BOAT Briefing
BOAT International presents the latest news from the world of superyachts with exclusive interviews, breaking stories and behind-the-scenes access.
Episodes
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
As the Azimut|Benetti Group marks over a quarter-century as the world's largest superyacht producer, CEO Marco Valle discusses the strategic decisions shaping the company's future. From R&D investments aimed at delivering increasingly mature environmental stewardship, to offering hybrid propulsion across the entire range - ...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
Few people have a better vantage point on the brokerage market than IYC chief executive and MYBA president, Raphael Sauleau, having spent over a decade in some of the top positions in the industry.
On day two of the Monaco Yacht Show, Sauleau talks through the last year in brokerage with business editor Conor Feasey. Together, t...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
What happens when generations of Austrian craftsmanship meet the world of modern superyachting? We talk to Jöel Chalk, Director of Business Development at F/YACHTING, about the heritage, artistry and innovation behind the three-year-old luxury outfitting brand.
While F/YACHTING launched in 2023, its foundations stretch back 76 y...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
The superyacht industry has made important progress through cleaner fuels, lighter materials, and more efficient technology. But are we measuring enough, and does making yachts “less bad” risk missing the bigger picture?
In this podcast, Water Revolution Foundation’s chair Aino Grapin and Executive Director Lea...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
Join us for a candid discussion with Ferretti Group's new CEO as he brings consumer goods discipline to luxury yachting. Just four months into the role, former Duracell chief Stassi Anastassov shares his early observations on the industry, his strategy for navigating current market conditions, and how he's building scalable sys...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
Few people have watched the Monaco Yacht Show evolve as closely as Jamie Edmiston, Chief Executive of Edmiston. He first attended the show in 1993 as a helper and has returned year after year as the superyacht industry has transformed around it. In this BOAT Radio conversation, Edmiston looks back at the evolution of the ...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
What does the superyacht market look like as we head into the next phase of the cycle? In this special podcast, BOAT’s managing director Stewart Campbell sits down with Feadship Director and CEO of Royal Van Lent Shipyard Jan-Bart Verkuyl for a wide-ranging look at the state of the industry.
They unpack the year and discus...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
At this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, the Blue Wake Awards recognised companies finding new ways to make yachting more sustainable. What stood out about this year’s winners was not only the innovation behind their work, but the breadth of challenges they are addressing across the industry.
Taken together, their work shows that sustaina...
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show.
As CEO of Informa Prestige, Toby Moore shapes the strategy that keeps the Monaco Yacht Show at the forefront of the global superyacht industry. In this live podcast, Moore sets out his vision for the 2026 Show, exploring how he is strengthening its offering for serious owners and prospective buyers, engaging a new generation of...
From blockbuster yacht deliveries and a stellar line-up for the Monaco Yacht Show to the story behind Sanlorenzo's headline-making Silver Fox, BOAT International's head of digital content Holly Margerrison and travel & charter editor Georgia Boscawen look back at the biggest stories shaping the superyacht world this summer.
Alongside the latest industry headlines, they share what they've both been up to over the summer &nd...
What does it take to build one of the most ambitious maritime projects ever conceived? In this Big BOAT Interview, BOAT’s content director Lucy Dunn talks to Alain Gruber, CEO of Ulyssia Residences AG, about the 322-metre residential yacht Ulyssia. Designed by Espen Øino, it reimagines life at sea by combining private residences with the hyper-personalisation of a superyacht and the amenities of a world-class resort. Gr...
What separates good craftsmanship from truly exceptional craftsmanship? In this episode, BOAT’s head of digital content Holly Margerrison goes behind the scenes of the BOAT Artistry & Craft Awards with judge and Parkway England CEO Jay Rushton, discussing this year's winners, the judging process and the future of artisan-led design in yachting. She also catches up with 2025 Emerging Artisan of the Year winner Poppy ...
BOAT International's editor Caroline White sits down in Milan with Benedetto Vigna, chief executive officer of Ferrari, to discuss why his engineers are designing a sailing yacht and what the carmaker stands gain by doing so. The Ferrari Hypersail project is a 30-metre flying monohull and experimental platform designed to operate at the edge of what's currently possible in energy management, aerodynamics, and control systems....
The founder of the Cyclades Cup Antiparos, Ilia Rigas, tells Georgia Boscawen about how she created the regatta.
Taking place from 10–13 June 2026 on the picturesque Greek island of Antiparos, the regatta is now heading into its third edition and has already established itself as a standout fixture on the superyacht racing calendar. We find out what goes on behind the scenes and what participants can expect from th...
What does it feel like to be 65-metres below sea level, holding a single breath in complete stillness? In this Big BOAT Interview, 11-time freediving record holder Hanli Prinsloo shares the extraordinary experiences that have shaped her life above and below the sea, reflecting on the transformative power of the ocean and the power of breath can play in boosting our health and wellbeing. She also recounts unforgettable encount...
The World Superyacht Awards remain the uncontested apex of the big boat world; the Oscars of the genre.
Following a spectacular ceremony in Venice, Caroline and Risa unveil all the winners from the night, discussing the stand-out features of each boat and bringing you the judges' comments about what gave them the edge. It’s a worthy pantheon, honouring the vision, craftsmanship and ingenuity that continue to drive ...
From sharks and sea cucumbers to turtles and seahorses, wildlife crime isn’t just an environmental crisis threatening entire species - it’s a highly lucrative criminal enterprise, worth up to USD 20 billion per year and often seen as lower risk than drug trafficking. Olivia Swaak-Goldman, executive director of the Wildlife Justice Commission, is working to change that. In this episode of the Big BOAT Interview, sh...
What does it take to run and sell a superyacht charter in one of the most remote regions on Earth? In this episode of BOAT Briefing, we go on board the 48-metre Oceanfast yacht Big Sky in French Polynesia, where BOAT’s head of digital content Holly Margerrison speaks directly to the people behind the experience. From charter manager Cam Bray to Captain Brett Woodford and broker Halle Scott, we explore what it takes to o...
Join BOAT Group Editorial Director Ed Slack as he sits down with Henry Hawkins, EVP of Baltic Yachts, to uncover the magic of the St Barths Bucket Regatta. This invitation-only superyacht event blends thrilling pursuit racing with a gentlemanly atmosphere, prioritizing camaraderie and social connections over competition. Ed and Henry share their firsthand experiences of this extraordinary gathering, offering a fresh perspecti...
Chartering a yacht is often framed as a way to offset costs. For John Caudwell, it’s a business. With years of experience running his 73m yacht Titania for charter, he tells Caroline White what owners should understand before entering the market. Read more about the charter experience from every angle in BOAT International’s April charter issue.
This episode of BOAT Briefing is sponsored by Amico & Co, a ...
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