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Wat Koh Siray, with its golden reclining Buddha, sits on a hilltop from which there are spectacular views of Rassada Harbour and adjacent islands on the one side and views of rubber plantations on the other. It also overlooks the picturesque Sea Gypsy village of Laem Tuk-Kae. From the road you climb up a staircase flanked by huge dragons. The outside temple hall is surrounded by other Buddha images that you can walk around.

Accorhotels Southern Thailand once again organized the exciting and challenging event, the 3rd “Heartbreak” Hill Mini- Marathon 2017 at Khao Khad, Cape Panwa.

Mr. James Murphy, Area General Manager for Accor luxury hotel brands in Southern Thailand welcomed the guests of honor and runners in the early morning of September 17 after a warm up exercise.

It was our honor to welcome Mr. Noraphat Plodthong, Phuket Governor alongside with Phuket Vice Governor, Mr. Snith Sriwihok; the Deputy Commander, Third Naval Area Command; Phuket Public Relations Director of NBT Phuket; Director of Tourism and Sports, Phuket; Director of Sports Authority of Thailand Phuket Offi ce and followers and also general managers from AccorHotels Southern along with Talents and Culture AccorHotels Southern.

The Phuket Governor conducted the opening ceremony, then the 3,500 participants were ready to tackle either the 6km Fun run or the mini marathon 13km. As the excitement built runners started the course, a new location for the annual Heartbreak Hill event. The run led them through Khao Khad View Point up to the hills and along the beach and past the rubber trees around Cape Panwa area. It was the first year the route was held In this scenic location having changed from the Naithon area to this new course. The challenge was running up and down hills alongside entertaining groups from cheerleader groups and music along the way.

There are people in this world who bury their heads in the sand and wish that problems would go away, while others like to identify a problem and tackle it head on. There are still others who are smart enough to know that not every problem actually needs to be solved.

Recently we were contacted by a family who had planned to invest in Thailand by co-investment in a Thai company. However, their plans changed and they instead used a different structure for their investment.

As happens sometimes, other matters took precedence and the family forgot to maintain the company. They neither appointed auditors and accountants, nor carried out any business activities with regards to the company. This inactivity lasted six years and eventually the family wanted to check whether or not to just ‘let the company die naturally’ i.e. just leave it as it was, or whether any action was required.

Interestingly, and this is often the case, making enquiries on this matter with different government departments yielded a mix of different answers.

Approaching the Department of Business Development, it became apparent that the relevant company had been denoted as ‘struck off’.

The legal effect of this denotation is that technically the company should not be able to carry out any acts due to this status; it loses its ‘legal personality’ or legal standing at this time.

However, very importantly, what might have been overlooked is that the status ‘struck off’ does not protect the directors or management of the relevant company from liabilities relating to any aspects of the prior operation of the company, nor does it protect against any liabilities or penalties which may be imposed on the company.

The relevant issues which impact upon such a company are:

(a) obligations and liabilities relating to the Act Prescribing Offences Related To Registered Partnerships, Limited Partnership, Limited Company, Association and Foundation, B.E. 2499:

Under section 18, if a limited company fails to make a balance sheet, then the company shall be liable to a fine not more than 20,000 THB.

How did you first get involved in property development?
A: I started out at 24 years old with an engineering degree and lots of ambition. Eventually, I was able to do my own developments, focused mainly in Notting Hill in London. I still have several properties there. I first came to Phuket for the King’s Cup Regatta in 2006. Then on one of my trips to Phuket in 2007, I inspected the Kata Rocks site and knew as, a developer, that I needed to buy straight away. It checked all the right boxes: oceanfront, west facing for sunsets, perfect slope, huge rocks placed like ornaments in front of a resort that looks out at the majestic Koh Pu island.

What makes Kata Rocks so special?
A: I think Kata Rocks stands out for many reasons: Prime oceanfront site, all Sky Pool Villas with private infinity pools, great sea views, 460 sqm penthouses, outstanding resort facilities and signature Thai hospitality. Since its inception, Kata Rocks has won more international property awards than any other single development in the world including the title ‘Best Apartment in the World’ at the London finals, beating entries from 110 countries. Since then we’ve won over 50 international property and hospitality awards.

What was the inspiration for the Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous?
A: We now have a truly iconic resort with this amazing futuristic superyacht inspired design with its wrap around glass and louvers. The Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous (KRSR) brings together Kata Rocks villa owners, superyacht owners and those interested in yachting and luxury lifestyle, industry professionals plus international lifestyle, luxury travel and yachting media. Now in its second year, the KRSR has firmly established Phuket as the new superyacht hotspot and elevated the destination’s image. Together this attracts more discerning travellers to the island who are willing to pay for the best things in life.

