November

As 2025 draws to a close, Australia’s superyacht builder Echo Yachts reflects on a milestone year marked by innovative projects, major achievements, and a strong presence at leading international and national industry events. The shipyard’s latest newbuild, the ASC58 – a 58-metre sailing catamaran, is already generating global excitement. Set to be a world-first, the vessel will feature twin Dynarig automated masts and sails, delivering true zero-emission cruising under sail via its advanced trawling propellers, shaft-generator system, and integrated battery bank. Alongside its newbuild activity, Echo Yachts successfully completed a series of superyacht refit and maintenance projects throughout the year, with additional projects slated for 2026.

The first FD100 Tri-Deck tailored for the European market combines bespoke design and luxurious layouts, setting a new standard for high-volume yachts. Horizon Yachts celebrates the arrival of the twelfth build of its FD100 Tri-Deck model in European waters. Tailored for European tastes, this exceptional yacht stands as the inaugural FD100 Tri-Deck meticulously built to adhere to rigorous RINA pleasure yacht classification standards.

In corporate and maritime travel, finding the “best deal” has long been the priority. Many companies have turned to the Reverse Auction model, sending booking requests to several agents and choosing the lowest quote in hopes of saving costs. On paper, it looks efficient. In reality, it often creates more confusion than clarity, leading to inefficiencies, hidden costs, and fragmented processes. What appears to be a short-term saving can ultimately come at the expense of control, accuracy, and long-term value.

Fema Marine presently has five superyachts at the Palumbo SY shipyard in Marseille, undergoing maintenance and refit, and the highly professional Fema Marine team is on site throughout the refit process. Alfa Nero, Moca, Axioma, Sarastar and La Blanca are all being ‘cared for’. Metin Celep, Fema Marine Sales and Marketing Manager, notes,“Three of the largest boats in our fleet — Sarastar, La Blanca and Moca – have undergone major refits. Main engines, shafts, propellers and other major systems are being fully maintained and repaired at Palumbo SY, in coordination with our team on site. Each yacht is receiving a full re-paint; all main and auxiliary systems are undergoing maintenance and repair, and all large and important operations are carried out with the ultimate care.”

The 2025 Sydney Boat Show, held at the stunning Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour from November 13-16th, was a resounding success for Ferretti Group and regional partner, Ray White Marine. Showcasing the strongest and most impressive line-up at the show, the group presented six magnificent yachts, drawing crowds of enthusiasts, media, and potential clients.

Simpson Marine was delighted to showcase a premier line-up at the Hong Kong International Boat Show and celebrate their 40 th Anniversary. Guests were welcomed by the Simpson Marine Hong Kong team (L-R) Ewa Stachurska Daniele Lucà, Angel Zhou, Nick Stratton, and Tom Allen and guests were treated to champagne and live music, gourmet refreshments and fine wines, and had a chance to connect with fellow yachting enthusiasts.

The 25th Edition of the Hong Kong International Boat Show 2024 attracted over 5,000 visitors to the four-day event. The in-water show featured 50 boats from Italy, France, Finland, Spain, UK, USA and China.

Sentient International is delighted to announce the promotion of Roberta Mallia to the position of Managing Director of its Malta office. Roberta, who has been with the company for several years, brings over two decades of experience in Malta’s financial services sector and will play a crucial role in the continued growth of the Malta office.

Company CEOs Francis Lapp and Constantin Buschmann announced that Sunreef Yachts and BRABUS will develop a unique line of luxury motor catamarans based on the SUNREEF ULTIMA 55, set for release in 2025.Additionally, both companies are committed to expanding this collaboration, with further models to be announced in the near future.

The International Charter Expo know as ICE 24 Expo is a B2B Charter show that puts people first with its matchmaking software that allows exhibitors and attendees to pre-arrange meetings in advance of the show. Now in its ninth edition the event was relocated from Croatia to Amsterdam this year ahead of METSTRADE running from the13-15 November.