SOUTHEAST ASIA'S YACHTING MAGAZINE VOL. 20 NO. 1

SOUTHEAST ASIA'S YACHTING MAGAZINE VOL. 20 NO. 1 Feb - April 2025

C o n t e n t s

Bluegame’s BG74 successful fusion of power & style
The BG74, designed like all Bluegame models by Architect Luca Santella, maintains the engi-
neering chassis of the BGX models with the high-performance hull created in collaboration with
the naval architect Lou Codega and the advanced Volvo Ips propulsion system ensuring high
performance & low consumption.

Rolf Heemskerk’s The Next Factor captures 2024 Raja Muda title
An OCS for Blitz during the last race of the regatta enabled Rolf Heemskerk and his crew on
The Next Factor to win their second Raja Muda crown, having won it previously in 2019. This
prestigious passage race is Malaysia’s oldest and most storied regatta.

ASIAMARINE hosts successful inaugural “Lagoon Escapade” in Thailand
The event coincided with the 40th Anniversary of Lagoon, emphasizing the brand's values of
conviviality, elegance, and security, offering participants a unique opportunity to embrace the
yachting lifestyle while forging new connections and making unforgettable memories.

WEST SYSTEM® - leaders in marine epoxy
SEA Yachting recently sat down with Ian Lok, East Marine Asia’s senior marketing manager, to
discuss WEST SYSTEM® epoxy, which was developed speci cally for boat building, boat repairs
and the marine industry.

Primus Marine – For All to Sea
Howard Prime has launched a new leisure marine company and it had the largest presence of
any dealer at the recent Thailand International Boat Show, showcasing three new Beneteau stock
boats, an Aquila 32, an Aquila 44 and the Beneteau  agship, the Grand Trawler 62

Thailand International Boat Show - A Luxury Lifestyle Event
Inaugurated by Thai Prime Minister Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, this year’s show saw a re-
cord-breaking fleet of vessels and exhibitors from across the region. Packed with sleek superyachts,
lively entertainment, and hands-on experiences, the event attracted over 50 nationalities, solidifying
its place as Asia’s top yachting destination.

Asia Catamarans - Launching into the future
Phuket-based yacht building company Asia Catamarans has launched a new design. The latest
Stealth designed cats to be launched include both a 42ft power cat and an all-carbon Stealth
13s sail cat being the first to sport the new look cabin roof.

Langkawi Regatta sails for the 21st time
Rolf Heemskerk’s The Next Factor have done it again, capturing title honours in the 35-boat Royal
Langkawi International Regatta. Great winds and good weather held during the 5-day regatta
held throughout the Langkawi archipelago.