Have you always worked in the marine business?
I’m an engineer and I started my career with Caterpillar – the market leaders in big earthmoving equipment and diesel engines. I was lucky to gain experience across the whole company, including sales and marketing and, while working in the ‘off-highway’ department, supplying big generators, I got my introduction to the commercial marine industry – and had the opportunity to introduce Caterpillar to the yachting market.
After five years, I joined MTU, DaimlerChrysler Off-Highway supplying marine engines – mainly to government. Here, again, I had the opportunity to break new ground, taking the company into commercial engine supply. One of my achievements was putting the company’s MTU engines on the the commercial market.

Next, I was offered the job of Thailand Country Manager for Emerson, manufacturers of industrial products – a big change of product focus but an exciting challenge.

After seven years with Emerson, I was approached by Dr Sunhavut Thamchuanviriya, MGC’s Group MD. MGC had just launched their yacht division in 2015 and Dr Sunhavut, having seen me at many yacht shows, said to me, “You obviously love this yachting business. Why don’t you come and join us to run our yachting division?”

MGC is a major player in the luxury car business. What made them move into yachting?
MGC was founded in 2000 and sells luxury cars such as BMW, Aston Martin, Maserati and Rolls-Royce. Our products are top-end and our customers, who are used to buying luxury items, and are therefore potential yacht buyers, are already confident of our ability to deliver high-end service. So there was a natural fit.

Why did MGC choose Azimut Yachts instead of another brand?
We were approached by many yacht builders, but it was obvious that we needed a top brand. Azimut has a long history, dating back to 1969, and a reputation built on delivering quality. Something else that suits our business model is that the founder still runs the business. Then there’s their innovation; they bring out a new model every year and, since joining forces with Benetti, they have a production capacity of 300 yachts per year.

Do you think there’s still room for major growth in yachting in Thailand?
Yes! Government and private sector are working together to create the opportunity for foreign yachts over 30 metres to operate in Thai waters; that will generate massive revenue from servicing and provisioning the yachts themselves, as well as the high spend of owners, crew and guests while they are ashore shopping, dining and generally enjoying the destination.
Apart from the superyacht potential, there’s the natural appeal of Thailand’s cruising grounds. There’s still opportunity for significant growth in terms of yacht sales to wealthy residents (Thai and expat) and charter yachts catering to yachting visitors.

The Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous (KRSR) team returned from its successful trip to the Monaco Yacht Show, the world’s leading superyacht event, highly motivated by the amazing feedback from the media and the superyacht industry.

The KRSR team handled a busy schedule of meetings with owners, builders, designers, brokers, luxury goods brands plus yachting and luxury lifestyle media in grand style as the countdown to the second KRSR event begins.

"The response at Monaco was fantastic as it gives us valuable momentum in the leadup to December. I am very proud of the entire team, in just two years they have helped establish KRSR as the must-attend superyacht event in Asia," said Richard Pope CEO Infinite Luxury. "It already is known as the most exclusive invitation-only superyacht happening in the region, welcoming superyacht owners, Kata Rocks villa owners and the Asian glitterati."

Mr Pope said that Benetti and VistaJet are excited to host an exclusive VIP owner’s dinner, leveraging a dream pairing of superyachts and private jet charters.

Together with famed Dutch superyacht builder Feadship, whose roots date back to 1847, the companies bring a distinct European flair to Phuket and the KRSR.

Based in Italy and with over 144 years of history, Benetti epitomises the finest craftsmanship and a refined sense of Italian design with over 144 years of history while Zurich-based VistaJet delivers bespoke flight experiences with operations in over 187 countries worldwide.

The Benetti and VistaJet owner’s dinner is expected to prove the perfect complement to the Feadship owner’s dinner, a truly prestigious gathering attended by Kata Rocks Villa owners, superyacht owners and discerning guests.

According to Bas Nederpelt, Commercial Director Feadship, the company is pleased to increase its involvement in the 2017 event as a co-sponsor while hosting the exclusive superyacht owner's dinner for a second consecutive year.

"Following the huge success of last year’s KRSR, Feadship is again delighted to be taking a leading role this year and to host the Feadship Owner's Dinner once again. The KRSR is helping Phuket become Asia’s top yachting destination," Mr Nederpelt added.

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