Singapore Yacht Show deemed success

Following the conclusion of the first annual Singapore Yacht Show, it was deemed by the majority of those in attendance that it had been a success. The show, which focused its attention on superyachts, attracted over 30 builders, brokers and suppliers to attend.

Bart Kimman, of Northrop & Johnson, one of the world’s leading yacht brokers, said: “This is quite simply the best yacht show we have ever been to. The number of seriously interested people was quite staggering, and I must admit, totally unexpected. We had seven brokers here and they were all completely flat out from start to finish. We have 175 qualified leads and several deals under negotiation – it’s incredible for a first-time show!”

Russell Morris, Sales and Marketing Director for US builder Palmer Johnson, was equally as impressed: “We were unfortunately not able to bring one of our boats down here at such short notice, but we most certainly will next year, and we still had a lot of high-quality visitors to our stand leading to some exceptional enquiries,” he said.

Andy Treadwell, Informa Yacht Group’s Managing Director reflected on the quality of the show: “The tremendous feedback we have received from the exhibitors, the genuine interest from the visitors and the number of serious buyers that attended has been extremely encouraging. I think all our exhibitors have confirmed their intention to return for next year’s Singapore Yacht Show.”

He added: “All the team, including our partners, sponsors and exhibitors have worked hard and collaboratively to make this a successful show for all. Furthermore, it is the foundation of Singapore’s future and leadership in driving the superyacht industry in this fantastic region. We are already working towards 2012 and we have great plans for a show to really impress!”

The Superyacht Report’s Asia Editor, Tork Buckley was at the event and will be compiling an exclusive report for issue 124.


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Related Links

Northrop & Johnson Profile | Northrop & Johnson Website

Palmer Johnson Profile | Palmer Johnson Website

Informa Yacht Group Profile | Informa Yacht Group Website

Singapore Yacht Show Website

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