Alternative Fuels in Yachting: Promises and Pitfalls
The structure of a yacht is built to last decades. Shouldn’t the propulsion and energy systems be equally adaptable? The answer is yes according to Capt. Paul Brackley, the CEO…
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Understanding Yacht Classification: Why It Matters for Safety & Value
You’ll likely familiar with the names American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Bureau Veritas, Lloyd’s Register, and RINA. They’re the leading classification societies in yachting. As rare as it is, sometimes…
Rolex Reinforces Their Role as SailGP Title Partner
The Rolex SailGP Championship takes place close to the shore in Portsmouth Late last year, Rolex announced that for 2025, it will expand its commitment to SailGP, becoming its first…
Arel 7 Captain & Crew Indicted in the Death of Mazu Yachts’ Halit Yukay
Turkish prosecutors are seeking prison terms for a commercial vessel’s captain and crew for the death of Mazu Yachts’ founder, Halit Yukay, over the summer. The captain of the cargo…
Where to Charter a Yacht in 2026
If your mind is on a vacation different than before, you have something in common with fellow yachting enthusiasts. “The Mediterranean and Caribbean continue to be destination favorites, but we’re…
Sailing Yacht Kalantis Launches Beneath Moonlight
Southern Wind Shipyard is accustomed to clients pressing for special requests. However, the owner of the sailing yacht Kalantis, which just launched, challenged the team even more. “The brief of…
Yacht Yard Red Flags: What Every Buyer Should Check Before Signing
Building and buying a superyacht is a matter of the heart. However, contracts and cash flow determine who’s smiling when delivery dates arrive. In this episode of The Yacht Law…
1st Sanlorenzo 58 Steel Yacht Perla Lunar Puts Stars in Her Owners’ Eyes
There was a time when Sanlorenzo didn’t build superyachts over 164 feet (50 meters), or in steel. Fifteen years after it splashed its first steel project, hull number one in…
First Photos of Abeking & Rasmussen Yacht 6516
Although her official announcement came last year, these are the first glimpses of the Abeking & Rasmussen yacht 6516. A still-confidential megayacht on many fronts, she has made her way…
Custom Line Saetta 128 Yacht Sparks Change for Planing Yacht Series
Earlier this fall, Custom Line chose to lend a name to its planing-hull series for the first time. It selected Saetta, which translates to “lightning bolt” in English. It simultaneously,…