SuperYacht Times announces that early bird tickets are now available for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026</a>. Now in its third edition, the summit will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May 2026 in Kobe, Japan, hosted at La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382114/image/large-baf3ecfb0e038e562c1abbcc141260e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382114">Following two successful editions in Hong Kong, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> now turns its focus to Japan for the first time, a market that is attracting growing attention from the superyacht sector.Recent regulatory adjustments affecting foreign-flagged vessels have eased access for visiting yachts, contributing to Japan’s increasing visibility within Asia-Pacific cruising itineraries.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359192/image/large-63537f58e13a365dd9223509f2932e44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359192">&nbsp;While the country has not traditionally been viewed as a yachting nation, it is home to more than 21,000 ultra-high-net-worth individuals, underlining its longer-term potential within the global superyacht market.With a focus on informing and connecting owners, operators, and industry stakeholders, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> provides a forum to examine how markets such as Japan are evolving, and how the region can strengthen its position as a year-round centre for superyacht activity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382126/image/large-bb9ab2877b3fc2c7a8e2ce733ceb5639.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382126"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384822/image/large-7010f50a3fe62711115fd52537147bda.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384822">

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SuperYacht Times announces that early bird tickets are now available for the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026.

Tickets on sale and venue announced for Asia Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026

From 23 to 26 September this year, some of the most technologically advanced superyachts ever built will descend on Port Hercule, Monaco, for the 35th edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/338" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2026">Monaco Yacht Show</a>.&nbsp;SuperYacht Times&nbsp;presents a curated list of the largest vessels set to make their appearance at the annual celebration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398278/image/large-493be7d11a5178c45c874d9d7ece036a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398278"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nixie102.4m (335'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2026">Nixie</a>&nbsp;| 102.4-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pangea79.8m (261'10&quot;)Amels2025"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396027/image/large-06b5daba793d408faf7914e598d24e60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396027">Pangea</a>&nbsp;| 79.8-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2025 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395308/image/large-610ddca98daa5b7f98b8d1267733e13e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395308"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a>&nbsp;| 77.7-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2023 |&nbsp;Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/387970/image/large-ff7500622e0c1f3728a319cfed7b380c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/387970"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amor à Vida67.55m (221'7&quot;)CRN2025">Amor à Vida</a>&nbsp;| 67.55-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2025 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/282356/image/large-2467d0883105f8699f6050d7ecee64da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282356"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/448" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon67.5m (221'5&quot;)ICON Yachts2009">Loon</a>&nbsp;| 67.5-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2009 |&nbsp;Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/322" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Merle Wood & Associates, Inc. (Company)">Merle Wood &amp; Associates</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392856/image/large-0ea90e17746d7e1a5c8635173d9b77ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392856"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Raider X67.0m (219'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2026">Sea Raider X</a>&nbsp;| 67-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384008/image/large-ecf973e0ae7bacc23519248bebe2fac2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384008"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alchemist 62.0m (203'5&quot;)Sanlorenzo2022">Alchemist</a>&nbsp;| 62-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2022 |&nbsp;Exhibited by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright (Company)">Cecil Wright &amp; Partners</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390345/image/large-d846c844f5689c21e3c2b9be84792c73.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390345"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12790" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simena62.0m (203'5&quot;)ARES Yachts2026">Simena</a>&nbsp;| 62-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2013" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ARES Yachts (Company)">ARES Yachts</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2025 | Delivered in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2013" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ARES Yachts (Company)">ARES Yachts</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243402/image/large-121796a134b262761a5372c8b06895a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243402"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12406" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kinda II60.0m (196'10&quot;)Baglietto S.p.A.2026">Kinda II</a>&nbsp;| 60-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> | Launched in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398143/image/large-ab9a5b687c31e4c8921f017929f22615.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398143"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12430" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="QU260.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2026">QU2</a>&nbsp;| 60-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395227/image/large-0dc2cb5185f15c684a05687e04968cad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395227"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula59.4m (194'11&quot;)Rossinavi2024">Akula</a>&nbsp;| 59.4-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2024 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/96241/image/large-a6085730c9583b7a4948ce8effdba4b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96241"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/986" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galaxy56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti Yachts2005">Galaxy</a>&nbsp;| 56-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti Yachts (Company)">Benetti</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2005 |&nbsp;Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7074" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Safe Harbor (Company)">Safe Harbor</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314701/image/large-28191fc86e586464bfe0b3318c9f520c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314701"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1549" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="After You55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2011">After You</a>&nbsp;| 55-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> | Launched in 2011&nbsp;| Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="TWW Yachts (Company)">TWW Yachts</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/56233/image/large-099aba30e0db4e08f2162f50c1493aa7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/56233"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Meira55.0m (180'5&quot;)Neta Marine2018">Meira</a>&nbsp;| 55-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/883" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neta Marine (Company)">Neta Marine</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2018 |&nbsp;Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377780/image/large-fa488910f0faa06e5dac11e2aa24f757.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377780"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8999" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reliance55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2023">Reliance</a>&nbsp;| 55-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2022&nbsp;| Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393491/image/large-4b5f073994d9613974221f696aa22075.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393491"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante&nbsp;</a>| 55-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2025 | Delivered in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353286/image/large-3e10feda5cb38941305b576440b205aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353286"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velocity 54.0m (177'2&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2020">Velocity</a>&nbsp;| 54-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta Yachts</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2020 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yachts (Company)">Royal Yachts International<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390375/image/large-902424b41d836aa0192379008f8086a3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390375"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12126" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gray Wolf52.5m (172'3&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2026">Gray Wolf</a>&nbsp;| 52.5-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay Yachts</a>&nbsp;| Launched in 2026 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay Yachts<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353894/image/large-89be8d0620c9a6de7434b9e8affb7d90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353894"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5722" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seven Sins52.0m (170'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2017">Seven Sins</a>&nbsp;| 52-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> | Launched in 2017 | Exhibited by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/343092/image/large-355fdd566f40b298be86dc1ce8bf7b48.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/343092"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1436" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Haven51.0m (167'4&quot;)Feadship1993">Double Haven</a> | 51-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> | Launched in 1993 | Exhibited by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/323598/image/large-7cb050f5853005d996110bb3d4d60767.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/323598"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reverie50.28m (164'12&quot;)Feadship2000">Reverie</a> | 50.28-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> | Launched in 2000 | Exhibited by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a>

Monaco Yacht Show 2026 Yacht List

SuperYacht Times presents a curated list of the most remarkable vessels at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026.

