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Miss World Thailand 2016 This group of 30 young ladies were spotted at Ao Po Grand Marina recently as they boarded boats to tour Phang Nga Bay. Lee Marine International Marine Brokerage’s PR & Media Manager is amongst, yet not a contestant for, Miss World Thailand 2016. Chok Dii (Good Luck) Ladies! |
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First “Swim Around Phuket” Makes History In his endeavour to SWIM AROUND PHUKET, Swedish Ultraman World Champion Jonas Colting is on the last legs of this incredible adventure that started 30 March – 6 April, 2016. He landed at Ao Po Grand Marina on Phuket’s east coast on his sixth of eight stages. Lee Marine is sole sponsor as the support vessel, ATARI VI, for Jonas and film crew. www.leemarine.com |
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| The Deck Bar The Deck Bar was erected in time to host the opening celebrations of the inaugural Thailand Yacht Show (TYS) in February, 2016. Locatedon the observation platform overlooking the marina and Phang Nga Bay, the airy space is open daaily for Happy Hour from 1700 -1800 hours. Plans are underway to extend the open times. |
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| Services A number of chandlery, yacht broker, yacht charter and resort companies have recently opened head or branch offices at Ao Po Grand Marina. Most are located at the marina, on the ground level of the Marina Living residence building and along the marina’s hardstand. |
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Port of Call Port of Call restaurant, serves Thai and International cuisine in a marina setting. Relax while sipping a drink from the large selection of beverages and wines, and choose one the delicious dishes from the extensive menu. Enjoy the marina setting, yachts and spectacular sea views. Indoor, air conditioned room seats 30, while 40 seats are in the open-air outdoors under awnings. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 0900 to 2100 hours. Tel: +66 (0) 76 336 209 |
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Prime Minister to Open Inaugural Thailand Yacht Show (TYS) at Official Ceremony on 11 February At a press conference in Bangkok last week hosted by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Ministry of Transport, the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Marine Department, three Ministers and Deputy Ministers of State along with the Vice Governor of Phuket, and special guest H E Paul Robilliard, Ambassador of Australia, demonstrated their support for the new Thailand Yacht Show. Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mrs. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul commented: “…I am confident that the Thailand Yacht Show 2016 will excellently meet the government policy, particularly in terms of marketing and public relations… the promotion of the (…) Show will definitely provide tremendous benefits to the Thai economy and society as a whole.” Mr. Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, Minister of Transport was also present and added: “I believe that this show will be a key driver for sustainable economic growth in all aspects ranging from promoting tourism sector to creating inspiration and vibrant atmosphere for marine tourism industry and other services …” Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha will officially open the Show on Thursday 11 February. Show organiser, Andy Treadwell commented: I have worked with a lot of governments, but never with a more proactive and enthusiastic one, who completely understand the potential benefits for the local community and are totally dedicated to developing a successful future for yachting in Thailand. And it is not just about the superyachts. We are delighted that some of the biggest local and regional dealers - including Lee Marine, Boat Lagoon Yachting and Simpson Marine - are all fully behind the government's initiative, and are supporting the Show with a good number of smaller boats, as well as the large yachts they have for sale or charter. |
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LEE MARINE INTERNATIONAL OPEN NEW OFFICES In a stunning new move, stalwart marine brokerage Lee Marine International have opened their new wholly owner, designer yacht showroom in Ao Po Grand Marina. This marks another step in their growth in South East Asia, while firmly cementing them as the number one new and pre-owned yacht sales company in the country. Lee Marine was founded by Joshua Lee in 1997 and is the first and largest yacht sales company in Thailand. With a talented team of 15, this company adds real back-bone to the commercial side of Ao Po Grand Marina. Mega yachts bringing their owners, families and friends are coming to enjoy the Marina's hospitality. Recently their new service office opened its doors, too at the Marina. Operating and serving the general public and VIP yacht owners and buyers, visit on the edge of the lake. See their new website and latest happenings at www.leemarine.com |
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November 2009 - New Marina Manager Mr. Derrick Van Deventer has been appointed the new Marina Manager as of 7 December 2009. In this position he oversees the daily operations of the marina. Derrick has build-up a wide marine experience, first as Captain on various private, charter and sports fishing yachts, and the last 7 years as a Marina Manager in Phuket. He has been living in Phuket for 11 years. |
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November 2009 - Electrical Marine opens Chandlery Adding great convenience for marina visitors, a chandlery will be opened on the premises of Ao Po Grand Marina. The marine shop is operated by Electrical Marine, who are the Phuket agents and dealers for Vetus, Simrad, B & G (Brookes and Gatehouse), Lowrance, Mastervolt, KVH, Northern Lights/Lugger, Blue Sea Systems, Interphase, Lalizas and C-Map. The chandlery will open it's doors to customers first week of December. |
