The heat is on and all are preparing for this year’s Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX), set to open tomorrow, on Thursday, January 9. All of the major dealers as well as brokers in Thailand and the region are busy juggling yachts into position for what is expected to be an amazing in water display.
Superyacht Azimut 105 - the largest vessel to be displayed at PIMEX 2014 - Image Courtesy of Azimut Yachts
9th — 12th January 2014 at The Royal Phuket Marina
Entry is Free, From 12:00 to 20:00
(Except Sunday 11:00 to 17:00)
From Ribs to Superyachts There Will Be a Boat in Your Budget
Two entries are above the official designation of 100 ft to be termed Superyachts and there are a number in the 75-100 ft range. More modest yachts, power and sail, make up the list and there is something for all to enjoy
Biggest Boat In The Show: Azimut 105 yacht
Bering 60″
Carenlunga 21
Silvercraft 36
Inside The Hall: Marine and More
The Hall is now finalised and the exhibitors will be keen to demonstrate all kinds of gizmos and gadgets.
Charter agents and equipment and services suppliers have reserved prime indoor space. Already confirmed are South East Asia Sales and Service, Butchart Marine Services, Marina Systems International, Toyobo Thailand, Stauff Thailand, Raymarine, Boatshed, Volvo, QBE Marine Insurance, Helicam, Five Star Cruises, Asia Marine, Elite Yachting and Seiwa from Italy, along with an Italian delegation of companies together with the Italian Thai Chamber of Commerce.
Partnering with SMART Property – the region’s leading luxury property shows – a number of regional and international investment opportunities will be showing in the Hall, including Knight Knox, Megaworld, Rightmove Pattaya and Hamilton Grand who will be joined by Net Estates from Prachuab Kirikhan and Vista Del Mar and RPM La Reserve from the island.
For home owners looking for some original and unique wall hangings artist Richard Skene will be on hand to display his modern art with a Thai theme.
In The News
Junior Race Week 2013 – Why not come to the boat show for Children’s Day?
For those already on the island tune in to 91.5 Phuket FM radio to hear live and recorded interviews with the top dealers and brokers and they will also be promoting Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Race and Junior Race Week for 2014.
For visitors with local or regional businesses a full line up of media partners including property, lifestyle and marine publications will be on hand to discuss promotional opportunities.
Win A Flight Above Phuket
All registered visitors have the chance to win a scenic flight over Phuket sponsored by our local media partner Phuket Gazette and Phuket Airpark. One flight will be drawn out every day.
Enjoy The Day
