The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legendary Marina Resort (Company)">Legendary Marina Resort</a> at Blue Water Cay and the Government of the Bahamas came together in May 2023 to sign a Heads of Agreement for the development of a multi-million dollar marina project on the picturesque Blue Water Cay in New Providence Island.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273907/image/large-560fd8231a2eba8095c1cd7a89507c30.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273907">The planned marina at Blue Water Cay is set to offer a comprehensive range of amenities, including a 120-slip wet dock capable of accommodating yachts up to 60-metres. Notably, it will also introduce the first-ever dry storage boat racks in Nassau, providing convenient storage solutions for a variety of vessels. The Category 5 hurricane rated covered drystack will provide over 700 spaces for boats up to 17-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273906/image/large-e0c01f1ac09f99aecc1ef83e7ececc40.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273906">Developed by renowned property experts, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legendary Marina Resort (Company)">Legendary Marina</a>, who have garnered a reputation for their expertise in Destin, Florida, and the northern Gulf of Mexico region; the marina aims to provide an unparalleled experience for visitors. Alongside its state-of-the-art facilities, the marina will offer luxurious overnight accommodations in a selection of condo units, oceanfront villas, and a hotel, ensuring guests can indulge in ultimate comfort and relaxation during their stay.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57810" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PORT 32 unveils new state-of-the-art Fort Lauderdale Marina (2023-06-09 14:15:00 +0200)">PORT 32 unveils new state-of-the-art Fort Lauderdale Marina</a>

 Legendary Marina Resort at Blue Water Cay in The Bahamas to develop a multi-million-dollar marina

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Legendary Marina Resort and the Bahamas Government signed an agreement for a multi-million dollar marina project at Blue Water Cay

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> has announced that the inner marina, Marina City, is now complete as part of their phased transformation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397349/image/large-033282147cabe8f5a2ddb1d15d41bc62.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397349">Led by the IPM-IMG Group and Ocibar, the project aims to revitalise the three marinas that previously hosted the 2007 America's Cup, while introducing a cutting-edge refit yard, a state-of-the-art dry dock and modern commercial spaces.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled (2025-02-14 12:45:00 +0100)">First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397347/image/large-02f98e636005af30408a0493b3b9cb49.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397347">The Marina City is now ready to welcome its first customers for the summer season with a full range of premium services. Positioned in the most sheltered area of the port, it has been designed to welcome yachts between 12 and 130 metres and boasts an exclusive central pontoon with berths from 15 metres available for sale or rent for ten, fifteen or twenty years.Construction will soon begin at Marina Norte on a collection of new office buildings designed to attract leading companies and create a hub for networking, innovation and talent. Local residents will also be able to benefit from a restaurant that will open in the former Panorama building.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397346/image/large-ad9d771b5b626cd1085ee90660cd52f1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397346">The redevelopment of the marina will be completed in planned phases over the coming years, with local residents able to experience the marina’s new public spaces as each stage is completed.With landscaping designed by GM Paisajistas, in coordination with the architects at ERRE Arquitectura, the plan links Marina Norte, Marina City and Marina Sur through a landscaped ‘green corridor’, creating a continuous route for pedestrians and cyclists lined by Mediterranean vegetation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397348/image/large-4ff447ed4895040fef35c2236798337f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397348">With this project, Marina Port Valencia will reconnect the city with the waterfront,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a>. "In doing so, it responds to local leisure needs while providing businesses with an unrivalled waterfront environment, establishing Marina Port Valencia as a leading national and international destination built on the principles of sustainability."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348287/image/large-0f4e8368c10bd6b34945367d123348e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348287">

Marina Port Valencia completes Marina City development

Marina Port Valencia has announced that the inner marina, Marina City, is now complete as part of their phased transformation.

Marina Port Valencia completes inner marina for yachts up to 130m

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> has completed an €8.5 million redevelopment of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina</a> in Corfu, Greece. According to the company, this will significantly expand its capacity while introducing advanced digital infrastructure and sustainability measures aimed at elevating the overall yachting experience in the Eastern Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395689/image/large-38e449166c2a07114a44956609a710fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395689">Strategically located between the Adriatic and Mediterranean seas, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina</a> is the largest marina in Corfu. The upgrade adds 104 new berths for yachts up to 50 metres, alongside expanded onshore storage, improved accessibility and upgraded visitor facilities. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> added that the redevelopment is part of its long-term strategy to enhance operational capacity, while strengthening the marina’s position as a gateway for Mediterranean cruising.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> Greece Regional Director Ioannis Koutsodontis said: “The upgrade of Gouvia Marina goes far beyond infrastructure. It is a complete transformation that combines construction excellence, technological innovation and sustainability, while creating a premium destination that is open, vibrant and closely connected to the local community of Corfu.”A major component of the project is its digital transformation. Smart Pedestals have been installed at every berth, allowing remote monitoring and management of electricity and water consumption through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin’s</a> mobile application. The marina’s digital infrastructure has also been fully upgraded, with enhanced Wi-Fi coverage across all areas to ensure seamless connectivity for visitors and crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395692/image/large-305427b9f29343bcc3d15c050094d5c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395692">Sustainability and ESG principles have been embedded throughout the redevelopment. The marina now features high-pressure water filtration systems, low-energy LED lighting, electric vehicle charging stations, enhanced fire detection systems and improved accessibility, alongside extensive green landscaping designed to integrate the site more closely with the surrounding community.A key milestone of the project is the installation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina’s</a> first on-site solar power system and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin’s</a> first in Greece. The 100 kilowatt-peak photovoltaic installation is expected to generate around 167 megawatt-hour of clean energy annually, covering approximately 20 per cent of the marina’s electricity needs.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> Greece Head of Sustainability and Health and Safety Korina Kostakaki commented: “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina’s</a> new solar installation reflects <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin’s</a> continued progress on its decarbonisation pathway and marks our first Greek marina to generate renewable energy on site. The project complements the five megawatts of solar capacity already deployed across our marinas in Turkey, Croatia and Italy, supporting our SBTi commitment and our ambition to reduce emissions by 42 per cent by 2030.”The redevelopment was supported through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan ‘Greece 2.0’, funded by the European Union – NextGenerationEU. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> concluded that the project represents a wider contribution to the modernisation of Greece’s nautical tourism sector, supporting sustainable investment and long-term competitiveness.Photos provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>.

D-Marin Gouvia Marina upgrade

D-Marin has completed an €8.5 million redevelopment of Gouvia Marina in Corfu, Greece. 


