The Bayesian Tragedy: A Wake-Up Call for the Yacht Industry
The Bayesian tragedy exposes critical yacht design flaws, urging urgent industry reforms to prevent future deadly maritime disasters.
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Catamarans for Sale: The Ultimate 2025 Buyer’s Guide
Are you ready to explore why catamarans are dominating the 2025 yachting landscape? From unparalleled stability and efficiency to spacious living areas and versatility, these vessels present an irresistible option for cruisers, charterers, and liveaboard enthusiasts alike. In this 1,500‑word deep dive, we'll guide you through
Novamarine Joins YachtWay
They're legends in the maritime world, trusted by yachters and coast guards alike; a go-to shipyard for high-end tenders and support vessels. Boating aficionados don't even need to see the tricolor Italian-themed star to clock a sleek outline and quality build as Novamarine work — and now,
Boat Insurance: An Essential Guide
In the ever-evolving world of yachting and leisure boating, one element remains constant: the need for comprehensive, reliable insurance. Whether you own a luxury sailing yacht, a pocket cruiser, or a high-performance wake boat, the importance of a tailored insurance strategy in 2025 cannot be overstated. As vessels grow more
Data Security for Yacht Buyers: What Legacy Platforms Won’t Tell You
Yacht ownership isn’t just about freedom and adventure— it’s also about trust. And in 2025, trust doesn’t end at the dock. It begins online— with the platform you choose to start your search. If you’re browsing listings, submitting inquiries, or preparing to close a deal digitally,
Sunseeker Confronts Workforce Reductions Amid Economic and Trade Challenges
Sunseeker plans 200 job cuts amid economic struggles and US tariffs, pledging transparency and support during restructuring.
Smooth Sailing Starts Here: Essential Questions Every First-Time Boat Buyer Should Ask
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of buying your first yacht or boat. The sparkle of the hull in the sun, the promise of sea-bound adventures, the joy of entertaining friends on deck—it’s a dream that’s about to become your reality. But before you pop the
State of the Yacht Market Report: Q1 2025
The global superyacht brokerage market opened 2025 on a powerful note, buoyed by renewed buyer confidence, sustained demand for large vessels, and a resurgence in transactional activity. Marked increases in both unit sales and total transaction value during Q1 reflect a luxury sector that, while adapting to broader economic undercurrents,
Seized Superyacht Amadea Finally Cleared for Auction
After three years of legal intrigue and nothing to do but maintenance, one of the world's most most luxurious superyachts is nearly back on the market.
Underwater Drones Might Be the Best New Yacht Toy
Though anglers have been using drones for a few years, stabilization and picture quality are improving, making them attractive options for yachters who just want to see what's underwater without all the usual effort.
A Visual Guide to Hull Types (With Real Examples)
Whether you're about to take an exam or thinking about buying, here's a quick guide to boat hulls.
How to Choose the Right Trawler for the Great Loop
A definitive guide for comfort, capability, and coastal adventure America’s Great Loop is the ultimate inland cruising journey—an epic 6,000-mile nautical circuit that takes boaters through the Great Lakes, down the Mississippi, across the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, around Florida, and up the East Coast via the Atlantic
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How to Watch the World's Oldest Annual Regatta This Weekend
Rhode Island hosts the New York Yacht Club's Annual Regatta beginning June 13th.
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Record-Breaking Attendance and Economic Impact Mark 2025 Palm Beach International Boat Show
The 2025 edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) made waves in West Palm Beach, drawing more than 60,000 visitors over five action-packed days, from March 19–23. With more than 600 brands and over 1,000 vessels showcased—its largest display to date—the show firmly
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Why Catamarans (and Trimarans) Are Exploding in Popularity
Boat shows are pushing catamarans like never before, and that's just what consumers want.
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Top 5 Liveaboard Trawlers for Solo and Couple Cruising in 2025
For many adventurers and long-distance cruisers, the dream of living aboard a trawler isn’t just about transportation — it’s about freedom, simplicity, and the comfort of home at sea. But for solo travelers or cruising couples, the ideal liveaboard trawler must strike a careful balance between functionality, maneuverability, and
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Azimut Expands Asia-Pacific Network
Azimut Yachts has recently expanded its Asia-Pacific footprint by appointing two new official dealers: Europa Yachts in Indonesia and Short Marine in Australia. This strategic move enhances Azimut's presence in a region already encompassing China, Vietnam, the Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan. The company'
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Smart Boat Buying: 3 Financial Tips for First-Time Buyers
As spring awakens the senses with warmer days and blooming landscapes, many start turning their attention toward the water. It's the season when dreams of cruising with friends and family begin to take shape — and for some, that means finally purchasing a megayacht. But before you dive in,
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How to Maintain a High-Performance Boat Engine: A Complete 2025 Owner’s Guide
Whether you're piloting a sleek center console at 70 knots or powering a luxury motor yacht through open seas, your engine is the beating heart of your boating experience. And if that engine happens to be high-performance—Mercury Racing, MAN V12s, MTUs or Yamaha XTOs—the stakes for
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The Most Dangerous Trim Tabs in the World? Our Experience with Humphree on Performance Boats
At YachtWay, we don’t just list yachts—we test them, push them, and uncover what works and what doesn’t. And when something doesn’t, we say it. Especially when safety is on the line. One of the most alarming experiences we've ever had at sea came
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Revolutionizing Maritime Safety: The Fusion of ProteusCore and Sea.AI
ProteusCore and Sea.AI merge advanced sensor fusion, revolutionizing maritime safety with enhanced detection and situational awareness.
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Volvo Penta Unveils Next-Gen Fully Electric IPS Marine Propulsion System
Volvo Penta has taken a bold step into the future of marine mobility with the launch of its fully electric propulsion range—an evolution of its renowned IPS (Inboard Performance System) platform. Initially developed with the commercial marine sector in mind, this new electric offering introduces five modular drivelines engineered
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Superyacht Buying Guide
Buying a yacht is more than a transaction—it’s a transformational decision. Whether your dream is to cruise the Mediterranean at golden hour or explore hidden archipelagos with friends and family, YachtWay is by your side from the first conversation to the final handshake—and far beyond. This is
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Which Are the "Best" Superyacht Shipyards?
The short answer: it depends on what you want to see in a superyacht.