Yachts attending Monaco Yacht Show 2026

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/346" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Metstrade - 2026">Marine Equipment Trade Show (Metstrade)</a> has announced that visitor registration is now open for its 2026 edition. The global leisure marine trade show is set to return to RAI Amsterdam from 17 to 19 November.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398841/image/large-7b3a6d14c1ce5a3907a17dc1e2aa9788.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398841">The exhibition will feature more than 1,700 exhibitors across 13 halls, showcasing the latest products, technologies and services spanning propulsion systems, sustainable materials, smart connectivity and onboard electronics.This year's event introduces a redesigned floorplan, including an expanded Superyacht Zone, a relocated Marina &amp; Yard Zone and a larger Construction Materials Zone, aimed at improving navigation and creating more opportunities for business networking.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398840/image/large-85a401cecafef1b1f792d36d32c66c55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398840">RAI Marine Technology Director Niels Klarenbeek commented: “The 2026 floorplan isn’t just bigger, it’s structured differently to improve visitor experience. By regrouping the Superyacht, Marina &amp; Yard and Construction Materials zones, we’re cutting the distance between visitors and the conversations that matter most to them so they can spend more time in front of new products, new exhibitors and the connections that drive business.”The 2026 content programme will also place greater emphasis on longer-format discussions, with 45-minute sessions followed by dedicated networking opportunities. Highlights include talks on nuclear propulsion for superyachts, practical implementation of environmental regulations and the impact of artificial intelligence on marine marketing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398843/image/large-6dc1f9f52e49eb7c733aae6fb9f13505.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398843">Alongside the exhibition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/346" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Metstrade - 2026">Metstrade</a> week will once again host industry events including The Superyacht Forum, which takes place from 16 to 17 November under the theme Accelerate the Evolution.Registration is free until 1 November 2026, after which an online fee of €90 (excluding VAT) will apply. Early registrants will also receive programme updates, discounted accommodation rates and access to limited early-bird tickets for Metstrain, the show's dedicated Eurostar carriage between London and Amsterdam.

Metstrade 2026 registration open

The Marine Equipment Trade Show (Metstrade) has announced that visitor registration is now open for its 2026 edition.

Registration now open for free Metstrade 2026 tickets 

The third edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> concluded in Kobe, Japan last month with nearly 200 attendees and 34 speakers attending the two-day conference.&nbsp; <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EThtbaZ_yVs?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> Each year, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> brings together industry leaders, yachting clients and key stakeholders with the shared goal of positioning the Asia-Pacific as a leading superyacht market and cruising destination.This year, visitors were able to take part in 14 and a half hours of networking, alongside nearly nine hours of panels and talks, with topics ranging from developing Japan as a superyacht destination, to how superyacht purchasing patterns are evolving in the Asia-Pacific region.Other topics and talks included Q&amp;As about understanding Japanese superyacht clients and Japanese business culture, as well as how Kobe is becoming a regional gateway for superyacht operations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395607/image/large-5fd67c82000e823a5f989810b704e62c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395607">In 2024, plans were announced for the construction of Kobe Marina, a purpose-built superyacht marina intended to support Kobe’s wider waterfront regeneration ambitions. The summit allowed key stakeholders to discuss the development of this project, assessing how it could strengthen the city’s role as a gateway for yachts operating in Japanese waters.“When we found out about Kobe being an opportunity, we just jumped at it!” commented Nigel Beatty, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> Japan. “It’s going to be one of the premier marinas, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, if not, marinas in the world.”&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kobe Marina: Progress update on Japan’s first dedicated superyacht marina (2026-01-22 12:45:00 +0100)">Kobe Marina: Progress update on Japan’s first dedicated superyacht marina</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395606/image/large-ce1759bf15132239c1d25b1d84922f3d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395606">The conference also included the return of the highly-successful <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> Dinner on the first evening. Held at the La Suite Le Pan Building, just five minutes from the venue, more than 146 guests arrived for welcome drinks at the Rooftop Bar before sitting down for a full-course dinner in La Terrace Hall.“It is our third time participating in the summit,” explained Ewa Stachurska, Chief Marketing Officer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific (Company)">Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific</a>. “We consider it absolutely crucial for the growth and evolution of our industry here in the region.”The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> also unveiled the third edition of the <a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report</a>, which was presented during the summit. Using <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> and proprietary yacht-tracking data, the report examines the region’s fleet, cruising patterns and key areas of activity.&nbsp;The report looks at how many superyachts are currently active in Asia-Pacific, where they are based, whether the regional fleet is growing, and which locations are emerging as important hotspots.<a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Download your copy of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report here.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395605/image/large-95d679fad04e6a619e09a04b8783fba3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395605">“I want to say a huge thank you to all our event sponsors, including patron <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7687" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FEMA Marine (Company)">FEMA Marine</a>, event partners <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> and destination partyer Kove, along with Hiroshi Sakamoto and his team at The Inland Sea, Setouchi Tourism Authority,” commented Merijn de Waard, CEO and Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a>.&nbsp;“We’re very grateful for all your support and thank you to all the attendees and panellists for getting behind this year’s event. The response from across the industry has been brilliant, and we’re already looking forward to the next one.”SYT Strategy bespoke consultancyWould you like to increase your footprint in the Asia-Pacific superyacht market but are lacking the right data? The Intelligence team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> performed extensive research specifically for the <a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report 2026</a> and we could do the same for your company too through SYT Strategy. Interested? Get in touch with our Sales team via <a href="mailto:sales@superyachttimes.com" title="">sales@superyachttimes.com</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384822/image/large-01a206f2bdb72f4c331b95cf173db8a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384822">