D-Marin completes €8.5 million Gouvia Marina upgrade in Corfu

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a> Barcelona has announced that it has been granted a permit enabling non-EU flagged yachts with non-EU owners to operate under Inward Processing Relief (IPR) within the marina.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395018/image/large-d9b637826100471db2bf7f2093ec2520.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395018">Inward Processing Relief (IPR) is a special customs procedure that allows non-EU flagged yachts to temporarily import into Spain for works, refits, or the installation of spare parts without paying VAT (21%) or customs duties.Yachts can open an IPR while staying at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a> before moving to a shipyard for works, or continue operating under the regime after leaving the shipyard and relocating back to Marina Vela.This new permit provides owners, captains and managers with significant financial and operational advantages when undertaking technical projects, maintenance, or upgrades in Barcelona.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395019/image/large-e5f69688aac3eb3747e6845d50cb0a43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395019">“This is an important development for yachts looking to winter at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a>,” explained the marina. “Barcelona and the surrounding region are already firmly established as leading hubs for refit and repair, and this new permit is a significant step in further enhancing the advantages and flexibility available to yachts choosing to spend the winter with us while undertaking technical works.”With advance planning and the appropriate customs arrangements in place through yacht agents, the IPR process can be established ahead of a yacht’s arrival, helping ensure refit works, technical projects, spare parts and associated services are structured efficiently from the outset.&nbsp;Part of the Azulona Marinas portfolio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a> offers berthing for yachts from 12 metres to 90 metres. Close to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> and just 10 minutes from the city centre, Marina Vela is a well-connected base for summer charters, winter stays and technical works.(Images courtesy of Marina Vela.)

Marina Vela Barcelona granted permit for non-EU yachts to operate under IPR

Marina Vela has been granted a permit enabling non-EU flagged yachts with non-EU owners to operate under Inward Processing Relief within the marina.

An international consortium, Team Perry’s, has been selected as the successful bidder in the City of Yokosuka’s tender for the development and management of the new Uraga Marina, located south of Tokyo.Led by the Japanese firm Index Consulting, the consortium includes Spanish company Ocean Capital Partners (OCP), alongside Daiwa Lease, SMFL, Keikyu Railway and Etortech Consulting, bringing together expertise across development, financing, infrastructure and operations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389819/image/large-fc57859063702ca7a7d76c592d4d9d41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389819">The award was formalised through a tripartite agreement between Team Perry’s, the City of Yokosuka and Sumitomo Heavy Industries. With an operating period of up to 50 years, the project is expected to rank among the more significant recreational marina developments in Japan.Following the signing of the agreement on 30 March 2026, the project will now move into the executive design and operational planning phase, with the consortium working alongside Japanese authorities on its development.The master plan for Uraga Marina has been designed by architect Kengo Kuma. The project is intended to deliver a high-end marina facility that integrates architectural design with its surrounding environment and maritime use, while also supporting the development of superyacht infrastructure in Japan.Within the consortium, Ocean Infrastructures Management, the consulting subsidiary of Ocean Capital Partners, will be responsible for operational planning and the overall management of the marina.Commenting on the development, José Luis Almazán, CEO of Ocean Capital Partners, said the project reflects the consortium’s ability to combine international and local expertise while adapting to Japan’s regulatory and business environment.Located on the Miura Peninsula, Uraga benefits from proximity to central Tokyo and established coastal infrastructure. The area is known for its sheltered waters and natural depth, characteristics that support its potential for accommodating larger vessels.The development also builds on Uraga’s historical role as a maritime hub. In the early 17th century, the port formed part of trade routes linking Spain with Acapulco and Manila. The current project represents a continuation of that maritime legacy, positioning the area for future development within Japan’s evolving marina sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386528/image/large-ac18974277bb47126ecdd41da712a4c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386528">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026Following two successful editions in Hong Kong, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will move to Japan in 2026. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">event</a> will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May in Kobe, hosted at Hotel La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.As Japan continues to open its market to international superyacht traffic and expand its marina and service infrastructure, 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">summit</a> will examine how the country is positioning itself within the wider Asia-Pacific yachting landscape. Discussions will also address broader regulatory, operational and investment trends shaping the region.The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> serves as a dedicated forum for analysing market developments and facilitating dialogue among leading stakeholders from across the superyacht industry.Read: <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-topics-announced" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026 expands programme with new speakers</a>Tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-tickets-1979724982716?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank">here</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384775/image/large-9c64e60cb03a552b4c6aa7e45969699b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384775">

Team Perry’s Consortium awarded Uraga Marina superyacht project in Japan

An international consortium to develop and manage new Uraga Marina, located south of Tokyo.

Ocean Capital Partners awarded Uraga Marina superyacht project in Japan

Marina Port Andratx has joined the portfolio of IPM Group,which includes marinas and refit yards across the Balearics and mainland Spain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386771/image/large-8829c75177dc583fe9cc876c525aed75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386771">Located in the harbour of Andratx in Mallorca, Spain, Marina Port Andratx features 547 berths for yachts up to 30 metres. This partnership includes the official adoption of the name Marina Port Andratx, with a new logo and corporate identity unveiled.“Marina Port Andratx is a port with a clearly defined identity and a strong connection to its surroundings,” explained José María Campuzano, CEO of IPM Group. “Our commitment is to build on that essence while bringing our expertise in marina management with a focus on continuity and respect.”IPM Group will retain the current team that has led the marina to date, with the Group enhancing the management structure to create internal synergies and to ensure a smooth and careful transition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386770/image/large-c47e40390143ab7bf10dbd04d9ff3987.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386770">“We are joining Marina Port Andratx with the utmost respect for the work carried out to date and with a clear intention to build on this,” added Patrick Reynés, CEO of IPM Group. “Byworking together, we are confident that we’ll further refine day-to-day operations and continue to elevate service quality with a forward-looking and optimistic outlook.”With this new addition, IPM Group has expanded its presence in the Balearic Islands, where it already manages Marina Port de Mallorca, STP Shipyard Palma, Marina Ibiza, Marina Port Ibiza, Varadero Ibiza and Marina Port Mahón, along with its facilities in the Valencia region such as Marina Port Valencia, Varadero Valencia and Monzó Yacht Painting

Marina Port Andratx joins IPM Group portfolio

Marina Port Andratx has joined the portfolio of IPM Group,which includes marinas and refit yards across the Balearics and mainland Spain.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> has been named as the host venue for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a>’s Valencia event in the years ahead. The confirmation sees Valencia join a select group of global host cities for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a>, a championship known for its high-speed, technology-driven racing format and strong international following. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348287/image/large-89d93deb8470c748634af5ed7a927a90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348287"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a>’s arrival is expected to bring a significant influx of international teams, industry professionals and media, reinforcing Valencia’s reputation as a leading sailing destination. The event is also anticipated to generate wider economic and tourism benefits for the city, while strengthening its long-standing connection to the sea.The selection of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> reflects the marina’s ongoing redevelopment and modernisation programme, which aims to position the waterfront as a world-class venue capable of hosting major international events.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled (2025-02-14 12:45:00 +0100)">First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247301/image/large-beea6c531e5f4b8a2b7ffdbd60674df3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247301">The project combines upgraded infrastructure with a strategic location and a stated commitment to public engagement, innovation and sustainability within the wider yachting industry.The event is set to build on Valencia’s established sailing heritage, adding <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a> to a growing list of elite competitions staged along its coastline.

