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When it comes to marina infrastructure in China, much of the attention has focused on Hong Kong, with established sites such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (Company)">Gold Coast Marina</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lantau Yacht Club (Company)">Lantau Yacht Club</a>, as well as newer developments like Skytopia and the Hung Hom waterfront project. However, with many of Hong Kong’s marinas operating at or near full capacity, attention is gradually shifting toward neighbouring Shenzhen as a viable and increasingly attractive alternative for yacht owners.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361573/image/large-8a1c37535ea41e5bff85d156422cdef8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361573">As one of China’s most dynamic urban centres, Shenzhen has undergone rapid transformation since its designation as a Special Economic Zone in 1980. Today, it is home to more than 17 million people and stands as a leading hub for innovation, finance, and technology. The city hosts the headquarters of major tech firms including Tencent, DJI and Huawei, and its sustained economic growth has fuelled the rise of a sizable high-net-worth population. This concentration of wealth and industry has, in turn, generated strong domestic demand for luxury services, including yachting.SuperYacht Times features writer Enrico Chhibber recently visited <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a> with Ronnie Wang of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7800" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Encounters Asia (Company)">Yachting Encounters Asia</a> to explore how the marina is positioning itself within the wider Greater Bay Area. During the visit, Chhibber toured the marina’s facilities and spoke with Managing Director Alex Liu about its evolution, the services it offers, its role in supporting the broader development of yachting infrastructure across the region, and the future plans set to enhance Shenzhen’s position as a yachting destination. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361568/image/large-5938a98e92935fb28335e1dfc5cc9904.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361568">The visit to the marina began with a 40-minute ferry ride from Hong Kong to Shenzhen, followed by a short drive from the terminal to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a>. Upon arrival, we were welcomed and given a tour of the marina’s indoor facilities, which were immaculately presented. The interiors featured imported sandstone finishes and a range of amenities, including conference rooms for members and hotel-style accommodation for visiting yacht owners staying on site for several nights. After the tour, we sat down for coffee in the dining area with Alex Liu, Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a> and son of the marina’s owner. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361587/image/large-c4bcc951589946afcb9914c223193c19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361587">Origins of the marinaLiu began by recounting the origins of the marina, which opened in 1994 as part of a broader government initiative to strengthen maritime infrastructure in Shenzhen. “We launched with a vision to create a luxurious and service-oriented yachting community, inspired by Shekou’s prestigious maritime traditions,” Liu explained. Designed by AECOM, Shenzhen Bay Marina Club reflects this heritage while setting new standards for modern yachting facilities in the region.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361572/image/large-58411dd0b8aefaa3f8ce990a8239bb02.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361572">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A full summary of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025 (2025-05-16 18:00:00 +0200)">A full summary of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025</a>Marina capacity and evolving trendsAs the conversation turned to berthing capacity, Liu explained that Shenzhen Bay Marina currently offers around 300 berths and can accommodate yachts up to 200 feet (approximately 61-metres) in length. Of these, around 200 berths are occupied. “While we do have a strong local Chinese client base, we attract many international yacht owners from Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas,” Liu said. He noted that approximately 50 percent of the yachts are based in Shenzhen, with 30 to 40 percent coming from Hong Kong and Macau, and the remainder from overseas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361586/image/large-41fa3f5ab9176855c34ec1cacaf369de.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361586">Liu also highlighted a rising number of Chinese yacht owners living abroad who are choosing to berth at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina</a>. “We’ve observed a growing trend towards larger, more luxurious yachts, with owners increasingly interested in eco-friendly features and customised onboard experiences,” he added.As we walked through the marina, a notable number of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 850s were berthed alongside the 26.82-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> motor yacht Alduch, several <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> models, and a 46.84-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jinlong Mega Yacht (Company)">Jinlong</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7052" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rui Zi 460146.48m (152'6&quot;)Jinlong Mega Yacht2019">Rui Zi 4601</a>. The scene reflected the diversity of yacht sizes the facility is equipped to accommodate.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361584/image/large-0c5f3ac00e4603da24c27d4adbec699d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361584">Cross-border connectivity and Shenzhen Bay Marina Club's strategic positionWith marina capacity in Hong Kong reaching its limits, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina</a> is emerging as a natural alternative for yacht owners seeking high-quality berthing options within close reach of the city. Liu noted that the overflow from Hong Kong presents a significant opportunity for Shenzhen, particularly as the region continues to expand its maritime infrastructure and service capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361583/image/large-c3ac293299eb44623d99e2b482290b2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361583">Launched in 2017, the ‘Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macau Yacht Free Travel’ scheme allows Hong Kong-registered yachts to stay at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina</a> for up to 183 days as tax-free visiting vessels, provided they operate within designated cruising areas in Guangdong waters. The scheme also permits Chinese-flagged yachts to travel to Hong Kong, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a> remaining the only approved mainland port under the policy. Describing the initiative as a “game changer,” Liu emphasised its significance in shaping the marina’s role in the region. The arrangement has not only facilitated cross-border yachting activity but also strengthened <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a>’s position as one of the more attractive marina destinations within the Greater Bay Area.A key limitation, however, remains the restriction on the number of people allowed onboard, which is currently capped at 12 including crew and guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361585/image/large-70cf80bbe487d6ffa0401af56b57bf95.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361585">Events and initiatives driving engagement at Shenzhen Bay Marina ClubIn discussing how Shenzhen can strengthen its position within the Greater Bay Area’s yachting landscape, Liu highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships and curated events in attracting new yacht owners. “Partnerships can attract more yacht owners. Promoting Shenzhen as a luxury yachting hub through international events and marketing campaigns will also elevate its profile,” he stated.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a> has increasingly positioned itself as more than a berthing facility by hosting high-profile events that blend lifestyle, branding, and yachting. Collaborations with the Ferretti Group, for example, have featured on-site yacht displays aimed at connecting directly with prospective buyers. The marina has also become a sought-after venue for international fashion houses, with both LVMH and Kering Group holding exclusive events at the waterfront location.These events are also designed to engage the city’s growing base of high-net-worth individuals, many of whom have accumulated their wealth through Shenzhen’s booming tech and innovation sectors. By aligning with luxury brands and curating exclusive experiences, the marina aims to engage this emerging clientele and build stronger links between the yachting lifestyle and the region’s next generation of wealth.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361571/image/large-f23cd9340aa7b6e34973100dd9989505.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361571">Future plans and developmentsFuture plans and developments Looking ahead, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenzhen Bay Marina Club (Company)">Shenzhen Bay Marina Club</a> has set out an ambitious roadmap aimed at enhancing both infrastructure and service. “We aim to introduce state-of-the-art docking technology, expand luxury accommodations, and develop a series of exclusive, members-only facilities and events to elevate the overall yachting experience,” Liu explained. “We also plan to expand into yacht management, strengthen our infrastructure, and engage in wider consultation with industry partners.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361588/image/large-83295bdc5d3dd459a9553995d28d66df.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361588">

Shenzhen Bay Marina Club’s position in China’s evolving yachting landscape

SuperYacht Times  recently visited Shenzhen Bay Marina Club to explore how the marina is positioning itself within the wider Greater Bay Area.

