ABOUT US
BOAT LAGOON YACHTING
With a total of 70 experienced staff throughout the region and 10 fulltime expatriate engineers and service team members, our team consists of boating enthusiasts from all over Thailand and the UK itself, each involved in a different area of our business operations, with the common denominator for our passion and pride of being able to share the unique experience of boating in South East Asia.
Our services include new yacht sales, pre-loved yachts, yacht charter, yacht management and the best after sales service you will find in South East Asia since 1995.
ABOUT US
BOAT LAGOON YACHTING
With a total of 70 experienced staff throughout the region and 10 fulltime expatriate engineers and service team members, our team consists of boating enthusiasts from all over Thailand and the UK itself, each involved in a different area of our business operations, with the common denominator for our passion and pride of being able to share the unique experience of boating in South East Asia.
Our services include new yacht sales, pre-loved yachts, yacht charter, yacht management and the best after sales service you will find in South East Asia since 1995.
ABOUT US
BOAT LAGOON YACHTING
With a total of 70 experienced staff throughout the region and 10 fulltime expatriate engineers and service team members, our team consists of boating enthusiasts from all over Thailand and the UK itself, each involved in a different area of our business operations, with the common denominator for our passion and pride of being able to share the unique experience of boating in South East Asia.
Our services include new yacht sales, pre-loved yachts, yacht charter, yacht management and the best after sales service you will find in South East Asia since 1995.
ABOUT US
BOAT LAGOON YACHTING
With a total of 70 experienced staff throughout the region and 10 fulltime expatriate engineers and service team members, our team consists of boating enthusiasts from all over Thailand and the UK itself, each involved in a different area of our business operations, with the common denominator for our passion and pride of being able to share the unique experience of boating in South East Asia.
Our services include new yacht sales, pre-loved yachts, yacht charter, yacht management and the best after sales service you will find in South East Asia since 1995.
ABOUT US
BOAT LAGOON YACHTING
With a total of 70 experienced staff throughout the region and 10 fulltime expatriate engineers and service team members, our team consists of boating enthusiasts from all over Thailand and the UK itself, each involved in a different area of our business operations, with the common denominator for our passion and pride of being able to share the unique experience of boating in South East Asia.
Our services include new yacht sales, pre-loved yachts, yacht charter, yacht management and the best after sales service you will find in South East Asia since 1995.
GROUP MANAGING DIRECTOR
Vrit Yongsakul
Email:vrit@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 81 979 9911
Having been brought up with boats and working in the boating industry for many years, Vrit spent over 14 years in the UK himself, Vrit maintains an active contact with the manufacturer, related companies and key personnel in the industry to ensure that the very best standard is adopted.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Allen
Email:richard@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 98 031 2757
Richard Allen joins Boat Lagoon Yachting as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 25 years of international experience in yacht sales, charter, and business development. Based in Hong Kong, Asia for the past 12 years and latterly as the Chief Operating Officer at Simpson Marine he managed and oversaw the sale of that company to Sanlorenzo and restructuring of the business.
Prior to that, he served as Sales Manager for renowned European yacht brands including Monte Carlo Yachts, Beneteau, and Lagoon. His earlier career includes a decade with Ancasta International in the UK and several years with Sunsail, establishing a strong foundation in both brokerage and leisure yacht charter. Richard’s appointment marks a significant step in Boat Lagoon Yachting’s ongoing growth and dedication to providing world-class service across Asia.
SENIOR SALES MANAGER
Paul Stamp
Email:paul@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 81 970 0691
Paul’s love for sailing brought him to Thailand in 2002 to compete in The King’s Cup regatta in Phuket, where he decided to call home in 2004 after being offered a position as an RYA sailing instructor. Over his 20 years living in Phuket, Paul has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in yacht sales, yacht charter, yacht management and has held roles with a number of Dealerships and Brokerage houses as General Manager and Company Director. As Senior Sales Manager, Paul will continue his passion to sell yachts, while also being the Brand Manager of Jeanneau.
HEAD OF BROKERAGE
Hugo Van Schaik
Email:hugo@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 62 623 9068
Hugo Van Schaik, our esteemed Head of Brokerage. With over 30 years of experience in watersports and hands-on yacht building, Hugo brings unparalleled expertise to our team. His extensive knowledge of superyachts makes him the ideal advisor for vessels over 100 feet. Connect with Hugo for top-tier guidance in your yachting endeavors.