SailGP names Marina Port Valencia as future race venue

Marina Port Valencia has been named as the host venue for SailGP’s Valencia event in the years ahead. 

In 2024, plans were announced for Kobe Marina, a purpose-built superyacht marina intended to support Kobe’s wider waterfront regeneration ambitions. The project is being developed by The Superyacht Base consortium and backed by seven principal investors: GLION Group, Creation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">SYL Monaco</a>, Plan Do See, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a>, Setouchi Brand Corporation, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">SYL Japan</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341862/image/large-0b9d79b72df17e306187ef1180a27d18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341862">The marina’s layout is designed to accommodate a range of yacht sizes, with dedicated berths for vessels between 20 and 35-metres, additional space planned for yachts in the 40 to 55-metre segment, and larger yachts able to berth at the quayside. The inside basin configuration allows vessels of up to 100 to 110-metres to lie alongside, while stern-to berthing is available for yachts of up to 80-metres. Outside the basin the marina allows the berthing of any size yacht with a 360-metre long quay.SuperYacht Times spoke with investment consortium member Nigel Beatty of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">SYL Monaco</a>, one of the principal investors, to understand how the development has progressed since his presentation on Kobe Marina and Japan’s cruising grounds at last year’s Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit in Hong Kong.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383497/image/large-1c4706f98362a209b62507d9b1adeb55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383497">Progress since the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025Since securing the bid ahead of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2025 - 2nd Edition">summit</a>, the consortium has focused on design development and coordination with local stakeholders. Beatty said the process has involved extensive work with architects, Kobe City and the Port Authority to meet local requirements. “We’ve been working through the meetings and costing, what we need, how we need to build it, and whether Kobe City is happy with the design and aesthetics, including who will make and install everything; and ensuring the government is satisfied with the amount of green areas that we must include.”Beatty outlined that the development is progressing across two parallel streams: “You can break it into two parts: the quayside building infrastructure part and the marina part, which is pretty much ready to start work. We’ve got pilings ordered, with installation expected to begin around June 2026. The breakwater is already complete, and shore power, electrics and floating docks are planned to follow later in the year.”He also highlighted that the site already benefits from existing commercial dock infrastructure, and concrete quayside, with the 160-metre breakwater seawall finished in 2025, providing immediate alongside or stern to berthing capability as the dedicated marina works progress. “While we are happy for yachts to already berth on site, shore power and floating dock infrastructure are not yet in place.”&nbsp;Installation work is being handled by Japanese contractors, with local companies Kusakabe Construction Company and Kyoei Public Works Company involved in the piling works given their experience in coastal infrastructure. Tequanauts are constructing the floating docks and shore power pedestals. Beatty added that the contractor for the marina building, which is expected to include restaurants and shops, has yet to be selected; the designs, however, are all being handled by Tomohiro Hata Architect &amp; Associates.Recent progress has focused on finalising technical specifications, cost planning and supplier selection, alongside city-level review of design and aesthetic requirements, in line with Japan’s typically consultative approach to development.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383468/image/large-2b1981d49f0e55f8c80833e79a54aa14.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383468">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A new chapter for Asia: Japan’s rise as a cruising destination (2026-01-09 16:15:00 +0100)">A new chapter for Asia: Japan’s rise as a cruising destination</a> Implications for Kobe and Japan as a yachting destinationKobe Marina is intended to strengthen Japan’s appeal as a cruising destination by providing a dedicated base for visiting large yachts in a market where purpose-built infrastructure has historically been limited. Beatty highlighted the marina’s city-centre location as a key advantage, noting that “everything’s a walking distance”, with “five minutes’ walk and you run into shops and boutiques and restaurants.”He added that downtown Kobe already offers a range of very high-end retail and hospitality within close proximity of the waterfront. While the consortium expects some retail and food and beverage outlets to form part of the marina’s future offering, Beatty suggested it would remain selective: “We’re only going to have a few shops in the marina, although we will have one very nice restaurant to be developed by Plan-Do-See (one of the consortium members) and some other café style coffee shops, wine bars and more.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383465/image/large-3a473d24be1a565e6407c5313fcc5cdd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383465">However, Beatty acknowledged that destination readiness extends beyond berthing alone. While maintenance support is available nearby, including a yacht-focused facility in Himeji, around 55-kilometres from Kobe, that can accommodate vessels of up to around 35-metres, he noted that “the yards in Japan, unless you bring people in from outside, are not geared up for a full refit as we would understand it in Europe or the US.” Beatty suggested that this limitation does not necessarily affect cruising activity, as routine maintenance work can still be carried out locally, including bottom painting, five-year surveys, HVAC and refrigeration servicing, electrical works and metal fabrication. He added that dry dock capacity is available for a range of yacht sizes, although these facilities are often busy, making advance planning important.Beyond the immediate waterfront, Beatty argued that the development could support efforts to reposition Japan as a cruising destination for international yachts. “The cruising potential in Japan is incredible,” he said, pointing to the diversity of cruising areas and the scale of the coastline as factors that could encourage repeat visitation. He also highlighted Kobe’s accessibility, describing it as close to the geographical centre of Japan and supported by major transport links, including three airports and high-speed rail connections.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383466/image/large-995d5873208c4fea803b97006850f733.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383466">For Beatty, the marina’s location within downtown Kobe is central to its appeal. “We don’t want a boat parking lot,” he said. “We want a vibrant destination marina where superyachts can stay as long as they want, weeks, months, years.” He added that the marina intends to offer berth leases for larger yachts, drawing comparisons with long-term arrangements commonly seen in parts of the Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341863/image/large-fc2f7344eb9ffc8ef4fb0d9aa7bf0f7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341863">Path to operational readinessPiling installation is expected to begin around June, with shore power and floating dock infrastructure scheduled to follow later in 2026. Beatty indicated that the marina remains targeted to be fully operational in early 2027, while the marina building may follow later as plans for the onshore facilities are finalised.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382114/image/large-baf3ecfb0e038e562c1abbcc141260e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382114"> Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026Following two successful editions in Hong Kong, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will move to Japan in 2026. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">event</a> will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May in Kobe, hosted at Hotel La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.As Japan continues to open its market to international superyacht traffic and expand its marina and service infrastructure, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">summit</a> will examine how the country is positioning itself within the wider Asia-Pacific yachting landscape, alongside broader regulatory, operational and investment trends across the region.The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> brings together owners, operators and industry stakeholders to explore how emerging and established markets can work together to support sustainable, year-round superyacht activity across Asia-Pacific.Early Bird tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-tickets-1979724982716?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank">here</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383569/image/large-2a8227ecf31621b49ee3fa2ffecf7ce5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383569">

Progress update on Japan’s first dedicated superyacht marina

SuperYacht Times speaks with consortium member Nigel Beatty on progress at Kobe Marina since APSS Hong Kong and Japan’s cruising potential.