How Shenzhen Bay Marina Club is positioning itself in China’s evolving yachting landscape

The 23.77-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10448" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Forever Young23.77m (77'12&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2019">Forever Young</a> has been sold in-house by the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allied Marine (Company)">Allied Marine</a> with Bill Shewbridge representing both the buyer and the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344666/image/large-07c8202a0aa2b82f5baee22f21bbdea8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344666">Launched in 2019 as part of the Ferretti 780 flybridge series, the motor yacht features an interior and exterior design from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, while her builder completed her naval architecture. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344707/image/large-8e24c21a5a582b44915729697d48c69c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344707"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344709/image/large-8d9c6449cde477acc85105977bd0342f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344709">The motor yacht can accommodate as many as eight guests between four staterooms with a master suite in the mast suite situated to the aft of the lower deck, a VIP double in the fore and two twins amidships. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344685/image/large-9421f604707dd46ee73e6b5d3fa858e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344685"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344683/image/large-b0f01213606f3af0eb54e2d5ccd58217.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344683"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344682/image/large-8e7b6800e4ecbdf3c58d449bb308dbe7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344682">In addition to her interior social areas, she also features a spacious flybridge with options for lounging and dining, as well as a table on the aft deck where her guests can enjoy shaded meals.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344679/image/large-b823d7e6d877c282ba3f2a99967faa57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344679"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344678/image/large-3853c7bfaa032d6b3d3b6f9dc4e5a9b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344678">At the time of her sale she had a last known asking price of $2,745,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344669/image/large-1f3159f5bcd9ab632ecc2e4031d821f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344669">

Ferretti yacht Forever Young sold

The 24m Ferretti motor yacht Forever Young has been sold in house by Allied Marine.

24m Ferretti yacht Forever Young sold

The 29.26-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sol Shine29.26m (95'12&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2014">Sol Shine</a> has been sold in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> brokers, with <a href="https://www.denisonyachtsales.com/2018/05/mike-burke-superyacht-broker/" target="_blank">Mike Burke</a> introducing the buyer and <a href="https://www.denisonyachtsales.com/2019/08/aleks-taldykin-california-yacht-broker/" target="_blank">Aleks Taldykin</a> representing the Seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334776/image/large-809dd862adc8c8d2e211c988081971cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334776">Launched in 2014 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 960 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sol Shine29.26m (95'12&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2014">Sol Shine</a> features exterior and interior design from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, while her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> engineered her naval architecture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334809/image/large-d81c064dcf697c18e57cc69f3869ceaa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334809"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334813/image/large-cd99e20ad04750f1489365b794d0e482.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334813">The yacht features a five stateroom configuration with an main deck master suite, all additional staterooms on the lower deck feature ensuite heads, along with a day head in the main saloon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334787/image/large-1eca337a111f2d06b16c921383483a42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334787"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334788/image/large-a6b594279441fd02ac50d666336654d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334788"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334793/image/large-e9ec31237234a704125f8d589ec04c04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334793">Accommodations for a total of five crew members in three cabins forward, or she can be easily operated and maintained by three crew. She has a top speed of 28 knots, equipped with gyro and fin stabilisation, bow and stern thrusters, a large transom garage, and a davit on the sundeck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/334777/image/large-ba5ebaea273f94dbac37ee49c2291ffc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/334777"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sol Shine29.26m (95'12&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2014">Sol Shine</a> was located in Palm Beach and asking $4,395,000 at the time of the sale.

Ferretti yacht Sol Shine sold 

The 29m Ferretti motor yacht Sol Shine has been sold in-house by Denison.