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit Japan 2026 in 60 seconds

The 35.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Swan</a> 115 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moat35.2m (115'6&quot;)Nautor Swan2016">Moat</a> and the 31.24-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> 96 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12060" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liberty31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2024">Liberty</a> emerged as the overall class winners at the 2026 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2026">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> in Porto Cervo, earning their places on the event's prestigious Silver Jubilee Cup.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395390/image/large-1b9e1e6537c0245b4c595edc22c4e824.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395390">Organised by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a> (YCCS) with title sponsor Giorgio Armani, the regatta welcomed 17 superyachts for four days of racing in the waters off Sardinia. The final day saw competitors tackle a 16.4-nautical-mile course through the La Maddalena channel in north-easterly winds ranging from seven to 12 knots.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2026 (2026-05-26 17:30:00 +0200)">Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2026</a>In the Blue Class, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moat35.2m (115'6&quot;)Nautor Swan2016">Moat</a> secured her third consecutive <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2026">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> title. Owned by Juan Ball and racing with Cole Parada as tactician, the Swan 115 once again proved dominant throughout the series. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> 108 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gelliceaux35.51m (116'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Gelliceaux</a> finished second overall on 14 points, ahead of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Briand Yacht Design (Company)">Briand</a> 108 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Inoui33.4m (109'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2013">Inoui</a> in third. The 39-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tripp Design Naval Architects (Company)">Tripp</a>-designed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cervo39.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">Cervo</a>, competing in the event for the first time, placed fourth.Commenting on the victory, Ball credited the result to the team's continuous efforts to refine the yacht throughout the year and praised the spirit of the regatta and its unique setting in Porto Cervo.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395388/image/large-da55be4e78874035e8aa845a59dc0893.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395388">Meanwhile, in the White Class, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12060" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liberty31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2024">Liberty</a> solidified her lead with another race win on the final day. The Southern Wind 96, racing with Bouwe Bekking on tactics, finished ahead of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nostromo30.1m (98'9&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2009">Nostromo</a> in second and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SØRVIND34.59m (113'6&quot;)Southern Wind2022">Sørvind</a> by Giorgio Armani in third.The yacht's owner, Carlo Pirzio Biroli, described the event as a fantastic week of racing, highlighting the close competition on the water and the race committee's management of the fleet across all four race days.Additional honours were awarded during the event. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Yachts (Company)">Dubois</a> 100 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nostromo30.1m (98'9&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2009">Nostromo</a> claimed victory in the Corinthian Division, ahead of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SØRVIND34.59m (113'6&quot;)Southern Wind2022">Sørvind</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Armani/Casa (Company)">Giorgio Armani</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6569" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic Blue28.64m (93'12&quot;)Southern Wind2010">Magic Blue</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395389/image/large-141d0deb5458162601fb688a8a56fe72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395389">As the highest-placed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12060" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liberty31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2024">Liberty</a> also secured the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> Trophy, reserved for yachts built by the South African shipyard. Fellow <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> models <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gelliceaux35.51m (116'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Gelliceaux</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14514" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalantis35.51m (116'6&quot;)Southern Wind2026">Kalantis</a>, both SW108s, completed the podium.The event also coincided with the 20th <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> Rendezvous, which saw owners and guests enjoy a more relaxed day of sailing along the same course as the regatta fleet.With the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2026">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> now concluded, Porto Cervo shifts its focus to the return of the Range Rover Sardinia Cup. The event will run from 31 May to 7 June, marking its comeback after a 14-year absence from the racing calendar.

Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2026 Winners

The Swan 115 Moat and Southern Wind 96 Liberty emerged as the overall class winners at the 2026 Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta.

Moat and Liberty claim top honours at 2026 Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="World Boating Day - 2026">World Boating Day 2026</a> came to a close last weekend with over 143 events hosted across 28 countries. Organised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Life Foundation (Company)">The Superyacht Life Foundation</a>, the events took place on 23 May, with both physical and virtual activities. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395202/image/large-47bef4d2540bb1080ebc73b366e0d9e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395202">This year saw a global celebration of events, from shipyards and marinas to museums and vibrant waterfront destinations, offering industry leaders, families, students and first-time visitors the opportunity to discover, connect and explore on and around the water.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s “Connecting Excellence” event brought emerging yacht design talent together with the creative and technical teams behind its most iconic projects, while, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> supported Social Boat, an Amsterdam-based initiative, enabling guests with limited financial means to experience a memorable day on the water through hosted canal journeys.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395201/image/large-8bfe1bb3fdcfcde117c16e55d94e478b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395201">In Monaco, the Monaco Cluster brought together leading names including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> MED, La Belle Classe Academy and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Yacht Club de Monaco</a>, for yacht design insights, educational sessions, family activities and celebrations aligned with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Yacht Club de Monaco</a>’s Fête de la Mer.&nbsp;In Spain, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balearic Marine Cluster (Company)">Balearic Marine Cluster</a> hosted a vibrant programme anchored by the Balearic Boating Festival 2026 at Port Adriano, a lively public celebration featuring workshops, gastronomy and interactive activities for all ages.&nbsp;Across Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza, the programme expanded further with guided shipyard visits at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros de Mallorca</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="STP Shipyard Palma (Company)">STP Shipyard Palma</a>, a contemporary art exhibition at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/391" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Club de Mar (Company)">Club de Mar</a> Mallorca, networking events for women in the nautical sector, sailing experiences including the Galaxie voyage and educational initiatives opening their doors to maritime careers.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395203/image/large-11f91aa214a5d621720fdb80ce62f128.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395203">In the United States, the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum partnered with Sail to Shelter to deliver hands-on, creative activities, introducing families and young visitors to boating culture. Meanwhile, at Fort Lauderdale’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pier Sixty-Six Marina (Company)">Pier Sixty-Six Marina</a>, there was a fun and educational celebration focusing on teaching boating basics.As well as this, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Metstrade (Company)">Metstrade</a>, in collaboration with Plastic Whale and The Ocean Conservation Trust, invited exhibitors, visitors and communities worldwide to take part in a collective action for cleaner waters. Meanwhile, E-WERF and Marée Circle opened their shipyard, offering insight into the future of boating. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395200/image/large-f81f16266466a30b5b76761609606da9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395200">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="World Boating Day - 2026">World Boating Day</a> is about opening up the world of boating to anyone with a connection to the water, whether through work, lifestyle or curiosity,” concluded Dilan Sarac, Executive Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Life Foundation (Company)">The Superyacht Life Foundation</a>.“Each year we see more communities, partners and individuals come together, and that shared energy is what drives this movement forward.”Preparations are already underway for World Boating Day 2027, with further expansion expected as new regions and partners join the initiative.(All images courtesy of The Superyacht Life Foundation.)

World Boating Day 2026 concludes

World Boating Day 2026 came to a close last weekend with over 143 events hosted across 28 countries.

World Boating Day 2026 concludes with over 143 events hosted worldwide

Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2026

Taking place from 26 May to 30 May 2026, the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta returns to Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy.

The largest superyachts at Cannes Film Festival 2026

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at some of the yachts currently in the region for the 2026 edition of the Cannes Film Festival 2026 in France. 

