The editorial staff of Asia-Pacific Boating magazine are now accepting nominations for the Asia Boating Awards, to be held on April 17, 2009, in conjunction with the China International Boat Show in Shanghai.

Readers of LUXUO are invited to submit their favourite boats, builders, places and personalities in 21 categories on a dedicated website with an easy-to-use, online form.

The awards recognize the best in Asian boating. Among the honours are awards for best motor yachts in four size ranges, awards for best sailing yachts, and new to this year, best racing yacht.

Readers can also select their choice for top Asian boat builders, Personality of the Year, Regatta of the Year and Best Asian Maritime City.

A full list of award categories is on their website. Readers may nominate in as many, or as few, categories as they wish. Nominations will close February 15, 2009. Readers can access the online form here.

This is your chance to see your favourites get the attention they deserve : )