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Yachting & Marine Correspondent
Tom Castellano covers boats, harbours and marine business across the Pacific for Pacific Press Asia.
As Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez concludes with multiple winners, the event's global visibility points to persistent incentives for yachting expansion in new markets, notably Southeast Asia.
The proposed 36-month spread for electricity rate increases to cover additional generation costs reflects financial pressures from climate shifts, with implications for regional infrastructure planning.
The America's Cup Hall of Fame will induct four figures next month, an event that illuminates the established centers of sailing rather than indicating new growth in the Pacific.
SINGAPORE —A rise in cheating offences among young people in Singapore points to economic incentives and a digital landscape that reshape traditional crime patterns across Southeast Asia.
SINGAPORE —The conviction of a former senior director in Singapore underscores persistent vulnerabilities in financial oversight across Asia-Pacific institutions.
The upcoming J80 Winter Series in Valencia, Spain, highlights a persistent gap in high-performance yachting infrastructure within the Asia-Pacific region, despite growing wealth and maritime interest.
Local cultural initiatives in Mexico's San Miguel de Allende, while distinct, yield no actionable data for Asian maritime sector analysis.
An overwhelming response to a Tasmanian boat event reflects broader trends in Asia-Pacific marine leisure and infrastructure, with implications for regional economies.
The departure of carriers like Volaris from Mexico's Quintana Roo coast highlights how rising operational costs and environmental challenges reshape destination viability, a dynamic with implications for Asia-Pacific coastal economies.
SINGAPORE —Superyacht Australia, Echo Yachts, and Bali Gapura Marina promoted a unified Asia Pacific cruising region at the Monaco Yacht Show, signaling market intent despite underlying infrastructure challenges.
SINGAPORE —The conclusion of a six-month grace period for beverage container returns highlights inventory management challenges and the economic impact on retailers.
Pilot's disciplinary action highlights systemic issues, posing a risk to the region's yachting and tourism sectors.
SINGAPORE —The Nepal-Tibet floods highlight economic vulnerabilities beyond immediate human loss, particularly for Singapore's outbound travel sector.
SINGAPORE —Beyond the headlines of pet fines, a deeper issue of spatial economics and responsibility for dangerous breeds surfaces, impacting property values and public safety.
The proposed meeting regarding Nicaragua, driven by five OAS member states, reveals a distinct bloc emerging within Latin America's diplomatic landscape, with implications for extra-regional powers.
SINGAPORE —A Chinese memory chip advance recalibrates regional supply chain dependencies, with implications for economic structures beyond traditional hardware. Berth economics will respond to shifts in access and cost.
SINGAPORE —A backup candidate's grassroots assignment in Kembangan clarifies internal party dynamics ahead of GE2025, offering a predictable path for the city-state.
SINGAPORE —The drive by carmakers to diversify battery suppliers, spurred by stock stress at CATL, suggests deeper reconfigurations in industrial supply chains across Asia-Pacific.
SINGAPORE —Reported scam losses underscore the financial drain and trust erosion facing the region.
SINGAPORE —Singapore's regulatory moves suggest increased operational burdens for animal welfare organizations, with economic consequences for related sectors.
SINGAPORE —Zhipu AI's GLM-5.3-Flash model, powered by domestically produced chips, signals a calculated detachment from external hardware dependencies, with implications for technology sourcing across Asia-Pacific industries.
SINGAPORE —Beijing targets global leadership in pharmaceuticals, creating both opportunity and reorientation for Asia-Pacific economies.
SINGAPORE —Singapore's call for open dialogue on AI in the workforce highlights a critical operational challenge for companies across Asia-Pacific.
SINGAPORE —A S$4.9 million heist in King Albert Park signals more than just a crime; it highlights informal wealth flows in a regional hub.
From Lake Kariba to the Andaman Sea, the lessons of preventable maritime loss are universal.
CHIANG MAI —A Pacific Press Guide for Foreign Investors Eyeing Thailand's Prime Agricultural Property for High-End Ventures.
SINGAPORE —From Bangkok to Bali, developers are harnessing global luxury names to command astounding premiums. But who are these exclusive enclaves truly for, and is the price justified?
BANGKOK —From artisan hostels in Luang Prabang to glamping pods near Angkor Wat, a new breed of traveler is trading gritty commutes for curated comfort, demanding both authenticity and a good night's sleep.
From the decks of Monaco to the boardrooms of Hong Kong, high-end menswear is witnessing a profound shift. Pacific Press's Tom Castellano delves into the burgeoning world of quiet luxury in men's accessories and watches.
SINGAPORE —Bangkok to the Kingdom's North: A Re-Envisioned Railway Promises Elegant Journeys by 2026