The largest superyachts in the region for the Cannes Film Festival 2026

SuperYacht Times is pleased to announced the release of the <a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report 2026</a>, which is now available as a free download. The report was produced for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a>, held in Kobe, Japan, on 7 and 8 May 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391630/image/large-35a5114e3ed8a25c76d38787ba96de16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391630">Now in its third edition, the <a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">report</a> provides a data-led overview of the Asia-Pacific superyacht market, drawing on analysis from the SuperYacht Times Intelligence team, with data supplied by <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a>.Using <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> and proprietary yacht-tracking data, the <a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">report</a> examines the region’s fleet, cruising patterns and key areas of activity. It looks at how many superyachts are currently active in Asia-Pacific, where they are based, whether the regional fleet is growing, and which locations are emerging as important hotspots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/25869/image/large-be0ca6ac405b4c42e4bdcf910c97ce4e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/25869">SYT Strategy bespoke consultancyWould you like to increase your footprint in the Asia-Pacific superyacht market but are lacking the right data? The Intelligence team at SuperYacht Times performed extensive research specifically for the <a href="https://issuu.com/superyachttimes/docs/asia-pacific_superyacht_summit_report_2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report 2026</a> and we could do the same for your company too through <a href="https://www.sytstrategy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT Strategy</a>. Interested? Get in touch with our Sales team via <a href="mailto:sales@superyachttimes.com" title="">sales@superyachttimes.com</a>

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report 2026 available for download

SuperYacht Times is pleased to announced the release of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report 2026, which is now available as a free download.

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The International Federation of Boat Show Organisers (IFBSO) has announced that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival (Company)">Cannes Yachting Festival&nbsp;</a>(CYF) has joined its community as a member. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/371277/image/large-3c855c030bdd1559da307ebdccf75fe3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/371277">Founded in 1964, the IFBSO represents the interests of boat show organisers by fostering international cooperation and promoting excellence in boat show management. As of April 2026, IFBSO represents 41 boat shows across 18 countries.“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival (Company)">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> is one of the great names in our industry, and we’re delighted to welcome them into the IFBSO community,” explained Veda Pretorius, Executive Director of the IFBSO.&nbsp;Through its working groups, annual Congress and the Boat Show Barometer research programme, IFBSO provides members with peer insight and practical tools that they might not be able to develop alone.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349170/image/large-c969f2bac08471636ca21cfbeb04d130.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349170">This year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2026">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> runs from 8 to 13 September and will be the first edition under the leadership of the new Show Director Constance Brément. “Joining IFBSO ahead of the 2026 edition – my first as Show Director of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival (Company)">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> – has special significance,” she explained.&nbsp;“This membership strengthens our international outlook and gives us a valuable opportunity to connect with leading boat show organisers worldwide, share best practices, and continue evolving the Festival for the benefit of our exhibitors, partners and visitors.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/371265/image/large-65eeb855cd18b7b0172495f2695045fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/371265">Organised by global events company RX (Reed Exhibitions), the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival (Company)">Cannes Yachting Festival</a>’s value closely aligns with the work of the IFBSO’s Diversity &amp; Inclusion and Sustainability working groups.Held annually across Vieux Port and Port Canto in Cannes, France, the event serves as a major platform for yacht unveilings, premieres and debuts. “Our congratulations go to Constance Brément, who steps up as Show Director for 2026,” concluded Pretorius. “We wish her a brilliant first edition.”

Cannes Yachting Festival joins IFBSO

The International Federation of Boat Show Organisers (IFBSO) has announced that the Cannes Yachting Festival (CYF) has joined its community. 

Cannes Yachting Festival joins IFBSO ahead of 2026 edition

MEDYs largest yachts attending


SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at the largest yachts set to attend MEDYs 2026.

Largest yachts attending the Mediterranean Yacht Show 2026

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has increased the transit surcharge applied to yachts using the canal, raising it from 14 percent to 26 percent of normal transit dues.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291466/image/large-ee3cbb034446ab3174540d0191674f33.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291466">The revised surcharge came into effect on 15 July 2026 under SCA Periodical 25/2026 and applies to yachts transiting the canal in both northbound and southbound directions. The increase affects vessels classified by the Authority as "special floating units", a category that includes yachts and pleasure craft.While the surcharge has increased, the SCA's underlying transit tariff for yachts remains unchanged, having last been revised in 2024. The total cost of a transit will continue to depend on a yacht's tonnage, meaning the financial impact will vary between vessels.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65528" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="How Gulf tensions are affecting superyacht operations (2026-03-05 13:00:00 +0100)">How Gulf tensions are affecting superyacht operations</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400483/image/large-89587478c15bc83b3f2cd3398218b6b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400483">The Suez Canal is one of the world's most important shipping routes and remains a key passage for superyachts repositioning between the Mediterranean and destinations including the Red Sea, the Arabian Gulf, the Maldives and Southeast Asia. The latest surcharge increase adds to the operational costs associated with long-distance passages through the waterway. The SCA has described the surcharge as temporary and subject to prevailing market conditions.The revised rates come as the Suez Canal continues to operate against a backdrop of reduced commercial traffic in recent years, with many vessels opting to avoid the Red Sea because of regional security concerns.&nbsp;Although some superyachts have continued to use the route, others have chosen alternative passages depending on operational requirements and security assessments.

Suez Canal increases transit surcharge for yachts to 26%

The Suez Canal Authority SCA has increased the transit surcharge applied to yachts using the canal to 26% of normal transit dues.

