Boat Lagoon Yachting Shines at Singapore Yachting Festival 2025 A Spectacular Celebration of Legacy, Innovation, and a Triple Win at the Yacht Style Awards
Singapore, April 2025 – Boat Lagoon Yachting made a powerful statement at the Singapore Yachting Festival 2025, with a stunning showcase of yachts and a milestone celebration marking 60 years of Princess Yachts, held in conjunction with Singapore’s 60th anniversary.
The highlight of the weekend was an exclusive evening hosted on board the Flagship of line up Princess Y95, the flagship of the Princess fleet, where guests, clients, and partners gathered to toast six decades of excellence. The event was made even more meaningful by the presence of Arthur Tay, who joined Boat Lagoon Yachting’s leadership team and international guests for the commemorative moment.
The marina glowed with the largest Princess Yachts display in Southeast Asia, featuring an exceptional line-up ranging from 30 to 95 feet. Guests were welcomed aboard a remarkable fleet that included the Princess Y95, Princess Y85, Princess F65 (Asia Premiere), Princess F55, and the elegant Princess 75MY. Adding to the showcase, the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1295 Fly was also on display — highlighting the brand’s strength in versatile, family-friendly motor yachts. Each model reflected the finest in contemporary design, British craftsmanship, and the spirit of luxury cruising.
In a defining moment during the festival, Boat Lagoon Yachting was honoured with three prestigious awards at the Yacht Style Awards 2025, a testament to its leadership, dedication, and trusted expertise across the region.
The company was named Best Regional Dealer – Princess Yachts Southeast Asia, reaffirming its long-standing commitment as the brand’s longest-established distributor in Asia.
The Princess S80 received the award for Best Motor Yacht 24–30m, recognised for its bold performance and design innovation within the iconic S Class range.
Rounding out the honours, Boat Lagoon Yachting was also awarded Best Superyacht Brokerage (above 40m), reflecting its growing strength in large yacht transactions and personalised client services across Asia.
“These awards are a reflection of the trust our clients place in us, the dedication of our team, and the strength of our long-standing partnership with Princess Yachts in Asia. They also reaffirm our unwavering commitment to the yachting industry and our continued focus on customer satisfaction,” said Vrit Yongsakul, Group Managing Director of Boat Lagoon Yachting.
Celebrating 60 Years of Princess Yachts
Founded in 1965, Princess Yachts has grown to become one of the world’s most respected luxury yacht manufacturers. Based in Plymouth, England, the brand has spent the past six decades redefining yacht design, engineering, and craftsmanship. From the timeless elegance of its early models to today’s cutting-edge superyachts, Princess continues to lead the industry with innovation, performance, and enduring style. In 2025, Princess Yachts celebrates its 60th anniversary — a milestone that not only honours its rich heritage but also reflects its forward-looking vision and global impact. Boat Lagoon Yachting is proud to represent this legacy in Southeast Asia, sharing in the celebration of a brand that has shaped the world of luxury yachting for generations.
New Leadership Appointed: Richard Allen
In another major announcement, Boat Lagoon Yachting has appointed Richard Allen as Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a new era of leadership with a strong international foundation.
Richard brings over 25 years of global experience in yacht sales, charter, and business development. Based in Asia for the past 12 years — most recently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Simpson Marine — he led the company through its sale to Sanlorenzo and subsequent restructuring.
His background includes senior roles with Monte Carlo Yachts, Beneteau, and Lagoon, as well as ten years with Ancasta International in the UK and several years with Sunsail, where he developed a strong grounding in both brokerage and leisure yacht charter.
Richard’s appointment marks a significant step in Boat Lagoon Yachting’s strategy to expand its reach, strengthen service capabilities, and continue delivering world-class yachting experiences across the region.
With over 30 years of experience, Boat Lagoon Yachting continues to lead the region in new yacht sales, aftersales service, superyacht brokerage, and luxury yacht charter across Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Maldives.
The Singapore Yachting Festival 2025 was not only a celebration of legacy and success, but a forward-looking statement of Boat Lagoon Yachting’s continued commitment to shaping the future of yachting in Asia. For more information please visit www.boatlagoonyachting.com
