In a strong endorsement of this momentum, J.P. Morgan Private Bank has renewed its role as Official Bank Partner for SYF 2026. "J.P. Morgan Private Bank is delighted to renew our partnership with the Singapore Yachting Festival as Official Bank Partner for the second year. This collaboration reflects our longstanding sailing heritage and our commitment to excellence, innovation, and creating meaningful experiences that align with our clients' passions. We look forward to celebrating the spirit of yachting with the vibrant community in Singapore and across the region," said Harshika Patel, Chief Executive Officer, J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Asia.

Damen Yachting has also reaffirmed its support as a major sponsor of the Superyacht Lounge for a second year, following strong visibility and positive outcomes at SYF 2025. Their continued backing reinforces SYF's value as a strategic platform and highlights rising demand for superyachts across Asia.

To build anticipation, SYF will launch a regional outreach campaign featuring activation events in Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore. These engagements aim to connect with luxury consumers, high net worth guests, and industry stakeholders while strengthening SYF's profile as a must-attend event.

SYF 2026 will introduce exclusive VIP luncheons and cocktail receptions aboard superyachts, offering buyers private networking opportunities and curated culinary experiences by private chefs.

Exhibitors confirmed include Azimut Yachts, Boat Lagoon Yachting, DCH Marine, Ferretti Group, Leopard Catamarans and Simpson Marine. Attendance is expected to exceed 13,000 visitors from Singapore, Asia, and global markets, reinforcing Singapore's role as a pivotal hub for yacht builders, distributors, and discerning buyers.

Ahead of the Festival, the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference will take place on 21–22 April at ONE°15 Marina, featuring sessions on market outlook, charter trends, superyacht activity, AI-driven innovation, decarbonisation, and regional case studies.

The prestigious Yacht Style Awards returns on 22 April, bringing together 350 VIPs, yacht owners, and industry leaders to celebrate excellence in yacht design, innovation, and ownership experiences.

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SINGAPORE, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) will take place from 25^th – 28^th April 2024 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove.  The 4-day event will showcase spectacular yacht displays and stunning entertainment. With a concerted effort to showcase the full spectrum of the unique yachting lifestyle, the 2024 edition will launch a Lifestyle Festival market; visitors can expect experiential activities, pop-up lifestyle stalls, live music, roving entertainment and more.

Mr Arthur Tay, SUTL Enterprise CEO, said, "ONE°15's acquisition of the Singapore Yachting Festival signifies a transformative journey towards elevating our brand influence in the marine industry. With curated unique experiences, SYF aligns seamlessly with our vision to propel yachting into a lifestyle embraced by a discerning, aspirational audience."

Supported by Sentosa Development Corporation and Sentosa Cove Resort Management, SYF will showcase a lineup of over 70 yachts, marking a remarkable 45% increase compared to last year. Visitors have an unrivalled opportunity to explore some of the latest models from the leading names in the industry including Sanlorenzo, Ferretti, Azimut, Princess, Fountain Pajot and Leopard. An awards dinner produced by Yacht Style magazine, will showcase the best and the brightest in the industry.

In partnership with the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and Singapore Boating Industry Association (SBIA), SYF will be preceded by the inaugural ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference on 23^rd – 24^th April 2024 which focuses on sustainability and decarbonization.  Key topics will include the latest industry research on propulsion systems and infrastructure development. The conference will provide networking opportunities for trade professionals.  

SYF plays a pivotal role in creating an event platform for world-leading yacht builders and suppliers, water-sports toys, and lifestyle brands to showcase their products for the ever-increasing appetite of Singaporeans and Asian audience.

Going beyond the typical boat show experience, SYF will incorporate captivating fringe events tailored for both trade and public visitors; key highlights will include wine tasting sessions, on-water demonstrations with electric surfboards and underwater scooters, private yacht tours, roving and live entertainment. The inaugural Lifestyle Festival Market will showcase an eclectic mix of pop-up retail and F&B booths. SYF will also showcase supercar displays, which will see some of the hottest cars make their way to Sentosa for an epic motor display.

SYF is organised by ONE15 Events Management, a subsidiary of SUTL Enterprise, in collaboration with SG Marine Guide helmed by Wade Pearce, with an aim to bring together more boating enthusiasts, lifestyle seekers, mid-range buyers and high net worth visitors, especially the young and affluent, who are considering a yachting lifestyle.

Tickets are available online and are specially priced at S$30 nett for a single-day pass and S$55 nett for a multi-day pass, and S$150 nett for the 2-day conference pass till 31^st March.

To be staged from 2 to 4 November at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, this event provides a vital platform for all stakeholders to take action and join in the critical mission to protect our oceans and coastlines in this part of the world. With a fervent aim to empower young and fearless eco-champions in Southeast Asia, it envisions pushing the boundaries of marine conservation with unwavering passion and purpose.

This event is presented by Citi Private Bank, supported by Sentosa Development Corporation, in partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society.  Blue Water EduFest 2023 will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, yacht owners, entrepreneurs, eco-visionaries, media influencers, and ocean enthusiasts who are passionate about coastal and marine conservation.