Kobe Marina: Progress update on Japan’s first dedicated superyacht marina

Three large yachts have been destroyed and sunk, with a fourth sustaining significant damage, following a fire at the Spit Marina in Mosman, on Sydney’s north shore in Australia last week. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382441/image/large-227401ca335914b399900904e4d9c730.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382441">Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters were called in the early hours on Friday 9 January 2026 with reports that more than 40 firefighters were called to the scene at 3:21am, alongside the Port Authority of NSW firefighting vessel, Girawaa. &nbsp;Details surrounding the vessels are yet to be determined, but SuperYacht Times believes they might include the 25.91-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> 85 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aqua25.91m (85'0&quot;)Princess Yachts2010">Aqua</a> and a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> yacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382439/image/large-91cfc8d4f210b7a13f9c20b84006a796.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382439">It took FRNSW approximately 2.5 hours to extinguish the fire, with the Environment Protection Authority deploying booms to contain debris and material, including oil and fuel.An investigation is currently underway regarding the cause of the fire.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382440/image/large-5282ed1296b604dd6040a51d1880ba6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382440">The Spit Marina offers 106 secure wet berths for vessels up to 50 metres, including dedicated superyacht berths and 60 swing moorings in Quakers Hat &amp; Pearl Bay. It’s one of Sydney’s premier spots for luxury berthing and on-water convenience. SuperYacht Times will continue to follow this story and update if/when new information becomes available.

Three yacht fire in Spit Marina Sydney, Australia

Three large yachts have been destroyed and sunk, with a fourth sustaining significant damage, following a fire at the Spit Marina, Sydney, Australia.

Three yachts sink and another badly damaged following fire in Spit Marina, Sydney

Enrico Chhibber speaks with Japan-based yachting experts to explore recent regulatory reforms and infrastructure developments that are gradually positioning Japan as a more accessible and appealing destination for superyachts. When it comes to attractive superyacht destinations in Asia, Thailand has traditionally taken the spotlight. Japan, meanwhile, has remained a lesser-known cruising ground and has often been viewed as logistically challenging. Today, however, that narrative is changing, as Japan begins to reposition itself on the global yachting map. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370701/image/large-fccdf0ce93277bda47184d5f87855515.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370701">The Japanese archipelago, comprising more than 14,000 islands and stretching over 34,000 kilometres of coastline, spans approximately 3,000 kilometres from north to south. With climates ranging from the snowy winters of Hokkaido to the subtropical warmth of Okinawa, the country offers year-round cruising opportunities and a broad range of geographical and cultural experiences.Yet despite these natural advantages, Japan has not historically appealed to the international superyacht community. Regulatory complexities and limited marina infrastructure for larger vessels have, until recently, presented notable hurdles to its development as a cruising destination. This landscape is now beginning to evolve. Since 2021, a series of regulatory reforms have made it easier for privately registered, foreign-flagged yachts to enter and cruise Japanese waters.Further momentum followed in December 2024 with the announcement of Superyacht Base Kobe Marina, which is currently under construction, with a full yacht service opening in 2026 and a full opening with surrounding infrastructure taking place in 2027. The project is intended to help address longstanding infrastructural limitations and support Japan’s efforts to attract more superyacht tourism.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370696/image/large-5ef3ac54fac761e21641b06208086062.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370696"> Marina infrastructure development in JapanAlthough Japan’s general maritime infrastructure is well developed, facilities specifically designed for superyachts remain limited. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/935" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nigel Beatty, United Kingdom (Person)">Nigel Beatty,</a> yacht broker at YACHTZOO and Chairman of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association</a>, observed that while the country is well-equipped overall, it lacks dedicated infrastructure tailored to the operational needs of larger yachts. “Infrastructure is brilliant in Japan, but if you're talking about purely superyacht infrastructure, then we are lacking a little bit,” he said.In most cases, visiting yachts cruise along the coast, anchoring near beaches or making brief stops at town piers. According to Beatty, this pattern highlights the need for more structured superyacht hubs and ports where large yachts can access services such as mooring, refuelling, provisioning, and guest handling. “When you go cruising, you anchor or tie up at a town pier for a night, then move on,” he explained. “But you also need hubs, places where yachts can come in and operate with proper support.”Some capacity does exist. A marina in Fukuoka, for example, can currently host a small number of larger vessels. However, the most significant development is taking place in Kobe, where a new marina is under construction. Announced in late 2024, Superyacht Base Kobe Marina is being developed to accommodate yachts up to 80-metres in length for stern to dockage and any size for alongside dockage. Just in the last few weeks the facility has accommodated a 70-metre and a 117-metre. Beatty noted that the basin is roughly half the size of Port Hercule in Monaco.Yukio Shintani of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Creation Marine (Company)">Creation Marine</a>, a lead investor who has played a role in coordinating stakeholders for the Kobe project, confirmed the marina is being established as a destination facility and is expected to open within two years. Once complete, it will serve as one of the first ports in Japan specifically designed to support visiting superyachts at scale.While Japan does not yet offer the density of dedicated infrastructure found in more established superyacht destinations, ongoing developments suggest a gradual shift toward greater accessibility and operational support.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/104219/image/large-c94403a78cad4fa52830c3e4d2898030.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/104219"> Before the Change: Superyacht regulations in Japan prior to 2021 Although foreign-flagged superyachts were technically permitted to enter and cruise in Japan before 2021, a combination of bureaucratic complexity and limited facilities made the country a difficult destination to navigate. As Nigel Beatty noted, “Whether commercially or privately registered, Japan never really drew a strong distinction between yacht types. Superyachts have technically been able to visit Japan for quite some time. The issue was the bureaucracy involved. While we used to manage it, the process was labour-intensive, and that translated into high costs for visiting yachts.”Japan did offer a relative advantage for crew from visa waiver countries. “There have always been positive aspects to cruising in Japan,” Beatty added. “For example, if you were from a visa waiver country, such as those in Europe or North America, you could enter Japan by yacht and remain for up to 90 days as a tourist, even as crew.”However, crew from non-waiver countries such as South Africa, India, and the Philippines, who represent a significant portion of the global yachting workforce, faced more complications. These individuals were required either to obtain a visa in advance or rely on a short-term crew pass valid for just 14 days. “Renewing it involved leaving the country and re-applying at an immigration office,” Beatty said. “Approval often depended on the discretion of the local immigration office, which made the process inconsistent and inefficient.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/4301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenta Inaba, Japan (Person)"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/4301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenta Inaba, Japan (Person)">Kenta Inaba</a>, President and Partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">Super Yacht Logistics</a>, described how procedural rigidity once defined the experience for visiting yachts. “In the past, every time a yacht entered Japan, we had to process customs, immigration and quarantine, not just on arrival but again at each subsequent port,” he explained. “When I started in this business, I had to submit a full list of every port the yacht was planning to visit. But yachts don’t follow fixed routes like commercial vessels. Their movements are often dictated by weather and anchorage conditions, which makes rigid planning difficult.”Even minor navigational changes could create problems. “If a yacht was anchored and the wind shifted, they might need to move to another part of the bay. But if that area wasn’t listed in the original plan, it became an issue,” Inaba said. “Even bringing something as simple as a bottle of beer back onboard required paperwork.” The system, he added, was not designed with yachts in mind. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298475/image/large-124d7d95e2299e38d8fd95f9b6b90929.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298475">Turning Point: The 2021 regulatory reformsRegulatory changes introduced in 2021 significantly altered how Japan manages visiting superyachts. Previously constrained by complex procedures, foreign-flagged vessels now benefit from a more streamlined regulatory environment. “Much of that red tape has now been removed,” Beatty said.One of the most significant adjustments was the introduction of the Naikosen (similar to a cruising permit). After completing initial customs, immigration and quarantine procedures, yachts can apply for the permit, which, along with a blanket Closed Port Permit, removes the requirement to file repeated clearances at each domestic port. “Yachts used to be required to declare every intended stop in advance, which was completely impractical,” Inaba said. “Now, they have the flexibility to change course depending on conditions.”One of the more favourable regulations that was always in place in Japan is that foreign registered vessels remain indefinitely in Japan allowing for longer and more adaptable cruising schedules and possibly basing themselves in the country long term. Changes to crew entry procedures have addressed previous constraints. The introduction of the Multiple Landing Permit, or “Crew Pass,” allows foreign crew to remain in Japan for the duration of the yacht’s stay; and even up to one year. This replaces the former 14-day restriction that often-required multiple renewals and placed a disproportionate burden on those from non-waiver countries. The Crew Pass allows crew ashore in the local areas that the yacht will be for yacht business, shopping or sightseeing.Crew from countries covered by Japan’s visa waiver programme continue to benefit from 90-day tourist access, allowing for greater flexibility to travel ashore or explore the length while the vessel is in port.Together, these updates have reduced many of the operational constraints that previously discouraged superyacht visits. Japan is now better aligned with international practices and more accessible to a global yachting audience; and in some areas have more favourable regulations than well-established yachting countrie<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298430/image/large-ae231a89fb0e19e109ca66eda85be1ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298430">Looking AheadJapan’s regulatory progress in recent years has laid important groundwork, but further improvements will be necessary to support charter activity. In particular, foreign-flagged, commercially registered yachts still face regulatory hurdles when seeking to operate charters in Japanese waters. Shintani acknowledged this ongoing challenge. “I want to try to create everything for the foreign-flagged yacht to charter. This is our mission.”While Japanese-flagged yachts can operate commercially, the charter process for foreign-flagged vessels remains undecided, however moves are afoot to make a rule for foreign charter yachts with a charter contract already developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Dickinson Llp (Company)">Hill Dickinson</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">Asia Pacific Superyacht Association</a>, which navigates specific Japanese regulations. The solution to this issue will be an important next step in positioning Japan as a competitive superyacht destination in the Asia-Pacific region. This article was first published in issue 54 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Download Issue 54 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper now (2025-08-19 10:00:00 +0200)">download here.</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382114/image/large-baf3ecfb0e038e562c1abbcc141260e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382114">Asia-Pacific Superyaht Summit 2026 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> will move to Japan in 2026. 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">event</a> will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May in Kobe, hosted at Hotel La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.As Japan continues to open its market to international superyacht traffic and expand its marina and service infrastructure, 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">summit</a> will examine how the country is positioning itself within the wider Asia-Pacific yachting landscape, alongside broader regulatory, operational and investment trends across 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> brings together owners, operators and industry stakeholders to explore how emerging and established markets can work together to support sustainable, year-round superyacht activity across Asia-Pacific.Early Bird tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-tickets-1979724982716?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">here</a>.&nbsp;

