Latest yachting news, industry updates, and breaking stories on regulations, technology, and everything shaping the superyacht world.
Political disagreements are inevitable on some yachts, but captains and crew say professionalism, timing, boundaries, and mutual respect are key to keeping differing views from disrupting teamwork and life on board.
Two crew members were rescued after the 26-meter M/Y Hemdemim suffered engine failure, struck a breakwater near Bodrum, and later sank while being towed farther out to sea.
NOV 5, 2026
RPM Diesel Engine Co. and Diesel Services of America have been acquired by an investment group led by Spencer Rubinstein and Darren Snyder, marking a new chapter for the longtime South Florida marine service companies.
NOV 3, 2026
Ten yachts competed in Aqualuxe Outfitting’s annual FLIBS contest, where interior teams showcased their creativity through imaginative table settings, inventive cocktails, and inspired seasonal designs.
NOV 3, 2026
The Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale hosted the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show’s annual Best of Show award on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Terrace Gardens.
OCT 31, 2026
The International Superyacht Society honored standout yachts, captains, designers, and industry leaders at its 2026 Design and Leadership Awards in Fort Lauderdale.
OCT 30, 2026
FLIBS 2026 is offering more than yachts, with visitors able to explore a 305-foot research vessel, take a helicopter flight over Fort Lauderdale, and see a futuristic all-electric aircraft designed for short-range flight.
OCT 29, 2026
This year’s show includes a laundry list of events that should appeal to all departments.
OCT 28, 2026
The 2026 DAME Design Awards shortlisted a record 74 products, highlighting innovation in sustainability, electrification, automation and marine equipment design.
OCT 27, 2026
From humble beginnings in 1959 to hurricanes, recessions, and a pandemic, FLIBS has repeatedly adapted and grown into the massive international boat show that now defines Fort Lauderdale’s waterfront each fall.
OCT 26, 2026
SailGP has opened its first year-round training base in Pensacola, Florida, under a partnership with American Magic designed to develop athletes, strengthen competitive fairness, and support the championship’s expansion.
OCT 22, 2026
After nearly 30 years of supporting crew members throughout their careers, Capt. Scott Miller is now receiving that same support as the yachting community rallies around him during his fight with cancer.
OCT 21, 2026
The Cayman Islands Shipping Registry will host Crew Collective on Oct. 26, offering yacht crew yoga, meditation, mental health support, and access to wellness and education resources ahead of FLIBS.
OCT 21, 2026
Yachtie Minds Matter invites yacht crew to join a beach cleanup on Oct. 29, with meditation, refreshments, and raffle prizes, including a $1,000 gift card.
OCT 20, 2026
The 305-foot Oceanco Draak is expected to be the largest yacht on display at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
OCT 19, 2026
Yacht crew recall some of their strangest experiences at sea, from glowing nets and green meteors to sperm whales, volcanic waters, military explosions, and other sights they never expected to encounter.
OCT 17, 2026
IBEX announced the 12 winners of its 2026 Innovation Awards.
OCT 16, 2026
Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard’s annual Pumpkin Regatta returns Oct. 23 with relay-style racing, costumes, a silent auction, and fundraising to benefit Sail Newport.
OCT 15, 2026
National Marine Suppliers’ 18th annual Yacht Bikers Poker Run will bring together the yachting community, motorcycle and car enthusiasts, and supporters for a day of riding and fundraising benefiting Task Force Dagger.
OCT 13, 2026
ISWAN’s 2025 review reveals rising yacht crew concerns about mental health, bullying, and job insecurity.
OCT 13, 2026
Yacht Workers Council has launched a professional registry that brings yacht crew certifications, sea service, employment history, and references into one verified, crew-controlled career profile.
OCT 13, 2026
After 12 years as a full-time yacht chef, building a career that took him around the globe, chef Edward Atkinson decided it was time to put down roots and open his own restaurant, Scratch, in Mallorca.
OCT 11, 2026
Artificial intelligence is at work on board, but human expertise remains at the helm. From smart systems to remote diagnostics, new technology is changing yachting.
OCT 10, 2026
A port pilot doesn’t replace the captain but works alongside them, combining the captain’s knowledge of the yacht with the pilot’s local expertise to help ensure a safe, efficient passage.
OCT 10, 2026
PredictWind has launched a new Man Overboard app that detects when a crewmember becomes separated from a vessel and automatically alerts the crew, chartplotter, and designated contacts ashore.
OCT 9, 2026
The U.S. Virgin Islands will debut USVI Sailing Week in April 2027, combining three major boating events into four days of racing, island-hopping, yacht showcases, and waterfront celebrations across St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix.
OCT 8, 2026
CrewRenew’s new web app connects yacht crew with South Florida businesses offering discounts on wellness, fitness, recreation and more.
OCT 7, 2026
MIASF will launch RefitX at FLIBS 2027, bringing together shipyards, marine trades, designers, engineers, and technology providers for two days of education, discussion, and collaboration focused on the future of yacht refit.
OCT 7, 2026