SALES MANAGER
Alyona Minoret (Алёна Миноре)
Email:alyona@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 89 874 9944
Alyona has joined the Boat Lagoon Yachting team as Charter Broker and grew to a Yacht Manager position as a result of numerous successful yacht sales ranging from pre-owned to brand new yachts. She is dedicated to perfection, friendly and professional when it comes to anticipate and satisfy owners or guests needs. She has a wide knowledge of yachts, charters and destinations.
MANAGER
Apinya Waiwathana (Joy)
Email:apinya@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 92 289 9822
Joy is based in Bangkok and Pattaya. With a degree background in interior architecture, she sees a yacht as an architecture, a living space with your own choice of view. With her expertise, Joy strives to assist clients in attaining their ideal yachts.
SALES EXECUTIVE
Nontalee Pruchyawatin
Email:nontalee@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 80 398 7942
Nontalee has a unique combination of international work experience, having spent two years honing skills at the prestigious Banyan Tree Spa in Dubai. She has a service-oriented mindset and could also be an asset in customer-facing roles. Also, her network extends throughout Phuket’s business community, enabling her to facilitate meaningful sales collaborations. She is driven by a genuine passion for providing exceptional customer experiences.
HEAD OF MARKETING
Kornlak Kaewkulaya
Email:kornlak@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 95494 0464
With over 10 years of marketing experience in the luxury industry, Kornlak has worked for cars superbrands such as Bentley, Lamborghini and Jaguar Land Rover. She also has extensive experience in organising prestigious events for premium and affinity luxury brands for both Thailand and APAC. Kornlak envisions herself to use her experience and contribute to the company’s growth in the Southeast Asia region.
HEAD OF CUSTOMER SERVICE
Sukulya Smithtanand
Email:customerservice@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 81 958 3488
With 14 years of dedicated experience in customer service within the airline and hospitality sectors, Sukulya has had the privilege of contributing her expertise to esteemed organizations such as Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Oman Air, and Jetstar Airways. In addition to her extensive background in these industries, she has expanded her horizons by venturing into the automotive sector, as a CRM Manager with a focus on Mercedes-Benz Authorized Dealers. She a passion for enhancing customer experiences and driving excellence in customer relationship management.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 81 891 9656
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 85 641 9944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
Service Co-ordinator
Suda Soison
Email:suda@boatlagoonyachting.com , service_th@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 87 892 0621
Suda coordinates all warranty work with the Princess factory. She reports all faults and ensures timely responses to customers’ requests. Her extensive knowledge of all aftersales, engines and generators issues, together with her organizational skills enable the office to run smoothly and efficiently.
Resident Electronics Specialist
Ibrohem (Hem) Yakob
Having worked for a variety of electrical contractors on everything from tenders to superyachts, Hem has vast experience in the installation and troubleshooting of all marine electrical systems.He combines the best of local product knowledge with the expertise of formal training.
Yacht Manager
Rajiv Sharma
Email:rajiv@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 81 787 2588
Rajiv is our Yacht coordinator for our Yacht Management team. And carries out the on board system checks and liaises with the clients. His energy and drive ensure that any issues are highlighted immediately and are addressed by the team.
Yachts Management Administrator
Wachira Datepunya (Care)
Email:wachira@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 89 729 6266
Care has been on the team for nearly 3 years and has excelled in her role. Starting as charter assistant and hostess to now where she liaises very closely with all the team and the yacht management clients. She is meticulous in her work and thrives when the pressure is on.
Captain
Captain Wat is a seasoned Captain of South East Asian Waters and is one of our Captains and engineers. Starting his career of large fishing boats, he has a vast amount of experience with local waters and boat handling. During his time with us at Boat Lagoon Yachting, he has adapted his skills to fit with the class of vessel that we are dealing with and has learnt new skills in repair work which he now carries out to the high standards expected on a Princess yacht.
Crew
Thorn
Thorn is our newest crew member and trainee technician. He has proven himself to be hard working and dedicated as a crew member and also has shown that he is careful and thorough in his technical work.
CHARTER MANAGER
Oranat Yingsoong
Email:blc@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 94 959 5957
Oranat has years of expertise as both a Chief Stewardess and Chef on superyachts in Phuket and Southeast Asia, indicating a strong background in the luxury yacht industry. With her extensive experience for 6 years in managing luxury villas in Phuket makes her the great person in providing high-end services to yacht charter guests in Boat Lagoon Yachting – Charter department.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Allen
Email:richard@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 98 031 2757
Richard Allen joins Boat Lagoon Yachting as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 25 years of international experience in yacht sales, charter, and business development. Based in Hong Kong, Asia for the past 12 years and latterly as the Chief Operating Officer at Simpson Marine he managed and oversaw the sale of that company to Sanlorenzo and restructuring of the business.
