SOUTHEAST ASIA'S YACHTING MAGAZINE VOL. 17 NO. 1

18 Simpson Marine continues its standard of

excellence

From the Aquila 22 to the Aquila 54 and later on in the issue the Aquila 70 and Grand Trawler, we profile some of the great power boats that Simpson Marine brokers and sells in this region.

22 Rob Williams reviews the Hanse 388 &

Hanse 418

These progressive Hanse models continue the evolution from their predecessors with enhanced, comfort, ease of sailing and performance integrating innovative design and advanced technology.

26 Sevenstar Yacht Transport’s Superb Sea-

fastening Equipment

Marieke Derks takes us through two years of careful preparations, design, re-engineering, 3D modeling and calculations resulting in Lloyd’s Register Design Apprais- alsformosto3f2SevenstarYachtTransport’sseafastening systems.

32 A history of boat shows in Thailand
Paul Poole breaks down Thailand’s endless boat show controversy stretching back to the first show, Phuket International Marine Expo (PIMEX), held in 2003 at the Phuket Boat Lagoon (PBL).