Yachting News

Dates Announced for the 2022 Caribbean Charter Yacht Show in St Thomas

Posted: 24th May 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

IGY Marinas in partnership with IYBA has announced the dates of the 2022 Caribbean Charter Yacht Show which will take place from 8-11 December at IGY Yacht Haven Grande in St. Thomas. Read More

Terry Hui’s Lyra Crowned First IMA Maxi European Champion

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: International Maxi Association

A complex week of racing at the International Maxi Association’s inaugural Maxi European Championship ended with the traditional lap of Capri, measuring just under 15 miles. Read More

The Ocean Race Summit Stockholm to Push for Protection of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

The Ocean Race Summit Stockholm - Racing to protect the Southern Ocean, on Wednesday 1st June, will shine a spotlight on the critical role that the Southern Ocean plays in the health of the planet. Read More

From the Med to Thailand – the Superyacht Spice Route

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: Andy Treadwell

As a 30-year-old Thailand-Saudi Arabia diplomatic spat was brought to a close in January this year, Saudi Arabia launched itself spectacularly into the superyacht business with the opening of the Jeddah Yacht Club Marina, adjacent to the new F1 circuit. Read More

Trailblazing Marine Salary Survey to Assess a Post Covid Industry

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: Preslava McCarthy

Specialist recruitment consultancy, Marine Resources, is looking to re-assess the post-pandemic marine industry landscape, creating a centralised resource where businesses and employees can benchmark salaries within the marine industry. Read More

Alastair Macmillan-Bell joins MHG Insurance as CEO

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: MHG Insurance

MHG Insurance announced today the appointment of Alastair Macmillan-Bell as Group CEO of the MHG Group of Companies, effective May 23rd, and will be based in their Fort Lauderdale offices. Read More

Cox Marine Announces Milestone Expansion Agreement with UAE

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: Marcus Randall

Cox Marine, manufacturer of the CXO300 high-powered diesel outboard engine, has announced an expanded contract with UAE partner Gulf Yachts to cover additional regions as exclusive distributor. Read More

South Pacific is Primed to be the Next Great Charter Destination

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: Isla McKechnie

Earth’s playground is open for business as New Zealand, Tahiti, Fiji and Australia coordinate superyacht procedures for ease of cruising across this ultimate destination. Read More

Gulf Craft Chairman Honoured with ‘Middle East Entrepreneur 2022’ Accolade

Posted: 23rd May 2022

Written by: Sana Yamlikha

Gulf Craft Chairman, Mohammed Hussein AlShaali has been named ‘Middle East Entrepreneur 2022’ at the coveted NORNS Awards for his significant contribution to the leisure maritime industry in the Middle East over the last forty years. Read More

Sharing Ideas at the Superyacht Technology Summit in Barcelona

Posted: 16th May 2022

Written by: Richard Hodder

Last week I attended the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) conference, which was being held in Barcelona for the first time, to give a presentation on the latest cyber security threats at The Superyacht Technology Summit. Read More

Magician Tony Steward Unveils New Onboard Experience for Charter Guests

Posted: 13th May 2022

Written by: David Smith

Courtesy of magician Tony Steward and his new onboard experience Immersion, superyacht charter guests can now share in appreciating some real magic that will inevitably be recalled as among the standout memories of any trip. Read More

The Alternative Propulsion Meeting for a Carbon-free Future for Yachting

Posted: 11th May 2022

Written by: Isabelle Andrieux

As the 5th Monaco E-Prix and Salon Ever ends in the Principality, both focused on sustainability and renewable energy, the Yacht Club de Monaco has extended its lead in the search for eco-friendly solutions as it gears up for the 9th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 4-9 July 2022. Read More

New Zealand Welcomes Back Cruising Yachts and Superyachts

Posted: 11th May 2022

Written by: Isla McKechnie

With New Zealand’s reputation cemented as one of the world’s most-serene yet adventurous destinations, New Zealand will throw open its doors to visitors again with air and sea borders opening from 1 August. Read More

Inmarsat Combats Rising Superyacht Cybercrime with Fleet Secure Unified Threat Management

Posted: 11th May 2022

Written by: Jules Riegal

Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has launched Fleet Secure Unified Threat Management (UTM), as a standard option on Inmarsat’s award-winning Fleet Xpress service, protecting superyacht networks against cyberattacks. Read More

The Boat Works’ Expansion Lift is the First of its Kind in Australia

Posted: 11th May 2022

Written by: Jeni Bone

The Boat Works is set to welcome a new ship lift, the Italian-built BL90 Telescopic Boat Lift, which is the first of its kind in Australia. Read More

