
Megayachts
Sanlorenzo's new explorer doubles the tonnage of its famous 500EXP
Hull one of the six-deck yacht is already sold, with launch planned for early 2027

Incidents
The Magic Bus rescue that sailors still learn from
The U.S. Coast Guard has been honoured for saving five sailors from a sinking catamaran

Industry
US refit yards are short of skilled workers
At least three reasons why yards like Derecktor find it hard to compete with Europe

Industry
Leapher Yachts built its first explorer on a rented third of a Dutch yard
Founded in 2022, the company contracted out the work; the yacht left about a year after the first delivery date

Industry
Sunbeam Yachts opens a new €4.5 million shipyard in Austria
The family builder moved from Salzburg; the German Navy has already ordered eight of its yachts

Yachting
FLIBS in Fort Lauderdale: the key launches from US and European yards
Pearl, Hatteras, Princess and Viking brought world premieres, and Westport showed a new 52-metre yacht

Industry
Japan's new superyacht marinas are due between 2027 and 2029
Superyacht Base Kobe takes private yachts from 2027 and Yokosuka from 2029; charter rules may ease

People
Camper & Nicholsons has new owners and new leadership
Benjamin Bensahel becomes CEO as Paolo Casani leaves after the sale to Sea Expandary Group


