Republic of Singapore Yacht Club

What Republic of Singapore Yacht Club does

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) is a private, member-owned yacht club founded in 1826, making it the oldest yacht club in Asia. Headquartered at 52 West Coast Ferry Road, Singapore, the club operates a waterfront campus combining a marina, hospitality facilities, and social amenities. Its marina comprises 118 wet berths (including 18 superyacht berths accommodating vessels up to 300ft) and 196 dry berths (up to 35ft vessels) protected by a 140-metre wave attenuator completed in 2018, with a major marina reconfiguration adding mega yacht berths completed in 2024.

The club generates revenue from a diversified portfolio of seven primary streams: membership fees (Ordinary at S$16,000, Social at S$2,555, Bicentennial Discovery at S$888, Corporate at S$25,000-S$30,000), marina berthing subscriptions, Marina Lodge accommodation (Superior to Flag Officers' Suite at S$180-S$350/night), four F&B outlets (The Wharf, Beacon@RSYC, Mess Bar, Karaoke Lounge), banquet and event services (weddings from S$688++ per table, meetings from S$40++ per person), merchandise (including Adidas co-branded line), and yacht charter facilitation. Sea sports education includes PPCDL courses (S$316-S$381) and sailing courses delivered in partnership with Metazone Ltd.

RSYC serves affluent professionals, entrepreneurs, families, boating enthusiasts, and corporate clients, with members from more than 15 nationalities. Membership includes reciprocal access to 100+ international yacht clubs across 28 countries. The club is governed by an elected Committee led by Commodore James Wong, with operational management headed by General Manager Dr A. Rashid. Marketing is primarily through the website, quarterly RSYC Magazine, email newsletters, and event-driven earned media, with the 2026 Bicentennial generating notable coverage. Technology infrastructure consists of a member portal, Boatcloud marina operations, and Chope reservation integration; no proprietary technology platform is disclosed.

Name

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club

Legal name

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club

Website

https://rsyc.org.sg

Company type

Private

Founded year

1826

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club is a private, member-owned yacht club founded in 1826, operating a Singapore waterfront campus with a 314-berth marina, 30+ room Marina Lodge, four F&B outlets, banquet venues, and sailing education for affluent professionals, families, and corporate clients across 15+ nationalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Yacht Club Services

NAICS

Marinas (713930), Marinas (71393)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Yacht & Luxury Boat Charters (With Crew) (THAJALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Coastal & Marine Nature Lodges (THAGAIAH)

Keywords

• Yacht club membership
• Marina berthing services
• Waterfront accommodation
• Banquet event venues
• Sailing powerboating courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Membership fees and entrance fees: RSYC generates primary revenue from membership entrance fees across multiple tiers: Ordinary Membership (S$16,000), Social Membership (S$2,555), Bicentennial Discovery Membership ($888), and Corporate Membership (S$25,000-30,000). Monthly subscriptions of S$125 apply for certain membership types, along with minimum spending levies.
2. Marina berthing services: Revenue from wet berths (118 berths including superyacht berths for vessels 45-300ft) and dry berths (196 berths for vessels up to 35ft). Berthing charges are based on berth length or boat length (whichever is longer) with maintenance fees included. Dry berth rates range from $450 to $1,000 per month. Additional charges apply for electricity and water based on metered usage.
3. Food & Beverage: Four F&B outlets generate revenue: The Wharf (casual family dining, 7am-10pm), Beacon@RSYC (Western cuisine, open to public, Tue-Sun), Mess Bar (evening bar, Mon-Fri 6pm-midnight, Sat-Sun 4pm-midnight), and Karaoke Lounge. Regular promotions and seasonal menus drive additional sales.
4. Marina Lodge accommodation: Marina Lodge accommodation revenue from five room categories: Superior Room (from S$180/night), Deluxe Room (S$220/night), Apartment Suite (S$280-320/night), Flag Officers' Suite (S$350/night). Six apartment suites are available. Preferential rates are offered to members.
5. Events, banquets and functions: Revenue from hosting corporate meetings, seminars, weddings, solemnizations, and social events across multiple venues including Nautica Ballroom (up to 200 pax), Quarterdeck, Foreshore Deck (up to 500 cocktail), and Beacon Restaurant. Wedding packages start from S$688++ per table of 10. Meeting packages from S$40++ per person (min 10 pax).
6. Merchandise sales: Sale of RSYC branded memorabilia including Adidas x RSYC co-branded merchandise (caps, jerseys, polo shirts, shoe bags, water bottles), and limited edition SG60 polo t-shirts.
7. Yacht charter facilitation: RSYC facilitates yacht charter bookings through registered charterers (Maria Yacht, Monako) berthed at its marina, earning referral or commission revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club is a member-owned private yacht club offering marina berthing services (wet and dry berths for vessels up to 300ft), waterfront accommodation at Marina Lodge, four dining and bar venues, banquet and event hosting, sailing and powerboating courses, and regulated membership tiers with reciprocal international club access. The club serves individual members, families, boating enthusiasts, and corporate clients with a portfolio spanning maritime, hospitality, and social services.