A new chapter for Asia: Japan’s rise as a cruising destination

Japan is emerging as Asia’s newest superyacht destination, driven by regulatory reform and new marina infrastructure including Superyacht Base Kobe. 

A new streamlined administrative process has been launched to allow foreign yachts to sail freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai from January 2026. The new protocol is designed to streamline yacht movement and elevate the UAE’s yachting experience. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381143/image/large-5a93b42afa19898a8603a00bee753194.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381143">The streamlined system removes duplicate clearance procedures, allowing foreign-flagged yachts to move between the two emirates with a single recognised sailing permit. For the first time, sailing permits issued by either Abu Dhabi or Dubai will be honoured across both emirates, eliminating the need for repeated approvals or local entry and exit processing, which will reduce waiting times, documentation requests, and administrative costs as a mutually recognised permit issued by either emirate will grant seamless passage between the two cruising hubs.Central to the change is a new digital information bridge powered by the Early Inquiry System. Instead of submitting vessel, crew, and passenger details separately to each emirate, the UAE will rely on a shared platform using the Early Inquiry System API, enabling maritime authorities across Abu Dhabi and Dubai to access yacht data digitally and in real time.The initiative is the result of extensive coordination by Abu Dhabi Maritime and the Dubai Maritime Authority, working alongside several federal agencies, including the National Guard, Dubai Customs and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security.The move emphasises a united commitment to develop the UAE’s maritime sector and reinforce its appeal as a premier destination for international yacht tourism.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Saudi Red Sea Authority launches ‘first of its kind’ guide for coastal tourism (2026-01-08 12:00:00 +0100)">Saudi Red Sea Authority launches ‘first of its kind’ guide for coastal tourism</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/285495/image/large-509e6a4c-4303-42de-97f1-d7c7a254408c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/285495">Speaking on the development, Sheikh Dr. Saeed bin Ahmed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, CEO of the Dubai Maritime Authority, said the initiative reflects Dubai’s commitment to growing yacht visitation and enhancing the UAE’s profile as a world-class maritime destination.Captain Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abu Dhabi Maritime (Company)">Abu Dhabi Maritime</a>, echoed the sentiment, highlighting that the reform will make it easier than ever for foreign yachts to explore UAE waters and boost competitiveness as global yachting hubs.The reform is expected to make Abu Dhabi and Dubai yacht cruising more attractive for foreign superyachts, extended yacht charters and international private yacht owners visiting the UAE. The UAE expects to stimulate further growth in marine tourism, attract more visiting yachts and position the Emirates as one of the most accessible cruising destinations in the Gulf.The new policy follows increased investment in marinas, infrastructure and tourism offerings across the country, ranging from Abu Dhabi’s island complexes and cultural landmarks to Dubai’s marinas, yacht clubs and luxury hotels. The removal of borders at sea is expected to attract more foreign yachts to UAE waters and bolster the nation’s growing marine tourism economy without administrative interruptions. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XrALjqyeJKk?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> The Gulf Superyacht Summit 2026As the Middle East’s maritime sector continues to flourish, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2025" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> will return in December to the region in 2026. Further details are yet to be announced, but early registration will be announced in due course and includes priority access to dinners and discounts on ticket prices. You can also watch our video on why the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2025" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Summit&nbsp;</a>should be on your 2026 event calendar here.Moreover, if you are interested in becoming a speaker at the 2026 edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2025">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>, then reach out to us at news@superyachttimes.com.We also have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available which provide you and your team with exposure and access to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2025">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>. To explore these further, contact our sales team at sales@superyachttimes.com.&nbsp;Finally, you can stay up-to-date with all news regarding the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2025">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> by signing up to our newsletter here, which provides updates, insights and information regarding the event each year.

