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The profile of the yacht owner is changing. Today's buyers are entering the market younger, purchasing larger yachts earlier, and approaching ownership with entirely different expectations than previous generations.
In this episode, IYC Sales Consultant Leo Jordil explores how modern wealth is reshaping the brokerage market, from the rise of tech entrepreneurs and global buyers to the growing demand for experience-led ownership. We discuss why many owners are skipping the traditional "working your way up" approach, what drives the decision to move into a larger yacht, and why the relationship with a trusted broker becomes even more valuable over time.
Podcast Hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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Showcasing your yacht at a boat show is about much more than visibility; it's about creating the right environment to sell.
In this episode, together with IYC Sales Consultant Josh Marshall, we explore why boat shows remain one of the most powerful sales platforms in yachting. We discuss how stepping on board influences buyers, why face-to-face interactions matter, what owners often underestimate about exhibiting, and how the right presentation can turn interest into a sale.
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The yacht charter market has changed dramatically over the last few years, but is the boom really over, or is it simply evolving? In this episode, IYC Charter Consultant Pantelis Stathis joins us to unpack what's happening behind the headlines, from changing client expectations and booking trends to emerging destinations, market challenges, and where the real opportunities lie.
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From regulations and technical maintenance to budgeting, compliance, and crew coordination, a perfectly running yacht depends on mastering countless details behind the scenes—most of which owners never see, but always benefit from.
In this episode, we are joined by Cassandra Bruno, IYC Global Director of Yacht Management, to explore what it truly takes to keep a yacht operating at the highest level. Together, we look beyond the surface of ownership to understand how expert management transforms complexity into calm, ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience for yacht owners around the world.
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What can a yacht's charter history reveal about its potential as an ownership opportunity? In this episode, we explore why yachts with an established charter track record are increasingly attracting savvy buyers.
Joining us is Matthew Stone, Managing Partner, California at IYC, who shares his unique perspective, leaning on the acclaimed charter yacht KOJU as an example. Together, we unpack what consistent charter demand says about a yacht's design, operation, crew, and long-term appeal, and why inheriting a successful charter platform can offer significant advantages for first-time and seasoned owners alike.
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Building a custom superyacht is often seen as the ultimate luxury project. But beyond the design, engineering, and craftsmanship lies a deeply personal and emotional journey.
In this episode, we are joined by Farouk Nefzi, Head of Marketing & Brand Experience at Feadship, to explore what owners experience from the moment they begin imagining their dream yacht to the day they step on board for the first time. We discuss the excitement of turning ideas into reality, the challenges of balancing ambition with practicality, and the key moments that shape the ownership experience along the way.
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Greece is no longer just a seasonal yachting destination—it’s becoming a year-round hub. Bigger yachts, longer stays, and rapidly evolving infrastructure are reshaping the market at speed.
In this episode, we speak with Senior Yacht Manager Betty Gkika about what’s driving this transformation, from shipyard upgrades to winter operations and rising berthing pressure.
We explore whether infrastructure can keep up, how management practices are changing, and what Greece needs to do to become a leading global yachting destination.
Podcast hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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Production yachts are no longer the “entry point” to yachting. They’ve become one of the industry’s smartest and most compelling choices. With shorter build times, advanced engineering, elevated design, and stronger resale confidence, today’s production models are challenging long-held assumptions about what defines true luxury at sea.
In this episode, IYC Sales Consultant William Burns joins us to unpack the evolution of the production yacht market and why more owners and charter clients are embracing proven platforms over fully bespoke builds. From investment value and charter potential to design innovation and changing buyer psychology, we explore how production yachts are reshaping modern yacht ownership.
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Following a multi-million dollar transformation, 182' (55m) HOLDIN’ MY OWN was reimagined as a true charter platform.
Captain Dave Smith and IYC’s Marie Molls break down the strategy behind the rebuild, from technical upgrades to guest-focused design choices that redefine life on board. From layout changes to charter positioning, this is a look at what it really takes to build a standout yacht in today’s market.
