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The first generation of Cayenne has achieved cult status over the years. First unveiled in 2002, the SUV represented Porsche’s bold move into a new segment and has built up a loyal fan base over the years. There are dedicated communities around the world where fans and collectors share their enthusiasm, exchange experiences and present their cars. One such modern classic recently visited Porsche’s Sonderwunsch department; Phillip Sarofim, entrepreneur and dedicated car collector, had his 2009 Cayenne GTS completely refurbished to new-car condition and extensively individualised.

This first ‘Factory Re-Commission’ project involving a Cayenne attracted a great deal of attention at Icons of Porsche. The successful combination of historic character, striking off-road looks and modern customisation was a hit. The Paint to Sample colour Black Olive created the desired retro look of the exterior. The lower sections of the body, as well as the alloy wheels, are finished in matt black. In the interior, extensive leather upholstery in English Green (Leather to Sample) meets the iconic Pasha fabric pattern in Black/Olive. The seat centres, and even the inside of the glove compartment, are trimmed in this iconic Porsche textile.

Unique Sonderwunsch Cayenne

With 70s vibes in the desert.

More customisation options than ever before with the Cayenne Electric

Right next to the reimagined classic, Porsche presented the new Cayenne Electric – for the first time in public, just days after its digital world premiere.

The technologically pioneering electric SUV, which produces up to 1,156 PS, also attracted many visitors. Its new Porsche Driver Experience display and control concept with its elegantly curved Flow Display garnered just as much attention as its impressive performance figures and progressive design did.

Another area of focus was the significantly expanded possibilities for individualisation. Never before has a Cayenne been so extensively customisable from the factory in such a wide range of ways as the new all-electric model. Customers will soon be able to choose from 13 exterior colours, 12 interior combinations and up to five interior packages and five accent packages. The new leather colours Magnesium Grey, Lavender and Sage Grey, plus leather-free Race-Tex interiors with a Pepita textile option, bring iconic Porsche designs into the present. Trim strips and accent colours can be fine-tuned to precisely match the interior and exterior.

The Cayenne goes electric

The Cayenne Electric marks the beginning of a new era for Porsche.

Together with the upgraded first-generation Cayenne in Dubai, the Cayenne Electric showcased the possibilities for individualising a Porsche using cars from more than two decades apart. The classic model demonstrates how first-generation vehicles can be transformed into bespoke one-offs through the Sonderwunsch programme. The Cayenne Electric, too, as well as offering the widest range of customisation options of any generation of Cayenne to date, can also be tailored to become a one-of-a-kind example through Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur.

Other highlights from the fifth Icons of Porsche festival

In addition to the two generations of Cayenne, Porsche also showcased other innovations and highlights at Icons of Porsche.

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911 Turbo S

After its premiere at IAA Mobility in Munich, the new top-of-the-range model in the 911 series was also in the spotlight in Dubai. An innovative twin-turbo powertrain with T-Hybrid technology makes the new 911 Turbo S the most powerful production 911 of all time, with a system output of 523 kW (711 PS).

Macan GTS

The Macan GTS is a particularly sporty addition to Porsche’s range of all-electric SUVs. Its overboost power output of up to 420 kW (571 PS), the optional rear differential lock and the lowered sports air suspension noticeably take the agility of the model to a new level. Visually, including in the interior, the fifth variant of the Macan Electric features the characteristic GTS look with striking contrast details.

Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid Sonderwunsch

With the interior of the Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid Sonderwunsch, Porsche showcases how an individual customer dream can become a reality. Fade effects and contrasting colours that correspond to the exterior, as well as perfect craftsmanship, make the interior of this Panamera truly unique. The car’s humidor and Champagne cooler are examples of how exceptionally luxurious ideas can also be realised in a car’s interior as part of the Sonderwunsch programme.

