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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.
From PR to Superyachts: Elle Fisher’s Journey Into Superyacht Crew Life
Superyacht Crew Life looks glamorous from the quay, but Elle Fisher’s story reveals the long hours, tight quarters, and emotional resilience required behind the polished decks.
Yachting International Radio
Sep 14, 20253 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
Finding Your Voice at Sea: Why Communication Is the Key to Crew Wellbeing
In yachting, communication isn’t a luxury — it’s survival. Long hours, cultural differences, and high-stress environments make voice, body language, and self-awareness critical to safety and wellbeing. Communication coach Alicia Sedgwick shares how confidence grows when voice meets purpose, why suppressed feelings turn toxic, and the tools every crew member needs to speak with clarity, set boundaries, and build trust.
Yachting International Radio
Sep 4, 20253 min read
Empowering Youth for the Blue Economy
The Brilliant Blue Challenge 2025 is more than a competition — it’s a global workforce pipeline for the Blue Economy. High school students from 40+ countries design solutions in renewable energy, autonomous systems, and marine sustainability, with pathways leading to scholarships, internships, and real-world incubation. “It’s not just an awareness program — it’s a workforce development program.”
Yachting International Radio
Sep 3, 20252 min read
Marathon for Mental Health: Crew Supporting Crew, One Step at a Time
The Marathon for Mental Health is uniting yacht crew worldwide from October 10–31, 2025. Led by Mel White of Seas the Mind, this flexible challenge invites crews to walk, run, or hike a marathon distance while raising vital funds for ISWAN’s 24/7 Yacht Crew Help service. With global meet-ups, team spirit, and practical onboard support tools, it’s crew caring for crew — one step at a time.
Yachting International Radio
Sep 2, 20252 min read
When Grief Roars: Elle Fisher’s Journey Through Loss, Survival, and Healing
Suicide grief doesn’t whisper—it roars. Author and advocate Elle Fisher has faced it again and again: losing her mother at 16, her best friend Jess, her cousin Dakota, and her fiancé Christian. Each loss reshaped her life, from London’s music scene to the world of yachting, and finally to Mexico, where she chose deep rest over distraction. Her journey is not one of easy answers, but of resilience, survival, and the courage to speak the unspeakable.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 31, 20253 min read
Malta Ship Registry: Why Flag Choice Matters
Malta Ship Registry has become Europe’s largest and one of the most respected flags worldwide. Registrar General Dr. Ivan Tabone explains how a solid legal framework, practical yacht codes, and 24/7 accessibility make Malta a trusted choice for owners, financiers, and seafarers.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 29, 20253 min read
How to Go Broke in Yachting — and Why Financial Discipline Matters
Yachting may offer high salaries and luxury surroundings, but without yachting financial discipline it’s easy to fall into traps that drain wealth as fast as it’s earned. Veteran captain-turned-broker Antonio Palazuelos Archdale shares candid lessons on the Luxe Chaser, the Hoarder, and other crew archetypes — and why building savings, balance, and an exit plan is the only way to turn short-term earnings into long-term security.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 27, 20253 min read
Charting a Clear Course: Maritime Marketing in the Digital Age
From liveaboards in the Red Sea to digital consulting for small and medium-sized businesses, Frédéric “Fifi” Morisod and Mik Jennings have transformed their passion for the ocean into a mission: helping companies in diving, yachting, and beyond navigate the fast-changing world of digital strategy. Their approach goes far beyond social media — it’s about creating authentic connections, building trust, and turning experiences into lasting growth.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 27, 20252 min read
Relief Crew Foundation: Bringing Yachting Skills to Humanitarian Shores
Discover how Humanitarian Yachting through the Relief Crew Foundation empowers yacht crew to use their skills in global volunteering projects that transform communities and inspire lasting change.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 25, 20252 min read
Leading Across Generations: Captain Dundas on Redefining Leadership at Sea
Leadership in yachting is often viewed through the lens of hierarchy and authority. But Captain Dundas, with 18 years in the industry and 12 as a captain, sees it differently. By embracing adaptability, values-driven decision making, and two-way feedback, he has reshaped his command—and found new purpose in the role. His insights reveal how modern leadership can reduce turnover, strengthen crew culture, and bring genuine enjoyment back to the bridge.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 22, 20252 min read
Retaliation and Silence at Sea: Why Litigation May Be the Crew's Strongest Weapon
Retaliation, NDAs, and silence at sea continue to shape the hidden challenges yacht crew face worldwide. This feature explores how Maritime Law empowers seafarers to fight unlawful termination, challenge abusive behaviour, and pursue real accountability across the industry.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 20, 20255 min read
The Leadership Shift Yachting Needs: Why Crew Wellness Starts at the Top
“We’ve got too many ambulances at the bottom of the cliff. What we need are guardrails at the top.”
Captain Liam Devlin and WaveWellness Founder Xanthe Bowater dive deep into what real leadership looks like onboard superyachts—where supporting crew wellbeing isn’t a perk, but a responsibility.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 20, 20253 min read
America’s Superyacht Surge: Why Lürssen Planted Its Flag at Pier 66
Lürssen’s arrival at Pier 66 marks a turning point in the American superyacht landscape. In this exclusive conversation, Director Timothy Hamilton explains why Fort Lauderdale has become the true global capital of yachting, how U.S. owners are reshaping the market, and what the future looks like for shipbuilding, crew culture, and the world’s largest yachts.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 17, 20258 min read
Feeding Resilience: How Nutrition Shapes Health and Performance at Sea
Veteran yacht chef Polly Baptist has spent decades proving that nutrition is as critical as training when it comes to resilience at sea. Her message is clear: diversify the crew mess, feed the gut–mind connection, and invest in what’s on the plate — because that’s an investment in the people who eat from it.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 15, 20253 min read
Empowering Women in Yachting: Training, Growth, and Building Stronger Crews
The interior crew are the face of any yacht — yet often the least supported when it comes to training and career progression. Industry leader Gemma Hulbert is changing that, championing equal opportunities, professional confidence, and wellbeing for stewardesses worldwide. From mastering technical skills to setting boundaries and building leadership, her approach empowers women in yachting to thrive at sea and beyond.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 12, 20254 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
Navigating the Waters of Yachting Lawsuits: A Look at Class Actions and Industry Impacts
Class action lawsuits are reshaping the yachting industry, challenging unfair practices and pushing for greater transparency. The ongoing case against Safe Harbor Marinas highlights how collective legal action can protect consumers, set industry precedents, and drive positive change in billing, customer service, and trust between companies and vessel owners.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 10, 20254 min read
Navigating the Transition from Yacht Life to Land: Lessons from Former Yachtie Craig Condy
Craig Condy’s journey from superyacht crew to business coach reveals the realities of yachting career transitions. From 90-hour weeks at sea to building a new identity on land, he shows how resilience, personal branding, and balance can turn challenges into opportunities. For yachties facing life beyond the water, his story is both a guide and an inspiration.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 10, 20253 min read
Inside the World of Yacht Management with Barrett Wright, President of Hill Robinson USA
Step inside the world of yacht management with Barrett Wright of Hill Robinson USA, where expert leadership, crew support, and tailored services redefine what it means to manage a modern yacht.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 8, 20253 min read
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