Innovation

The focus of technology applied to yachts often centres on power and propulsion systems, but pioneering designers and projects are applying it in other ways – from ensuring inclusion to embracing the possibilities of AI.

It’s easy to think of the superyacht industry being behind the times when it comes to greener technologies, but actually history shows nothing could be further from the truth.

As new technologies are developed by pioneering shipyards and their technical partners, the superyacht industry is closer than ever to offering hybrid solutions across its entire size range.

While the industry explores new green technologies for superyacht propulsion, there’s also a change brewing in the garage – all-electric tenders that could help drive a paradigm shift in leisure yachting and beyond.

With crew making up a considerable portion of the global superyacht workforce, their conscious and sustainable decisions are helping push the industry forward – and crew clothing is becoming a key part of that drive.

As superyachting seeks routes to a fossil-free future, engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce is also going through a process of transformation – it’s the basis of collaboration that spells concrete progress toward a reduced yachting footprint.

The superyacht sector is not only making great strides toward becoming a more sustainable industry, but is also leading the way in the wider maritime sector by taking collective and collaborative responsibility for its future.

When F1 driver Fernando Alonso decided to build a yacht of his own, it was with sustainable solutions firmly in mind – and his enthusiasm speaks to the work of the pioneers developing zero-emission yachts of the future.

Talk of climate crisis has spurred much discussion about how as a species we can reduce our impact on the environment. It’s something the superyacht industry is not only starting to take seriously, but also starting to take action on.