The 2025 Palm Beach International Boat Show concluded on Sunday March 23 after five extraordinary days celebrating the best in luxury yachting. This year’s show was the largest edition yet, expanding to a five-day event for the first time. The stunning yachts, marine equipment, and accessories on display totaled upwards of $1.2 billion. YATCO was proud to offer the hub of the YATCO SkyLounge for guests to meet, network and connect away from the bustle of the show.
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The YATCO SkyLounge
The YATCO SkyLounge at 300 Banyan was a premier destination during the Palm Beach International Boat Show, providing industry professionals with an exclusive retreat to connect, recharge, and network. Hosted within 300 Banyan—a 12-story, boutique Class-A office development in the Clematis Waterfront District of West Palm Beach—the SkyLounge offered a sophisticated setting with stunning water views, private terraces, and a hospitality-focused atmosphere. Guests enjoyed high-end and educational events like the YATCO Lounge Charter Breakfast with guest speaker, Captain Grant Du Preez, lively happy hours such as the International Superyacht Society (ISS) cocktail reception, and unparalleled networking opportunities such as the Young Professionals in Yachting (YPY) event, all within a space designed for both business and relaxation.
The event exceeded expectations, and the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the SkyLounge’s success as a vibrant hub for meaningful connections.
“What a fantastic retreat, but not too far from the hustle and bustle of the show, perfect for industry networking with a great view and a welcome breeze,” – Toby Maclaurin, Chief Commercial Officer based in the Ocean Independence.
“We found the SkyLounge to be an excellent venue in a central location, and the Yachtzoo team appreciated YATCO’s hospitality and the opportunity to connect with industry professionals. Our sincere thanks to the YATCO team,” – Darrell Hall, Founding Partner of Yachtzoo.
“The YATCO Sky lounge was the perfect fit for our company. We were looking to showcase our yacht agency at the Palm Beach Boat Show, but in a more intimate and B2B environment, conducive for private meetings and with the opportunity to meet other yachting company executives. We are already planning our sponsorship for next year,” – Joe Dargavage, Partner, United Island & Yacht.
Attending the Palm Beach Boat Show was enhanced by the inviting and meticulously designed lounge space provided by YATCO. The warm hospitality set a positive tone, creating an inviting atmosphere where guests could truly feel at ease. The lounge’s open-concept layout offered the perfect environment for both relaxed conversations and professional networking.
Whether enjoying a quiet moment with a coffee or engaging in dynamic conversations with fellow professionals, the lounge served as a hub of activity and connection throughout the show. The YATCO lounge is an exceptional addition to the show and a statement to the importance of creating spaces that bring people together with ease and elegance. We look forward to returning next year and experiencing it all over again,” – Eva Tsiota, Yacht Broker, Istion Luxury Yachting.
“I want to commend you for the awesome SkyLounge you created during the Palm Beach International Boat Show. The location was amazing and your team’s hospitality I would rate at 5 Stars. Everyone was welcomed and treated as the assets they are to our industry. Whether you needed a quiet spot for an important meeting or to network socially, you provided the perfect spot for all. I personally made a lot of new friends and new business connections . Please keep this format for future shows…it’s perfect,” Mike Yorston, Director of Sales, Aere Marine.
“The YATCO SkyLounge was a true breath of fresh air amidst the hustle and bustle of the docks. It was an ideal setting for meaningful conversations and high-level networking with wonderful views of Palm Beach. From a marketing perspective, it was a perfect example of how to blend brand presence with genuine hospitality. Hats off to the YATCO team for creating such a thoughtful, valuable space!” – Romy Bompani, Head of Marketing at SuperYachtsMonaco.
“I wanted to thank everyone for a lovely evening and successful night one of the Palm Beach Boat Show. The turnout at both events was a huge success, as was the entire evening. Thank you so much for all of your efforts. It was a pleasure working with you all,” – Shari Liu, Founder, Shari Liu Agency.
“Thank you for hosting such a great event! The SkyLounge was an excellent venue to gather with clients and prospects and provided a perfect platform to connect with industry partners as a team. Everyone loved it!” Trish Myers, Executive Vice President, MarshMclennan Agency.
We look forward to creating another unforgettable experience in the future.
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YATCO would like to thank our sponsors for this event: Ropner, Marsh McLennan, Port Nimara, Vantage Yacht Finance, International Marine Management, United Island & Yacht, ISS, as well as in-kind sponsors: Breezy Blooms and Saratoga Water.