Foreign yachts to sail freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai

From January 2026, foreign yachts can cruise freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai with a single sailing permit under a new protocol.

Foreign yachts to sail freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai from 2026

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a> has announced the opening of its new Monaco office, located on Rue Suffren Reymond, near Port Hercules. According to the company, the office serves as a strategic move to complete a global support network centred around its clients.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399389/image/large-c0e7b99523e63dae7d204a630e9bbe33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399389">The expansion strengthens <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum's</a> European presence, joining its headquarters in Fort Lauderdale and existing offices at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92 Barcelona</a> and in the Netherlands. The company said the new Monaco base reflects the principality's position as the centre of Mediterranean yachting, where more than 300 businesses operate across yacht management, brokerage, design, naval architecture and shipbuilding.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399390/image/large-05d3b20c4ac0ba4fba708db7970a1cc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399390">"Monaco is where the superyacht world comes together, and for us, proximity is not a convenience but a commitment," said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a> President John Allen. "Having a presence here means we can sit down with our clients, show them what our technology actually does, and start a relationship that goes well beyond installation."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399391/image/large-7a075647c79986529f5c2bb365726c9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399391">The Monaco office will enable <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a> to engage more closely with clients and industry stakeholders through in-person consultations, technical demonstrations and training sessions for crew and yacht management companies.The office was officially inaugurated on 2 July 2026 with a reception attended by members of Monaco's yachting community. The company concluded that the expansion reinforces <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a>' commitment to providing long-term support to the global superyacht industry.

Quantum Marine Stabilizers opens Monaco office

Quantum Marine Stabilizers has announced the opening of its new Monaco office.

Quantum Marine Stabilizers opens new Monaco office

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399388/image/large-72130772b0357591a8b6b81502cc95a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399388">The 49.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5750" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kinship49.9m (163'9&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2019">Kinship</a> was spotted cruising through the Kiel Canal in Germany earlier last month. According to AIS data, she is currently in Malmö, Sweden.Delivered in 2019 as Race, she features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli) (Company)">Officina Italiana Design</a>. Meanwhile, her Italian builder was responsible for her naval architecture.With a volume of just under 500 GT, she can accommodate up to 10 guests across five well-appointed staterooms. Onboard comfort is supported by a crew of nine, including the captain. Moreover, the Riva 50 MT yacht is fitted with a generous beach club, equipped with two hatches that double as balconies over the water. The beach club also functions as a garage for a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> Dieseljet 625 tender.Guests can also enjoy her spacious 120-square-metre sundeck. The area features sunbathing and lounge spaces complete with four sun loungers, sofas, a pop-up TV with a swivel mechanism, a dining table, and a barbecue.In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5750" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kinship49.9m (163'9&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2019">Kinship</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, giving her a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51070" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Inside Riva's 50m Made-In-Italy superyacht Race (2020-03-16 11:30:00 +0100)">Step onboard Kinship here.</a>

Riva yacht Kinship in Kiel Canal

The 49.9-metre Riva superyacht Kinship was spotted cruising Kiel Canal in Germany earlier last month. 

50m Riva superyacht Kinship in Kiel Canal

The 42.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">Titian Pearl</a>&nbsp;has been listed for sale with Ed Dickinson of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>, under a joint central agency with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karma Yachting (Company)">Karma Yachting</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399336/image/large-5d3b569691112840ace617ecbb6b6279.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399336">Delivered in 2001 by the Italian shipyard, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">yacht Titian Pearl for sale</a> was designed inside and outside by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, while her naval architecture was developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Bennett & Associates Ltd (Company)">John Bennett</a>.&nbsp;Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">Titian Pearl</a> has a beam of 8.4-metres and a draft of 2.5-metre. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> most recently underwent a refit in France in 2026, following an extensive refit programme carried out between 2022 and 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399338/image/large-f75491a7499a66430dabb17bd0d4a8a3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399338" 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;">On the outside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> boasts generous lounge areas and alfresco dining spaces across her three decks. Her redesigned sundeck is fitted with a bar and bimini shade, while at water level, her former aft garage has been converted into a beach club, complete with a fold-down swim platform and an inflatable watersports dock.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399337/image/large-b1009c945348f03e1c25c59eae71a5b5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399337" 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;">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">yacht Titian Pearl&nbsp;for sale</a> showcases a modern <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a> interior, where soft neutral furnishings are paired with warm wood finishes and expansive glazing, creating a bright and clean ambience. Her main saloon, featuring curved lounge seating, adjoins a formal dining area, where guests can enjoy meals with panoramic ocean views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399339/image/large-b89c45f631c4dc117693befa394c72dc.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399339" 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;">Equipped for long voyages, her refit had introduced new furnishings, lighting, bespoke cabinetry and upgraded AV/IT systems throughout her main saloon, upper saloon and owner's suite.At an interior volume of 432 GT, accommodation onboard <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/built-by=crn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">the CRN yacht for sale</a> is arranged for up to 10 guests across five staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite on the main deck with a private office. &nbsp;Dedicated quarters are available for a crew of nine, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399335/image/large-770e4dee75f7878d3df7de9d78baa99a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399335">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">yacht Titian Pearl&nbsp;for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 15 knots. Cruising at 10 knots, she offers a range of up to 3,200 nautical miles, making her ideal for long-range cruising. All images provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>.

43m CRN superyacht Titian Pearl for sale

The 43-metre CRN motor yacht Titian Pearl has been listed for sale with Northrop & Johnson under a joint central agency with Karma Yachting. 