29m Ferretti motor yacht Sol Shine sold

While the studio’s name has become synonymous with major Italian motor yacht brands such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, due to the iconic designs of yachts like the 66-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vallicelli Design (Company)">Studio Vallicelli Design</a>’s history is deeply rooted in the high-performance Italian sailing yacht sector. Founded and led in the 1970s by architect and professor Andrea Vallicelli, the studio has completed over 170 projects, around 50 of which are in the plus-24-metre segment and just under 40 of those are motor yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348672/image/large-d20250b7e7f7e494b366a4b446f4868e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348672">In 1976, the studio launched its first yachts, the 38-foot sailing yachts Gattone and Ziggurat, designed in collaboration with Carlo Alberto Tiberio. Gattone, the first hull of the V-Cat 38 series, raced in the 1976 One Ton Cup and established the studio as a player within the regatta circuit, a reputation reinforced by Ziggurat’s subsequent success. Over the following years, the studio went on to design consecutive winners, building on their reputation before eventually being chosen to design Italy’s first America’s Cup challenger, Azzurra. Designed for the 1983 Cup, Azzurra&nbsp;was a very fast 12m SI, and her build created a major buzz throughout the Italian and international sailing industries, with the yacht making it to the semi-finals against Britain’s Victory, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Ed Dubois</a>.Despite not winning the Cup, Azzurra returned to Italy to major acclaim and firmly rooted <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vallicelli Design (Company)">Vallicelli Design</a> as a household name in the sector. In the following years, the studio continued to design racing yachts, before moving into the cruising segment during the 1980s. The studio’s entrance to the motor yacht segment came a little later, initially working with the Italian military for small patrol vessels in the 1990s, until a lucky introduction to the Italian shipyard ISA opened up an entirely new sector to the studio. After an initial introduction, the studio was tasked with designing a new series for the yard, which became the 36.45- metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> 120.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/337647/image/large-30eb5056fdc692805ec745ad1a48a673.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/337647">A highly successful model, with 11 hulls launched between 2005 and 2017, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> 120 was the studio’s gateway into the motor yacht sector, and the beginning of a close-knit relationship between the shipyard and the studio that has endured to this day. It was the Italian shipyard, in fact, that built the studio’s first full-custom superyacht, the 63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1691" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kolaha63.0m (206'8&quot;)ISA Yachts2010">Kolaha</a>, launched in 2010. During this time, the team were also developing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a>’s next-generation series, the 50- metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> 500, amidst a number of custom and semi-custom projects.The most notable collaboration between the two companies undertaken during the 2010s was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a>. The 66-metre superyacht, with her black hull, aft deck pool and dramatic sweeping lines, made a major splash in the industry and remains one of the studio’s most recognisable yachts to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/113465/image/large-22c2ddb8d0c83b8426a8d795f1f18b22.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/113465">Speaking on the development of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a>, Andrea Vallicelli explained, “Over the years, we designed a series of steel-hulled motor yachts with aluminium superstructures, between 40 and 70- metres in length, for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> boatyard. The most significant was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a>.” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a>’s success is felt by the studio even today, with the team currently working on a new full-custom 66-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> based on her design, due for delivery in 2026. While the shipyard has been a major supporter of the studio over the years, their portfolio extends well beyond <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a>, and their current fleet of in-build yachts clearly demonstrates this. Not only are there three different <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> WHY series currently in-build, featuring interiors from the team, but they are also building a custom 80-metre at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise</a>, Project Bravo, after the successful <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5994" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roe73.6m (241'6&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2022">ROE</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinite Jest 75.0m (246'1&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2023">Infinite Jest</a>, and an 86- metre, Project 144 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>.Alessandro Nazareth, partner and CEO, explains how the relationship began with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>, “Our collaboration started six or seven years ago while working with a private client who was searching for a shipyard to build a yacht. We approached various shipyards in Italy, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>, just as they were undergoing a management change. Stefano de Vivo, whom I hadn’t met before, reviewed our portfolio and liked one of our designs, a 70-metre yacht, which evolved into <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> 139, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8096" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Njoy72.26m (237'1&quot;)CRN2024">Njoy</a>, launched last year. Our relationship with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> has since grown, and we’re now working together on new designs.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303812/image/large-f57833810268990d5adf7e42d1ae67d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303812">Like their relationship with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>, the studio has developed a close collaboration with the Turkish shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise</a>, with whom they are currently working on the 79.99-metre Project Bravo. The 73.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5994" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roe73.6m (241'6&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2022">ROE</a>, launched in 2021, is the first project born from the collaboration, which was swiftly followed by the 75- metre I<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinite Jest 75.0m (246'1&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2023">nfinite Jest</a> in 2023. While <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5994" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roe73.6m (241'6&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2022">ROE</a> has remained a highly private yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinite Jest 75.0m (246'1&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2023">Infinite Jest</a> has been widely publicised since her launch, with her owners setting out on an incredibly ambitious maiden voyage that took them from Turkey, all the way to Antarctica and beyond. Alessandro adds, “After the quiet launches of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5994" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roe73.6m (241'6&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2022">ROE</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8096" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Njoy72.26m (237'1&quot;)CRN2024">Njoy</a>, the publicity we received for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinite Jest 75.0m (246'1&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2023">Infinite Jest</a> has been a very welcome change for our team, particularly given the spectacular images of her surrounded by icebergs. She proved to the industry that you don't necessarily need to be ice-class to explore the most remote locations and we’ve had many positive reactions and requests from clients since her delivery.”While the studio has historically been known for its exterior and architectural work, in recent years there has been a significant expansion of its interior design department, headed up by Michelangelo Vallicelli. In fact, around 50 percent of the studio’s activities over the past year have been focused on interiors, a department that has been particularly busy due to the collaboration with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>. Not only has the studio been tasked with the interiors of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> WHY series, but they have also developed the exterior and interior of the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> GTX line (with an 80’ launched and a 70’ and 90’ to come in the next years).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/299759/image/large-9cef78b899cd5f09b077e90083e0c4c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/299759"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349148/image/large-3b8a63621de51da5e80f56f87b3b9d7b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349148">First announced in 2023, the 24-metre model represents the next generation for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> shipyard. Michelangelo explains, “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> sought to introduce more comfort and volume to the traditionally sporty, high-speed design. The GTX line achieves this by providing more space and a range of functional outdoor features, such as balconies and an adaptable aft platform. This transformation required rethinking <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>’s iconic style to merge the brand’s speed-oriented DNA with a more spacious and luxurious experience.”The GTX has offered the studio the unique opportunity to design both the interior and exterior of the yachts. Michelangelo adds, “We aim for seamless integration between interiors and exteriors, treating the yacht as a cohesive entity rather than separate spaces. Working on the interiors for brands like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>, our approach involves balancing volume, functionality, and aesthetic. We view yacht design as one unified vision rather than distinct exterior and interior disciplines.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307736/image/large-b697a64f9db974aa66fc26aba9cff337.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307736">Without a doubt, the team has done a remarkable job with the GTX80, packing in far more than expected into a 24-metre hull. Unsurprisingly, the expansive experience with sailing boat design has given the team a deep understanding of balance and structure, and how to operate within limited volumes.As the studio’s interior department expands, it surely won’t be long before it realises its dream of taking on a 360-degree superyacht project, designing both the interior and exterior. “We’re dedicated to continuing to expand in the motor yacht market and look forward to seeing our current projects come to life in the next few years. Each launch is a profoundly emotional moment, symbolising years of hard work and dedication,” concludes Alessandro.This article was first published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-52" target="_blank">issue 52 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for download here.</a>