911 GT3 with Manthey Kit

The Manthey Kit, which was previously reserved for the 911 GT3 RS, is now also available for the 911 GT3 and brings even greater performance on the racetrack. With enhanced aerodynamics offering significantly increased downforce, modified suspension, and upgraded brake components, it is designed for intensive track days. Equipped with the kit, the 911 GT3 lapped the Nürburgring-Nordschleife in 6:52.981 minutes – around 2.8 seconds faster than its predecessor fitted with the Manthey Kit.

911 Targa 4 GTS Art Car

Labubu is the most well-known character in the ‘The Monsters’ series. Together with the artist Kasing Lung, Porsche presented a strictly limited collector’s edition of the ‘King Mon’ character in Dubai as well as an art car with Labubu behind the wheel. In doing so, the collaborators celebrated 10 years of ‘The Monsters’ and 60 years of the Porsche 911 Targa at the same time. The 25th anniversary of the Carrera GT super sports car also received special attention at this year’s festival.

Global asset manager Schroders has teamed up with Thai company Krungthai Asset Management to launch catastrophe bond fund strategies specifically for the Thai ultra-high net worth investor marketplace.

The new KTAM Catastrophe Bond Funds will act as feeder funds into an established cat bond fund managed by the Schroders Capital insurance-linked securities (ILS) team.

The two new cat bond feeder strategies are called the KTAM Catastrophe Bond Fund Not for Retail Investors and the KTAM Catastrophe Bond Fund Unhedged Not for Retail Investors.

They are designed to help open-up access to the diversifying and relatively uncorrelated catastrophe bond asset class to ultra-high net worth investors in Thailand, bringing them a simple and localised way to access an investment strategy from a leading and established ILS market investment manager.

The two KTAM cat bond funds are open-ended and available now for ongoing subscription to investors.

They provide access to the Schroder IF Flexible Cat Bond Fund, which is the master fund to the KTAM strategies.

As of September 30th 2025, the Schroder IF Flexible Cat Bond Fund had more that US $877 million in cat bond assets under management, sitting as part of Schroders Capital’s Private Debt and Credit Alternatives (PDCA) platform that manages more than US $30 billion globally.

Schroders noted that the launch of these strategies serves to further open-up access to insurance-linked securities (ILS) to Asian investors.

“Thai investors will benefit from institutional oversight and a Luxembourg vehicle, ensuring robust governance and industry-leading standards,” the asset manager explained.

The new strategies will be offered to Thai HNW investors by Krungthai Asset Management, while the 37 strong Schroders Capital ILS team with its near 15 year track record will manage the master cat bond fund that assets ultimately feed to.

Katherine Cox, Head of Client Group, South Asia and Global Official Institutions, Schroders, commented, “We are delighted to partner with Krungthai Asset Management to offer our Cat Bond strategy for Thailand’s ultra-high net worth investors. The strategy’s performance over the past three years underscores the appeal of insurance-linked securities as a source of diversification and resilient income for investors.

“The momentum in the catastrophe bond market remains strong, supported by sustained investor demand and disciplined pricing. As monetary conditions ease and private wealth investors seek stability and returns, we are strategically positioned to capture these market dynamics while delivering institutional-grade solutions that strengthen portfolio resilience for investors.”

Chavinda Hanratanakool, Chief Executive Officer, Krungthai Asset Management, added, “Natural disasters are growing more severe, with significant impacts on lives, property and economies. However, they also present unique investment opportunities through risk transfer via Catastrophe Bonds.

“We are pleased to partner with Schroders, a specialist in this field, to bring Catastrophe Bond funds to Thai investors – offering diversification benefits and attractive return especially as these assets have low correlation with mainstream investments during periods of market volatility.”

This new partnership between Schroders and Krungthai Asset Management is not the first to target the Thailand investor base with a fund designed to make accessing catastrophe bonds simpler.

Recall that ILS manager Twelve Securis had partnered with Kiatnakin Phatra Asset Management (KKP Asset Management), part of the Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group, to launch two catastrophe bond strategies for the Thai domestic market, with both serving as feeders to the Twelve Cat Bond Fund.