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Safe Harbor Leads Push to Grow St. Kitts and Nevis’ Superyacht Sector
Safe Harbor is leading a coordinated effort to position St. Kitts and Nevis as a premier Caribbean destination for the global superyacht industry.
·AUG 21, 2026
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Last Call for ISS Nominations for 2026 Awards of Distinction
The International Superyacht Society is seeking nominations for its 2026 Awards of Distinction, including the Distinguished Crew Award. Nominations close Aug. 31.
AUG 19, 2026
Guy Harvey Foundation to Host Love the Blue Gala in Fort Lauderdale
The Oct. 28 event at Lauderdale Yacht Club will raise funds for ocean conservation research and education while honoring marine science and conservation leaders.
AUG 18, 2026
French Investigation Puts Yacht Crew Visa and Employment Rules in Focus
As French authorities examine how foreign crew enter the country for training and employment, the PYA has issued detailed guidance on what yacht crew and recruitment agencies can and cannot legally do.
AUG 17, 2026
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MARAD Awards $35.18M to 45 U.S. Shipyards: Full 2026 Grant List
MARAD awarded $35.18 million to 45 shipyards across 24 states and one U.S. territory through its 2026 Small Shipyard Grant Program.
AUG 17, 2026
What’s in a Yacht Name? More Than You Think
A yacht’s name may be deeply personal to its owner, but for the captain and crew, it’s an everyday working tool — and one that needs to be distinctive, easy to pronounce, and clear over the radio.
AUG 16, 2026
MacGyver at Sea: The Yacht Fixes You Won’t Believe
From improvised pulleys and battery banks to homemade tools and AI software, yacht crews share the ingenious MacGyver fixes that kept things running when the unexpected struck.
AUG 15, 2026
Newly Delivered $9.1 Million Yacht Sinks Off Sardinia
A newly delivered $9.1 million motor yacht sank off Porto Cervo, Sardinia, following a reported fire that damaged seals aboard the vessel.
AUG 14, 2026
MIASF Fills the Boat for Broward County Students
The Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s (MIASF) Fill That Boat Back-to-School Provisioning campaign reached 100% capacity.
AUG 12, 2026
NOAA Updates Midseason Atlantic Hurricane Predictions
NOAA maintains its below-normal Atlantic hurricane outlook, forecasting seven to 13 named storms, including two to six hurricanes and up to two major hurricanes.
AUG 11, 2026
Safe Harbor Marinas to Acquire MarineMax in $1.5 Billion Deal
MarineMax and Safe Harbor Marinas, a portfolio company of Blackstone Infrastructure, announced that the two have entered into a definitive agreement.
AUG 10, 2026
Mister Pete Claims $3.5 Million Top Prize at White Marlin Open
Sportfisher Mister Pete of Charleston, South Carolina, claimed the 53rd White Marlin Open’s top prize on Saturday.
AUG 10, 2026
Can U.S. Yacht Building Power the Next Era of Refit?
As large yachts increasingly seek major refit work overseas, U.S. builders and industry leaders say expanding domestic capacity, skilled labor, and long-term service support could help keep more projects — and their economic impact — at home.
AUG 9, 2026
Power Moves: The Future of Superyacht Propulsion
Superyacht builders are turning to hybrid propulsion, hydrogen, methanol and smarter energy systems as they work toward a cleaner, more efficient future at sea.
AUG 8, 2026
FHG Marine Engineering Acquires Scott Marine Power
FHG Marine Engineering announced the acquisition of Scott Marine Power, expanding its marine service capabilities across South Florida.
AUG 7, 2026
Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky Sued for €17.5 Million Over Superyacht Deal
Chris Cecil-Wright, founder of Cecil Wright & Partners, is suing Nik Storonsky, co-founder and chief executive of Revolut, for €17.5 million over a superyacht deal.
AUG 5, 2026
#TheCrewMess Challenge Crowns First Winners
Bosun Eleisha Mealing announced the winners of the inaugural #TheCrewMess challenge, recognizing yacht crew for sharing authentic moments of life on board.
AUG 5, 2026
MB92 Barcelona Secures Shipyard Concession Extension Through 2050
The Port of Barcelona approved a 10-year concession extension and a 4,000-square-meter expansion, paving the way for more than €40 million in infrastructure and sustainability investments.
AUG 4, 2026
The Rolex Swan Cup Returns to Porto Cervo with Record Participation
The 23rd Rolex Swamp Cup is returning to Porto Cervo from Sept. 14–19 with a record participation of 160 yachts already confirmed and additional entries still arriving.
AUG 3, 2026
The Future of Crew Training
Rapid advances in technology and artificial intelligence are reshaping industries worldwide, and crew training is no exception.
AUG 2, 2026
Paige Bell Foundation Announces Memorial Golf Day Fundraiser to Support Yacht Crew Safety Initiatives
The Paige Bell Foundation announced The Paige Bell Memorial Golf Day — an event that will bring together the yachting community for a meaningful day of golf, remembrance, connection, and fundraising in Paige’s name.
AUG 1, 2026
Sanlorenzo Supports Consortium Offer for The Italian Sea Group
A new consortium backed by Sanlorenzo has submitted an offer to acquire The Italian Sea Group’s entire business following the builder's filing for insolvency proceedings in Italy.
JUL 31, 2026
Seven Boats Destroyed in Hilton Head Marina Fire
A fire at Hilton Head Island marina destroyed seven boats Wednesday morning.
JUL 30, 2026
Grady-White Owner Gifts Company to Purpose Trust
Eddie Smith, owner of Grady-White Boats, announced that he has gifted control of the company to a perpetual purpose trust on Monday.
JUL 29, 2026
Spain's Los Gallos Wins Second Consecutive SailGP Event
Los Gallos continued its winning streak with a victory at the Portsmouth Rolex SailGP Championship, while Artemis' runner-up finish left the team in third in the season standings.
JUL 28, 2026
Orcas Sink Sailing Boat Off Spain’s Coast
A pod of orcas sank Idem, a sailing boat, off the coast of Cape Estaca de Bares in Galicia, Spain, on July 23.
JUL 27, 2026
How War in the Gulf Changed Dubai’s Yachting Sector
The Gulf’s yachting industry has remained resilient through the conflict, adapting with tighter safety protocols, cautious routing, leaner operations, and increased risk monitoring.
JUL 26, 2026
The Changing Crew Job
As yachts become increasingly technologically advanced, crew expectations are evolving beyond traditional seafaring roles.
JUL 25, 2026