Asia-Pacific Superyacht Market Snapshot 2026 – this year’s takeaways from the trend report published by SuperYacht Times

Global Market Stabilises

The superyacht market continued its recovery in 2025, with 215 new yachts over 30m sold, up from 200 in 2024. While below the 2021-2022 boom years, sales remain above historical averages, signalling a healthier and more sustainable market.

• 204 new superyachts delivered in 2025
• Annual sales expected to settle around 200 yachts per year

New-Build Market

Demand for custom new-build yachts remains strong, particularly in the 30-40m segment, which makes up the largest share of the market.

Yachts under construction (30m+) – March 2026:

• 641 yachts currently in build
• 30-40m: 39%
• 40-50m: 29%
• 50-60m: 12%
• 60-80m: 11%
• 80m+: 8%

Brokerage Market Rebalances

The brokerage sector is shifting towards buyers as supply increases.

• 351 used yachts sold in 2025
• Supply now equals around 20% of the global fleet
• Over €1 billion cut from asking prices

This reflects a more price-sensitive market and improved buying opportunities.

Refit Market Remains Strong

Refit activity continues to be a major part of the industry.

• 2,600+ yachts underwent refit in 2025
• Equivalent to 42% of the global fleet

Top refit locations:

• USA: 636 yachts
• Italy: 517
• Spain: 418
• France: 321
• Greece: 245

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Refit Sector

Asia-Pacific remains a smaller refit player but is growing.

• 82 yachts refitted in Asia-Pacific in 2025
• Just 3.1% of global refit activity

Regional leaders:

• Australia: 44 yachts
• New Zealand: 13
• Singapore: 12
• Thailand: 11

Superyacht Growth in Asia-Pacific

The region continues to attract more yachts year-on-year.

Active superyachts in Asia-Pacific (30m+):

• 2023: 445
• 2024: 530
• 2025: 586

Of the 586 yachts active in the region:

• 350 owned by Asian nationals
• 236 foreign-flagged visiting yachts

Largest Asia-Pacific Yachting Markets

Top cruising destinations by yacht numbers:

• Australia: 150
• Indonesia: 127
• China: 100
• Malaysia: 90
• Hong Kong: 87
• Thailand: 87

Asia-Pacific Yacht Building

Regional shipyards continue gaining global importance.

• 552 operating yachts over 30m built in Asia-Pacific
• Represents 8.4% of global fleet

Under construction in region:

• 44 yachts currently in build
• Taiwan accounts for 31 projects

Summing Up

Asia-Pacific is steadily becoming a more influential superyacht region through rising ownership, stronger cruising activity and growing marina investment. While Europe and the US still dominate refit and major infrastructure, Asia-Pacific’s role in the global market continues to expand.