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Sea Tow Releases Findings from 2026 Member Survey
Sea Tow surveyed more than 5,500 members to understand how rising fuel prices and other costs are affecting recreational boating.
·SEP 11, 2026
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OceanWorld Group and Denison Yachting Form Strategic Joint Venture
OceanWorld Group and Denison Yachting have formed a strategic joint venture designed to strengthen their presence across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East while expanding services, talent, and international market connectivity.
SEP 9, 2026
Yacht Detained After Fatal Collision Near Corinth Canal
A Malta-flagged yacht has been detained following a fatal collision with a small boat off Greece’s Corinth Canal that left one man dead.
SEP 9, 2026
Armada Club Appoints Justin Maxwell as Chief Executive Officer
Armada Club has appointed Justin Maxwell as CEO, with responsibility for overseeing Armada Club’s development as it expands its fleet and membership.
SEP 7, 2026
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The Intelligent Yacht: How Smart Technology Is Changing Yachting
Artificial intelligence is reshaping yacht and marina operations, improving diagnostics, maintenance, and decision-making while reinforcing the continued importance of experienced captains, engineers, technicians, and crew.
SEP 6, 2026
From Yacht Chef to Chocolatier: How Kara Caputo Built Anchor Chocolates
After 14 years working aboard private yachts, former chef and first mate Kara Caputo brought her yachting skills ashore to build a handcrafted chocolate business.
SEP 5, 2026
New Mandatory PSSR Training for Captains and Crew
New MCA rules require affected UK-certified captains and crew to complete updated PSSR training on preventing and responding to violence, harassment, bullying, and sexual misconduct by March 31, 2027.
SEP 4, 2026
BWA Yachting Opens Berth Bookings for 2027 America’s Cup
BWA Yachting has opened berth bookings for superyachts planning to attend the 2027 Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Regatta.
SEP 3, 2026
One Dead, Six Rescued After Storm Destroys Yachts Off Cyprus
A violent storm off Cape Greco drove three anchored yachts onto rocks Saturday, leaving one person dead, six rescued from the water, and two vessels destroyed.
SEP 2, 2026
PYA to Host Sea Changes Forum During Monaco Yacht Show
The PYA’s annual Sea Changes Forum returns to Monaco on Sept. 24, with industry leaders discussing changes to crew certification, training and maritime regulations.
SEP 1, 2026
Blue Wake Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists
Monaco Yacht Show has named 15 finalists for its 2026 Blue Wake Awards, recognizing independently assessed innovations in sustainable materials, energy efficiency, yacht construction, tenders, and marine services.
AUG 31, 2026
New to YATCO: 50-meter ELENI Joins the Sales Market
The 50-meter (164'1") motor yacht ELENI has joined the sales market, represented by The Superyacht People as Central Agent and now available to view on YATCO.
AUG 30, 2026
Maxi Dolphin Plans to Rebuild After Shipyard Fire
A fire destroyed Maxi Dolphin’s shipyard in Erbusco, Italy, along with three boats.
AUG 28, 2026
Far From Shore, Seconds Count: Arthur Lih’s Mission to Bring LifeVac Aboard Yachts
Inventor Arthur Lih turned a father’s fear into LifeVac, a suction device designed to help during choking emergencies. Now, he wants to see the device aboard yachts around the world, where emergency help may be far away and every second counts.
AUG 27, 2026
Bonds Flying Roos Take Fifth Win of SailGP Season
The Flying Roos claimed their fifth SailGP win of the 2026 season in Sassnitz, Germany, extending their championship lead to 14 points with four events remaining.
AUG 25, 2026
The Biggest Yacht at the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show
Oceanco has confirmed that the 111-meter M/Y Leviathan will attend this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, where it is set to take the title of the largest yacht on display.
AUG 24, 2026
Captain Launches App to Streamline Yacht Crew Handovers
Capt. Charl Dettmer has launched The Handover App to help streamline rotational crew handovers on board.
AUG 22, 2026
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
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
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