The Informa Yacht Group and the Superyacht Singapore Association are pleased to announce an outstanding international speaker faculty to address the 2nd Asia Superyacht Conference. This conference represents the ideal opportunity to join over 200 key industry influencers for two-days of intense debate, case study presentations, interactive discussions and various networking opportunities.
The high-profile international speaker faculty includes key industry figureheads, influencers and decision makers including:
Jean-Jacques Lavigne-Superyacht Singapore Association, Gordon Hui – Sunseeker Asia, Charles Dickson – Marine Queensland -Gold Coast, William Jelbert – McConaghy Boats China, Rob Hossack – McConaghy Boats China, Captin MY Maverick II, Colin Dawson – Expat Services, Oh Kean Sean – Pen Marine, Greg Parker – Yard 37, Gareth Twist – Ruea Yachts, Nick Coombes – Asia Pacific Superyachts, Simon Farmer – Borneo, Richard Howe – Yacht Survey & Services Pte Ltd, Gordon Fernandez – Asia Pacific Superyachts, Cilian Budarlaigh – Indo Yacht Support, Cuanna Butterly – Indo Yacht Support, Aashim Mongia – West Coast Marine Services, Johnny Sim – Uniteam Yachting, Olivier Benoist – Aptic Asia, Steve Forest – Pan Asian Yachting, Colin Squire – Yachting Matters, Oscar Siches – Marina Matters, Michael Kurtz – Pantaeinius, Paulo Alvez – Medaire and many more.
This year’s conference programme will include a number of critical new issues, opportunities and challenges currently facing our industry including;
Superyacht sales opportunities in Asia through understanding the Asian mindset and requirements
Market entry strategies based on market size, yacht ownership and infrastructure in Asia
Construction opportunities based on case studies of major superyacht building locations in the Asia-Pacific region Refit and repair opportunities based on market intelligence and local information about Superyacht traffic and movements
Charter management, operation and booking via an insight into Asia’s unique cruising destinations, yachts for charter in the region and market developments
Marina development models across Asia and new upcoming projects
Country by country focus across the region
Finance, insurance and risk management issues
The conference has received endorsement from key industry associations including the Superyacht Singapore Association, Indonesia Superyacht Association and the International Superyacht Society. This will ensure attendance by key industry decision makers from across the region. Simon Turner, Event Director for the Informa Yacht Group commented “The buzz this year is even greater than last year with more presentations from more diverse presenters and countries. This is already being reflected by the delegate bookings which are coming in from around the world as people seek to learn about this exciting region.”
In addition, the 2nd Asia Superyacht Conference has received support from some of the regions most active companies. Sponsors of this year’s event as gold partners are MTU and Pantaenius, the official event venue is One°15 Marina Club, Asia Pacific Superyachts are sponsoring the opening cocktail reception and Medaire will be showcasing their services within the exhibition showcase area.
Marinas 101
12-14 October 2010, One°15 Marina Club, Singapore
23 August 2010, Sydney
Marina Industries Association of Australia
Unique Aspects of Marina Business
The MIAA’s one day Marinas 101 course presents the important issues and features facing marinas:
* Marina terminology, procedures and facilities
* Workplace health and safety
* Emergency procedures – fire, accidents
* Marina maintenance and procedures
* Day-to-day operations eg. inspections, berth occupancy, walkways, security
* Understanding the needs of boaties, marina tenants, suppliers and the public
Who Should Attend?
The course is of great value to people who are new to marinas and for marina employees who are seeking to broaden their understanding of the marina community and learn the basics of marina management and operations.
Learn from experts in the industry
Expand networks
Achieve a Certificate of Participation
Hear about latest practices
Tour a Marina
MIAA Presenters
MIAA presenters willingly share their considerable industry knowledge and experiences:
Andrew Chapman CMM Andrew is the CEO of The Marina Hindmarsh Island, a multi faceted waterfront residential marina estate, at the mouth of the Murray River in South Australia. With over 20 years experience in the marina industry Andrew is currently the President of the Marina Industries Association of Australia. He is a Certified Marina Manager.
Clemens Overdijk CMM Clemens immigrated to Australia in 1999 from the Netherlands and took up a position as Supervisor at d’Albora Marinas – The Spit. He is now the Regional Manager for d’Albora Marinas. Clemens completed the MIAA Intermediate Marina Management course in March 2004, and then the Advanced Marina Management course.
He was awarded Certified Marina Manager status in 2007.