Product overview

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club is a member-owned yacht club offering a comprehensive portfolio of maritime, hospitality, and social services. The core offerings include marina facilities (wet berths and dry stack storage for boats up to 300ft), accommodation at Marina Lodge with rooms ranging from Superior to Flag Officers' Suite, and four dining venues (The Wharf, Beacon@RSYC, Mess Bar, and Karaoke Lounge). The club provides banquet and event services across multiple waterfront venues for corporate events, weddings, and social gatherings. Sea sports education includes PPCDL courses and sailing courses for adults and children. The club organizes the annual RSYC Regatta and hosts the RSYC Bicentennial Regatta 2026. Membership options include Ordinary, Social, Corporate, Bicentennial Discovery, and Term memberships with reciprocal rights to over 100 international clubs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and regulatory.

• International Council of Yacht Clubs (ICOYC)coreOthersRSYC is a member club of the International Council of Yacht Clubs, an international body that connects and represents yacht clubs globally. This membership provides a platform for international recognition and networking among premier yacht clubs worldwide.
• Marina Industries Association (MIA)coreOthersRSYC is a member club of the Marina Industries Association, which promotes and supports the marina industry. This affiliation provides access to industry standards, best practices, and networking within the marina sector.
• Metazone LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for sailing education. Metazone Ltd delivers Basic Sailing Courses (Adult & Youth Dinghy), Children's Opti Junior Course, and Children's Opti Sailor Course at RSYC. At course completion, sailors may take the Singapore Sailing Federation Level 1 Sailing Proficiency test.
• The Boat Shop Pte LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Boat Shop Pte Ltd conducts Powered Pleasure Craft Driving Licence (PPCDL) courses at RSYC. The 3-day course (theory + practical) qualifies participants to drive motor/jet-propelled pleasure craft within Singapore port limits. Refresher lessons (1-to-1) also available.
• AdidasminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLimited edition RSYC merchandise in partnership with Adidas, including baseball caps, jersey t-shirts (Navy Blue and White), polo t-shirts, shoe bags, and water bottles. Products available through RSYC's online store.
• Maria Yacht (Knots 'n' Boats)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMaria Yacht is a 42ft Grand Banks Cabin Cruiser berthed at RSYC marina, available for charter in Singapore. Offers trips to Southern Islands with water sports, BBQ, sunset viewing. Amenities include 2 aircon cabins, shower, galley, floating mat, kayak, and paddleboard.
• Monako YachtminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMonako is a 42ft motorised vessel berthed at RSYC marina with indoor dining (aircon), 1 aircon cabin, rear deck, top deck, sun deck, toilet, fresh water shower, galley with BBQ, TV and karaoke. Available for charter.
• Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)regulatoryOthersMPA is referenced as a key maritime authority in Singapore that RSYC maintains relations with. The club provides a link to MPA's maritime career initiatives on its website.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron: ANZ-region heritage yacht club with marina, regatta hosting, and reciprocal privileges. Comparable in terms of Royal heritage recognition, member-owned governance, and regatta/sailing events.
• Royal Selangor Yacht Club: Malaysia-based historic yacht club with marina, accommodation, and F&B. Regional peer with similar heritage positioning and reciprocal club participation across the Strait of Singapore corridor.

Direct peers

• Raffles Marina: Singapore yacht club and marina offering berthing, F&B, and clubhouse amenities. Comparable member-owned marina model with similar wet berth and dry stack operations in Singapore.
• Marina at Keppel Bay: Integrated marina, yacht club, and waterfront lifestyle destination in Singapore. Directly competes for superyacht berths, corporate events, and dining in the same Singapore waterfront market.
• One°15 Marina Club: Singapore-based luxury marina and members' club operating berthing, F&B, accommodation, and yachting services. Direct competitor for superyacht berths, premium memberships, and event venues in the same Singapore market.
• Changi Sailing Club: Singapore-based sailing club with marina and F&B operations. Similar membership + berthing model, serving as a domestic peer for sailing courses, regattas, and social club usage.

Broad incumbents

• Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron: Royal-chartered Australian yacht club with marina, dining, and reciprocal privileges. Comparable heritage and member-owned governance model in a developed Asia-Pacific waterfront market.
• Yacht Club de Monaco: Ultra-premium yacht club serving superyacht owners in the Mediterranean. Comparable in targeting ultra-high-net-worth members, premium berthing, and exclusive social positioning.
• Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club: Asia's other premium heritage yacht club with reciprocal arrangements. Comparable in terms of heritage positioning, Royal patronage history, marina operations, and reciprocal club network.
• Royal Thames Yacht Club: One of the oldest yacht clubs in the world (1775), with reciprocal relationships and heritage status. Comparable as a long-established member-owned club with international reciprocal privileges.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/rsycsg
• Facebookfacebook.com/rsyc.sg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/republic-of-singapore-yacht-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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