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YACHTING NEWS
Industry Editorial
The Stories And Voices
Shaping Yachting
Yachting News is the editorial home of Yachting International Radio, delivering independent yachting news, superyacht industry insight, and maritime coverage for a global audience.
Covering crew welfare, leadership, refit, technology, regulation, sustainability, yacht ownership, boating, and marine innovation, Yachting News brings together credible perspectives from across the people, companies, and conversations shaping the industry.
Updated multiple times each week, the platform extends the reach of Yachting International Radio and Yachting Channel through editorial features, podcasts, interviews, and global distribution across major audio, video, and digital platforms.
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
Leadership and Innovation in Yachting: Garry Kyle’s Vision for Crew Culture
From yacht owner to tech entrepreneur, Garry Kyle — CEO of MeridianGo — has built his career on a simple principle: invest in people first. In this exclusive feature, he shares why leadership, culture, and innovation in yachting are key to reducing turnover, elevating crew professionalism, and creating the unforgettable moments that keep owners coming back.
Yachting International Radio
Sep 10, 20253 min read
Navigating the Tides of Grief: A Conversation on Surviving Suicide Loss
“Say their names. Ask the small, present questions. Share the load. We don’t cure suicide grief—we refuse to let anyone drown in it.”
Yachting International Radio
Sep 7, 20253 min read
Below Deck Realities: Tzarina Mace-Ralph’s Call for Change in Yachting
Below Deck chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph opens up with host Karine Rayson about the realities behind the cameras. From burnout and hidden abuses to the urgent need for reform, she calls for an industry that protects crew, normalizes therapy, and values honesty over silence.
Yachting International Radio
Sep 5, 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
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
Civil vs. Criminal Law at Sea: Why Litigation Is the Crew’s Lifeline
When harm at sea is ignored by reporting channels, civil law often becomes the only path to accountability. Maritime lawyer Adria Notari explains why litigation, not criminal prosecution, is the mechanism that protects crew and drives real change.
Yachting International Radio
Sep 3, 20254 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
Finding Your Voice: Why Communication Is a Core Self-Care Skill
Finding your voice is not an act of defiance, but of clarity. In demanding environments, self-care begins with calm communication, clear boundaries, and the confidence to express what matters.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 28, 20253 min read
Sauna on the Runway: Helsinki Airport Redefines Travel Culture
Helsinki Airport is redefining what it means to be a gateway city. From a sauna on the runway to award-winning passenger experiences, Director of Marketing Anna Tuomi reveals how Finland’s capital is blending tradition, wellness, and innovation to welcome the world.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 26, 20253 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
Healing, Resilience, and the Power of Self-Discipline
After three months of deep healing in Thailand, Geraldine Hardy returns to the Monaco Yacht Show with powerful insights on resilience, trauma, and the self-discipline needed to break repeating cycles. She reminds us that life’s challenges are not dead ends but crossroads — opportunities to choose differently, reduce stress, and step into our true selves.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 21, 20253 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
Superyacht Burnout, Bali, And The Reset Crew Rarely Give Themselves
After 12 years at sea, spa therapist Laura McKnight traded superyachts for Bali, chasing healing over hustle. What began as burnout led to a bold reinvention—and a new mission to help other crew slow down, reset, and reconnect.
Yachting International Radio
Aug 19, 20254 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
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