The 69-metre zero-emissions <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> has been seen for the first time as she was rolled out of the shed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> in Zwartsluis, the Netherlands. The vessel is currently awaiting transfer by barge from Zwartsluis to Harlingen, where she will be launched into the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399355/image/large-d3bbafc33648d12d7670640310f947b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399355">Developed as a proof-of-concept project, the yacht has been designed as the world’s first sailing yacht to operate completely without fossil fuels, marking a substantial step towards emission-free yachting.Construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> began in 2022 following an extensive research and development phase exceeding 60,000 hours. Her Panamax-height masts, built by Carbo-Link AG at their German facility, will be stepped on the vessel in the coming days. Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63798" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero nears completion (2025-07-11 15:00:00 +0200)">69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero nears completion</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399354/image/large-88dda86bebdfe60cf0c5712eefe6c6e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399354">Conceived with the intention of forward-thinking sustainability and innovation in yacht building, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is the result of the collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vripack</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a> and the non-profit open-source platform Foundationº (Foundation Zero).Built as a performance ketch with an aluminium hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, while her naval architecture was developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a>.Her classical sailing exterior profile is elevated by her sustainable design, integrating new technologies with an “energy-first perspective” that prioritises innovation rather than optimisation.&nbsp;A defining feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is the absence of combustion engines. Instead of a traditional engine room, the yacht has a main technical room that houses an integrated energy system designed to store, harvest, and convert energy onboard. Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64930" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Behind Project Zero: A new chapter in sustainable superyacht innovation (2025-12-11 11:45:00 +0100)">Behind Project Zero: A new chapter in sustainable superyacht innovation</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399353/image/large-b6967953716f71616fa1c5407b41917f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399353">The sailing yacht is powered by renewable energy from wind, solar, and thermal sources. Energy is harnessed while under sail through hydro-generating thrusters, a 100-square-metre solar array captures both heat and light at 60 percent efficiency, while a wind turbine draws power from offshore airflow. The harnessed electricity is then stored in an industrial-grade battery system that can hold 5,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity to power all onboard systems.At an interior volume of 499 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests, alongside 11 crew members. Her interiors reflect the eco-conscious design approach, featuring materials such as pineskin leather, leathered marble and bespoke artworks that were curated to emphasise natural textures.In addition to private use and limited charter availability, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is also set as a platform for scientific research, supporting studies in renewable marine technology and ocean sustainability.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365567/image/large-f8e82cf19c8160071e95f17897079b67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365567">

69m fossil-free Vitters sailing superyacht Project Zero launched

Vitters launches 69m Project Zero, the world's first fossil-free sailing superyacht with zero combustion engines and renewable energy systems.

69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero rolled out of shed ahead of launch

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> has announced the appointment of Evan Kortmann as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Enrico Theuns, who has led the company since 2023.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399351/image/large-0b3b67f3579803bdd2cecd343234633d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399351">Theuns was originally appointed as CEO through a planned three-year transition following the retirement of founder Wim van der Valk in April 2024. During his tenure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> expanded into the 30 metre segment and further strengthened their position in the superyacht market.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard announces retirement of founder and management buyout (2024-04-22 09:30:00 +0200)">Van der Valk Shipyard announces retirement of founder and management buyout</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314045/image/large-e3b7cc6745248f659ccfc2d9b2962713.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314045">“Leading <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> over the past three years has been a rewarding experience,” commented Enrico Theuns. “I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful to our employees, clients, co-makers and partners for their commitment and support throughout this period.”Evan Kortmann joins the management team alongside Technical Director Bram Kooltjes and Commercial Director Yoeri Bijker. Theuns will remain involved during the coming months to &nbsp;ensure a smooth transition and support the handover of his responsibilities.Kortmann joins <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> where he acted as Chief Executive Officer following the semi-retirement of Daan Balk in 2023. Evan joined Balk the year prior as Chief Commercial Officer before transitioning to CEO.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58021" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard appoints Evan Kortmann as CEO as Daan Balk steps down (2023-07-04 16:45:00 +0200)">Balk Shipyard appoints Evan Kortmann as CEO as Daan Balk steps down</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351424/image/large-efe5e4f30ffe75940f3be9e197745b18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351424">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> has built a strong international reputation for delivering high-quality custom yachts,” explained Kortmann. “Our focus on fully custom yachts between 200 and 500 GT allows owners to create a yacht that reflects their individual requirements, while benefiting from the experience and craftsmanship of our team.”“I look forward to working with our clients, colleagues and partners as we continue developing the company and delivering yachts that meet the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.”

Evan Kortmann appointed CEO of Van der Valk Shipyard

Van der Valk Shipyard has announced the appointment of Evan Kortmann as Chief Executive Officer.

Van der Valk Shipyard appoints Evan Kortmann as CEO

Video interior Amore à Vida yacht

We take a video tour of CRN's latest custom superyacht Amore À Vida   in Palm Beach.

Video: Onboard CRN's full custom superyacht Amore à Vida

The 25.69-metre Azimut motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> has been sold. Alberto Galante of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6348" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachts360 (Company)">Yachts360</a> introduced the buyer, while Brandon Barnes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291636/image/large-e8f37bfcacd3e673cdf5cf55ab932f10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291636">Delivered in 2017 by the Italian shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> forms part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> 84 series. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvagni Architetti (Company)">Salvagni Architetti</a>. Naval architecture was crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>.Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> has a beam of 6.45-metres and a draft of 1.79-metres. She most recently underwent a refit in 2025.&nbsp;Stepping inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> features a contemporary <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvagni Architetti (Company)">Salvagni Architetti</a> interior, where bespoke furnishings, Italian marble finishes and large windows bring her open-plan main saloon together. Outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> has an expansive flybridge fitted for lounging, while her aft deck is fitted for alfresco dining.&nbsp;With an interior volume of 110 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to eight guests across four staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite on the lower deck. Separate quarters sleep up to two crew members, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 24 knots and a top speed of 27 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> had a last known asking price of $2,399,000. Image courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>.