Luxury has always been central to yacht design, but what defines luxury is changing. Where once the focus centred on expansive entertainment spaces and lavish amenities, today's owners are placing greater value on something less tangible: wellbeing.Across luxury residential and hospitality design, wellness has evolved from a desirable addition to a fundamental design principle. The same shift is now taking place within the superyacht industry, influencing not only the features incorporated on board, but also the way designers think about space, materials and the overall onboard experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399619/image/large-d755755c61405dc5e544229023063dfc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399619">For yacht designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6544" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Carla Guilhem (Company)">Carla Guilhem</a>, whose career spans luxury residences, hospitality projects and yacht interiors, the change has been impossible to ignore."I began noticing the shift several years ago as clients started prioritising quality of life over traditional luxury," she explains. "Conversations moved beyond aesthetics and entertainment spaces towards how environments could support health, recovery, longevity and emotional wellbeing."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399618/image/large-9718d69e0a17b306b32cc2ec33d01cc7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399618">A new definition of luxuryToday's yacht owners are increasingly health-conscious and intentional about how they spend their time. Many lead demanding professional lives, travelling frequently and balancing high-pressure careers, making their yacht one of the few places where they can truly disconnect."They view their yacht as a place to recover and reconnect with family," says Carla. "They expect environments that support better sleep, reduced stress, cleaner air and a stronger connection to nature. Wellness is no longer considered a luxury – it is becoming an expectation."That evolution represents a broader shift in the purpose of a yacht. Rather than serving primarily as a platform for entertaining, owners are increasingly seeking spaces that encourage privacy, reflection and meaningful time with loved ones."A decade ago, many yachts were primarily focused on entertaining," Carla notes. "Today, owners are increasingly seeking privacy, recovery, meaningful family experiences and opportunities to disconnect from constant demands."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399620/image/large-99397646557b8672b3fc877434607f6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399620">Lessons from residential designCarla believes her background in residential interiors has been instrumental in shaping her approach to yacht design. While the technical constraints differ, the underlying objective remains the same: creating spaces that enhance everyday life."Residential design taught me that the most successful spaces are the ones that positively influence daily life," she explains. "The goal is not simply to create beautiful spaces, but spaces that genuinely improve how people live and feel."That philosophy is increasingly reflected in yacht interiors, where many of the design principles first established in luxury homes are finding a place on board. Comfort has become as important as craftsmanship, with natural materials, layered textures, softer forms and flexible family spaces replacing more formal, highly decorative interiors.Owners, Carla believes, no longer want a yacht that resembles a luxury hotel. Instead, they are looking for spaces that capture the comfort and familiarity of home while still delivering an exceptional level of refinement.Her experience across residential, hospitality and marine projects also provides an insight into broader lifestyle trends before they become firmly established within the yacht sector."Wellness, longevity, remote work, multigenerational living and experiential luxury all appeared in residential projects before becoming central topics in yacht design discussions," she says.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399621/image/large-a481cddb12b2f269b900cafcae986470.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399621">Wellness beyond the spaAlthough wellness is often associated with onboard spas, gyms and treatment rooms, Carla believes those features represent only a small part of the conversation."For me, wellness is about creating an environment that supports both physical and emotional wellbeing," she says. "It includes light, acoustics, air quality, materials, ergonomics, privacy and connection to nature."Many of these elements are subtle, but together they shape the way people experience a space. Natural daylight, carefully considered acoustics and materials that create warmth and tactility all contribute to an environment that encourages relaxation without drawing attention to themselves."The most important wellness elements are often invisible," Carla explains. "A space that reduces stress, improves sleep, encourages relaxation and creates a sense of balance can be just as impactful as a spa or fitness centre."Applying these principles aboard a yacht inevitably presents additional challenges, but she believes the design intent should remain consistent. "We carefully consider natural light, circadian rhythms, material selection, airflow, acoustics and visual connection to the sea," she says. "Every design decision should contribute to a sense of comfort and harmony."Technology also has an increasingly important role to play, although Carla argues that its success lies in remaining largely unnoticed. "The most successful innovations are often the least visible. Technology should work quietly in the background, supporting comfort, health and personalisation while allowing the design itself to remain warm, tactile and emotionally engaging."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389934/image/large-7e682c4652bc70a30330635657eaedbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389934">Designing around wellbeingThese ideas ultimately became the foundation for Project WOW, a concept that challenges conventional thinking by placing wellbeing at the centre of every design decision rather than treating it as an additional feature.The project emerged from conversations about the future of luxury and changing owner expectations. Instead of asking which wellness amenities should be incorporated into a yacht, Carla and her team began with a more fundamental question: what would happen if wellbeing became the starting point for the entire design process?<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389939/image/large-547bc95ee64178f331ae3c095a2caac4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389939">The answer extends beyond dedicated wellness facilities to encompass every aspect of the interior, from proportion and lighting to colour, texture and spatial flow. Each element has the potential to influence how people think, feel and behave while on board, creating environments that support emotional comfort as much as physical health.Looking ahead, Carla believes wellness will follow a similar trajectory to sustainability, becoming an expected element of every new project rather than a specialist consideration."The future of luxury is not simply about what a yacht offers," she concludes. "It is about how it makes people feel."As client expectations continue to evolve, it is this breadth of experience across residential, hospitality and yacht design that places Carla in an ideal position to respond to a new era of luxury – one in which wellbeing is becoming as fundamental as craftsmanship, comfort and performance.

Carla Guilhem on yacht wellness

Designer Carla Guilhem on the evolution of wellness in yacht design.

How is wellness reshaping superyacht design?

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> has revealed the first images of its <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Seadeck 9/1125.6m (83'12&quot;)Azimut Yachts2026">new 26-metre Seadeck 9</a>, offering a closer look inside of the flagship that defines the next chapter for the Italian builder's Seadeck Series. The model evolves the range with a reimagined outdoor sanctuary and advanced low-emission engineering, and introduces what the shipyard describes as a new 'Pool Deck' concept.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400436/image/large-78d943f6d041071bba79bf22056c4bae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400436">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini</a>, with interiors penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matteo Thun & Antonio Rodriguez (Company)">Matteo Thun &amp; Antonio Rodriguez</a>, the Seadeck 9 evolves the series' signature Fun Island into a 180-degree Pool Deck, conceived to strengthen the connection between the yacht and the surrounding seascape.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400428/image/large-c57c9848cb2e9ecc2d8c8d8dc74cd338.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400428"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400429/image/large-a8b8be06b9c816e7dfe31fd55b56c426.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400429">Unfolding into tiered terraces, the aft section flows from the swim platform into the main saloon, creating a single living space that extends from the water's edge into the yacht's indoor spaces. Fold-down bulwarks, a flush-deck plunge pool, movable sunbeds and a convertible dining table are available for guests to adapt between waterside leisure, entertaining and dining.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400427/image/large-c24d7f536fd2de4d759e20472c7e8ae4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400427">Stepping inside, the main deck has been conceived as a natural architectural extension of the aft terraces. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and a fully disappearing glass door dissolve the boundary between her saloon and outdoor spaces, letting in plenty of natural light while keeping the ocean views unobstructed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400439/image/large-cff986283de118430d84e2194fbd955d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400439"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matteo Thun & Antonio Rodriguez (Company)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400440/image/large-295d4e2947e8dfb64a209f3adf9ee22f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400440">Matteo Thun &amp; Antonio Rodriguez</a> designed the interiors with a focus on wellbeing and longevity, featuring natural materials and minimalist detailing. In terms of colour palette, owners can choose between light walnut or pale oak colour finishes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400432/image/large-038d2c6577443aa8448c33ed3c8283fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400432">Moving into guest accommodations, the owner's suite on the lower deck is a private retreat inspired by eco-resort living. Here, spa-inspired detailing, integrated washbasins and a writing desk built into the bookcase add functionality to her calm ambience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400411/image/large-e679cbf439acb2136a8b18167d6f77f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400411" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Accommodation is completed by a VIP stateroom and two guest staterooms, while separate crew quarters ensure privacy throughout the guest areas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400425/image/large-d6c68d22ae4fceeee85acf8c8ae7b059.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400425">Beyond her living spaces, the Seadeck 9 hails from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut's</a> Low Emission Yacht family. Her hull, developed in partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2051" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NAMES by Francesco Rogantin (Company)">NAMES</a>, is precisely optimised for peak efficiency at various speeds. Meanwhile, extensive use of carbon fiber, which comprises roughly 40 percent of the yacht’s structure, significantly reduces overall weight.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400408/image/large-af3552b448696b2e4a7cddd585e19857.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400408">With triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS engines compatible with hybrid-electric technology, the Seadeck 9 has reduced fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions by up to 30 percent over an average year of use compared to similar yachts featuring conventional shaft-line propulsion.