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The 26.14-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WY8826.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">WY88</a> has entered the market with Della Pearce of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/wy88/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht WY88 for sale</a> features a special edition interior layout, which has been optimised for entertainment, creating a unique yacht for her new owner. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355996/image/large-5d95f49c445bf73f465b4b8743596283.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355996">Launched in 2017 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 850 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WY8826.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">WY88</a> boasts the highly sought-after 'Tai He Ban' interior layout which has been optimised for Asia-Pacific owners. The layout of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale&nbsp;</a>is inspired by the famous Hall of Supreme Harmony, one of the most prestigious and luxurious palaces in Beijing’s Forbidden City, where the most important ceremonies were held in the presence of the Emperor and his dignitaries.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356015/image/large-da0aef196965ff5507611ac79b01813b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356015">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8163" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Advanced Yacht Technologies & Design (Company)">Advanced Yacht Technologies &amp; Design</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WY8826.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">WY88</a> features a modern and contemporary interior design, with large floor-to-ceiling windows illuminating her main saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356017/image/large-3ead4d9b42278f15d46b9e04e9fc0518.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356017">Her open-plan main saloon flows seamlessly into a formal dining area, with a Minotti L-shaped leather sofa taking centre stage in rich brown tones, set against a backdrop of light wood flooring and dark wood wall panels, giving the space a modern and inviting warmth.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356016/image/large-38fb96bbf910a7a9179f0362c20ed817.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356016">The round dining table forward comfortably seats eight, paired with a built-in bar complete with sink and stools, making the space ideal for cocktail receptions or business engagements. A marble-clad partition discreetly separates the guest areas from the crew zones, galley and raised pilothouse, allowing for privacy and a high-level of service.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356007/image/large-5e9baf5ac2173284535b533a81dc040d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356007"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356009/image/large-d733c6098b6f4c9ab91287f225bdd06f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356009"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356008/image/large-573ae2a6744272faaefb3efc11cfdd18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356008"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WY8826.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">WY88</a> can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across two staterooms, a unique configuration for a yacht her size. Each VIP stateroom includes a double bed and ensuite bathroom, while two separate cabins for a crew of three can be accessed via a dedicated entrance near the galley.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356012/image/large-853b07e721449bc00ecf370e16b2acb3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356012"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WY8826.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">WY88</a>’s lower deck has been thoughtfully reimagined as a full-beam entertainment lounge, equipped with a large coffee table, a built-in bar and a 75-inch television, creating a cinema-style experience. The space is served by its own ensuite, offering additional flexibility for owners and guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356005/image/large-95ac5052af48fc4a5717bd7cf4b66531.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356005"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356004/image/large-4220b51d9c35b0c5e4cc50466e008f19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356004">At the stern of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ferretti-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Ferretti yacht for sale</a>, her transom door folds down to form a submersible swim platform, revealing a concealed garage and generous beach club. The main deck cockpit is perfect for alfresco living, with a versatile modular sofa that easily transforms for either lounging or dining.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355999/image/large-5258fa7f0c5682525fe22da11cc2c715.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355999"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355995/image/large-e274505d17d0f2f82cdd783d95bd95d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355995">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WY8826.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">WY88</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> 1,800 horsepower engines and supported by twin ONAN 27kW generators and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2383" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakeeper, Inc. (Company)">Seakeeper</a> stabilisers. This allows her to reach a top speed of 29 knots and a cruising speed of 26 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/337497/image/large-6790d38ecec2ffcd9ab555ee8c57da5a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/337497">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025As the region continues to grow, SuperYacht Times will be hosting the second edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2025 - 2nd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> in May 2025. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2025 - 2nd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> is a two-day annual summit that seeks to inform, assist and advise yachting clients and related interested parties, with the goal to develop the region as a superyacht market and cruising destination.The program focuses on panelists and keynote speakers to discuss some of the most prevalent issues of the yachting industry, showcasing some of the most innovative new technologies and working towards an increased presence for the entire Asia-Pacific region for the industry.The next edition in 2025 will again be held in Hong Kong from the 7 to 8 May. You can <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2025-tickets-1139739805439" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">buy your tickets here.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347647/image/large-583ba22343cbbbace406c76c87d5eef9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347647"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/343984/image/large-8f97f1e946dc4afa3f07d3ff55a8a5a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/343984">

WY88: 26m Ferretti yacht with Tai He Ban layout for sale

The 26.14-metre Ferretti motor yacht WY88 has entered the market with Della Pearce of Camper & Nicholsons, with a unique Tai He Ban layout. 

26m Ferretti 850 yacht WY88 with unique Asia-Pacific layout for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> has announced the appointment of Nicola Camuffo as their new Chief Technical Officer (CTO) and Michele Lauriero as their new Chief Operating Officer (COO). <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355098/image/large-a0133d5607340ab6dade34f96b35c50f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355098"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> is an engineering and design firm specialising in the yachting industry that was established in 1995 by Engineer and Naval Architect Sergio Cutolo. The company operates from three offices in Italy and one in Hong Kong.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>’s newly appointed CTO and COO will collaborate closely with Sergio Cutolo, President and Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, to drive the company’s innovation and growth. Moreover, their appointment is set to enhance the company’s expertise in yacht design, naval architecture, while also streamlining business processes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355095/image/large-1dd38243b4f438478b28b5a0ea554934.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355095">Hailing from Venice, Nicola Camuffo started his career in 1996 after earning a degree in Naval Architecture from the University of Trieste, before moving onto studies in Hydrodynamics and Propulsion at the Marin Institute in the Netherlands and an Executive MBA from MIP Business School.Camuffo has held roles in yachting-related companies worldwide, such as the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut-Benetti Group</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/295" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fincantieri Yachts (Company)">Fincantieri</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolls-Royce Marine (Company)">Rolls-Royce</a> Solutions in Italy and Germany. Most recently, he served as Chief Technical Officer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tankoa Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Tankoa Yachts</a>.In his new role, Camuffo will oversee the technical office, managing over 40 professionals across multiple locations, and improve synergy between the Engineering, Design and Nesting departments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355096/image/large-10000c445478dc37b09f02d17706f5de.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355096">The new COO Michele Lauriero began his career in the Italian Navy as Chief Engineer, before focusing on the design and construction of advanced naval vessels, luxury yachts and offshore support vessels later on. After graduating from the Italian Naval Academy in Livorno and earning a degree in Naval Engineering from the University of Genoa, he launched his career that took him to Asia (Vietnam) and Europe, where he acquired experience in operational management and process optimisation.Lauriero’s previous roles include positions at the Italian Navy, Fashion Yachts, Mediterranea di Navigazione, Group Piriou, VIMATEC Engineering, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Superyachts</a>, and more recently, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Navale Vittoria (Company)">Cantiere Navale Vittoria</a>. At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, he will be responsible for reorganising and overseeing internal operations, facilitating collaboration between the Marine Nest and Yacht Engineering divisions and establishing a new Project Management department.&nbsp;“The arrival of Nicola and Michele represents a fundamental step in our growth and innovation journey, reinforcing our structure to provide a more specialized and integrated service to clients, shipyards, and owners. Their vast experience in shipbuilding and operations will be a valuable asset for our shipyard partners, allowing us to support them in an even more targeted and effective manner,” Sergio Cutolo, President and Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, stated. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355097/image/large-ae28fcc607d2f7267a921299941f3c0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355097">“I am excited to join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> at such a significant time for the company. Our industry is evolving rapidly, and my goal is to enhance <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>’s technical excellence. We will work closely with all departments to strengthen our leadership in the sector,” Nicola Camuffo, CTO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, added.&nbsp;“It is an honour to join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> during this extraordinary phase of growth and at such a dynamic time for our industry. I will bring all my accumulated expertise to help the company, as a cohesive and competent team, meet the increasingly demanding market expectations. Our key focus areas will be innovation, efficiency, quality and excellence in all our projects,” Michele Lauriero, COO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, concluded.