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April 2009 - The Moorings move to Ao Po Grand Marina The Moorings will be introducing a brand new fleet of luxury yachts from its base at Ao Po Grand Marina as of May 2009. The fleet will include 2 x 47ft Power cats, 2 x 37ft Power cats and 2 x 46 Sailing cats. Close to Phang Nga Bay and no tide restrictions make Ao Po Grand Marina a natural choice for charter fleets. |
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April 2009 - Sunsail to move to Ao Po Grand Marina Sunsail, the world's leading sailing holiday company will move its base and its complete Phuket based fleet to Ao Po Grand Marina as of May 2009. Customers will have the obvious benefit of being close to the Phang Nga Bay area (a favorite destination for charter boats) as well as having the chance to leave and come back at all times as Ao Po Grand Marina has 24 hour access independent of the tide. |
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26 Jan. 2009 - Marina hosts opening Phang Nga Bay Regatta 2009 A fleet of 60 odd yachts settled itself comfortably and safely in Ao Po Grand Marina on January 26, 2009 in anticipation of another great regatta around Thailand's most famous bay, Phang Nga Bay. The Ao Po Grand Marina sponsored the opening party of this 2009 edition and invited all competitors to stay overnight free of charge in order to have an easy and quick start of the regatta the next morning. This generous offer was taken up by most of the yachts taking part, resulting in a very well attended opening night with close to 500 punters, where as usual food was aplenty (also sponsored by the Marina) and drinks fully in line with that. Click here for photo gallery |
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27 October 2008 - Amancruises comes to Ao Po Grand Marina Amancruises, the upmarket yacht management and charter operator company related to the prestigious Amanpuri hotel in Phuket, have decided to relocate 12 yachts under their management to Ao Po Grand Marina. The yachts range from 110ft to 30 ft and include the Maid Marian II (110 ft classic cruiser), the Mekong IV (100 ft cruiser), and the yacht Maha Bhetra (90 ft luxury cruiser). Amancruises manages a fleet of cruisers and sailing craft for sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, overnight stays and sightseeing. The yachts include both private yachts and yachts available for high-end luxury charter. |
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27 October 2008 - Hotel guests transfer from Ao Po Grand Marina Three acclaimed resorts located on islands in Phang Nga Bay decided to use Ao Po Grand Marina as their Phuket base for the transfer of hotel guests between Phuket and the resorts. The three resorts are: Six Senses Hideaway on Kho Yao Noi, Six Senses Destination on Kho Naka Yai and Phi Phi Island Village on Phi Phi Island. It is expected that more island resorts will follow. "Ao Po Grand Marina is an ideal location for our high-season daily taxi boat service between Phuket and the resort. The faciltities are convenient, clean and safe and it is only a 15 minutes drive from Phuket International Airport. Surely the views from the marina are spectacular, it makes that our guests' holidays already start at Ao Po Grand Marina". |
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25 - 26 October 2008 - Ao Po Grand Marina hosts Open Boating Days Ao Po Grand Marina will be the centre of attention over the 25th - 26th October weekend for the first, annual “Simpson Marine Open Days”. On this unique event Simpson Marine plans to showcase a selection of popular power and sailing vessels. Visitors will be able to inspect pleasure craft from the reputable Azimut (47 and 55 models), Beneteau (including the new Beneteau Flyer 750) and the Maxum range, and various brokerage and charter vessels. Brokers will be on hand to answer any boating enqueries and to highlight the endless options of the boating lifestyle in Asia. Visitiors are welcome daily from 10 am to 4pm. A BBQ and refreshments are available from noon till 3 pm. Click here for photo gallery |
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1 October 2008 - Tawan Cruises operates from Ao Po Grand Marina Tawan Cruises, one of Phuket’s premier luxury poweryacht charter operators, has chosen Ao Po Grand Marina as it’s new homebase as of October 1st 2008. “Guests will arrive directly into Phang Nga Bay from Ao Po Grand Marina, the deep water fuel dock is a great asset, the location is stunning and the Marina is in line with our quality standards and only will get better as more guest facilities will be completed in the time to come ”. Tawan Cruises operates 5 power yachts: an Azimut 50, a Riviera Sports Cruiser M400, a Riviera Sports Cruiser M430, a Riviera Flybridge 42 and a Riviera Flybridge 40. |
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Boat ramp for trailerable boats opens October 2008 Ao Po Grand Marina is in full preparations to finish the construction of its boat ramp at the South end of the marina. The boat ramp is equipped with full launching facilities for all trailerable boats and will open in October 2008. |
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Ao Po Grand Marina to host Opening Party of the 2009 Puravarna Phang Nga Bay Regatta (26- 30 Jan 09) The fun and celebrated Puravarna Phang Nga Bay Regatta, now in it’s 12th year and with an expected record number of entries, will open its 4 racing days in Ao Po Grand Marina. The regatta leads the yachts through the most stunning waters and scenery of Phang Nga Bay, with yachts anchored at a different location every night. On the Opening Night, participating yachts will be safely moored in the marina, while their racing crews can fully enjoy another great Phang Nga Bay party! >>> Click here for more information on the 2009 Puravarna PNB Regatta. |
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“Boosting Phuket’s capacity just in the nick of time” Read the latest 4 page article about Ao Po Grand Marina in Sea Yachting magazine (Vol 3, nr 5 September-October 08). >>> Click here to download article PDF |
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