Boat International

Boat International is the number one magazine in the international superyacht market. Launched in 1983 it has been the voice of record charting the superyacht industry for over 25 years and is the globally acknowledged authority in its field. The world's only monthly superyacht magazine, Boat International delivers exclusive and unrivaled coverage of power and sail yachting from the world's best journalists and photographers.

IN THIS ISSUE

Boat International

EDITOR'S LETTER

CONTRIBUTORS

FRANS HEESEN: 1946-2025

ON BOARD • REVEALING THE LATEST NEWS, TRENDS AND TECH

NEWS • NEW LAUNCHES VENTS | CONCEPTS SALES | AWARDS

SPOTLIGHT: NEW TO THE MARKET

SPOTLIGHT: SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

THE BLOW-UP • Gabrielle Lazaridis discovers how global affairs and socio-economic developments are inflating new-build prices but feeding brokerage

HOMEWARD BOUND • The 35th MYBA Charter Show returned to its birthplace of Sanremo this year, attracting record-breaking visitor numbers, spectacular yachts and spirited competitions to Portosole Marina

CLASSICS CONVERGE • In mid-September, Port Hercule will step back in time as Monaco's harbour fills with boats of a bygone era

A DECADE OF DISTINCTION • Over five days in May, the Mediterranean Yacht Show - the world's largest crewed yacht charter show - celebrated its 10th edition in style, with almost 100 superyachts and crews travelling to Nafplio, Greece, to mix with industry peers against a backdrop of the Palamidi Fortress

Surfing gear • From artisan-crafted boards to screen-printed beach towels and splash-proof sounds while you scope out the break, we round up the most bodacious surf kit

BOAT LIFE • CELEBRATING EXCEPTIONAL STYLE AND DESIGN

A MEXICAN WAVE • Once considered something of a novelty, Mexican winemaking is experiencing a major resurgence. Joanna Taylor uncorks the story

HOT TICKETS • Belle Rice picks out highlights from the worlds of art, sport and hospitality for the month ahead

IN GOOD TASTE • Put your money where your mouth is with these new wining and dining wonders.

LA SERENISSIMA • A new wave of buyers are falling for the romance of Venice. Ruth Bloomfield investigates the growing international appeal of canal-side palazzos and ornate appartamentos

ON THE MARKET

BADGE OF HONOUR • Simon de Burton takes the new Rolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre for a drive and finds it might just be the shape of things to come

TASTE MAKER

The beach picnic • Essential accessories for the most civilised al fresco dining

OWNERS’ CLUB • LIVING THE DREAM ON THE WORLD'S BEST BOATS

STEVE OWEN • The owner of the 40-metre Benetti Maverick has come far since his childhood dream of buying a dinghy. Sam Fortescue meets the down-to-earth Kiwi

STEVE OWEN'S HISTORY IN BOATS

I'LL NEVER FORGET… • STEVE RIGBY, OWNER OF AN IN-BUILD 31-METRE

MEMBERS’ LOGBOOK • A first yacht, a recent crossing and Red Sea marvels - owners share their latest adventures and future plans

THE 2025 WINNERS • Each year, owners, designers and builders gather from around the globe to attend the annual World Superyacht Awards, which is overseen by an independent panel of judges. There is no higher accolade than winning a Neptune. The ceremony itself is spectacular too - this year's took place at the Arsenate di Venezia, once the hub of Venetian shipbuilding. We reveal 2025's triumphant yachts

The HIGH LINE • Complex glasswork and intricate design combine in a superyacht that rivals anything in the 100-metre club. Katia Damborsky finds sophisticated exterior form and a treasure trove of clever design on 78-metre Platinum

IS THE WAITING GAME OVER? • The days...