Prior to that, he served as Sales Manager for renowned European yacht brands including Monte Carlo Yachts, Beneteau, and Lagoon. His earlier career includes a decade with Ancasta International in the UK and several years with Sunsail, establishing a strong foundation in both brokerage and leisure yacht charter. Richard’s appointment marks a significant step in Boat Lagoon Yachting’s ongoing growth and dedication to providing world-class service across Asia.
Country Head, Singapore
(Sales)
Alister Brunskill
Email:alister@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9126 8806
Having spent 6 years at the Princess shipyard in Plymouth UK as the International Sales Manager, Alister took the decision to join our retail front. Having been brought up in South East Asia and his experience of working at the shipyard are invaluable assets to our International Sales team.
Head of Marketing
Kornlak Kaewkulaya
Email:kornlak@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 95494 0464
With over 10 years of marketing experience in the luxury industry, Kornlak has worked for cars superbrands such as Bentley, Lamborghini and Jaguar Land Rover. She also has extensive experience in organising prestigious events for premium and affinity luxury brands for both Thailand and APAC. Kornlak envisions herself to use her experience and contribute to the company’s growth in the Southeast Asia region.
Office Coordinator
Michelle Lee
Email:admin@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9129 6728
Michelle has joined us since 2017, she supports the entire administration in our Singapore office. With her extensive knowledge in the hospitality industry, attention to detail and problem solving skills, Michelle makes sure our office’s clerical and administrative operations run smoothly. She also helps to handle financials, boat registrations, Human Resources responsibilities, and events organizing
HEAD – AFTERSALES AND TECHNICAL SERVICE – SINGAPORE
Tomasz Mielczarek
Email:tomasz@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9030 1831
Tomasz joined us in 2016 bringing 10 years of boat building experience and exposure at the Princess Yachts shipyard, where he acquired knowledge of various trades and skills in all technical aspects of Princess engineering design. Now as senior member of Boat Lagoon Yachting family, with extensive South East Asia marine industry knowledge Tomasz is focused on meeting and delivery customer satisfaction.
Service Executive – Aftersales and Technical Service
Rudy Nirrwan
Email: rudy@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel: +65 9154 9597
Rudy brings in an extensive experience and knowledge of various engineering skills across all yachts systems. With a keen eye for detail he provides an excellent support to our customers and as one of our senior members Rudy is focused on meeting and delivery of clients satisfaction.
HEAD – AFTERSALES AND TECHNICAL SERVICE – SINGAPORE
Tomasz Mielczarek
Email:tomasz@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9030 1831
Tomasz joined us in 2016 bringing 10 years of boat building experience and exposure at the Princess Yachts shipyard, where he acquired knowledge of various trades and skills in all technical aspects of Princess engineering design. Now as senior member of Boat Lagoon Yachting family, with extensive South East Asia marine industry knowledge Tomasz is focused on meeting and delivery customer satisfaction.
Service Executive – Aftersales and Technical Service
Rudy Nirrwan
Email: rudy@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel: +65 9154 9597
Rudy brings in an extensive experience and knowledge of various engineering skills across all yachts systems. With a keen eye for detail he provides an excellent support to our customers and as one of our senior members Rudy is focused on meeting and delivery of clients satisfaction.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Allen
Email:richard@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 98 031 2757
Richard Allen joins Boat Lagoon Yachting as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 25 years of international experience in yacht sales, charter, and business development. Based in Hong Kong, Asia for the past 12 years and latterly as the Chief Operating Officer at Simpson Marine he managed and oversaw the sale of that company to Sanlorenzo and restructuring of the business.
Prior to that, he served as Sales Manager for renowned European yacht brands including Monte Carlo Yachts, Beneteau, and Lagoon. His earlier career includes a decade with Ancasta International in the UK and several years with Sunsail, establishing a strong foundation in both brokerage and leisure yacht charter. Richard’s appointment marks a significant step in Boat Lagoon Yachting’s ongoing growth and dedication to providing world-class service across Asia.
Country Head, Singapore
(Sales)
Alister Brunskill
Email:alister@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9126 8806
Having spent 6 years at the Princess shipyard in Plymouth UK as the International Sales Manager, Alister took the decision to join our retail front. Having been brought up in South East Asia and his experience of working at the shipyard are invaluable assets to our International Sales team.
