Francesca Webster

In a market increasingly defined by rising build costs and limited pedigree opportunities, the 29-metre La Joie de Mer presents a rare proposition: a Jongert sailing yacht that combines Dutch build quality with a notably strong performance profile. Built in 2005 to a design by Tony Castro, she stands apart for her sleek, elegant lines with a more contemporary aesthetic compared to earlier Jongert models, and for a specification originally conceived with performance in mind, including competitive Corinthian and Bucket-style racing.At her core, La Joie de Mer reflects a design philosophy centred on seaworthiness, comfort, long-range capability and, crucially, enhanced sailing performance: qualities that remain highly relevant in today's brokerage landscape.A proven bluewater platform with enhanced sailing performance Designed as a true sailing yacht, La Joie de Mer benefits from a Castro-penned hull that has been further optimised through an upgraded keel configuration, a modification that significantly improves both performance and handling. This is complemented

Designer John Vickers reveals how Solace was sensitively reimagined for family life and a multi-year global voyage, without losing the spirit that first defined her.

Few design studios in yachting have evolved as deliberately, or as quietly, as Vripack . From its early engineering-led roots in Friesland in 1961

SuperYacht Times Newspaper This article was first published in issue 57 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for download here

Industry legend John Staluppi turns to Bilgin for his latest superyacht Project BOND , marking an exciting new chapter for the yard with its largest yacht to date.

Safe Harbor Marinas' acquisition of Monaco Marine has marked a defining step in the group's international expansion, positioning the US-based operator firmly within the Mediterranean – widely regarded as the epicentre of global yachting. Yet, as CEO Baxter Underwood makes clear, the transaction is less about geographic reach alone and more about aligning with the right people, culture and long-term philosophy. We sat down with Baxter and the team at Monaco Marine as they prepared to rebrand the Mediterranean eco-system under the Safe Harbor banner, to understand how this relationship has developed and to find out their plans for the future. A people-led approach to expansion Safe Harbor's entry into the Mediterranean was not a rapid decision. Over a five-year period, the group evaluated multiple opportunities across the region before completing the Monaco Marine acquisition in 2025. The process ultimately reinforced a core principle underpinning its growth strategy: successful expansion begins with people rather than infrastructure. “The

For more than 150 years, Lürssen has built its reputation on engineering excellence, delivering some of the world's most iconic superyachts. Yet behind the celebrated new-build programme lies another cornerstone of the German shipyard's offering: a comprehensive refit and services division that combines the same craftsmanship, innovation and technical expertise with a proactive approach to yacht ownership.Operating across one of the largest yacht-building infrastructures in the world, Lürssen's refit capabilities are available not only to yachts built by the shipyard itself, but to the entire global fleet. From routine maintenance and scheduled surveys to major conversions and sustainability upgrades, the shipyard has positioned itself as a destination for owners seeking complex solutions delivered to the highest standards. Scale, expertise and innovation Lürssen's shipyard network spans northern Germany, supported by a design centre in Croatia and a sales office in Fort Lauderdale. At the heart of its refit operation is the former Blohm & Voss shipyard in

Industry veterans Adam Papadakis and Kurt Fraser have announced the launch of Matterhorn, a new superyacht brokerage and advisory house combining traditional yachting expertise with a more connected and intelligence-led approach to navigating the superyacht market. Headquartered in Monaco and serving an international client base, Matterhorn offers a full suite of brokerage, charter, yacht management and consultancy services, positioning itself as a long-term partner across every stage of the yachting journey.The company is led by Founder and CEO Adam Papadakis, whose career spans more than 25 years at some of the industry's most recognised brokerage houses. Throughout his career, Adam has advised clients on significant yacht transactions, new build projects and refits, building long-standing client relationships and helping drive the commercial success of some of the industry's most respected brands. Widely respected for his discretion, strategic insight and meticulous execution, Matterhorn reflects his belief that exceptional client outcomes are achieved through independent advice and deep

Advertisement We stepped aboard the Numarine 40MXP Mitan in Palm Beach. At 379 gross tons and a fraction under 40 metres in length, the 40MXP is the current flagship in the Turkish brand's line-up.

As contemporary superyacht design continues to prioritise light, openness and seamless connections to the sea, glass has evolved from a purely functional element into a defining aesthetic feature and, with the use of significantly larger glass panels, has become an essential structural component. Expansive glazing now shapes not only the visual identity of a yacht but also its engineering framework, requiring a far more integrated and technically rigorous approach. For German specialist TILSE, this shift represents both an opportunity and a responsibility – to ensure that increasingly ambitious designs are matched by uncompromising structural integrity, durability and precision.Integrating glass from the concept stage Larger glass surfaces have fundamentally changed how glazing is approached in yacht construction. No longer a late-stage addition, glass must be embedded into the superstructure concept from the earliest design phases, with engineers analysing how forces move through the pane, adhesive bond and surrounding structure. Unlike static architectural environments, yachts operate under continuous