Benetti announce that Angel Zhou is the new President of Sales for Asia, effective October, 15th 2025. With this appointment, the Shipyard further reinforces its presence in the strategic Asian market. In her new role, Angel Zhou will be responsible for managing and coordinating commercial, marketing, and customer satisfaction activities across the region.

A leading figure in the luxury yachting sector in Asia, Angel Zhou boasts nearly 20 years of experience and significant achievements in the international nautical market. She participated in the organization of the China Cup International Regatta in 2007, now one of the most influential sailing events in the world, before joining Simpson Marine in November 2007. During her time there, she made a significant contribution to the group’s expansion, leading the opening of five branches in China and eventually becoming Group Vice President of Simpson Marine. Throughout her career, she has partnered with many of the world’s top yachting brands and played a key role in the internationalization of China’s yachting sector.

Her expertise in managing local markets and assisting high-profile clients makes Angel Zhou the clear choice to lead Benetti Asia to new heights in a rapidly growing market, where a tailored approach to each customer and precise knowledge of regional dynamics are driving the brand’s success.

“Asia is not only a fast-growing market for yachting. It’s also one where design culture and lifestyle aspirations are evolving rapidly. With Angel’s deep local expertise and proven commercial acumen, Benetti is ready to strengthen its dialogue with a new generation of yacht owners in the region – those who see yachting as an expression of personality, taste, and ambition,” said Daniela Petrozzi, Sales Director, Benetti.