"At SUTL and ONE°15 Marina, the ocean lies at the very heart of our business and operations. We bear a profound responsibility to uphold the conservation of this precious marine ecosystem. Through the 2^nd edition of Blue Water EduFest 2023, I would like to rally our business collaborators, stakeholders, and the yachting community to unite and take action, to protect our oceans and coastlines for the well-being of future generations. By embracing the mindset of "leaving it to others", we can never be a catalyst for change!" exclaimed Mr Arthur Tay, CEO and Executive Director of SUTL Enterprise and the brainchild of Blue Water EduFest.

The event features a two-day conference, The Ocean Collective Summit, in partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society and The Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre. Esteemed speakers will emphasise marine conservation through keynote speeches, panel discussions, and fireside chats.

"We recognise a powerful synergy in fortifying ocean conservation initiatives through the conference. This gathering will unite changemakers, advocates, and collaborators, empowering our community in the region to drive impactful change for our oceans," shared Mr Julian Chang, Board Member and President of The International SeaKeepers Society Asia.

The pinnacle of the event is Blue Water Heroes which showcases and honours young and passionate individuals dedicated to marine preservation in Southeast Asia. Winners from last year will present insightful accounts of their ongoing research and conservation work.

Also, Antarctic Climate Expedition (ACE) youth participants will share their transformational experiences. Spearheaded by Ocean Geographic Society founder Michael Aw and oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle, ACE included everyday heroes on a vessel named after Dr. Earle.

The event will culminate with a community beach clean-up with event attendees, esteemed partners, sponsors, ONE15 members, and students, all uniting to create a profound impact through their participation.

With the support of influential and like-minded stakeholders, partners and sponsors, including K3 Ventures and KIN, this transformative event will ignite, influence and catalyse change. K3 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that invests in technology start-ups and supports sustainability efforts to fight climate change.  KIN is a leading sports events management company that shares its passion to foster sustainability and environmental conservation.

The Blue Water EduFest 2023, will ignite the spirit of empowerment in the young and fearless eco-champions across Southeast Asia and aims to push the boundaries of marine conservation.

For more information on Blue Water EduFest 2023, please visit - https://bluewateredufest.com/

SINGAPORE, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marine conservation champions from around the region are expected to converge in Singapore for the inaugural Blue Water EduFest organised by ONE15 Events Management ("ONE°15"), a subsidiary of SUTL Enterprise Limited ("SUTL"), this November.

To be held on 3-6 November 2022 at the ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove Singapore, the four-day event seeks to raise awareness about marine conservation and to highlight the efforts of eco-champions around the region.  Partnered by Sentosa Development Corporation and International Seakeepers Society Asia, it is targeted at policy makers and industry players involved in infrastructure development, yacht owners, entrepreneurs and social-preneurs, eco-personalities, media influencers and individuals with a keen interest in protecting our oceans.

With the increased focus on protecting marine biodiversity in Singapore, the inception of Blue Water EduFest serves as an annual crucial platform for all relevant stakeholders to build, connect and unite as one cohesive community to protect our oceans for future generations.

Mr Arthur Tay, CEO of SUTL, is the brainchild behind the event.  Mr Tay said: "As a boater and diver, I've experienced the sorry state of our ocean and it's truly heart-breaking. For me, there are two important colours of nature that affects lives and livelihoods; blue and green. Green is of course our flora and fauna and blue refers to our oceans and coastlines which are quickly deteriorating due to negligence, ignorance and sometimes selfishness.

Therefore, we need to garner strong support to advance the "Blue Water movement" in this part of the world, in close collaboration with the governments and industry partners in the region."   

Blue Water EduFest will have three components.  The first is a two-day conference, Ocean Collective Summit, organised in partnership with International Seakeepers Society Asia featuring international speakers that focuses on urban reef conservation and ocean plastic reduction.  The conference keynote speaker is renowned Oceanographic Explorer and aquanaut, Fabien Cousteau.

Mr Fabien Cousteau, Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer, Environmental Advocate, Founder of The Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre and Proteus Ocean Group, commented "The ocean is the lifeline for all life on Earth and holds unlimited solutions to issues humanity faces today, especially as it relates to climate change and sustainability. To make real traction toward a positive impact on the planet, we must expand our focus and reframe how we think about conservation. I'm thrilled to be part of The Ocean Collective Summit and discuss these challenges and potential solutions with those who are leading change." 

The second component includes a nightly fund-raising event with two key highlights; the "Blue Water Heroes Awards", which will honour and recognise individuals and organisations that have contributed to ocean conservation in Southeast Asia.  The second event highlight is a nightly charity auction that showcases a curated list of items with sustainable features or values with proceeds going to beneficiaries: WWF-Singapore and International SeaKeepers Society Asia.

The third component will be a Mini Sustainable Luxury Showcase by electric vehicles, timepieces, yachts and jewellery, with sustainable initiatives or values.

The event is open to the public.  Ticket sales are available now.