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

APRIL 2026

CONTRIBUTORS

A LIFETIME OF DESIGN

ON BOARD • REVEALING THE LATEST NEWS, TRENDS AND TECH

NEWS • NEW LAUNCHES SALES | REFITS MODELS | INSIGHTS

SPOTLIGHT: NEW TO THE MARKET

DRAWING BOARD • Designs and concepts to stir the imagination

SPOTLIGHT: SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

POWER STRUGGLE • Gabrielle Lazaridis examines how much of the industry is adopting alternative methods of propulsion, and where the real innovation is happening

THINK TANK • Monaco’s Day of Exploration places responsibility at the heart of advanced yachting

BOAT DESIGN & INNOVATION AWARDS 2026 • This year’s winners, as revealed at the Superyacht Design Festival

THE ART OF CRAFT • BOAT recognises star artisans at its annual Artistry & Craft Awards

Hot topics in cold climes • The 2026 edition of BOAT’s Superyacht Design Festival returned to the Alpine town of Kitzbühel in Austria with a packed programme of insights, reflections and celebrations

ORIGIN STORY • Rachel Ingram takes a ride on the Evene Origin 71, the debut launch from Williams Jet Tenders’ new superyacht-specific brand

Run with it • From trainers that superpower your stride to shades that stay put, we select dynamic gear to improve your run

REFLECTING THE OCEAN IN GLASS • Lasvit’s glass and light creations bring together old-world artisanship and state-of-the-art technology for exclusive superyacht installations

TURN IT UP • Play it cool with a spin in the Alpine A390, a tour of the newest beach clubs and an insight into the Palm Beach property market

PAINT THE TOWN • Clear your schedule for these seasonal highlights in April. By Belle Rice

THE ALPINE APEX • Performance meets handling in the Alpine motorsport marque’s sport fastback EV, says Simon de Burton

CLUB CLASS • From Portugal to Positano and Ibiza to Florida, Belle Rice rounds up the new beach clubs making waves

The spring in your step • Blend classic pieces with fresh-off-the-runway looks this season

THE PALM BEACH BUBBLE • Despite a slowdown in Florida real estate, Palm Beach’s property market is swimming against the tide, finds Ruth Bloomfield

TIME AND TIDE • TAG Heuer’s reinvigorated regatta-ready Seafarer waits for no man, finds Simon de Burton

Florida flair • From a light silk-linen jacket to titanium shades via a no-nonsense sun cream, we pack your bag for the Palm Beach boat show

BEHIND BLUE IT’S BUILD • Blue II exemplifies Turquoise Yachts’ expertise in large-scale construction and complex refits, turning ambitious designs into reality by blending precision engineering, innovation and experience on every level

HIGH SOCIETY • On slopes or on deck, adventurous owners are making memories around the world

COSTAS DELAPORTAS • The Greek shipping magnate tells Sam Fortescue how the lure of the ocean spans both work and play

COSTAS DELAPORTAS TIMELINE

I’LL NEVER FORGET…

MEMBERS’ LOGBOOK • Supporting meaningful maritime change in the Sea of Cortez, and managing the multimillion-dollar refit of an explorer

Cocktails at the Concours • BOAT hosted an exclusive cocktail evening during the International Concours of Elegance in St Moritz for Owners’ Club members and VIP...