First look: Onboard the new 26m Azimut Seadeck 9 yacht model

Azimut has revealed the first images of its new 26-metre Seadeck 9.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> has announced the delivery of the 40.8-metre Benetti Oasis 40M yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Sarah40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti Yachts2026">Lady Sarah</a>. She was sold to her owners by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> Sales Broker Jan-Jaap Minnema in 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400473/image/large-0e8a10be3b9c269ab95f8cedfbb9a255.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400473">After several years of chartering yachts in the Mediterranean, a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> client has transitioned towards ownership. Jan-Jaap guided the search, arranging viewings of multiple yachts during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2024">2024 Cannes Yachting Festival</a>.The decision was ultimately made at the event following discussions with Benetti Middle East Area Manager Nabil El Jammal, where the Owner identified the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti Yachts (Company)">Benetti</a> Oasis 40M as the right platform and subsequently appointed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser’s</a> Project Management team to support the build."This project perfectly demonstrates the strength of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser's</a> integrated approach. What began as a charter relationship evolved into a yacht purchase, followed by a highly personalized project and now crew support and ongoing yacht management,” explained Jan-Jaap.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Sarah40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti Yachts2026">Lady Sarah</a> features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti Yachts (Company)">Benetti</a> and interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bonetti / Kozerski architecture DPC (Company)">Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leonardo Santi Design (Company)">Leonardo Santi</a> curated the interior decoration, all specifically around the owner’s lifestyle and preferences. Her design combines a carefully curated selection of bespoke materials and finishes, including natural marble in place of conventional bathroom surfaces and a distinctive bronze finish that serves as a defining element throughout the yacht. The interior is further enhanced by furnishings from Capital Collection, Minotti, Rugiano and SoftHouse, complemented by bespoke styling from Bergomi Interiors.”Our ambition was to create a yacht that felt entirely bespoke while respecting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti Yachts (Company)">Benetti's</a> production process and delivery schedule,” commented designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leonardo Santi Design (Company)">Leonardo Santi</a>. “Through close collaboration with the Owner, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> and the shipyard, we demonstrated that thoughtful design, complete transparency and careful planning can transform a production yacht into a truly personal home on the water."The Crew Network assisted with crew recruitment, while the yacht joined <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser’s</a> Yacht Management fleet ahead of delivery. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Sarah40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti Yachts2026">Lady Sarah</a> will cruise the Mediterranean and Red Sea before becoming available for charter through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> from the summer 2027 season following her first private Mediterranean season.“By bringing together the right people, from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti Yachts (Company)">Benetti</a> to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leonardo Santi Design (Company)">Leonardo Santi</a>, we were able to deliver a yacht that feels entirely bespoke while benefiting from the reliability and efficiency of a proven production platform," concluded Jan-Jaap.

Benetti Oasis yacht Lady Sarah delivered

Fraser has announced the delivery of the 40.8-metre Benetti Oasis 40M yacht Lady Sarah.

41m Benetti Oasis yacht Lady Sarah delivered

What began as a four-month mission to complete the interior of a 78-metre custom yacht has evolved into a major interior manufacturing operation. Founded in 2020 by long-time industry colleagues Roger Myers and Cyril Bieri,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7319" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Interiors (Company)">Superyacht Interiors Dubai</a>&nbsp;has grown from a team of 172 craftsmen into a workforce of more than 350 specialists, delivering complex yacht interiors, bespoke furniture packages and high-end residential projects from facilities in Dubai and Oman. We spoke with Roger about the systems, facilities and strategies that underpin their approach.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400470/image/large-4ceb08833994d9b729841ee78f6e196b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400470">What has been the most significant change in the business since completing your first yacht project?The biggest transformation has been in our engineering and manufacturing capabilities. In the beginning, our focus was on assembling the right team and delivering the interior of the 78-metre yacht to the standards expected by European shipyards and designers. Since then, we have invested heavily in engineering, production systems and machinery. What started as a project-driven operation has evolved into a fully integrated manufacturing business with dedicated engineering departments, advanced CNC machining capabilities, specialised finishing facilities and robust quality control systems. Our objective has always been to combine traditional yacht craftsmanship with modern manufacturing processes while maintaining the standards expected within the superyacht sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400467/image/large-60153eb48725bce03601f1af50379f27.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400467">How has your production capacity evolved as the company has grown?When we launched, we had 172 employees. Today, our core workforce sits at around 350 specialists, although we have demonstrated the ability to scale significantly when projects require it. During peak production on an ongoing Northern European project, we expanded to almost 500 personnel to support areas such as finishing, veneer preparation and painting. At standard production levels, we’re able to deliver approximately 1,200-square-metres of luxury yacht interiors annually. With extended shifts and overtime, that capacity increases to around 1,500-square-metres.One of the key lessons we've learned is that capacity is not simply about workforce numbers. It’s about understanding production bottlenecks and investing in the areas that create the greatest efficiencies. Paint, veneer processing and machining all involve curing or drying periods, so extending operations through additional shifts allows us to maximise utilisation of those assets.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400468/image/large-bbfff37808bf54abf0581945a33727ca.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400468">You have recently invested significantly in engineering and digital manufacturing. What is driving that strategy?Efficiency is a major focus for us as we look towards the future. Over the past year, we have invested heavily in CAD+T engineering software alongside ERP and SAP systems that allow us to track materials and components throughout the production process. Traditionally, yacht interiors have relied heavily on 2D engineering. We’re now transitioning towards fully integrated 3D workflows. The advantage is that the engineering model automatically generates bills of materials, cut lists and manufacturing information, which can then be transferred directly to our production machinery. Alongside the software investment, we have recruited highly experienced specialists from leading European yacht interior companies to support the implementation. Our goal is for the majority of our engineering output to be delivered through these integrated digital systems over the next 12 months.What investments have you made on the manufacturing side?We’ve invested approximately €2 million in machinery and equipment, with a long-term investment plan of around €4 million over the next five years. This includes new 5-axis and 4-axis CNC machining centres, upgraded spray-line systems and additional finishing capabilities. We have also expanded our paint operations significantly, with two large spray facilities now fully operational and a third currently being introduced. These investments are already generating substantial gains in efficiency, production quality and programme reliability. At the same time, we continue to invest in people. Technology is important, but it still relies on skilled craftsmen, engineers and project managers to deliver the final result.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400471/image/large-0fb460c7fc1ccd3662c37cb698e733d6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400471">How does the new Oman facility fit into your manufacturing strategy?Capacity was certainly one factor, but the facility is really about manufacturing optimisation. The Oman facility has been established as a dedicated machining centre and houses much of our newest CNC equipment, focusing on high-volume cutting and machining operations. By relocating these activities, we can maintain a cleaner, quieter and more controlled production environment in Dubai, which is where clients visit for factory acceptance tests, mock-ups and project reviews. Machining generates dust, noise and material movement. Separating those activities allows us to improve workflow efficiency while creating a better environment for assembly, finishing and client interaction.&nbsp;How important is vertical integration to your business model?It’s fundamental. One of the reasons we remain competitive internationally is because we undertake a significant amount of work in-house. We have dedicated engineering, joinery, upholstery, finishing and metalworking capabilities operating within the same organisation. That allows us to maintain control over programme schedules, quality standards and costs. It also improves communication between departments and reduces reliance on external suppliers. For yacht projects, where tolerances are extremely tight and schedules are often compressed, that level of integration is a major advantage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400469/image/large-d88220b7d5cbb05fa65d2796fe97e3df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400469">Looking ahead, what will define the next stage of growth for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7319" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Interiors (Company)">Superyacht Interiors Dubai</a>?Growth remains important, but craftsmanship remains at the centre of everything we do. Technology improves efficiency and accuracy, but ultimately every yacht interior is still built by skilled craftsmen. Our objective is to combine those traditional skills with modern engineering and manufacturing systems, creating an environment where designers, shipyards and owners can realise increasingly ambitious projects. That balance between craftsmanship, innovation and collaboration is what will continue to define <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7319" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Interiors (Company)">Superyacht Interiors Dubai</a> in the years ahead.

