1. About The Triton
The Triton is the leading source of news, technical insight, and crew-life coverage for the professional superyacht industry. Our readers are captains, crew, owners, brokers, builders, designers, and shoreside service providers worldwide.
2. What We're Looking For
We accept the following types of contributions:
- News reports — breaking industry stories, regulatory updates, vessel launches, shipyard news, M&A, and event coverage
- Crew Life features — first-person accounts, career advice, mental health, work-aboard culture, and onboard experiences
- Technical articles — engineering, navigation, propulsion, sustainability, refit insights, and equipment deep-dives
- Profiles & interviews — captains, owners, designers, industry leaders, and crew making a difference
- Boat show and event reporting — coverage from FLIBS, PBIBS, MYS, MIBS, METSTRADE, and regional events
- Opinion & commentary — informed perspectives on industry trends, regulation, and culture
3. How to Submit
Send a brief pitch (150–250 words) outlining your story angle, why it matters to our audience, your credentials, and a proposed delivery date.
Submit pitches and finished pieces to editorial@tritonnews.com with the subject line beginning "Pitch:" or "Submission:" followed by your headline.
4. Format and Length
- News briefs: 250–500 words
- Standard features: 600–900 words
- Long-form features and profiles: 1,000–1,500 words
- Submit copy as a Google Doc link or Word document — no PDFs
- Use clear subheads every 200–300 words to break up text
- Include your full name, byline title, contact email, and a short bio (40 words max) at the top of the document
5. Style and Tone
- Use AP Style for grammar, capitalization, and punctuation
- Vessel names appear in italics on first reference (e.g., M/Y Loon)
- Write for an informed industry audience — avoid over-explaining basic terms
- Use active voice and concrete detail
- Attribute claims, statistics, and quotes to named sources
- Avoid promotional language, marketing copy, or unsubstantiated superlatives
6. Images and Multimedia
Every submission must include at least one high-resolution hero image (minimum 1600px wide, JPG or PNG). Articles without a usable lead image cannot be published.
- Submit images as separate files — do not embed them in the document
- Include a credit line for each image (photographer name, agency, or vessel)
- You must own or have explicit permission to use every image submitted
- Captions should be 1–2 sentences and identify people, vessels, or locations
7. Sourcing and Accuracy
The Triton's reputation rests on accuracy. Contributors are expected to:
- Verify all facts, names, titles, vessel specs, dates, and figures before submission
- Provide source links or contact details for any claims that may be questioned
- Disclose any conflicts of interest, sponsorships, or affiliations relevant to the topic
8. Editing and Approval
All submissions are subject to editing for length, clarity, accuracy, and house style. The Triton editorial team retains final approval over headlines, subheads, image selection, and publication date.
9. Originality and Exclusivity
Submissions must be original and not previously published. We require first-publication rights. After publication, you are welcome to share the article via social media or link to it from your own website.
10. Bylines and Bios
Contributors receive a byline with their name and a short bio at the foot of every published article. We can include a link to your website, LinkedIn, or other professional profile.
11. Compensation
Compensation varies by article type, length, complexity, and the contributor's experience. Rates are agreed in writing before commissioning. Payment terms are net-30 from publication date.
12. Sponsored and Promotional Content
We do not accept sponsored content disguised as editorial. Contact Sales@TritonNews.com for paid advertorial and sponsorship opportunities.
