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Asia's Top 20 SuperYachts

In this issue, we will cover the super-yachts ranked 20 to 11

Published in: July 2008

AsiaPacific-Boating
Asia's Top 20 SuperYachts

  • Built:1974
  • Builder:Ishikawajima-Harima, Japan
  • Designer:Unknown
  • Hull:Steel
  • Power:1 x 700hp Daihatsu diesel

After being completely refitted in the Philippines in 2005, this ex- Japanese weather research vessel is now based in Hong Kong. As part of the huge refurbishment project, she was stripped down to the bare steel and rebuilt for private use by her Hong Kong owner. She now offers a full-beam master suite with magnificent views and a sky saloon. The top deck features an elegant bar, Jacuzzi and spacious sun beds.


  • Built:2004
  • Builder:Konjo Boatbuilders of Ara, Indonesia
  • Designer:Kasten Marine Design
  • Hull:Borneo Ironwood (kayu ulin)
  • Power:1 x Yanmar 680hp

Remarkably, the Konjo craftsmen from south Sulawesi built this traditional-style wooden Phinsi schooner by hand in 2004. From April to November, this vessel offers luxury cruises through Indonesian waters. Between December and March, she can be found off the West Coast of Malaysia and Thailand and up to Myanmar. As impressive as the yacht looks from the outside, her interior is as equally stunning with hand-crafted Indonesian style furniture and spacious entertainment areas.


  • Built:1983
  • Builder:Fratelli Benetti, Viareggio, Italy
  • Designer:Laurent Giles
  • Hull:Steel
  • Power:2 x Caterpillar 520 HP

Originally named White Gull, this famous superyacht is the largest first-class sailing yacht produced by the Italian shipyard Benetti. Refitted in 2005, Blue Gold boasts three decks, can accommodate up to 10 guests and combines the space of a motoryacht with the elegance of a sailing yacht. Operating as a charter boat for Phuket-based Asia Marine, her destinations include Singapore, Thailand, Langkawi, Andaman Islands and Myanmar.

Text CONOR PURCELL
This article was originally published in Asia-Pacific Boating

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