Superyacht Interiors Dubai CEO Interview

SuperYacht Times interviews Superyacht Interiors CEO

CEO in Conversation: Roger Myers on scaling Superyacht Interiors Dubai

Launched in October 2025, the 72-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> 74Steel superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> is the first flagship hull in the series. The steel-hulled motor yacht is positioned at the top of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>’s range and is designed to prioritise volume, outdoor living and onboard comfort across all guest areas. SuperYacht Times takes a closer look onboard to find out more. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399685/image/large-b51da549db5d745f4ae0d34f9c8a5274.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399685">Each hull in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> 74Steel series features a different level of customisation, including varied interiors, layouts and bow configurations, while retaining the proven technical platform.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399709/image/large-779578fa60e88ae85c597f77d187eef0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399709"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with the interiors of the first hull created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a> in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6365" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Margherita Casprini (Company)">Margherita Casprini</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399711/image/large-1d447f9d2c202e09d53eb17918e1baad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399711">The 74Steel yacht has been developed on a pre-engineered technical platform and is offered with either diesel-electric or conventional propulsion. This arrangement enables more flexible interior layouts, particularly in the beach club and spa areas, which reach close to 290 square-metres when the transom and side platforms are deployed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399712/image/large-3826af38bd3e1c8635a450d1ddd18829.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399712">“From a brand perspective, this is a pivotal moment for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>”, explained Massimo Perotti, Chairman and CEO of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> Group during her launch in October 2025.&nbsp;“This is our most ambitious project and it marks a new pinnacle in our steel range. The 74Steel is more than just our largest yacht; it’s a statement of our values, representing elegance, restraint and the purity of living life at sea, the core values of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>.”Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64382" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo launches flagship 74Steel yacht (2025-10-06 11:00:00 +0200)">Sanlorenzo launches flagship 74Steel yacht</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399713/image/large-8d91a979fd824faceb400fc5e69388d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399713"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> is characterised by sinuous forms and a vertical bow giving the yacht a distinctive profile. Moving inside, her interiors are modern and refined, with curved furniture, sculpted forms and matte wood finishes, complemented by varied marbles across her ensuite bathrooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399707/image/large-7bc2030054f257bc745f1aea668abb27.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399707">The layout of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> has been conceived to allow seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the day. Her main saloon combines a relaxed lounge and cinema area with a separate dining space that seats up to 14 guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399705/image/large-9902a1a97fe2002fce24810874b181cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399705">Spanning 130 square-metres, the space includes sliding glass doors on both sides, opening the space to sea views and a gentle breeze. Aft, a spectacular glass-bottomed pool bathes the beach club below with natural light, creating a calm connection to the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399694/image/large-767cbc8f5635eed27df952aa7bdee315.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399694"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399702/image/large-bfd5402543fed2a4d672b0b348afb721.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399702"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> boasts an eight stateroom configuration for up to 12 guests. She offers a 300-square-metre private owner’s deck, with a forward-facing suite, private terrace, two bathrooms and a secluded aft dining area. Her five remaining guest staterooms are located on the main deck and include a full-beam VIP suite with a private lounge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399710/image/large-e7859a34915a2381cd88aac4caf67128.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399710">Sliding panels allow the VIP’s saloon to be closed off from the sleeping area, creating an intimate retreat that feels like a private apartment. A central corridor connects each stateroom directly to the main saloon, where guests can gather in a relaxed lounge setting or enjoy an evening cinema experience with a large-format screen and bespoke seating.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399637/image/large-f28523ffcdc6ee09803ec5187f2dcccb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399637"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399703/image/large-56ed3c7a86d4c4bfeb460f3ebac7c4b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399703">The lower deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> houses a professional galley with a spacious crew dinette opposite. In the forward section are 11 crew cabins, while a twelfth cabin can double as a hospital berth if required. Two dedicated crew staircases also connect the lower deck to the bridge deck, ensuring smooth, efficient and discreet service throughout the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399717/image/large-654d056c3db250ea099285e088759b96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399717">Her sundeck includes alfresco dining options, complemented by panoramic views. The forward seating area, with a firepit and a second hot tub surrounded by sun pads, provides a dramatic yet intimate setting for evenings at sea, while a transparent glass windbreak beneath the hardtop ensures comfort even when the breeze rises.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399646/image/large-814c331d6bfe9fbeae2335083860a971.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399646"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399698/image/large-d55416f4cd9c4de771bb32a8aa9c2f63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399698"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399697/image/large-eb72fbe57ede902ac2a6367c29ded5f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399697">The beach club of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> is equipped with a gym with a fold-down terrace, massage suite, sauna, hammam, cold plunge pool, hair salon and a family room for younger guests. When opened to the water, this entire area transforms into a generous waterfront retreat, close to 290 square-metres, with walkaround access.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399644/image/large-fd64a0ebd4774e93343baadbcf120026.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399644">There is also a sports court with flood lights on the bow, so guests can play pickleball, basketball and football at their leisure. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> also carries multiple personal watercraft, Seabobs and Fliteboards, alongside three tenders. These include a 10-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascoe International (Company)">Pascoe</a> limousine tender, a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascoe International (Company)">Pascoe</a> beach lander RIB and a dedicated ski boat.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399693/image/large-2ab5811882b72906bf7aa4c8da71cde0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399693">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Fox72.0m (236'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2026">Silver Fox</a> is equipped with a diesel-electric system developed with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1981" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Siemens Energy (Company)">Siemens Energy</a>, relying on six variable-speed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a>–Mase generators driving twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1131" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Schottel GmbH (Company)">Schottel</a> E-Pods, supported by a 1.5 MWh battery bank.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399686/image/large-5f239ca873449a6f76b2a1fc3c0aa55f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399686">