Hydro Tec appoints new CTO and COO 

Sanlorenzo has appointed Daniele Lucà as the new CEO of Simpson Marine.


The 28.49-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 920 motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="L'Opera 28.49m (93'6&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2019">L’Opera</a> sold, with Ferhat Tural of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MetYacht (Company)">MetYacht</a> introducing the buyer and Gaston Lees-Buckley of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238642/image/large-42e99f9a7dfdcb0a6738e932f110f7d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238642">Delivered in 2019 as the tenth hull of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 920 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="L'Opera 28.49m (93'6&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2019">L’Opera</a> features exterior and interior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project,</a> along with naval architecture crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238652/image/large-7f12a88916513c95cd88fbe13f9d6dd2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238652"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238651/image/large-f75487131bbd024838d77dd2a39fc2fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238651"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237910/image/large-11c479df46bff7eeae807c9d0bb6055e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237910">At a volume of 102 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="L'Opera 28.49m (93'6&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2019">L’Opera</a> is capable of hosting as many as eight guests across a four stateroom layout. Further accommodation is also available to support a crew of up to three members onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238654/image/large-e829db3a6f3399e6f1be4f59893bbcdb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238654"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238655/image/large-065cd18a7c412c59187bcd5e332ae99d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238655"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238656/image/large-c042db7b0de13f0f987c76dbd0bd1429.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238656">In terms of exterior amenities, guests are invited to dine alfresco or relax on the spacious sundeck with a flybridge helm, a bar and lounge seating. The sundeck offers shade via awning, while additional sunpads can also be found on the yacht’s foredeck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238648/image/large-20dd9a8d5aac8a251e8f9f817620c20b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238648"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238650/image/large-0f5b4c4d00b5a1da42db3c6ecf94c03d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238650"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238649/image/large-3c9a98b6e35b0f9288b065dd1a002c4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238649">Regarding her performance, the motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 18 knots and a top speed of 24 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238643/image/large-198fde6c83b295c233ea4ccf56a3b058.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238643">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="L'Opera 28.49m (93'6&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2019">L’Opera</a> had a last known asking price of €5,900,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/238645/image/large-b517e002f300ab89e461b793d49e52c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/238645">

29m Ferretti 920 yacht L’Opera sold 

The 28.49-metre Ferretti 920 motor yacht L’Opera sold, with Met Yacht introducing the buyer and Camper & Nicholsons representing the seller. 


29m Ferretti 920 motor yacht L’Opera sold 

Yachts attending Palm Beach International Boat Show 2025

SuperYacht Times takes a look at some of the yachts set to make an appearance at this year’s Palm Beach International Boat Show. 

Yachts attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2025

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> has unveiled the first renderings of a new in-build 24.47-metre model, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a>. Presented during <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2025">boot Düsseldorf</a>, the yacht marks the renewal of the range, which began in 2018.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351038/image/large-fedb553ed4cbe599be170dadaad9dd54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351038">Currently under construction at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> Cattolica shipyard in Italy, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> is the result of collaboration between the Product Strategy Committee led by Piero Ferrari and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> Engineering Department.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351040/image/large-a912d2cf56f1e63c5b70d9d01088db22.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351040">With a beam of 5.91-metres, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> features exterior design by architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Filippo Salvetti (Company)">Filippo Salvetti</a>, with interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">IdeaeItalia</a>. Designed to offer ultimate comfort onboard, she boasts a new concept of separating guest and crew flows on her main deck, with her galley opening onto both the main hallway and the helm station area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351055/image/large-83fbdf2c671798513d28bacf752f7a61.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351055"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351054/image/large-a7cef7cff23308a54f6d622b65aac6de.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351054">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> yacht showcases a bold and modern exterior design, with a gradual slope of the flybridge’s lines down towards the stern. This not only creates a sporty design, but breaks the tradition that they are parallel to the hull.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351053/image/large-2f17148510f7e1620b919c144aeb042f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351053"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351052/image/large-896bb1d845dfc67c59cd02cb9a43dbac.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351052">“With the introduction of a new aesthetic, one that’s particularly clear to see in the surface treatment of the yacht’s sides, the design of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> embraces a bold and functional approach, that elegantly redefines the distribution of spaces between the main deck, the bridge and the flybridge,” commented designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Filippo Salvetti (Company)">Filippo Salvetti</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351048/image/large-6df63a5ec167ad12cbdb15c45d8335e1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351048"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351047/image/large-e0baa1a3bb9022f7d34a0cbea7fc338e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351047">Moving inside, her main saloon illuminated with natural light, thanks to extensive glazing. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> offers two interior decor moods, Classic which boasts earthy elements and Contemporary, which features glowing woods and fabrics in fresh hues inspired by the colours of the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351046/image/large-d12b1a3d68f5317c9c44bd9a72ae39fa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351046">Her dining area seats up to eight guests, with her fully appointed and separate galley directly connected to this space through a sliding section in the bulkhead. Separate walkways allow crew to enter the galley from the outdoor area and then access the wheelhouse without interfering with guest flows.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351044/image/large-7a1f7295a4ab7e050fbc1f69d6800494.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351044">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests on the lower deck, consisting of an 18 square-metre master suite, VIP suite forward and two guest staterooms, all of which have ensuite bathrooms. She can also sleep a crew of six across three cabins. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351042/image/large-0a33b1572f3701125503689b0530a402.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351042">The beach club of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> yacht measures a total surface area of seven square-metres and features a fold-down sofa in the transom. Her 15 square-metre cockpit has a glass parapet designed to extend the view outside and towards the beach club, with access to the crew area from the port side walkway. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351037/image/large-a17db6e47d551a86773eb8244843ad55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351037">Her exterior living area forward features a sunbed and a forward-facing C-shaped sofa designed for comfort, while her 40 square-metre flybridge includes an alfresco dining area and table and a port side bar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351039/image/large-5f2785959c033940f3ea4a55c3645d9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351039"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351041/image/large-729760920999f3712aa6e52faeb4df76.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351041">“Our aim with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> is to breathe life into a boat concept that’s future-forward without sacrificing the brand’s signature refinement,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">IdeaeItalia</a>. “It’s a project that redefines the onboard experience through solutions that combine aesthetics and functionality.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351043/image/large-4aa132730a2842644bfde84c8678e392.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351043">In terms of performance, the standard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti 800/0124.47m (80'3&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2025">Ferretti Yachts 800</a> is powered by twin 1,550 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of 27 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. She can also be fitted with twin 1,800 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, allowing her to reach a top speed of 31 knots and a cruising speed of 27 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351009/image/large-21aa7288bac78c55c3c4d75c3f4d6f56.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351009">

Ferretti Yachts 800: New 24m model in-build

The Ferretti Group has unveiled the first renderings of a new in-build 24.47-metre model, the Ferretti Yachts 800. 

