Boat International

Boat International is the number one magazine in the international superyacht market. Launched in 1983 it has been the voice of record charting the superyacht industry for over 25 years and is the globally acknowledged authority in its field. The world's only monthly superyacht magazine, Boat International delivers exclusive and unrivaled coverage of power and sail yachting from the world's best journalists and photographers.

IN THIS ISSUE

Boat International

MAY 2026

CONTRIBUTORS

THE ART OF YACHT DESIGN

ON BOARD • REVEALING THE LATEST NEWS, TRENDS AND TECH

NEWS • NEW LAUNCHES SALES | REFITS MODELS | INSIGHTS

SPOTLIGHT: NEW TO THE MARKET

SPOTLIGHT: SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

HARBOUR MASTERS • As marinas change hands and hit the headlines, Gabrielle Lazaridis looks to the future of this essential superyachting facility

NEW OWNER FOR SUNSEEKER • British builder Sunseeker has been acquired by a consortium led by global investment firm KCP Holdings, also announcing the appointment of Andrés Rubio as its new CEO. Rubio has more than 30 years of experience in commercial leadership and business transformation across the US, Europe and Asia. sunseeker.com

SIR BEN AINSLIE • On the heels of SailGP success, Sir Ben Ainslie talks to BOAT International about stepping back from the helm, the new America's Cup's partnership model and balancing SailGP with Britain's Cup ambitions.

Joined-up judging • In the run-up to the 21st edition of the World Superyacht Awards, some of the world's most experienced yacht owners gathered in London for the annual judging weekend

WATCHING THE WATER • Europe's oldest superyacht regatta prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary with illustrious new title sponsor Richard Mille

Fowl play • From stout boots to a camo-print shotgun via a screen-printed bandana, we select the perfect kit for a duck hunt

BRIGHT IDEAS • From the new Land Rover Defender tearing up the Dakar Rally to Michele de Lucchi's life at the drawing board, we shine a light on the best in design

AVANTGARDE MEETS AZIMUT • Tristan Rutherford tracks Michele de Lucchi through his career as a master of product design and his new foray into the world of yachting with Azimut

TORQUE SHOW • With a V8 powerhouse under the bonnet, the Land Rover Defender OCTA is rally-ready and raring to go, discovers Simon de Burton

THE MERRY MONTH • Belle Rice rounds up the key cultural moments to savour around the world this May

ISLAND TIME • Ruth Bloomfield finds out why home buyers are saying “it's better in the Bahamas”

ON THE MARKET

Milan must haves • From a sliver card case to a Smythson notebook, keep these stylish essentials close at hand for Milan Design Week

BOAT 2026 Design Report

The new renaissance • Pip Rich explores Italy's rich design heritage, and the designers and brands making waves in the industry today

Cut from a different cloth • Cara Gibbs studies four new seaworthy fabric collections for 2026

The beauty of balance • Emma Love uncovers the latest design perspectives from our favourite interiors brands

A common thread • The art of living well is being redefined by the partnership between Italian luxury linen label Frette and interior designer Tara Bernerd, says Harriet Quick

ON YOUR OWN TERMS • In a destination famed for its luxury resorts and private villas, a new archipelago in the Maldives is setting out to do something different. SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS reimagines island living through a collection of private residences

OWNERS’ CLUB • LIVING THE DREAM ON THE WORLD'S BEST BOATS

ART IN MOTION • A public art gallery on a superyacht? Sam Fortescue revisits an owner's...