Stories

A day in the life of a naval architect

By Dominique Afacan | 9 April 2024

Mark Leslie-Miller of Dykstra explains how his dual passions for technology and sailing make naval architecture the perfect career for him.

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A helping hand for a more eco-aware crew

By Dominique Afacan | 2 April 2024

The release of new groundbreaking guidelines aim to assist superyacht crew in making the best decisions on board.

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Superyachting’s teak solution

By Charlotte Thomas | 26 March 2024

Teak has long been the timber of choice for yacht decks, exterior furniture and interior finishes, but environmental, ethical and humanitarian concerns are forcing a change – and the superyacht industry is leading the charge to find alternatives.

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A zero fossil fuel superyacht

By Dominique Afacan | 18 March 2024

Foundation Zero is driving the development of Zero, a groundbreaking superyacht aiming to be entirely fossil fuel-free. Led by a diverse team of experts, the project explores innovative solutions like hydrogeneration and thermal batteries. Scheduled for delivery in 2025, Zero sets a new standard for sustainable luxury yachting.

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Matthijs Rhee aka MrSuperyachts

By Dominique Afacan | 13 March 2024

Matthijs, one of the superyachting world’s most recognised faces, shares his passion for inspiring others through social media, shedding light on the motivation behind his dedicated career.

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Captain Mattia Djaza

By Dominique Afacan | 6 March 2024

This Italian superyacht captain grew up on boats – so it’s little wonder that he ended up following in his father’s footsteps and embracing a life and career at sea.

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How to find the right superyacht crew

By Charlotte Thomas | 27 February 2024

The advent of crew-based reality TV has opened up many people’s eyes to the superyachting good life, but it has also raised concerns among potential new owners. Fortunately, the reality is very different, and there are ways to guarantee your crew is as professional as possible.

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Carving a career out of woodwork and superyachts 

By Dominique Afacan | 21 February 2024

Andy Peters, the last ship figurehead carver in Britain, on the traditional craft he’s loved his whole life.

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Valentina Zannier

By Dominique Afacan | 13 February 2024

The architect turned superyacht interior designer talks about her journey into the yachting world – her creative process – and the joy she feels when she witnesses a happy owner admiring the finished project.

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