Onboard the Sanlorenzo 74Steel superyacht Silver Fox

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look onboard the Sanlorenzo 74Steel superyacht Silver Fox to find out more.

Silver Fox: First look onboard the flagship Sanlorenzo 74Steel superyacht

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400466/image/large-34e8c5e2c5c5e844965e2831994c8232.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400466">Seen cruising through the Kiel Canal was the 37-metre converted motor sailer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassiopeia37.0m (121'5&quot;)Torre del Greco1946">Cassiopeia</a>.Originally built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/818" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Torre del Greco (Company)">Torre del Greco</a> in 1946, the vessel was constructed for commercial service during the Second World War. She was then transformed into a private yacht in the 1960s under ownership linked to the Agnelli family of Fiat.Built with a triple-planked iroko and mahogany hull on oak frames, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassiopeia37.0m (121'5&quot;)Torre del Greco1946">Cassiopeia</a> measures 172 GT and accommodates up to seven guests across four staterooms. Her classic sailing profile is complemented by inviting outdoor spaces, including an alfresco dining area positioned beneath her distinctive rigging arrangement, alongside generous lounge areas designed for relaxed cruising.The motor sailer yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1451" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gardner (Company)">Gardner</a> engines, giving her a cruising speed of nine knots and a top speed of 10 knots.

sailing yacht Cassiopeia in Kiel Canal

Seen cruising through the Kiel Canal was the 37-metre converted motor sailer yacht Cassiopeia.

37m classic sailing yacht Cassiopeia cruising in Kiel Canal

The 33.91-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3920" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Final Cut33.91m (111'3&quot;)Sunseeker2011">Final Cut</a> sold in a deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix Yacht Management (Company)">Phoenix Yacht Management</a> introducing the buyer and Cem Kuşkonmaz of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4569" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautique Yachting (Company)">Nautique Yachting</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/387155/image/large-60c3de5f5b0522e9e6fa4ae304bf61b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/387155">Delivered in 2011 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> 34M series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3920" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Final Cut33.91m (111'3&quot;)Sunseeker2011">Final Cut</a> has been designed in-full by her British builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a>, which were responsible for her interior and exterior design, as well as her naval architecture.&nbsp;Spanning 225 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3920" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Final Cut33.91m (111'3&quot;)Sunseeker2011">Final Cut</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests across a five stateroom configuration, with her master suite situated forward on the main deck, alongside two doubles and two twins on the lower deck.&nbsp;In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3920" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Final Cut33.91m (111'3&quot;)Sunseeker2011">Final Cut</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 18 knots and a top speed of 25 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3920" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Final Cut33.91m (111'3&quot;)Sunseeker2011">Final Cut</a> had a last known asking price of €3,900,000.&nbsp;

Final Cut: 34m Sunseeker yacht sold

The 33.91-metre Sunseeker motor yacht Final Cut sold with a last known asking price of €3,900,000.

34m Sunseeker motor yacht Final Cut sold

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> has announced the appointment of Myriam Cutolo as Executive Vice President. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400424/image/large-bb28a90401bc22ca0d567563f4dbb08e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400424">In her new role, Myriam Cutolo will coordinate the company’s administration, finance, organisation and business development activities, working in synergy with the management team and the heads of the various operational areas.Myriam brings with her extensive knowledge of the company, where she has developed her understanding of the organisation, its people and the processes in which it operates. An Olympic sailor and manager, her skills have been honed to complement the experience and skills of the team. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400419/image/large-786015d14f715d880541f2641a598533.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400419">Founded in 1995 by Sergio Cutolo and Silvia Himsolt, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> has evolved from an engineering company into a leading yacht design firm. The company has grown over the years, with the arrival of Nicola Camuffo as Chief Technical Officer (CTO) and Michele Lauriero as Chief Operating Officer (COO) in 2025.“Over more than thirty years, Sergio Cutolo built far more than a design studio: he built a culture, a vision and a wealth of expertise that today belong to all of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>,” explained Myriam Cutolo.“My goal is not to replace my father, because a figure like his cannot be replaced, and there would be no point in trying. My role is to help ensure that what he built continues to grow and generate value through the people who lead and develop the company every day.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/400421/image/large-e9c1b1f865b39b50291c37cd6dc865fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/400421">Speaking of his daughter’s transition into the role of Executive Vice President, President &amp; Founder Sergio Cutolo said: “Seeing Myriam take on this role is a source of great satisfaction for me, not only as founder but also as a father.”“What we are building together is an organisation capable of evolving while maintaining the same quality, reliability and passion that have guided us from the very beginning. That is the most important guarantee we can offer for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>’s future.”

Hydro Tec appoints Myriam Cutolo as Executive Vice President

Hydro Tec has announced the appointment of Myriam Cutolo as Executive Vice President. 

Japan

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit

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Following successful editions in Hong Kong, we are proud to announce that the third edition of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit will take place in Kobe, Japan, on 7 and 8 May 2026.Now firmly established as an annual gathering, the APSS brings together industry leaders, yachting clients, and key stakeholders with the shared goal of positioning the Asia-Pacific as a leading superyacht market and cruising destination.What to expect:• Thought-provoking keynote sessions and expert panel discussions• Insights into the most pressing challenges and opportunities across the region• Exclusive access to the latest market intelligence and emerging trends• High-level networking with influential yachting professionals

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