The Saudi Tourism Authority officially launched the Super Yacht Arabia stand at the Monaco Yacht Show last week, signalling a decisive step in positioning Saudi as a rising force in the global superyacht industry. The expansive stand brought together some of the Saudi's most influential organisations and provided international stakeholders with a first-hand opportunity to explore the country’s fast-developing yachting landscape.A central presence at Monaco Occupying one of the most prominent locations at Port Hercule, the Super Yacht Arabia stand made a bold statement of intent. Designed to embody Saudi’s signature hospitality, it offered an immersive introduction to the cultural identity and future vision shaping the Saudi's marine tourism ambitions. The design and atmosphere reflected both modern luxury and regional heritage, ensuring a distinctive presence among the world’s most established yachting nations. Visitors to the stand encountered a carefully curated showcase of leading Saudi entities, including Red Sea Global, Amaala, Saudi Tourism Authority, Saudi Red

The international marina community will gather in Venice from 15 to 17 October for the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC), set to take place at the Arsenale di Venezia. Organised in partnership with Assomarinas, the three-day event will bring together marina operators, investors, designers, regulators and service providers from around the world. With a diverse programme of speakers and exhibitors representing every facet of the marina sector, IWMC 2025 is shaping up to be the most compelling edition to date.A programme designed for industry insight and exchange Over the course of three days, IWMC 2025 will present a well-balanced agenda that combines strategic insight with practical relevance. Sessions will address the global evolution of marina markets, emerging investment trends, sustainable infrastructure, digital innovation, regulatory developments and client experience. Day 1 and Day 3 will be dedicated to keynote presentations and expert panels. On Day 2, a marina tour will take participants to destinations including Marina Certosa,

As preparations for the upcoming Metstrade are underway, Features Editor Leona Caanen takes a dive into the show’s focus on the refit market. A prominent superyacht-agenda has been crafted for the show, with a special focus on the refit market. In this year’s edition, the show has added a special focus on refit, focusing on enhancing the sector’s growth through inspiring innovations and the sharing of knowledge. The Superyacht Zone at Metstrade is a central meeting point for the global refit sector to collaborate, as well as anticipate future trends in the market. For the 2025 edition, the Superyacht Zone will extend across three halls (8, 9 and 10), making it the most influential gathering of the superyacht trade sector. Refit expertise at The Superyacht Zone There are approximately 6,000 active vessels that require regular, major works. At the show, visitors of the Superyacht Zone can expand their knowledge of refitting a superyacht, how it impacts the

As Mangusta celebrates its 40th anniversary, the Mangusta Oceano flagship vessel, the Mangusta Oceano 52 stands as the purest embodiment of the brand’s DNA, a yacht that encapsulates four decades of stylistic evolution, technological innovation and uncompromising Italian craftsmanship. More than just a yacht, the Oceano 52 represents Mangusta’s vision for contemporary long-range cruising: bold in design, refined in detail and entirely attuned to the needs of today’s discerning yacht owner.A legacy of redefining luxury performance Since its inception in 1985 by Giuseppe Balducci, Overmarine has carved a singular niche in the world of yachting, establishing Mangusta as a brand synonymous with avant-garde style, technological innovation and Italian craftsmanship. Its journey began with the now-legendary Mangusta 80 Open in 1991, a model that redefined the Maxi Open segment and paved the way for over three decades of continuous evolution.With landmark models such as the Mangusta 165, the Mangusta Oceano and GranSport series designed in collaboration

Damen Yachting’s Yacht Support range has carved out a distinct niche in the superyacht sector, offering owners a way to expand capability, storage and operational flexibility without committing to a significantly larger mothership. The YS53 exemplifies this philosophy, with three hulls delivered, two hulls currently in-build and the next available for delivery in 2028. We sat down with Enrique Tintore, Product Manager for the Yacht Support and Xplorer fleets at Damen Yachting, to find out why a Yacht Support is the best option for owners looking for flexibility, without sacrificing comfort. A versatile extension of the mothership “As anyone who has worked within yachting knows, space aboard a yacht, whether for tenders, provisions, crew or guests, is always at a premium,” explains Tintore. “Adding a YS53 provides the equivalent flexibility and stowage capacity of a yacht 30 metres longer, without the cost or build time of a full new-build. Its role as an independent

Some superyachts are specifically designed to make every guest who steps aboard feel at home, whether on a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic getaway. The 42.2-metre Sanlorenzo superyacht Moka is a perfect example of a luxurious yacht tailored to the charter market. Currently enjoying a summer season chartering the Balearics, SuperYacht Times sits down with her central agent, Giorgia Ravera of Yachting Partners International, alongside her Captain, Samuel Taylor, to see what makes chartering Moka so special. A welcoming design  With a wide range of amenities and a social layout, stepping onboard Moka feels fresh, inviting, and perfectly tailored for memorable charter experiences. As Giorgia Ravera explains, “Moka is designed with families in mind. She has five cabins that work well for guests, and plenty of safe spaces to enjoy together. We receive very positive feedback from guests, who especially enjoy the pool, beach club, and water toys, and often say