Yacht News

Looking to the future of yachting, YATCO interviews several fresh faces in the industry to discover how they got their start, their career highlights so far, and what they predict for the future of the yacht market.  This month, we are speaking with Axel Stein, a Yacht Broker at MMG Yachts. How did you get […]

The 11th annual British Motor Yacht Show is promised to be “an extraordinary showcase of the world’s most prestigious luxury motor yachts.” Curated specifically for those desiring to own a luxurious and innovative motor yacht, the event will be held at the award-winning Swanwick Marina on the southern coast of England May 16-19, 2024. Over […]

Azimut Yachts will present an artistic installation “Mooring by the Moon” at Bagni Misteriosi during Milano Design Week, April 15-21, 2024. This exhibit used the Azimut Seadeck Yacht Series as its muse with a goal to invoke an emotional response in viewers to rediscover and commit to preserving nature. The installation consists of four components: […]

As the yachting industry continues to grow, more and more women are making a significant impact on this traditionally male-dominated space. Here, YATCO takes the time to get to know some of these women – from all areas of the market – and highlight the important work that they contribute to the industry.   Lisa Salleron […]

ECPY will host their annual Riviera Yachting Rendez-Vous in the Port of Nice over the course of three days this year. From April 16 – 18, 2024 guests will have the possibility to visit around 30 yachts for sale and for charter. Based on the Open Day format, the event will be stretched out over […]

A new hull in the Amel 80 series by Damen Yachting has recently been sold. This is the fourth vessel to be sold since the series debuted less than two years ago. Damen Yachting Sales Manager Jorrit Pilaar and Fraser sales broker Jan Jaap Minnema liaised with the client during the sales process. While specifics […]

M/Y DAZANTE BAY was recently launched by Canadian builder Crescent Custom Yachts and delivered to her owner in the US. To date, this is the largest yacht built in Canada at 164ft/50m. The vessel has a cruising speed of 12kts and can reach 16.5kts at top speed. Featured Image Credit: Gregory C. Marshall Design The […]

Dutch shipyard Heesen Yachts recently sold and delivered motor yacht ULTRA G. The 192ft/60m vessel has a fast displacement, aluminum hull and aluminum superstructure. Powered by four MTU engines for combined 22,000 horsepower, ULTRA G has a cruising speed of 27kts and max speed of 33kts. Omega Architects is responsible for the exterior design, including […]

Now in its fifth year, the Turkish Yacht Brokers Association (TYBA) Yacht Charter Show will be held on location at D-Marin in Göcek, Türkiye from May 3 – 7, 2024. Organized by the TYBA Yachting and Brokers Association and supported by D-Marin Management, its members, and local and national tourism boards, the event aims to […]

The Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) will take place April 25-28, 2024, at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. The marina illustrates the luxurious lifestyle Singapore offers as a yachting destination. Deluxe amenities include a members’ lounge, fitness center, infinity pool, and spa in addition to several restaurants and bars.  Festival host ONE°15 Events Management aims to develop […]

YATCO’s Broker of the Month series examines the influences and catalysts that brought these brokers into the world of yachting, who influenced them, and what they seek to change in the industry.   Axel Stein is the Founder and Principal Broker at MMG Yachts. How did you get your start in yachting?  During my first year […]

The 20th edition of the East Mediterranean Multihull & Yacht Charter Show (EMMYS) will be held this year in Poros Port, Greece from April 25 – 28, 2024. A staple in the yachting events calendar, this show aims to highlight the numerous multihull vessels available for charter in Greece to the international attendees of yacht […]