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BOAT Briefing

BOAT International

BOAT International presents the latest news from the world of superyachts with exclusive interviews, breaking stories and behind-the-scenes access.

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282: How sharks have become the money-spinners of the...

BOAT Briefing ·

2026/04/23

From sharks and sea cucumbers to turtles and seahorses, wildlife crime isn’t just an environmental crisis threatening entire species - it’s a highly lucrative criminal enterprise, worth up to USD 20 billion per year and often seen as lower risk than drug trafficking. Olivia Swaak-Goldman, executive director of the Wildlife Justice Commission, is working to change that. In this episode of the Big BOAT Interview, she explains how her team tracks and targets the kingpins behind vast international

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281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter

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2026/04/17

What does it take to run and sell a superyacht charter in one of the most remote regions on Earth? In this episode of BOAT Briefing, we go on board the 48-metre Oceanfast yacht Big Sky in French Polynesia, where BOAT’s head of digital content Holly Margerrison speaks directly to the people behind the experience. From charter manager Cam Bray to Captain Brett Woodford and broker Halle Scott, we explore what it takes to operate in the South Pacific – from logistics and provisioning to local

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23:06

280: Inside the St Barths Bucket: Exploring the Magic...

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2026/04/02

Join BOAT Group Editorial Director Ed Slack as he sits down with Henry Hawkins, EVP of Baltic Yachts, to uncover the magic of the St Barths Bucket Regatta. This invitation-only superyacht event blends thrilling pursuit racing with a gentlemanly atmosphere, prioritizing camaraderie and social connections over competition. Ed and Henry share their firsthand experiences of this extraordinary gathering, offering a fresh perspective on one of the sailing calendar’s most prestigious events.This episode

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279: The Big BOAT Interview: John Caudwell on the...

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2026/03/27

Chartering a yacht is often framed as a way to offset costs. For John Caudwell, it’s a business. With years of experience running his 73m yacht Titania for charter, he tells Caroline White what owners should understand before entering the market. Read more about the charter experience from every angle in BOAT International’s April charter issue.This episode of BOAT Briefing is sponsored by Amico & Co, a Genoa-based, family-owned refit yard with more than 200 years of maritime heritage,

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37:54

278: Everything you should know ahead of the 2026...

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2026/03/13

It's Show time in Palm Beach! In this week’s BOAT Briefing podcast, US Editor Cecile Gauert and Business Editor Gabrielle Lazaridis discuss the upcoming Palm Beach International Boat show, revealing insider tips and the some of the must-sees at the show, as well as BOAT International’s first Introduction to Superyacht Ownership event. They go over some of the history and the market trends in the United States, currently the world’s biggest yacht market, which are shaping this show and morphing it

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19:40

277: Middle East tensions, Sunseeker’s new owners and...

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2026/03/06

In this business-focused episode of BOAT Briefing, online editor Holly Margerrison is joined by BOAT’s business editor Gabrielle Lazaridis to unpack a week of unusually intense industry news. The pair discuss the operational and insurance implications of escalating tensions in the Middle East and what they mean for yacht movements. They also examine the latest ownership changes at Sunseeker, leadership restructuring at The Italian Sea Group and the escalating takeover battle surrounding US giant

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276: French Polynesia by superyacht – plus five...

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2026/02/27

In this episode of BOAT Briefing, online editor Holly Margerrison is joined by travel and charter editor Georgia Boscawen to explore two very different sides of the superyacht world. After cruising the Society Islands on board 48-metre Oceanfast yacht Big Sky, Holly shares a first-hand account of navigating French Polynesia by yacht – from the dramatic peaks of Moorea and encounters with humpback whales to the practical realities of reaching and chartering in one of the most remote destinations on

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20:55

275: Is this the brand that will change the...

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2026/02/13

This week on BOAT Briefing, travel and charter editor Georgia Boscawen sits down with Anna Nash, president of Explora Journeys, to discuss how the brand is reshaping perceptions of ocean travel. Ahead of the delivery of Explora III, Nash reveals how Explora Journeys is redefining modern cruising and carving out its place in the ultra-luxury market. A relative newcomer that launched its first vessel in 2023, the brand is pursuing an ambitious expansion plan, with six ships on track for delivery by

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35:17

274: BOAT Design & Innovation Awards 2026: The...

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2026/02/01

In this special edition of BOAT Briefing Caroline White and Cecile Gauert project themselves to a cool evening in Kitzbühel, Austria, when the winners collected their beautiful Minervas at the 2026 BOAT Design & Innovation Awards ceremony. The two go through all the winners and categories, and reveal some of the thought process involved in the judges' choices to select winners among a strong field of finalists.This episode of BOAT Briefing is sponsored by Amico & Co, a Genoa-based,

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34:14

273: Fraser’s view from the top: Anders Kurtén on...

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2026/01/26

In conversation with BOAT International’s online editor Holly Margerrison, Fraser's CEO Anders Kurtén reflects on nearly three years at the helm of one of the superyacht industry’s most established brokerages. The discussion spans brokerage and charter performance, shifting client demographics, the rise of far-flung destinations, sustainability and transparency – and what the data is revealing about where the market is heading next.This episode of BOAT Briefing is sponsored by Amico & Co, a

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34:53

272: St Barths sightings, 2026 deliveries and the...

