📢 BREAKING NEWS: The Superyacht Industry Just Hit €50 Billion | Yachting Unplugged
Dec 08, 04:59 PM
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The global superyacht sector has officially surged past €50B, driven by explosive growth in new builds, refit, charter, technology, crew, and the global supply chain. In this week’s episode of Yachting Unplugged, Kim Sweers The Boat Boss delivers the most comprehensive roundup of the year.
From a record-breaking METS Trade Show to multi-million-euro refit activity at Damen Yachting, CEO shifts across major brands, breakthrough new flagship yachts, and the rise of electric supercats — this episode defines where the industry is heading in 2026 and beyond.
⛓️ What’s Inside This Episode
🔥 1. €50B Superyacht Industry Milestone
A new economic snapshot confirms massive economic impact across construction, refit, technology, operations, and crew.
🔥 2. Refit Becomes the Main Event
- METS 2025 dominates headlines:
- Lifecycle upgrades
- Hybrid conversions
- Stabilizers & advanced tech
- Energy-efficient systems
- Sustainable materials
- Yard expansion & global demand
🔥 3. Major Amels/Damen Refit Projects
- AVANTI (74m Amels 242) — owner returns to preserve pedigree
- SYNTHESIS (74m Amels 242) — five-year service + technical upgrades + full respray
- MOONSTONE — back for a six-week repair window after a 26-month rebuild including a 7m hull extension
🔥 4. Industry Leadership Moves
- Scott Millar named Interim CEO at Sunseeker
- Johann Inden (ex-Volvo Penta) joins Nimbus Group
🔥 5. Saxdor Expands Globally
CEO Erna Rusi drives the brand into high-growth markets including India, Saudi Arabia, and Nigeria.
🔥 6. New Flagship Release — Zeelander 8
A 23.9m luxury performance yacht featuring:
- Ultra-quiet cruising
- Custom water-toy packages
- Upgraded diving kits
- Sleek finishes & efficiency-driven design
🔥 7. Electric Superyachts Are Here
100 Sunreef Power Eco — “Double Happiness”
- 4 × 180 kW electric motors
- 990 kWh battery bank
- Near-silent operation
- Solar Bimini + Volvo D11 backup generators
- Built for Mediterranean cruising
📍 Filmed in Fort Lauderdale
🎙️ Host: Kim Sweers “The Boat Boss” | Managing Partner/Licensed Luxury Yacht Broker FB Marine Group
📡 Why This Matters
Refit is rewriting the economics of yachting. Innovation is accelerating. Electric propulsion is scaling. Leadership changes are reshaping entire brands. And new flagship models are redefining owner expectations.
This is the next era of global yachting
#SuperyachtIndustry #YachtingNews #YachtRefit #Superyachts #BoatIndustry #YachtLife #MarineTechnology #ElectricYachts #LuxuryYachts #YachtingInternationalRadio
From a record-breaking METS Trade Show to multi-million-euro refit activity at Damen Yachting, CEO shifts across major brands, breakthrough new flagship yachts, and the rise of electric supercats — this episode defines where the industry is heading in 2026 and beyond.
⛓️ What’s Inside This Episode
🔥 1. €50B Superyacht Industry Milestone
A new economic snapshot confirms massive economic impact across construction, refit, technology, operations, and crew.
🔥 2. Refit Becomes the Main Event
- METS 2025 dominates headlines:
- Lifecycle upgrades
- Hybrid conversions
- Stabilizers & advanced tech
- Energy-efficient systems
- Sustainable materials
- Yard expansion & global demand
🔥 3. Major Amels/Damen Refit Projects
- AVANTI (74m Amels 242) — owner returns to preserve pedigree
- SYNTHESIS (74m Amels 242) — five-year service + technical upgrades + full respray
- MOONSTONE — back for a six-week repair window after a 26-month rebuild including a 7m hull extension
🔥 4. Industry Leadership Moves
- Scott Millar named Interim CEO at Sunseeker
- Johann Inden (ex-Volvo Penta) joins Nimbus Group
🔥 5. Saxdor Expands Globally
CEO Erna Rusi drives the brand into high-growth markets including India, Saudi Arabia, and Nigeria.
🔥 6. New Flagship Release — Zeelander 8
A 23.9m luxury performance yacht featuring:
- Ultra-quiet cruising
- Custom water-toy packages
- Upgraded diving kits
- Sleek finishes & efficiency-driven design
🔥 7. Electric Superyachts Are Here
100 Sunreef Power Eco — “Double Happiness”
- 4 × 180 kW electric motors
- 990 kWh battery bank
- Near-silent operation
- Solar Bimini + Volvo D11 backup generators
- Built for Mediterranean cruising
📍 Filmed in Fort Lauderdale
🎙️ Host: Kim Sweers “The Boat Boss” | Managing Partner/Licensed Luxury Yacht Broker FB Marine Group
📡 Why This Matters
Refit is rewriting the economics of yachting. Innovation is accelerating. Electric propulsion is scaling. Leadership changes are reshaping entire brands. And new flagship models are redefining owner expectations.
This is the next era of global yachting
#SuperyachtIndustry #YachtingNews #YachtRefit #Superyachts #BoatIndustry #YachtLife #MarineTechnology #ElectricYachts #LuxuryYachts #YachtingInternationalRadio