The Thai Yachting Business Association (TYBA) has announced the launch of a new superyacht marina, which is to be located on Phuket’s northeast shore, about two kilometres west from Phuket Yacht Haven marina
The Thai Yachting Business Association (TYBA) has announced the launch of a new superyacht marina, which is to be located on Phuket’s northeast shore, about two kilometres west from Phuket Yacht Haven marina.
Dubbed “Port Macchanu”, the project is to further develop Phuket’s role as a superyacht hub in Thailand and Southeast Asia.
The TYBA noted that the project’s affect on the economy was “in accordance with the policies of the government and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports.”
The TYBA has announced that the Port Macchanu marina will be located in an area with suitable depth and natural protection.
Port Macchanu will provide 40 berths for superyachts up to 50 metres, with onshore facilities for crew, plus restaurants, a supermarket and a convention hall.
The TYBA said the marina will be adjacent to the Phuket Premier Boatyard, which can service yachts up to 80 feet, and a new shipyard which will be able to service yachts up to 60 metres.
The TYBA said that it was determined by the planning team that there is no better location for a marina than Port Macchanu because of its location close to Phuket's major tourist areas.
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