Exhibitor Sign up Gains Momentum at MDL’s Green Tech Boat Show

Posted: 11th May 2022

Written by: Susannah Hart

Exhibitor sign up to MDL’s Green Tech Boat Show is gaining momentum. Ready to display their eco-friendly and innovative products, an increasing number of marine businesses and brands are joining the show’s growing line-up. Read More

Mediterranean Yacht Show 2022 Round Up

Posted: 11th May 2022

Written by: Kostas Panagakis

The largest yacht charter show in the world was organised once again in Greece placing yachting at the centre of global attention. Read More

A Night of Firsts at the Launch of the IGY Trident Collective 

Posted: 10th May 2022

Written by: Karen Hockney

On Thursday 5th May 2022, more than 180 guests gathered at IGY’s Yacht Haven Grande Miami to celebrate the launch of the IGY Trident Collective, the first ever global membership program for superyacht owners. Read More

Camper & Nicholsons Appoints Zelda Swindell as Charter Marketing Manager

Posted: 6th May 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

Zelda is an extremely professional and highly driven individual, and brings 35 years of experience to Camper & Nicholsons, along with an excellent reputation and an impressive depth of knowledge. Read More

Superyacht Technology Network Summit to Bring Together Industry Experts and Brands

Posted: 5th May 2022

Written by: Jack Robinson

With an overlap in technology audiences, the team from Superyacht Technology Network will be hosting a Superyacht Technology Network Summit at ISE in May 2022, bringing a perfect synergy to the traditional ISE exhibitors and visitors. Read More

Mediterranean Yacht Show 2022: What’s Happening so far

Posted: 3rd May 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

With three days having gone by, brokers have had the chance to visit a significant number of the participating craft and they have begun forming impressions, deciding which yachts are their top suggestions for the upcoming charter season. Read More

Acquera Yachting opens new Branch Office in Gibraltar

Posted: 3rd May 2022

Written by: Anella Alcott

Acquera Yachting has announced that it has opened a new branch office in Gibraltar. The decision reinforces the company's commitment to attracting and supporting new and existing clients across the Med. Read More

Team Malizia Announces Sailors for the Ocean Race 2022-23

Posted: 3rd May 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

Team Malizia has presented its sailing crew, with two new members, who will be with the team for The Ocean Race. Skipper Boris Herrmann, 40, will be joined by co-skipper Will Harris, 28, who has been part of the team since 2019. Read More

IGY Transforms Superyacht Ownership via IGY Trident

Posted: 2nd May 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

Island Global Yachting is transforming superyacht ownership via IGY Trident - a next-generation membership collective in collaboration with best-in-class partners including World Fuel Services, Navium Marine, Fairport Yacht Support, Forbes Travel Guide, BWA Yachting and VIGILINT. Read More

Yachts Head to JYC Marina for the Jeddah Season

Posted: 29th Apr 2022

Written by: OnboardOnline

Jeddah Yacht Club, JYC Marina and JYC Academy will host some of the world’s most dramatic and stunning yachts during Jeddah Season 2022 including ultra-modern foiling boats, round-the-world racing yachts, an A-Class tall ship and a collection of superyachts. Read More

Exhibitors Announce Major Lineups at Thailand Yacht Show 2022

Posted: 28th Apr 2022

Written by: Andy Treadwell

The Gulf of Siam’s first Thailand Yacht Show (TYS) opens from 9th-12th June in Pattaya’s Ocean Marina. Despite limited global supply of production yachts due to frantic boat buying in the Covid era, TYS promises an exceptional lineup of yachts from most global brands. Read More

Fraser Signs Monaco Capital of Advanced Yachting Commitment Charter

Posted: 28th Apr 2022

Written by: Charlotte Bailey

Fraser is proud to be among the first to sign the Commitment Charter of the new Monaco Capital of Advanced Yachting initiative. Read More

Sri Lanka Relaxes Guidelines for Visiting Yachts

Posted: 28th Apr 2022

Written by: Linda Cartlidge

The latest of the Asia Pacific countries to open up to international yachts, Sri Lanka has relaxed Covid 19 health guidelines recently for overseas travellers and visitors arriving by sea. Visitors are now permitted to go ashore without any restrictions other than wearing masks. Read More

Clean Sweep for Twin Soul B at Portofino Regate di Primavera

Posted: 26th Apr 2022

Written by: James Boyd/International Maxi Association

The Mediterranean maxi racing season got off to a start with the Portofino Regate di Primavera, that concluded today after a four-day long weekend of racing. Read More

Mediterranean Maxi Season Starts Today at the Portofino Regate di Primavera

Posted: 22nd Apr 2022

Written by: Maria Luisa Farris

The Mediterranean maxi season gets underway today with the opening day of racing at the Portofino Regate di Primavera, taking place out of the picturesque Ligurian hamlet where the Yacht Club Italiano has a clubhouse. Read More

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