22/04/2026
Thailand International Boat Show secures strategic investment from Phuket
Yacht Haven, accelerating its Asia Pacific ambition
Partnership strengthens long-term vision for Thailand’s flagship yacht show and reinforces Phuket’s role
as a regional yachting hub
Thailand, 20 April 2026 - The Thailand International Boat Show A Luxury Lifestyle Event has secured a
strategic investment from Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, marking a long-term commitment to grow the show
in Thailand and strengthen its position as a leading platform for the yachting industry in Asia Pacific.
This new collaboration reflects a shared vision for Phuket Yacht Haven Marina — the largest marina in
Phuket — to be the long-term home of the Thailand International Boat Show, leveraging its scale and
capacity both in the water and on land.
With more than 330 berths, including capacity for superyachts upto 100 metres, the marina is uniquely
positioned to support the show’s ambition to increase both the size and number of yachts on display. At
the same time, Phuket Yacht Haven Marina is advancing plans to expand and enhance its onshore
facilities, including additional lifestyle amenities, dining options, upgrades to The Deck, and new
experiential offerings — all designed to elevate the overall marina experience and well-aligned with the
show organisers’ ambition to deliver a more immersive visitor experience.
“This is a strategic investment in the future of the show and the industry,” said David Hayes, CEO of
JAND Events, organisers of the Thailand International Boat Show. “We’re seeing strong positive
momentum in Thailand, including recent progress around the superyacht licence, which signals the
country’s growing commitment to marine tourism. The opportunity now is to translate that into a broader,
more inclusive industry platform — one that spans superyachts, leisure boating and onshore lifestyle —
and Phuket Yacht Haven Marina provides the scale, flexibility and long-term foundation to support that
growth as we build towards creating the biggest and best boat show in Asia Pacific.”
For Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, the partnership reflects its ambition to play a greater role in Thailand’s
yachting future. While infrastructure underpins that ambition, the marina also sees service as a key
differentiator — positioning Thailand’s hospitality and attention to detail as a defining advantage in
attracting international yacht owners.
“This partnership is about raising the standard of what a marina and boat show experience can be in
Thailand,” said Juraibon Phataraprasit, Managing Director of Phuket Yacht Haven Marina. “Our
continued development — particularly onshore — is focused on enhancing the overall experience for
yacht owners, guests and visitors. Together with the Thailand International Boat Show, we are working
towards creating a world-class platform that reflects Thailand’s potential on the global stage.”
With strong alignment between the marina, its development plans and the show’s long-term ambition, the
partnership signals a new phase of growth for the Thailand International Boat Show — one focused on
scale, quality and international relevance.
The fifth Thailand International Boat Show A Luxury Lifestyle Event will take place from 14–17 January
2027 at Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, preceded by the Thailand Yachting Conference on 13 January 2027
at The Slate, Nai Yang Beach. For more information, visit www.thailandinternationalboatshow.com.
About JAND Events
JAND Events is a multinational team of Thailand-based professionals passionate about events. Led by
CEO David Hayes who has over 30 years experience in the Events, Hospitality and Travel industries,
JAND Events is the chosen partner for brands such as Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy, L’Oréal, Givenchy,
Kenzo and more. JAND Events and Thailand International Boat Show are trading divisions of JAND Group
Co., Ltd.
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