HEAD OF MARKETING
Kornlak Kaewkulaya
Email:kornlak@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 95494 0464
With over 10 years of marketing experience in the luxury industry, Kornlak has worked for cars superbrands such as Bentley, Lamborghini and Jaguar Land Rover. She also has extensive experience in organising prestigious events for premium and affinity luxury brands for both Thailand and APAC. Kornlak envisions herself to use her experience and contribute to the company’s growth in the Southeast Asia region.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 818 919 944
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 856 419 944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 818 919 944
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 856 419 944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Allen
Email:richard@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 98 031 2757
Richard Allen joins Boat Lagoon Yachting as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 25 years of international experience in yacht sales, charter, and business development. Based in Hong Kong, Asia for the past 12 years and latterly as the Chief Operating Officer at Simpson Marine he managed and oversaw the sale of that company to Sanlorenzo and restructuring of the business.
Prior to that, he served as Sales Manager for renowned European yacht brands including Monte Carlo Yachts, Beneteau, and Lagoon. His earlier career includes a decade with Ancasta International in the UK and several years with Sunsail, establishing a strong foundation in both brokerage and leisure yacht charter. Richard’s appointment marks a significant step in Boat Lagoon Yachting’s ongoing growth and dedication to providing world-class service across Asia.
Country Head, Singapore
(Sales)
Alister Brunskill
Email:alister@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9126 8806
Having spent 6 years at the Princess shipyard in Plymouth UK as the International Sales Manager, Alister took the decision to join our retail front. Having been brought up in South East Asia and his experience of working at the shipyard are invaluable assets to our International Sales team.
HEAD OF MARKETING
Kornlak Kaewkulaya
Email:kornlak@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 95494 0464
With over 10 years of marketing experience in the luxury industry, Kornlak has worked for cars superbrands such as Bentley, Lamborghini and Jaguar Land Rover. She also has extensive experience in organising prestigious events for premium and affinity luxury brands for both Thailand and APAC. Kornlak envisions herself to use her experience and contribute to the company’s growth in the Southeast Asia region.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 818 919 944
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 856 419 944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 818 919 944
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 856 419 944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Allen
Email:richard@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 98 031 2757
Richard Allen joins Boat Lagoon Yachting as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 25 years of international experience in yacht sales, charter, and business development. Based in Hong Kong, Asia for the past 12 years and latterly as the Chief Operating Officer at Simpson Marine he managed and oversaw the sale of that company to Sanlorenzo and restructuring of the business.
Prior to that, he served as Sales Manager for renowned European yacht brands including Monte Carlo Yachts, Beneteau, and Lagoon. His earlier career includes a decade with Ancasta International in the UK and several years with Sunsail, establishing a strong foundation in both brokerage and leisure yacht charter. Richard’s appointment marks a significant step in Boat Lagoon Yachting’s ongoing growth and dedication to providing world-class service across Asia.
Country Head, Singapore
(Sales)
Alister Brunskill
Email:alister@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+65 9126 8806
Having spent 6 years at the Princess shipyard in Plymouth UK as the International Sales Manager, Alister took the decision to join our retail front. Having been brought up in South East Asia and his experience of working at the shipyard are invaluable assets to our International Sales team.
HEAD OF MARKETING
Kornlak Kaewkulaya
Email:kornlak@boatlagoonyachting.com
Tel:+66 95494 0464
With over 10 years of marketing experience in the luxury industry, Kornlak has worked for cars superbrands such as Bentley, Lamborghini and Jaguar Land Rover. She also has extensive experience in organising prestigious events for premium and affinity luxury brands for both Thailand and APAC. Kornlak envisions herself to use her experience and contribute to the company’s growth in the Southeast Asia region.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 818919944
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 85 641 9944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
HEAD, SERVICE AND AFTERSALES – THAILAND
Stephen Thomas
Email:stephen@boatlagoonyachting.com , stephen@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 818919944
Stephen has come to us from the UK where he was employed at the Princess Yachts factory. His responsibility has been the installation of drive systems and other machinery in the new boat lines. This experience enables him to provide excellent engineering support to our customers.
AFTERSALES MANAGER
Robin Edwards
Email:robin@boatlagoonyachting.com , robin@princessyachtssea.com
Tel:+66 856419944
Robin joined us in 2008 from the UK bringing with him valuable and unique experience. He has worked with Princess Service UK for over 8 years. Robin has an in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Princess Yachts of all sizes and is indispensable during any repairs or retro-fittings.
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