Introducing the new 24m in-build Ferretti Yachts 800 model

The 31st edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show</a> (DIBS) is currently underway at Dubai Harbour, offering a plethora of activities and attractions for visitors of all ages. Running from 19 to 23 February 2025, this year's event has expanded beyond its traditional maritime focus to encompass a diverse range of experiences. We take a look at seven reasons you should attend this year's show.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351746/image/large-0e92c02ac80fba736740f883c5b1f72d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351746">Superyacht AvenueA highlight of the show is Superyacht Avenue, where attendees can admire the latest luxury yachts from renowned global brands. Leading shipyards and brokers are showcasing their newest collections, with 67 international and regional launches on display. Notable exhibitors include Ocean 360, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a>, Cranchi and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>, offering visitors an exclusive glimpse into the world of luxury yachting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351749/image/large-385bf7687b9f4c221fedb8a24f44699e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351749">Dive PoolThe Dive Pool has made a return this year, featuring live demonstrations of the latest diving technology. Children have the unique opportunity to meet a 'real-life' mermaid, adding a touch of enchantment to the experience. Professionals and enthusiasts are showcasing cutting-edge dive equipment, allowing visitors to observe these innovations in action. The full Dive Pool schedule is available on the official DIBS website.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351748/image/large-2be4dccefa1fe7a276abd5db0ab9dce5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351748">Watersports and ActivitiesFor thrill-seekers, daily watersport shows are delivering adrenaline-pumping experiences, including live demonstrations of jet skiing, kite surfing, and flyboarding. These showcases highlight the skill and precision required for such high-octane sports. Additionally, the UAE Fishing Championship, organised by the Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC), is taking place during the event. Schedules and further details can be found on the DIBS website. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351747/image/large-6bc8d83a9663d1759e860f372d7e4364.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351747">Supercar AvenueMirroring the luxury of Superyacht Avenue, Supercar Avenue presents a rare collection of exclusive vehicles. On display are limited-edition models such as the Koenigsegg Regera, Pagani Huayra, Bugatti Chiron, Lamborghini Countach, Ferrari LaFerrari, and McLaren Speedtail. Collectively valued at 360 million AED (98 million USD), these supercars offer attendees the chance to explore automotive excellence up close.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351751/image/large-950aa698c0b73791a31c9d726f77b230.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351751">Culinary DelightsAn array of food trucks from popular restaurants across Dubai is available to satisfy diverse palates. Offerings include tacos from The Maine – Oyster Bar &amp; Grill, shawarmas from Shawarma Station, freshly made burgers at Pickl, gourmet selections from 1762, authentic Italian dishes from Mamma Italia, as well as treats from Pita &amp; Co, House of Pops, Amazon Boost, and Häagen-Dazs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351752/image/large-e459c3897ad944e5236c42aac7f13b1e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351752">Nikki Beach Yacht ClubThe Nikki Beach Yacht Club pop-up combines music, dining, and entertainment, providing visitors with a vibrant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy delicious bites and refreshing drinks, all while listening to tunes from the beach club’s resident DJ and taking in panoramic views of Superyacht Avenue and the wider Dubai Harbour.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351750/image/large-09057cc5d6571eaee7c180ee711bc663.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351750">Kids’ AreaA dedicated kids’ area offers nautical-themed activities such as arts and crafts, slime making, face painting, treasure hunts, and bubble shows, ensuring younger visitors are entertained throughout the event. Children under 12 can enter free of charge when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult, making it an ideal family outing for the weekendThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show 2025</a> caters to a wide audience, from sailing enthusiasts to families seeking weekend entertainment. Tickets can be purchased through the official website.

Why you should attend Dubai International Boat Show 2025

We take a look at seven reasons you should attend this Dubai International Boat Show 2025.

7 reasons you should attend Dubai International Boat Show 2025

The 28.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a> 94 motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4100" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Everything Good28.9m (94'10&quot;)Custom Line2003">Everything Good</a> has joined the market with Paolo Ameglio of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349276/image/large-d462ce5b9be24bc3ab9ba59cdee391df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349276">Delivered in 2003, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/everything-good/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Everything Good for sale</a> features exterior design and interior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, while her naval architecture was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247702/image/large-afd144c7155b8d9be7003477adafb685.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247702"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247699/image/large-cd7b1084b21882b1d750f57020defd1f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247699">At a volume of 170 GT, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is capable of hosting as many as nine guests across a four stateroom layout, including an on-deck master suite, a VIP suite, two twin staterooms and an additional pullman berth. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247710/image/large-fde3e27bd60543cf5ebad738c96fc2d2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247710"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247704/image/large-a5467d302c353726c9d0df6409cab8cf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247704"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247701/image/large-eeba5dab690731b96334efd4090c9d83.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247701">One of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>’s highlights is her converted beach club with a wet bar, a TV, speakers, and storage for tenders. Further alfresco entertainment or relaxation can also be found on the cosy Jacuzzi located on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4100" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Everything Good28.9m (94'10&quot;)Custom Line2003">Everything Good</a>’s bridge. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247712/image/large-82067f97454ca932145ae6b70b6036c2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247712"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247703/image/large-c45c61ad6c48c985270ac17411fce630.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247703">Moving inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4100" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Everything Good28.9m (94'10&quot;)Custom Line2003">Everything Good</a>’s luminous saloon exhibits a combination of glossy dark wood and sumptuous white seating arrangements complemented by an inviting white carpet. The social hub is also flanked by vast windows for plenty of natural light during the day as well as stunning sea vistas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247697/image/large-8b282174b79187d29d7304672801d95d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247697"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247714/image/large-a169dc2185283b7d3f453c51f049d089.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247714">Regarding her performance, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/custom-line/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Custom Line yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 23 knots and a top speed of 27 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247711/image/large-d8b254807460e9e7da406e3045ca8558.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247711">

29m Custom Line 94 yacht Everything Good for sale 

The 28.9-metre Custom Line 94 motor yacht Everything Good has joined the market with Paolo Ameglio of Denison Yachting. 



