Boat International US Edition

BOAT International US Edition is the leading magazine for American big boat owners. Originally launched as ShowBoats International in 1983, it has established itself as an indispensable guide for discerning, affluent buyers in the multi-billion dollar US luxury yachting market. From its base in Fort Lauderdale, the international yachting capital, BOAT International US Edition delivers the definitive inside stories on the remarkable yachts, the outstanding owners and the exceptional wealth that shapes this multibillion-dollar industry. Its readers include high-net-worth yacht owners and industry leaders. BOAT International US Edition is the must-read for achievers and aspirers, covering the breadth of the megayacht industry and the fabulous lifestyle that accompanies it.

Boat International US Edition

EDITOR’S LETTER

CONTRIBUTORS

On Board • REVEALING THE LATEST NEWS, TRENDS AND TECH

NEWS • The inside scoop on the largest new charter yacht / Volvo Penta tests hybrid IPS rugged new models from CDM and CL Yachts / why 196ft is the perfect size yacht

SPOTLIGHT NEW TO THE MARKET

SPOTLIGHT SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

SHOW STOPPERS • Modern lines, soothingly neutral interior decor and a wealth of exterior lounge space characterize the yachts debuting at the 65th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Louisa Beckett brings us the highlights

SHADOW DANCE • The new Axopar Brabus Shadow 1200 Sun-Top is a rip-roaring response to the ocean’s call to adventure, says Gabrielle Lazaridis

ON BOARD

ON BOARD Edit • TRICKED-OUT TENDERS TO SEE AT FLIBS

Fulfill your yacht’s potential • BOAT INTERNATIONAL TEAMED UP WITH YACHT MANAGEMENT FIRM HILL ROBINSON TO EXPLORE THE VARIOUS STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS IN THE SALES AND CHARTER SECTOR

Boat Life • CELEBRATING EXCEPTIONAL STYLE AND DESIGN

Highly faceted • Saluting the stones that made them famous, the high jewelry maisons honored their past when dreaming up this year’s contemporary confections, discovers Kim Parker

Trip the light fantastic • The best in iridescent designs for 2025, edited by Belle Rice

THE AGENDA • Your inside guide to the hottest tickets around the world this month. By Belle Rice

BOAT LIFE Edit • GO FOR GOLD

Owners’ Club • LIVING THE DREAM ON THE WORLD’S BEST BOATS

Baltic Sea

ON BOARD WITH Ioanna Elena Markou • The self-made Greek-American tells Charlotte Hogarth Jones how her Sanlorenzo will help usher in the next phase in her life

MY LIFE IN BOATS JOHN SOBRATO • After 22 years traveling the world on his custom 147ft Delta, this California businessman tells Kate Lardy it’s time to step back

CROWN JEWEL • From the technical achievement that she represents to her awe-inspiring, imaginative and luxurious interior, the 400ft Lilrssen Kismet is onefor the record books, says Cecile Gauert

Do look up.

TO HONOR AND SERVE • The USS Potomac’s journey is as captivating as the history it witnessed. Daniel Pembrey explores her life as a US Coast Guard cutter, presidential yacht, Memphis Mafia hangout and drug mule until her redemption and restoration as a national landmark

BIRTH OF A DREAM • It took four decades of experience and imagination and two generations of the Bannenberg design dynasty to bring the 367ft Freire yacht Renaissance to reality. Risa Merl steps on board and discovers a yacht that’s both highly personal and made for charter

What’s in a name? • Owned by Prince Jefri of Brunei, this superyacht’s infamous name still makes people splutter into their drinks almost three decades on, says Daniel Pembrey

BRUNEI AND ITS BOATS

Circle of life • The early story of Amadeus was kept between a small group of insiders…until now. Cecile...