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- 1 weeks ago27 min
300: Big BOAT Interview: How Ocean Bottle's co-founder went from superyacht deckhand to building a global ocean plastic clean-up operation
Alternative propulsion and energy-efficient onboard systems tend to dominate the sustainability conversation in the superyacht industry – but while these remain vital, how often do we stop to consider the industry's own hand in ocean plastic pollution? In this Big BOAT Interview, BOAT International's commercial content editor Hannah Rankine sits down with Will Pearson, co-founder of Ocean Bottle, the B Corp-certified reusable drinkware brand that funds the collection of ocean-bound plastic with every purchase while supporting local communities along the way.Pearson founded Ocean Bottle at just 23 years old, but the idea was born years earlier while working on board a superyacht, where he witnessed severe ocean plastic pollution first-hand - some of it contributed by the very yacht he worked on. In this conversation, he traces that journey from the deck to building a global plastic collection operation, and shares his view on what the superyacht industry can do to lessen its plastic footprint and safeguard the ocean playground it depends on.Read more about Ocean Bottle here.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
299: The Big BOAT Interview: Why yacht owner Erik Vonk is taking Scintilla Maris to auction with no reserve
With no reserve price and a one-day online auction set for 5 November, Erik Vonk explains why he is taking an unconventional approach to selling his 45.6-metre explorer yacht Scintilla Maris. Ahead of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the owner discusses letting the market determine the yacht’s value, why he believes auctions are an effective way to sell one-off assets, and what comes next after years of building and exploring on board his distinctive vessel.Read more:
- Oct 8, 202636 min
298: Monaco Yacht Show 2026: The biggest stories, launches and deals
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show. BOAT's head of digital content, Holly Margerrison, is joined by content director Lucy Dunn, news editor Emily Dawkins, business editor Conor Feasey and senior writer Éilis Cronin to unpack the biggest stories from the week. They discuss the yacht news and projects that were unveiled, the pulse of the market right now and their key industry takeaways from the week. The team also let listeners in on their weekly tradition of "highs and lows" – stay tuned to discover BOAT behind-the-scenes...Catch up on all the episodes at https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-radio
- Oct 8, 202617 min
298: Why SEA Index matters for yacht owners
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show. SEA Index® is an independent, data-driven benchmark that measures and compares the CO₂ intensity of a yacht's propulsion and auxiliary energy systems. Developed by the Yacht Club de Monaco and independently verified by Lloyd's Register, the methodology is aligned with the International Maritime Organisation's energy-efficiency principles and provides owners with a transparent, objective way to understand and improve the environmental performance of their vessels. SEA Index also includes an Air Quality Certification, developed with AtmoSud, which assesses nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM), providing an independently verified evaluation of key atmospheric pollutants. Today, SEA Index is recognised by more than 26 ports and marinas worldwide and covers both superyachts and recreational vessels from 10 metres LOA and above, including production catamarans up to 35 metres LOA.In this discussion, we'll speak with M. Bernard d'Alessandri, President of SEA Index - Superyacht Eco Association & Yacht Club de Monaco General Secretary about how the benchmark works, what it reveals about a yacht's energy and emissions performance, and why transparency, comparability and independent verification are becoming increasingly important for the future of yachting. We’ll also hear from the owner of 52m M/Y Oras about why SEA Index is important from an owner’s perspective, improving their yacht’s charter potential, helping them stay ahead of tightening maritime emissions laws and unlocking exclusive maritime perks such as priority berths and premium access to partner ports.Catch up on all the episodes at https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-radio
- Oct 8, 202617 min
297: Meet Sophie Galvagnon: The captain who built her own 70-metre explorer
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show. Captain Arctic is one of the most buzzed-about new launches of the year - and for good reason. Now represented by Pelorus, the yacht is powered by revolutionary rigid sails covered in solar panels, with its near-zero-emission design pushing the boundaries of sustainable expedition yachting. Designed to withstand the extreme conditions of the polar regions, the vessel will cruise without noise, vibration or smell, allowing charter guests to feel truly immersed in their surroundings.At the heart of Captain Arctic is co-founder Sophie Galvagnon, a French-Swedish explorer who became the world’s youngest female Arctic captain at the age of 26. Galvagnon will reveal what it is like to build a boat you actually captain and how her experience in the polar regions shaped the vessel.Meanwhile, Pelorus co-founder Jimmy Carroll will explain why, as Central Agent for Captain Arctic, Pelorus is answering the call for greener, more immersive charters – and how the yacht fits into its wider approach to expedition travel.Catch up on all the episodes at https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-radio
- Oct 8, 202621 min
297: Desert Island Docks: How would Bill Tripp design his way home?
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show. What would happen if one of the world’s leading sailing yacht designers were stranded on a desert island with just one way out? In this Castaway Conversation, Bill Tripp imagines the ultimate escape yacht, revealing the design choices, compromises and indulgences he would make to sail his way home – from the hull and rig to the one completely unnecessary feature he could not resist. Along the way, he shares the experiences that have shaped his approach to yacht design, plus the book, music and yachting essential he would take with him.Catch up on all the episodes at https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-radio
- Oct 8, 202621 min
296: What the next generation wants from their yachts
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show. What does the new generation of yacht owners actually want? At just 30, Kora Yachts CEO Konstantin Kobale is part of a new breed of owner-operator, turning his passion for offshore racing into a business run by a young crew that combines yacht ownership, luxury charter and performance sailing. He discusses how his and his brother’s racing backgrounds shaped Kora, how they attract clients who want to do more than simply sit back and watch the ocean go by, and why collaborations with fashion and lifestyle brands could help introduce new audiences to sailing.Catch up on all the episodes at https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-radio
- Oct 8, 202620 min
296: Building tomorrow's timeless: How Sanlorenzo is redefining luxury brand permanence
This is an episode of BOAT Radio, recorded live from the BOAT Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show. Renato Bisignani, Chief Marketing Officer of Sanlorenzo, reveals the strategic thinking behind the brand's "Tomorrow's Timeless" philosophy – a carefully crafted narrative designed for endurance in an era of fleeting attention. BOAT's Editorial Director Ed Slack talks to Bisignani about how Sanlorenzo is positioning itself not just as a yacht builder, but among the world's most distinguished luxury houses. Bisignani shares insights on maintaining relevance without dilution, marketing authenticity over aspiration, and building brand permanence across diverse global markets. Discover what it takes to craft luxury marketing that resonates with UHNW clients in 2026 and beyond.Catch up on all the episodes at https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-radio
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