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2026/01/16

In the first BOAT Briefing podcast of the year, online editor Holly Margerrison and business editor Gabrielle Lazaridis kick off 2026 by taking stock of the market’s early signals. From counting the superyachts spotted in St Barths and what that activity reveals about the charter landscape, to looking ahead at the most anticipated yacht deliveries due to hit the water in 2026, the duo unpack what’s coming next. They also reflect on the biggest business stories of 2025, revisit BOAT International’s

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34:57

271: What the superyacht industry can learn from...

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2025/12/19

This week on BOAT Briefing, online editor Holly Margerrison is joined by Leo Walker, Founder and CEO of Who Dares Group and a former member of the UK’s Special Boat Service. Drawing on his experience in elite military teams, Leo discusses leadership, resilience and decision-making under pressure, and how those principles translate to life on board today’s superyachts. From crew retention and mental resilience to teamwork when things go wrong, the conversation examines what the superyacht industry

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31:05

270: ‘It’s like landing a jumbo jet, over and over...

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2025/11/05

In this episode of The Big BOAT Interview, BOAT’s Content Director Lucy Dunn sits down with trailblazing captain and ice pilot Maiwenn Beadle - the first woman ever to take a superyacht through the legendary Northwest Passage. From navigating ice-choked waters to balancing razor-sharp safety decisions with the pull of exploration, Beadle shares her insights into what it takes to operate in some of the planet’s most demanding environments. Beadle is taking part in the panel debate Are Permits Holding

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269: An insider's guide to FLIBS (the Fort Lauderdale...

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2025/10/24

This week on BOAT Briefing, we’re welcoming a new voice to the show - Dockwalk magazine’s editor, Erik Petersen. A Fort Lauderdale native, Erik joins our BOAT International US editor, Cecile Gauert, to dive into one of the biggest events in the yachting calendar - and in all of Florida - the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, which kicks off on October 29. They chat about the scale and impact of this long-running spectacle, which began rather humbly back in 1959, and run through a few of the

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268: Superyacht Secrets: Expert advice on buying,...

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2025/10/15

This week on BOAT Briefing, we’re diving into the high-stakes world of superyacht ownership with a special episode recorded from the Monaco and London offices of international law firm HFW. Whether you’re buying, building or chartering, every step of the yachting journey comes with complex contracts, regulations and potential pitfalls - making expert advice essential.Joining us are HFW specialists Andrew Charlier, Alex Sayegh, Jessica Taylor and George Kaye, who share their insider knowledge on

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50:06

267: Monaco Yacht Show 2025: Inside the biggest...

BOAT Briefing ·

2025/10/10

In this bumper post-Monaco Yacht Show debrief, online editor Holly Margerrison and business editor Gabrielle Lazaridis unpack a whirlwind week on the docks, packed with premieres, parties and press scoops. From Benetti’s 107-metre Mar stepping in as the show’s largest yacht to standout debuts and insight into Feadship's Breakthrough, the pair relive a week of design innovation. They share insights from exclusive one-to-one announcements, including GX Superyachts’ new explorer series and Heesen’s

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28:05

266: From profitability to superyachts: Princess...

BOAT Briefing ·

2025/10/03

After a six-year absence from the Monaco Yacht Show, Princess Yachts returned in style with the unveiling of its new Odyssey superyacht series. Online editor Holly Margerrison steps on board the Princess Y95 during the show for an exclusive chat with CEO Will Green, exploring the British builder's turnaround to profitability, its foray into the outboard dayboat sector with the C48, and the decision to re-enter the 30-metre-plus market.Articles discussed in the episode: Monaco live blog:

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265: Monaco Yacht Show preview: The trends, the data...

BOAT Briefing ·

2025/09/19

In this week’s BOAT Briefing, online editor Holly Margerrison is joined by news editor Dea Jusufi to unpack the latest from the Cannes Yachting Festival – from the numbers behind the show to the standout yachts that captured attention – before looking ahead to the Monaco Yacht Show 2025. They preview some of the biggest debuts set to hit Port Hercule, from Amels’ Energy to Heesen’s reimagined Solemates, and discuss the market trends shaping this year’s event. Plus, Holly and Dea share their personal

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264: From trawler to trailblazer: How Scintilla Maris...

BOAT Briefing ·

2025/09/12

What happens when a superyacht owner opens his vessel to marine researchers on the wild coast of Iceland? In this Big BOAT Interview, online editor Holly Margerrison sits down with Scintilla Maris owner Erik Vonk, who transformed a 1989 fishing trawler into a go-anywhere expedition yacht – and then welcomed scientists on board through the Yachts for Science initiative. Speaking shortly the voyage, Erik shares the 17-year story of converting Scintilla Maris, what it was like hosting Dr. Paige Maroni

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263: Cannes Yachting Festival: The return of the...

BOAT Briefing ·

2025/09/08

In this week’s BOAT Briefing, Online Editor Holly Margerrison and Travel & Charter Editor Georgia Boscawen preview the standout yachts expected to make an appearance at the Cannes Yachting Festival, where the 50-metre-plus segment makes its long-awaited return. They unpack the latest boat show data, before Holly quizzes Georgia on her top travel tips for Cannes. The conversation then turns to the brokerage market, with last-minute September charters and the biggest price drops of August, before

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