13 January 2025
The Norwegian brand Windy was founded in 1966 by Hugo Vold, whose father was a fisherman. He and his family experienced many anxious moments during the stormy season in the Skagerrk Strait.
The Riviera Yachts brand from Australia is the number one leisure yacht in the world, with an extensive product line known for its versatility and no shortage of luxury - a luxury SUV at sea.
Since its inception in 1964, the Westport brand has built and launched a wide range of vessels, from commercial fishing boats and fast passenger boats to luxury motor yachts. It pioneered the use of composite materials in yacht and commercial vessel construction and has built more than 140 yachts and commercial vessels to date.
10 January 2025
Founded in 1963 by Jack Newington and now owned by the 3i Group, a renowned PE organisation, the British yacht brand Fairline is recognised as one of the world's leading manufacturers of luxury yachts, with its factory and corporate headquarters in the town of Oudle, north London.
American Marquis Yachts brand (Marquis) is an excellent high-level luxury yacht brand that combines international design and American manufacturing technology. With its exquisite appearance, reasonable structure and excellent seakeeping ability, it depicts a brand new chapter of yachts.
As far as one can remember, Polish shipyards have never appeared among the leaders of the European yachting industry. Since the Middle Ages, the country has often been a battlefield full of flames. Gdansk is located in the north of Poland, at the mouth of the Wisla River, known as Poland's most desirable main route to the sea.
09 January 2025
The American yacht brand Crownline is located in Wellington, Illinois, a place famous for its boating industry. From the very beginning, this small manufacturing plant had a simple dream: to build yachts that people would love.
Originating from Italian management, design and technology, the Monte Carlo yachts brand inherits the production essence of the French Beneteau Group (world leader in sailboat building, second largest boat builder in the world and one of the five largest power yacht builders in the world), and is dedicated to the creation of classic and timeless luxury yachts.
The Wally Monaco yacht brand is the world's leading builder of premium large composite yachts and the quintessential luxury yacht brand. In addition to luxury yachts, Wally also develops and produces sailing and motor yachts, which can be customised for size and slip.
08 January 2025
Founded in 1978, the German Bavaria yacht brand has been renowned for its outstanding performance and affordable prices for many years. As one of Europe's largest and top shipbuilders, the yacht brand offers excellent quality and permanent value.
Italy's famous SessaMarine yacht brand specialises in luxury yachts from 18ft to 70ft, including an open flybridge range, a sports hardtop range and a speedboat range. The company was founded in 1958 and produced 25,000 small boats in the 1970s.
The Montefino brand was founded in 1980 by Carlson Yachts to sell yachts outside the U.S. In 1985, the first Montefino 52-footer was successfully delivered to a Japanese client.
07 January 2025
In 1989, Jeanneau launched Prestige: a brand of luxury powerboats with exceptional build quality and an elegant, refined look. Since its creation, the brand has become a reference point in the world of powerboats.
Founded in 1978 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the OceanAlexander yacht brand of Taiwan, China, is the largest yacht manufacturer in China and one of the three top brands in the United States. It provides one-stop service for manufacturing, marketing, after-sales service, finance, insurance and holiday planning.
06 January 2025
Hanse Yachts has always insisted on the concept of ‘breaking the rules and leading the fashion’, and in 1993, the first Hanse 291 sailboat was launched on the market, which caused a great sensation in the yachting industry.
The founding company of the domestically produced Taiwanese yacht brand Horizon is Chia Hong Yachts Co., Ltd, founded in 1987 by the current Group CEO, Mr Lui Chia-Yang. Mr Lui graduated from the Department of Naval Architecture of the National Taiwan Ocean University.
The Spanish yacht brand Rodman is one of the oldest yacht brands in the world. The brand started with the military boat manufacturing, Rodman has customised cruisers for the Spanish Navy, and became the designated supplier.
04 January 2025
American Chris (Chris Craft) Yacht Company was founded in 1874, headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, southern United States, with 72 agents around the world.
Riva Yachts, founded in 1842 in Italy, is a world-renowned yacht brand specializing in the production of open flybridge motor yachts ranging from 8 to 50 meters in length.
12 October 2024
Introduction to the British Sunseeker Yacht Brand.
18 October 2024
Lagoon Yacht, a brand belonging to the French Group Beneteau, is the world's largest luxury catamaran brand, ranking first in design, manufacturing, and sales within the industry.
Introduction to the History of the French Yacht Brand Jeanneau
North America's largest sailing brand: Hunter, which builds more than 3,000 sailboats a year, and has been a market leader in North America for its heavy-duty Keelboats, in addition to light sailboats for general sports and recreation (and has also achieved excellent results in Europe).
17 January 2025
Nimbus Yachts of Sweden is a specialist builder of major sports and leisure yachts in Scandinavia and one of the oldest and most respected shipyards in Europe. For decades, the brand's yachts have been the symbol of a ‘good boat’, thanks to their insistence on building high-quality products and creating a noble reputation amongst their peers.
20 January 2025
As a yacht owner with over a decade of experience in yachting and brokerage, I regularly contribute practical reviews and maintenance advice to authoritative publications like Boat International and Yachting World. I have owned and operated multiple vessels ranging from family cruisers to ocean-going expedition yachts.
03 November 2025
Learn the 10 hidden costs every yacht buyer should know, including taxes, insurance, maintenance, mooring, and fuel, to avoid unexpected financial surprises.
31 October 2025
This article distills the lessons I learned and gathered from maintenance experts: the five most overlooked maintenance blind spots for first-year yacht owners. If you've recently bought a yacht, read this carefully. These insights will save you significant unnecessary expenses and extend your vessel's lifespan.
30 October 2025
Over the past decade, I have assisted dozens of yacht owners in configuring insurance, negotiating policy terms, and handling claims. I recall a recent case last summer when a client cruising the Mediterranean was forced to halt operations off the coast of Croatia due to mechanical failure. Thanks to the Hull & Machinery coverage and emergency towing protection we secured during underwriting, they ultimately received approximately 80% reimbursement for repair costs.
27 October 2025
Discover the 7 key factors to consider before buying a catamaran yacht. From sailing performance, stability, and budget planning to legal requirements, this guide helps you make an informed decision for a safe and enjoyable maritime experience.
24 October 2025
If you buy a yacht, to help you sail with greater peace of mind next time, today's article will cover the seven most common component failures on yachts and provide practical emergency repair methods. Whether you're an experienced captain or a novice just starting out, following this checklist item by item will help you avoid detours and prevent losses when it matters most.
22 October 2025
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