26m Azimut motor yacht Satisfaction sold

The 25.69-metre Azimut motor yacht Satisfaction has been sold with a last known asking price of $2,399,000.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC</a> has entered into an agreement to sell <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC Capital Partners</a> VII’s stake in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>, an international marina operator, to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infravia Capital (Company)">InfraVia Capital Partners</a>, a European private equity firm focused on infrastructure investment. According to the Financial Times, the deal is expected to exceed €1 billion.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> operates 28 marinas across nine countries, with more than 14,300 berths, including over 1,000 dedicated superyacht berths. The company also manages 12 professional boatyards, which service more than 2,500 yachts each year, and serves more than 50,000 customers annually.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110558/image/large-403fc9f2dcd20d41f4c8e5db4c36cdb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110558"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC</a> acquired <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>’s international assets from Turkish conglomerate Doğuş Group in 2020, taking ownership of the company’s Greek, Croatian and UAE operations. The Turkish assets remained under Doğuş Group ownership, although they continued to be managed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>.Under <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC</a>’s ownership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> expanded beyond its traditional markets of Turkey, Croatia, Greece and the UAE into Spain, Italy, France, Malta and Albania.&nbsp;István Szőke , Managing partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC</a> said the investment had supported <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>’s development from “a hidden gem” into what he described as a market leader in premium marinas across Europe and the wider EMEA region. He added: “We expanded significantly across the Mediterranean, built the sector's most digitally advanced platform, and created a business with unmatched scale, customer experience and operational excellence.”Oliver Dörschuck, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>, said: "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infravia Capital (Company)">InfraVia</a> has consistently demonstrated clear alignment with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>'s customer-first philosophy and our purpose of enriching the yachting experience, and we are well positioned together to accelerate the next phase of our growth. Our partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC</a> has been instrumental in shaping <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> into the business it is today and the strong foundation they helped build is what powers our next chapter."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110555/image/large-716cf2cb0ea6417dc00080d9b9bc1783.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110555">Vincent Levita, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infravia Capital (Company)">InfraVia</a>, said: “We are delighted to support <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> in this new chapter alongside its management team. The company has become a leading premium marina platform across the Mediterranean, with a strong brand, high-quality assets and a customer-first culture. This transaction is a strong fit with InfraVia’s infrastructure investment thesis and is fully aligned with InfraVia’s ambition to partner with outstanding management teams and back resilient European platforms where long-term capital can support continued growth, transformation and institutionalisation.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110552/image/large-883c6b37658ea2e5b3e65c3a13d42b87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110552"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8915" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CVC Capital Partners (Company)">CVC</a> was advised by Goldman Sachs as exclusive financial adviser and Clifford Chance as legal adviser. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infravia Capital (Company)">InfraVia</a> was advised by Morgan Stanley as exclusive financial adviser and White &amp; Case as legal adviser.

CVC to sell D-Marin to InfraVia Capital Partners

CVC has entered into an agreement to sell CVC Capital Partners VII’s stake in D-Marin to InfraVia Capital Partners.

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CVC to sell D-Marin to InfraVia Capital Partners for over €1 billion

The 37.04-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Custom Line</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kiki V37.04m (121'6&quot;)Custom Line2020">Kiki V</a> has been sold, with Hans von Doornmalen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> introducing the buyer and Arne Ploch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399334/image/large-f9dff4373d2fa5a65743f59402be3534.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399334">In 2020, she was delivered as Tello for the CEO of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> and is part of the builder’s Navetta 37 series. She has been specified with an extensive list of upgrades, making her one of the most comprehensively specified Navetta 37s available. &nbsp;At a volume of 289 GT, she can accommodate up to 10 guests across five well-appointed staterooms and is supported by a crew of seven. Moving outside, guests can enjoy the sunpads, wet bar and a hot tub on her flybridge, while the bow hosts a forward seating area.Propulsion-wise, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots.&nbsp;At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kiki V37.04m (121'6&quot;)Custom Line2020">Kiki V</a> had a last known asking price of €13,600,000.Photo courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>..

Custom Line yacht Kiki V sold

 The 37.04-metre Custom Line motor yacht Kiki V has been sold.

37m Custom Line motor yacht Kiki V sold

The 33.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Artemis33.3m (109'3&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">Artemis</a> has been sold, with Christian Kahn of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8914" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bayside-X (Company)">Bayside-X</a> introducing the buyer and Alex G. Clarke of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399333/image/large-88ed926344aea8f8808a0c7c07804e32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399333">Delivered in 2021, the Mangusta 33 GranSport yacht was originally commissioned as Dopamine by her experienced owner. She has benefitted from over one million euros worth of upgrades, including interior decor 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>. Meanwhile, her exteriors were also penned by the designer, complemented by naval architecture created in-house by her builder.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Artemis33.3m (109'3&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">Artemis</a> can sleep up to 12 guests across five well-appointed staterooms, as well as five crew members for utmost onboard comfort. A standout feature of the yacht is the Jacuzzi on the bow, along with her master suite reconfigured with a custom layout during her refit.In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Artemis33.3m (109'3&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">Artemis</a> is powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines, giving her a cruising speed of 21 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.At the time of her sale, she had a last known asking price of $10,975,000.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>.

Mangusta yacht Artemis sold

The 33.3-metre Mangusta motor yacht Artemis has been sold.

33m Mangusta motor yacht Artemis sold

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Port 32 Fort Lauderdale (Company)">PORT 32 Marinas</a>, a prominent owner, operator, developer, and acquirer of a growing collection of marina assets, has unveiled its latest addition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Port 32 Fort Lauderdale (Company)">PORT 32 Fort Lauderdale Marina</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273453/image/large-b079ace9d8ef43c1c26386419dadb030.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273453"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273458/image/large-d62a548612a645888f623fdf115d9dd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273458">Situated in Charleston, South Carolina, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Port 32 Fort Lauderdale (Company)">PORT 32</a> owns marinas in Florida, including Jacksonville, Palm Beach Gardens, Tierra Verde, Tampa, Naples, Cape Coral, Marco Island, and Fort Lauderdale. The company’s strategic focus on expansive growth extends along both the US Atlantic Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273456/image/large-05b4cc89f812039275e026481916d0a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273456"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Port 32 Fort Lauderdale (Company)">PORT 32 Fort Lauderdale</a>, a recently constructed and highly adaptable full-service marina, showcases a modern design and cutting-edge amenities. With state-of-the-art equipment and technology, the marina offers a wide range of services to cater to various needs. It provides berthing options for vessels of all sizes, from small tenders to yachts up to 180-feet in length. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273457/image/large-a14f46abdcfa1a76e45ff43cfe4a435b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273457">The marina's expansive dry storage area is specifically designed to accommodate the largest vessels in South Florida and beyond. Additionally, the marina boasts a newly developed three-acre yacht basin, providing ample space to accommodate up to 32 yachts comfortably.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Port 32 Fort Lauderdale (Company)">PORT 32 Fort Lauderdale</a> presents a comprehensive range of dry storage options with 278 slips available for short and long-term leases, accommodating vessels up to 55-feet in length. The marina also offers 28,000 square feet of dedicated commercial space tailored for marine-related activities.&nbsp;The commercial space, now open for leasing, includes heated and cooled marine office and retail units, service units capable of accommodating vessels up to 55-feet in length and 18-feet in height, and ample storage units to suit various needs. &nbsp;

PORT 32 unveils new-state-of-the-art Fort Lauderdale Marina

PORT 32 Fort Lauderdale, the newest addition to PORT 32 Marinas. The modern and versatile marina offers state-of-the-art facilities

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