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In 1998, the International SeaKeepers Society got its start, thanks to several yacht owners gravely concerned about the deterioration of the oceans. Back then, the group focused on developing scientific instruments and deploying them with the assistance of yachts. Since that time, SeaKeepers has broadened its focus, and its reach. Its 2019 Founders Event, heldContinue Reading
The International Superyacht Society is perhaps best known for its annual awards. Recognizing significant accomplishments in megayacht design as well as industry leadership, they are peer-to-peer honors. Last week, during the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the organization held its 29th-annual Design & Leadership Award Gala. While the yachts receiving awards attracted a lot ofContinue Reading
For nearly 30 years, the International Superyacht Society has honored some of the best new power and sailing superyachts delivered. The nominations come from the builders behind these boats, with their owners’ permission. The Design Awards and Awards of Distinction celebration multiple accomplishments. First, they recognize excellence in design and construction from 78 feet (24Continue Reading
While the dozens of megayachts that premiere at the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) each year earn accolades from visitors, they earn praise in a different way as well. The show organizers single out a handful for special honors, specific to design and environmental stewardship. The sixth-annual edition of the show’s Superyacht Awards Ceremony will specificallyContinue Reading
As much attention as new megayachts get, and deserve, the people behind them deserve attention, too. This is why the International Superyacht Society (ISS) created its annual Awards of Distinction. They celebrate excellence in craftsmanship, among captains and crew, in environmental leadership, and more. With the nomination process now open, the ISS is seeking inputContinue Reading
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again, because it bears repeating. Crew makes or breaks the megayacht ownership experience. A good crew makes everything onboard flow seemingly effortlessly. Similarly, the yacht stays in Bristol condition. If the capable hands aboard your yacht are tops in your mind, they’re eligible for the annual ACREWContinue Reading