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.

Boat International

EDITOR’S LETTER

CONTRIBUTORS

Eye Opener • The undersea gallery

Saved from the wrecking ball • A classic has been given a new lease of life just days before it was scheduled to be scrapped, says Katia Damborsky

NEWS • The latest superyacht concepts, hot launches, business news, yard insights, books, and more.

Spotlight: New to the Market

MARINA OF THE MONTH

Spotlight: Seriously for Sale

DRAWING BOARD • The latest bold designs and inspiring concepts

Q2 sales figures in

The race to sustainability • Teams from around the world explored greener fuel sources at the ninth Monaco Energy Boat Challenge

Together by design • The Superyacht Design Festival brought the superyacht industry and the luxury community together in Milan for a celebration of creativity

Shaping the future • Sir Ben Ainslie reflects on racing the SailGP in the Windy City and announces a revolutionary pathway to improve gender equality in the sport

On Board Edit • Regatta-ready sailing yachts

Show business • Monaco Yacht Show organisers are enhancing the visitor experience this year with three new exhibitions. Andrew Johansson learns what to expect and gives us a preview of some of the most exciting yachts on display

Boat Life • Celebrating exceptional style and design

Now time to buy • Christie’s charity auction celebrating James Bond’s diamond jubilee will be September’s hottest ticket in town, says Simon de Burton

FIVE FROM 007 • Our pick of the lots

Where to wear it • Match your look to your location with new-season style essentials

DESK BOUND • Freshen up your workspace with our favourite new desk accessories

Smarter sailing • Garmin’s latest smartwatch blends seaworthy navigation tech with chic design, says Simon de Burton

Literary ambitions • Forget nightclubs: a pop-up book club in Greece is the place to be this season, discovers Jemima Sissons

Electric storm • Lightning strikes twice with the reinvention of Wiesmann cars and the upcoming Project Thunderball

Boat Life Edit • Weekend bags

Owners’ Club • Living the dream on the world’s best boats

Douglas Rastello • After a lifetime of competitive sailing, it’s something of a surprise that it was a motor yacht that lured this owner into superyacht ownership. He tells Sophia Wilson why 36-metre Preference 19 was the best impulse purchase he has ever made

DOUGLAS RASTELLO MY SAILING CV

My Life in Boats

Members’ Logbook • Every month, you tell us where you are on the seven seas, what you can see from your deck and share your future travel plans

Lippy from the Liffey • The imminent arrival of a new Oyster 495 has the Jordan clan captivated – and filling their bucket list with thrilling new destinations. Seize the day, cries Eddie Jordan

b.Yond • Benetti went beyond its comfort zone for its new steel-hulled series. Stewart Campbell learns why it’s yet another success for the prolific builder

There’s never been a better time to write that book • Scribe Media’s professional publishing services are tailor-made for those wanting to turn their vision into reality

ADVENTURE SPECIAL

THE GREAT ESCAPE • With breathtaking scenery and...