29m Custom Line 94 motor yacht Everything Good for sale 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show</a> (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a>) is readying for its 31st edition, with more than 30,000 visitors expected at Dubai Harbour to experience the globe’s most exciting maritime lifestyle event held at one of the region’s most sophisticated marinas.Taking place from 19-23 February, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show</a> will showcase over 200 yachts and watercraft, featuring world-renowned brands such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a>, and Yachts One. Organised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai World Trade Centre (Company)">Dubai World Trade Centre</a>, the event continues to expand opportunities for the maritime community - not only presenting the finest in yacht and boat craftsmanship but also introducing a dedicated brokerage section for premium pre-owned yachts, highlighting luxury waterfront real estate, unveiling the latest in marine technology, and fostering new business connections within a reimagined hospitality experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348728/image/large-87e33efa610993ab37f7305608177f42.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348728">Focus on sustainability&nbsp;The much-anticipated five-day event takes place for a fourth consecutive year at the Dubai Harbour. With an ever-growing focus on sustainability across both the industry and the emirate, the show is the ideal stage to demonstrate exhibitors’ ongoing efforts to promote a more environmentally friendly maritime sector and further underpin the UAE’s Green Agenda 2030.&nbsp;“Entering its 31st edition, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show</a> continues to evolve in response to the shifting dynamic of the maritime industry,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai World Trade Centre (Company)">Dubai World Trade Centre</a>. “This year, we are introducing new avenues to expand opportunities for our audience—from a dedicated brokerage section, where buyers can explore a premium selection of pre-owned yachts through expert intermediaries, to an Innovation Zone designed to empower SMEs driving the future of marine technology. As the region’s leading platform for the yachting and maritime sector, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> remains at the forefront of innovation, investment, and industry collaboration.”“As the host and long-term partner of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show</a>, we are proud to contribute to maritime advancements with state-of-the-art facilities and the largest marina in the region that continually sets new benchmarks for luxury and service. Welcoming the 31st edition of the iconic event, we reaffirm our commitment to enhancing Dubai's status as a premier superyacht destination and global maritime hub, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of yachting and seafront living, " said Abdulla Binhabtoor, CEO of Shamal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348725/image/large-ba877a566635238c092c28e98239ff5c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348725">Industry significance and international reachWith a rise of 12.28 percent in yachts visiting the UAE in the 2023/2024 season, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> underscores Dubai’s commitment to accelerating yacht tourism and furthering the city’s position as a top global destination for maritime activities.&nbsp;Mohammed Alshaali, Chairman, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> said: “The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show</a> has always been more than an exhibition for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> – it is a celebration of the incredible journey Dubai has taken to become a global marine and superyacht hub. Over the years, this show has mirrored the country’s bold vision, showcasing world-class innovation and connecting us with a diverse audience of enthusiasts, investors, and pioneers. For <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, it is an opportunity to highlight not just our achievements but our shared commitment with Dubai to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the maritime world. We are honoured to be part of this iconic event that continues to set new standards for the industry and the region."With Dubai on track for another record-breaking year in tourism figures, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> is also gearing up to welcome a significant percentage of its visitors from around the world and exhibitors from 60+ countries, including, new for 2025, Croatia, Japan, Luxembourg, Romania, Singapore, and Slovenia.&nbsp;Innovation Hub&nbsp;With cornerstone events a significant contributor to the ongoing development of Dubai’s economy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> provides not only a platform for established shipbuilders and suppliers, but also a space for startups and entrepreneurs to make their mark on the sector. An Innovation Hub, which launches at the 2025 edition, expects to provide a platform for eight of the industry’s newest SMEs.&nbsp;This year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> has also evolved into a key stage for luxury real estate, showcasing stunning waterfront projects from developers such as Damac, Sobha Realty, and Omniyat that reflect a growing demand for bespoke marina living, and a new brokerage section features industry leaders, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2114" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BehneMar (Company)">BehneMar</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yachts Dubai (Company)">Royal Yachts</a>. Also new for 2025 is a wellbeing lounge where boat crew and captains can relax, unwind, and learn how to ensure their physical and mental health is taken care of during long voyages. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348726/image/large-2244c0716cb6d6a3d2c136ee7c31347a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348726">Beloved returning features&nbsp;DIVE MENA, the only dedicated show for the UAE and GCC diving community, will make its return to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a>, bringing an expanded dive tank to wow visitors with demonstrations and fun activities.Back for 2025, the Proudly UAE initiative honours the country’s rich maritime heritage with locally-made vessels; Supercar Avenue will display 25 of the rarest and most-coveted high-performance cars in the world; specialised trade expos for Equipment Supplies &amp; Services and Marine Luxury &amp; Lifestyle are also confirmed for the show, ensuring visitors can access all elements of maritime life in one space.Acting as a curtain raiser to the dynamic showcase, The Annual Dubai Boat Show Leisure Yachting Conference returns on 18 February with 200 experts lined up to discuss the most pressing and exciting developments in the sector, under the theme of ‘The New Nautical Code: Innovation, Influence, and Experience.’<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348724/image/large-1479ff958c02a24df0c79831e5f3e08f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348724">

Dubai International Boat Show returns for its 31st year

Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) is readying for its 31st edition, with more than 30,000 visitors expected at Dubai Harbour.

Dubai International Boat Show returns for its 31st edition

The 25.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 830 motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Helena25.3m (83'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">Lady Helena</a> sold, with Spiros Andrikopoulos of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Attica Yachts (Company)">Attica Yachts</a> introducing the buyer and Fabrizio Orsi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5397" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Corte Srl. (Company)">Corte</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332839/image/large-0d550dfdf75bd86269346122a4dfd0d3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332839">Delivered in 2006 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Helena25.3m (83'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">Lady Helena</a>, previously named Titidea, features exterior and interior design both created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, while her naval architecture was crafted in-house by her Italian builder. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332858/image/large-051164f38a21c1b9324d23e1b6bdfde1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332858"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332854/image/large-b048126cf6771548e9be4c5eb443d7d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332854">At a volume of 80 GT, the vessel is capable of sleeping as many as nine guests across a four stateroom layout. Further accommodation is available to support a crew of up to three members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332846/image/large-6ec4404a86a130227de36e5bd3738c88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332846"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332848/image/large-4816de6a1bfbf920f7acab54b6afab42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332848"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332850/image/large-55246d1bc7f936e7f591c63ded0fe6fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332850">Thanks to a limited draft of only 1.87-metres, the yacht is ideal for accessing a range of remote or shallow waters, such as reefs, coves, and coastlines, for a variety of scenery onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332842/image/large-1e0f986ce5ee03147e8f4d82d16d92b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332842"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332841/image/large-e0641c86416bff0edcedd8b4fb7531f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332841">Regarding her performance, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 27 knots and a top speed of 30 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332852/image/large-dd6638d2f85bff6d13bbde3184db8b96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332852"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332844/image/large-314be558569f40b86f7fe08ae5e388c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332844"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332853/image/large-da9f591598cf16c111078308224868fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332853">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Helena25.3m (83'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">Lady Helena</a> had a last known asking price of €1,500,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332838/image/large-0f2bba10dacd55212fcd967f93372b2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332838">

25m Ferretti 830 yacht Lady Helena sold 

The 25.3-metre Ferretti 830 motor yacht Lady Helena sold, with Attica Yachts introducing the buyer and Corte representing the seller. 