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Yachting has always been built on relationships, intuition, and exclusivity—but a quiet transformation is underway. In this episode, IYC Chairman Stefanos Makrymichalos joins us to explore how data, digital platforms, and evolving client expectations are reshaping the industry from the inside out.
We look beyond tools and technology to ask a deeper question: what does it really mean to become a digital-first yachting business? From broker-client relationships powered by platforms like MyIYC, to operational efficiency through BLUE, and a more transparent charter journey with RESERVE, we unpack how technology is redefining service, trust, and decision-making.
The conversation also challenges the industry’s resistance to change, the growing importance of speed and adaptability as competitive advantages, and whether a new generation of clients will fundamentally shift how yachting is experienced and delivered.
Podcast Hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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What makes a yacht truly unforgettable—and what keeps guests coming back year after year?
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Nicholas Smith of CBI Navi-built 50m ELENI, one of the most successful charter yachts operating in the West Mediterranean. With her summer season nearly fully booked and reservations already extending into 2027, ELENI is a standout example of what long-term charter success really looks like.
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In this episode, we chat with Marnix Hoekstra of Vripack to explore what truly lies behind the creation of a custom yacht; not just as an object, but as a deeply personal expression of vision, lifestyle, and emotion.
From the first spark of inspiration to the moment a yacht touches the water, we discuss how ideas are transformed into technically complex, emotionally driven yacht designs. We explore the balance between creativity and engineering, the human side of the build process, and what it truly takes to turn a vision into a vessel.
Podcast Hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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Chartering a yacht is the pinnacle of luxury travel, but behind the effortless experience lies a world of unspoken rules.
In this episode, we sit down with IYC Charter Consultant Abigail Davies to explore the etiquette that defines a truly seamless journey at sea. From navigating the balance between privacy and crew dynamics to mastering requests, hosting, tipping, and family travel onboard, we uncover what separates exceptional guests from those who unintentionally disrupt the rhythm of life onboard.
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In this episode, we dive into the heart of yacht sales and chartering with Frankie Maxwell, IYC US Sales & Charter Director. We explore why, even in an era of AI, automated valuations, and data-driven decisions, trust remains the most valuable currency in yachting.
From the moments that make or break a deal to the strategies that keep relationships personal in a digital world, Frankie shares insights on building, maintaining, and earning trust in today’s market.
Podcast hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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A new generation of yacht owners is quietly rewriting the rules of the industry.
In this episode, we sit down with the Director of Strategic Alliances at Oceanco, Paris Baloumis, to explore a fundamental shift in superyacht ownership, from status symbols to deeply personal, experience-driven platforms. Today’s clients aren’t just building bigger yachts; they’re building spaces to live, explore, and express a vision of life at sea.
Podcast hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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Over the past twenty years, the 50m yacht has quietly transformed. Once designed primarily as statements of scale and prestige, these yachts are now conceived as floating homes; spaces that prioritize lifestyle, well-being, and connection to the sea.
In this episode, we explore the evolution of 50m yacht design with IYC Managing Partner Monaco, Mathilde de Roffignac. From changing owner expectations to advances in architecture, technology, and sustainability, we unpack how this yacht size has become a canvas for innovation, and what the future of yacht design might look like.
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Podcast hosted by Sidney Bitter-Lakin
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We’re joined by Agne Pavia, IYC Charter Consultant, to discuss what charter really means today — from bespoke concierge services to the global networks and technology reshaping how clients book and experience life at sea.
Find out more about RESERVE by IYC: https://bit.ly/3OXDmue
Hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
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IYC CEO, Raphael Sauleau, breaks down the current yacht market from the top-end yachts still flying off the docks to the mid-size segment feeling the pressure. Buyers, sellers, and brokers: here’s what’s really happening, and how to navigate it.
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Podcast hosted by Sidney Bitter-Larkin
