Invest Hong Kong will join Estela Palma Week 2026 as Partner Sponsor, bringing a new narrative to the Palma International Boat Show—one that challenges everything the superyacht world thinks it knows about Hong Kong.
A Hidden World Behind the Skyline
For decades, Hong Kong has been seen as a vertical city of finance and skyscrapers.
But beyond the skyline lies something few in the global yachting community truly understand: · With 1,180 kilometres of shoreline and 263 islands scattered across pristine waters·
A network of bays, anchorages, and geoparks that remain largely undiscovered by international yachts
From the turquoise waters of Sai Kung to the dramatic cliffs of UNESCO Global Geopark regions, Hong Kong offers a cruising experience that rivals—and in many ways contrasts—the Mediterranean.
The Greater Bay Archipelago: A New Cruising Frontier
What makes Hong Kong unique is not only its own waters, but its position within the Greater Bay Area archipelago—nearly 1,000 islands forming one of the most diverse coastal cruising regions in the world.
This emerging network creates:
· A year-round yachting destination at the heart of Asia
New Marinas Connecting City and Nature
To unlock this potential, Hong Kong is investing heavily in new marina infrastructure:
· Skytopia – Airport Marina (Lantau Island)
A landmark 500-berth marina integrated with Hong Kong International Airport—creating a seamless air-to-yacht gateway for global travellers
· Hung Hom Waterfront
A “Monaco-style” marina in the heart of Victoria Harbour, blending urban energy with yachting lifestyle (150–200 berths)
· Aberdeen Expansion
A marina rooted in Hong Kong’s maritime heritage, surrounded by shipyards and repair facilities—offering up to 200 berths and strong operational support
· Lamma Island Development
A new island destination transforming a former quarry into a high-end marina and lifestyle hub (150–200 berths)
Together, these projects form a connected ecosystem—linking urban waterfronts, island escapes, and global access points.
A Serious Hub for Refit, Repair and Operations
Beyond cruising, Hong Kong is also emerging as a serious technical hub for superyachts:
· Established shipyard clusters in Aberdeen, Tsing Yi, Sai Kung and Shau Kei Wan
· Growing demand for superyacht refit and maintenance services
· Strong engineering expertise and access to regional supply
A New Invitation to the Global Yachting Community
At the Estela Captains’ Dinner on May 1st, Mr. Benjamin Wong, Head of Transport, Logistics and Industrials from Invest Hong Kong, will present this new vision to captains, owners, and industry leaders.
Hong Kong is no longer just a stopover—it is becoming a gateway to one of the world’s most underexplored cruising regions.
With evolving regulations, improved access for foreign yachts, and major infrastructure investment, the region is opening up.
Discover the Other Side of Hong Kong
For those willing to look beyond the skyline, Hong Kong offers:
· Wild coastlines and hidden bays
· Island-hopping routes across hundreds of islands
· A fusion of nature, culture, and world-class infrastructure
A destination not yet crowded. Not yet obvious. But ready.
Join InvestHK at the Captains’ Dinner – May 1st