25m Ferretti 830 motor yacht Lady Helena sold 

The 27.03-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="El Pavica27.03m (88'8&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">El Pavica</a> sold in-house, with Chris Alvarado of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> introducing the buyer, and also representing the seller alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>’s Erik Mayol. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249352/image/large-77fd43aea1e01424b52b55517a9cea78.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249352">Delivered in 2006 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 881 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="El Pavica27.03m (88'8&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">El Pavica</a> features exterior design and interior design both created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project,</a> while her naval architecture was crafted in-house by her Italian shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249356/image/large-81b9031ba5ecf97dc2b65535ca398774.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249356"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249357/image/large-d02a5ab043db02ea8706c9ec5a02292d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249357">Previously named Kavita, the motor yacht is able to sleep as many as eight guests across a four stateroom layout. Accommodation is also available to support a crew of up to three members onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249362/image/large-db1f3243b904c888c72489d73a1297ac.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249362"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249366/image/large-a33299b8ee8794ed97e6a156ceadf4d5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249366"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249364/image/large-906a05de7faf4a15cbed84f150a0e9bb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249364">On her exterior decks, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="El Pavica27.03m (88'8&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">El Pavica</a> offers guests a variety of alfresco entertainment options, including outdoor dining arrangements in either the sunshine or shade. Indoors, her saloon is surrounded by expansive windows for natural light as well as far-reaching sea vistas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249368/image/large-ea1b78ed2c1b762c40f7753fc0a53944.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249368"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249354/image/large-b5884c8f202b1308a5816cb4e70d9a73.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249354"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249355/image/large-2dd578c4c102ebc80663f94f5eeef86f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249355">In terms of her performance, the yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 25 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249360/image/large-b6a34dc7ba16cf051d08b4549a025dfc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249360"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249365/image/large-f06be4a6b37234124a3792380ce5c244.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249365"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249359/image/large-a8095765609bffb611f760e794385c54.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249359">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="El Pavica27.03m (88'8&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2006">El Pavica</a> had a last known asking price of $1,650,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249353/image/large-4e1efc8ceb208983476bde6ed7746ce7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249353">

27m Ferretti yacht El Pavica sold 

The 27.03-metre Ferretti motor yacht El Pavica sold in-house, with Denison Yachting representing the buyer and seller.


27m Ferretti motor yacht El Pavica sold in-house

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS)</a>, the leading maritime event in the Gulf region, is gearing up for its 31st edition. Scheduled from 19-23 February 2025 at Dubai Harbour, this year marks its fourth consecutive year at one of the region's most advanced marinas. Organised by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai World Trade Centre (Company)">Dubai World Trade Centre</a> (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai World Trade Centre (Company)">DWTC</a>), the show is set to feature an impressive array of over 200 yachts and watercraft from world-renowned builders, promising to be a spectacle of innovation and luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345859/image/large-6cd9667d1745348ae5a093c1af6910d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345859">History and evolution of DIBS&nbsp;Launched in 1992 as the 'Watersports &amp; Powerboat Show', the event began as an indoor exhibition at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5344" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai World Trade Centre (Company)">DWTC</a>, attracting 55 exhibitors and 3,000 visitors. Over the decades, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> has transformed, moving to a split 'land and water' format, which included stints at Dubai Creek and later a return to its original venue. This evolution mirrors Dubai’s emergence as a global hub for trade and luxury, paralleling the city’s growth in luxury markets and real estate. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> has become instrumental in propelling the related sectors of hospitality and retail, significantly contributing to Dubai's economic dynamism.The 2014 edition marked a pivotal shift, broadening its luxury appeal with features like a supercar promenade, alongside the latest in nautical design. This expansion was not just diversification but a strategic move to captivate a wider, affluent audience, setting trends that continue to evolve.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345860/image/large-ec1bc6005ce0e5de72df0a37e64cb316.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345860">Shift towards Innovation and sustainability&nbsp;Over the past decade, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> has undergone a significant transformation, marked by innovation and diversification. This period has introduced new sectors like watersports and marine tourism, aligning with Dubai’s broader economic diversification strategies. These additions reflect a strategic shift to encompass a wider spectrum of maritime activities, appealing to a varied audience with diverse interests.Furthermore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> has integrated cutting-edge technologies to enhance the visitor experience. Innovations such as virtual reality and digital platforms offer immersive and interactive engagement opportunities for attendees, enriching their interaction with the event.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345861/image/large-7064e2671d073597256e6dc1b4697abd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345861"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a> has increasingly focused on sustainability, responding to a global trend within the maritime industry. This commitment was prominently displayed in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2023">2023 edition</a>, which featured advancements in eco-friendly materials, electric engines, and other technologies aimed at reducing the environmental impact of yachting and watersports. Leading exhibitors like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">Silent Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean 360 (Company)">Ocean 360</a> showcased sustainable solutions, including solar-powered yachts and electric propulsion systems. These efforts highlight <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS</a>'s critical role in promoting environmental awareness within the maritime sector and contributing to broader discussions on sustainable practices and conservation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345863/image/large-48173c70c48f4d4e30bcb9c29681e827.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345863">What's new at&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS 2025</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show - 2025">DIBS 2025</a> is set to introduce exciting new features, including an Innovation Zone for startups and waterfront developments by top real estate companies. The brokerage division will include industry leaders like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2114" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BehneMar (Company)">Behnemar</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yachts Dubai (Company)">Royal Yachts</a>, alongside leading brands such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> and Yachts One showcasing their latest innovations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345862/image/large-dca9c2a714a30a63cd1a3021990b3d83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345862">Returning features include DIVE MENA for the diving community, Supercar Avenue with high-performance vehicles, and specialised expos for Equipment Supplies &amp; Services and Marine Luxury &amp; Lifestyle. The show will also offer a diverse array of food and beverage options and family activities, ensuring it remains an inclusive and engaging event for all attendees.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345864/image/large-e13808c6ed187ca957f167254de679a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345864">

The evolution of the Dubai International Boat Show

The Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS), the leading maritime event in the Gulf region, is gearing up for its 31st edition. 