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From Yacht Chef to Chocolatier: How Kara Caputo Built Anchor Chocolates
After 14 years working aboard private yachts, former chef and first mate Kara Caputo brought her yachting skills ashore to build a handcrafted chocolate business.
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Kevin Maher is Triton's editor-in-chief. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he has a background in investigative journalism from the University of Florida. Reach Kevin at kevinmaher@tritonnews.com
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New Mandatory PSSR Training for Captains and Crew
New MCA rules require affected UK-certified captains and crew to complete updated PSSR training on preventing and responding to violence, harassment, bullying, and sexual misconduct by March 31, 2027.
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One Dead, Six Rescued After Storm Destroys Yachts Off Cyprus
A violent storm off Cape Greco drove three anchored yachts onto rocks Saturday, leaving one person dead, six rescued from the water, and two vessels destroyed.
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Blue Wake Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists
Monaco Yacht Show has named 15 finalists for its 2026 Blue Wake Awards, recognizing independently assessed innovations in sustainable materials, energy efficiency, yacht construction, tenders, and marine services.
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Far From Shore, Seconds Count: Arthur Lih’s Mission to Bring LifeVac Aboard Yachts
Inventor Arthur Lih turned a father’s fear into LifeVac, a suction device designed to help during choking emergencies. Now, he wants to see the device aboard yachts around the world, where emergency help may be far away and every second counts.
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The Biggest Yacht at the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show
Oceanco has confirmed that the 111-meter M/Y Leviathan will attend this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, where it is set to take the title of the largest yacht on display.
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Safe Harbor Leads Push to Grow St. Kitts and Nevis’ Superyacht Sector
Safe Harbor is leading a coordinated effort to position St. Kitts and Nevis as a premier Caribbean destination for the global superyacht industry.
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French Investigation Puts Yacht Crew Visa and Employment Rules in Focus
As French authorities examine how foreign crew enter the country for training and employment, the PYA has issued detailed guidance on what yacht crew and recruitment agencies can and cannot legally do.
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MARAD Awards $35.18M to 45 U.S. Shipyards: Full 2026 Grant List
MARAD awarded $35.18 million to 45 shipyards across 24 states and one U.S. territory through its 2026 Small Shipyard Grant Program.
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Newly Delivered $9.1 Million Yacht Sinks Off Sardinia
A newly delivered $9.1 million motor yacht sank off Porto Cervo, Sardinia, following a reported fire that damaged seals aboard the vessel.
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MIASF Fills the Boat for Broward County Students
The Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s (MIASF) Fill That Boat Back-to-School Provisioning campaign reached 100% capacity.
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Safe Harbor Marinas to Acquire MarineMax in $1.5 Billion Deal
MarineMax and Safe Harbor Marinas, a portfolio company of Blackstone Infrastructure, announced that the two have entered into a definitive agreement.
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Mister Pete Claims $3.5 Million Top Prize at White Marlin Open
Sportfisher Mister Pete of Charleston, South Carolina, claimed the 53rd White Marlin Open’s top prize on Saturday.
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Can U.S. Yacht Building Power the Next Era of Refit?
As large yachts increasingly seek major refit work overseas, U.S. builders and industry leaders say expanding domestic capacity, skilled labor, and long-term service support could help keep more projects — and their economic impact — at home.
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FHG Marine Engineering Acquires Scott Marine Power
FHG Marine Engineering announced the acquisition of Scott Marine Power, expanding its marine service capabilities across South Florida.
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Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky Sued for €17.5 Million Over Superyacht Deal
Chris Cecil-Wright, founder of Cecil Wright & Partners, is suing Nik Storonsky, co-founder and chief executive of Revolut, for €17.5 million over a superyacht deal.
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The Rolex Swan Cup Returns to Porto Cervo with Record Participation
The 23rd Rolex Swamp Cup is returning to Porto Cervo from Sept. 14–19 with a record participation of 160 yachts already confirmed and additional entries still arriving.
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Paige Bell Foundation Announces Memorial Golf Day Fundraiser to Support Yacht Crew Safety Initiatives
The Paige Bell Foundation announced The Paige Bell Memorial Golf Day — an event that will bring together the yachting community for a meaningful day of golf, remembrance, connection, and fundraising in Paige’s name.
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Triton Vol. 5 No. 4
Triton's new Future of Yachting issue.
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Seven Boats Destroyed in Hilton Head Marina Fire
A fire at Hilton Head Island marina destroyed seven boats Wednesday morning.
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Grady-White Owner Gifts Company to Purpose Trust
Eddie Smith, owner of Grady-White Boats, announced that he has gifted control of the company to a perpetual purpose trust on Monday.
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Orcas Sink Sailing Boat Off Spain’s Coast
A pod of orcas sank Idem, a sailing boat, off the coast of Cape Estaca de Bares in Galicia, Spain, on July 23.
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How War in the Gulf Changed Dubai’s Yachting Sector
The Gulf’s yachting industry has remained resilient through the conflict, adapting with tighter safety protocols, cautious routing, leaner operations, and increased risk monitoring.
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The Missing Link in Yacht Design: Meeli Lepik on Bridging the Gap in Yacht Interiors
Triton spoke with Meeli Lepik, founder of Holistic Yacht Interiors, about her journey from life at sea to launching her own business.
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