Pimex has the largest in-water boat display in Asia. Over 50 boats from leading brands from around the world will be on display, from “uber-luxe” multi-million-dollar superyachts to power boats, sailing yachts, tenders and dinghies.
“The boat brands you see in Monaco, Cannes, and in Fort Lauderdale, you will find here at Pimex,” says Pimex Show Director Andy Dowden.
“The largest boat on display this year is a 92-foot powerboat, and the smallest a little over 20 foot. And there is everything in between – different sizes, specifications, prices, power and sail,” he says.
The Ferretti Group, with local dealer Lee Marine, will be showing the 92-foot Pershing – the largest boat at Pimex 2012 – as well as a number of other models.
For the first time this year, the flagship Fairline Squadron 78 Custom – a first in Asia – will be presented by Derani Yachts, and Sunseeker will be showing three luxury flybridge yachts – the Manhattan 73, 63 and 53.
The Princess line-up includes Asia premières for the V52 – a sports yacht – the P60 – a brand new model for Princess – and the 72MY.
There are also many mid-sized powerboats on display, and an increase in the number of sail boats showing this year, including the new Jeanneau 57, the Prestige 440S and the award-winning Tartan 4000 which is showing for the first time in Asia.
And for those looking to dip a toe in the water of boat ownership, the Absolute World Group are offering fractional boat ownership.
Visitors to Pimex last year came from more than 15 countries, with a good number from outside of Asia. Russia was a big market in 2011 and is expected to be a growth market this year.
“This year we have strategically targetted Russian visitors and are expecting an increase in this segment, together with our perennially strong visitor markets of Singapore, Hong Kong and expatriates in the region,” says Mr Dowden.
On land, the Exhibition Hall at the marina will be full of the latest gadgets, boating toys, marine and lifestyle products and services, as well as a selection of property available on the island.
For more information, visit www.phuketboatshow.com.