YACHTING NEWS

Yachting International Radio delivers independent, industry-driven yachting news, covering superyachts, crew welfare, leadership, refits, technology, regulations, and the innovations shaping the maritime world. Updated multiple times each week, the platform provides credible, real-world insight from across the global yachting sector.

Yachting International Radio, also known as Yachting Channel, operates as a global yachting media platform offering podcasts, interviews, and editorial coverage across the superyacht, boating, and maritime industries. Yachting industry podcasts and features are available worldwide via major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and directly through the Yachting International Radio website.

YACHTING UNPLUGGED

Yachting Unplugged delivers sharp, timely coverage of the marine world — from breaking news and policy shifts to trends, innovation, and market shifts. Hosted by Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss, the series blends expert analysis with on-the-ground reporting to explain the developments shaping yachting and boating today. Fast, clear, authoritative updates for the industry.

Yachting Industry Outlook 2026: Consolidation, Refits, and the New Rules of Growth

The global yachting industry closed out 2025 in transformation mode, with consolidation accelerating, refits outperforming new builds, and digital platforms reshaping how boats and yachts are bought, sold, and serviced worldwide.

Yachting International Radio

Dec 23, 20254 min read

Kim Sweers hosts Yachting Unplugged delivering breaking superyacht industry news, highlighting global growth, rising refit demand, and major shifts across the yachting sector.

The Superyacht Industry Enters Its Most Transformative Era Yet

The superyacht industry has entered its strongest growth cycle yet, with refit demand surging, global shipyards expanding, and new innovations—from electric yachts to next-gen flagship designs—reshaping the future of luxury yachting. This week on Yachting Unplugged, Kim Sweers breaks down the forces driving this €50B transformation.

Yachting International Radio

Dec 8, 20254 min read

Kim Sweers reporting on Canada’s luxury tax removal and global electric boating growth at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

Canada Lifts Luxury Tax as Electric Boats Surge Worldwide

Breaking news: Canada officially removes its luxury tax on private boats and aircraft, sparking a national market rebound. Meanwhile, the global electric boating sector surges toward a $21 billion future. From Fort Lauderdale to Amsterdam, Yachting Unplugged’s Kim Sweers breaks down the innovations, the numbers, and the next wave in luxury boating.

Yachting International Radio

Nov 11, 20252 min read

NAVIER 30 electric hydrofoil boat gliding above the water in Fort Lauderdale with carbon fiber foils deployed.

Flying Above the Water: How NAVIER’s Electric Hydrofoil Boat Redefines the Future of Boating

Silence. Speed. Sustainability. The NAVIER 30 is the electric hydrofoil boat transforming how we move across the water — proof that clean technology and luxury can coexist beautifully.

Yachting International Radio

Nov 6, 20252 min read

A New Era of Confidence: Navico Group and Brunswick Redefine Autonomous Docking

From FLIBS 2025, Navico Group and Brunswick unveil the RAD Autocaptain System — a breakthrough in autonomous docking that transforms safety, precision and confidence for boaters everywhere.

Yachting International Radio

Oct 31, 20253 min read

Luxury, Litigation & Launches: What’s Making Headlines in Yachting

Yachting enters a new era of transparency and innovation — from Jan Koum’s design lawsuit to Monaco’s exclusivity debate, historic builds, and global safety breakthroughs.

Yachting International Radio

Oct 21, 20253 min read

The Next Wave: Denison Yachting Worldwide and Alliance Marine Holdings Reshape the Industry

Denison Yachting Worldwide and Alliance Marine Holdings announce major moves reshaping the superyacht industry, from global brokerage dominance to marina innovation.

Yachting International Radio

Sep 16, 20252 min read

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: A Game Changer for Yacht Ownership

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has reintroduced 100% bonus depreciation for charter yachts — but only through 2029. For buyers, it’s a chance to write off the full purchase price in year one. For the industry, it’s a tide of new owners, fresh energy, and unprecedented opportunity.

Yachting International Radio

Sep 5, 20253 min read

Luxury Yachts, Charity Galas, and Key Events: September's Yachting Highlights

September brings two of yachting’s premier events — the Cannes Yachting Festival and the Monaco Yacht Show — blending luxury showcases, industry networking, and philanthropy. Highlights include a Mercy Ships fundraising gala in Cannes, uniting the yachting community to support life-changing medical care while celebrating innovation, connection, and the spirit of giving back.

Yachting International Radio

Aug 11, 20252 min read