Seawork is the established three-day platform for building international business networks, attracting industry professionals from over 60 countries across marine renewables, technology, safety, marine construction, vessel building and more.

The event’s breadth and quality draw high-calibre decision makers from commercial marine, workboat and marine civils sectors.

Exhibiting at Seawork lets businesses forge global relationships in a single location. A wide range of presentation options are available — pontoon, open and shell-scheme stands, waterfront and demonstration areas — alongside strong sponsorship opportunities. Seawork also provides the facilities to showcase and demonstrate products and vessels, giving customers an interactive, immersive experience at Seawork 2026.

Seawork - The European exhibition for commercial marine and workboats

Europe's largest in-water show, kicking off the season with hundreds of motor and sailing yachts, tenders, and new model launches across two iconic ports.

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026

The world’s leading superyacht event, showcasing over 120 extraordinary one-off yachts and attracting the industry's elite for world premieres and networking.

Monaco Yacht Show 2026

The Explorer Yachts Summit 2025, in partnership with Damen Yachting, returned to the Yacht Club de Monaco on 13 November. As the sole international event focused exclusively on explorer yachting, the one-day conference features a distinguished lineup of yacht owners, captains, and notable adventurers.

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## 2026 Summer Yachting Trends

### Overview
- 2026 summer yachting is shaped by sustainability, experiential design, and tech that enables longer, quieter, more personalised cruises.

### Key trends
1. **Sustainable propulsion and energy**
   - Hybrid systems, battery-electric cruising modes, early hydrogen/fuel-cell trials, and expanded solar integration.

2. **Explorer and expedition-style cruising**
   - Rising demand for long-range, ocean-capable explorer yachts with steel/aluminium hulls and advanced waste/water treatment.

3. **Wellness and lifestyle-led design**
   - Spa decks, saunas, biophilic interiors, and flexible indoor–outdoor layouts with beach clubs as social hubs.

4. **Quiet, low-vibration luxury**
   - “Silent cruise” modes, improved stabilisation, and vibration damping for serenity at anchor and underway.

5. **Smarter, more autonomous systems**
   - AI-assisted energy/navigation management, voice/gesture controls, predictive stabilisers, and integrated satellite connectivity (LEO/Starlink).

6. **Bespoke experiences and curated itineraries**
   - Charter clients seeking personalised journeys with specialist guides and unique local access; brokers acting as experience designers.

7. **Elevated tender and toy programmes**
   - High-performance tenders, support vessels, submersibles, and advanced dive gear featured more often on explorer builds.

8. **Refit and modernisation boom**
   - Owners preferring refits to add hybrid systems, modern interiors, and sustainability upgrades instead of commissioning new builds.

### What owners and charterers should do now
- Prioritise verified sustainability features (hybrid, waste treatment, solar).  
- Choose yachts with strong tender programmes and expedition-capable systems for remote cruising.  
- Factor in connectivity (Starlink/Iridium/LEO) and AI-enabled energy management for full-time or long-range use.

### Predicted hotspots for summer 2026
- Mediterranean (Greece, Croatia, French Riviera) for comfort-led charters.  
- Rising interest in cooler and remote destinations (Norway, Greenland) and diverse island regions (Indonesia, French Polynesia).

### Short outlook
- Summer 2026 yachting will favour quieter, greener, and more purposeful experiences — yachts combining range and autonomy with wellness, bespoke programming, and smart systems will lead demand.

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xperience the luxury and elegance of the 1994 Sunseeker Portofino 34 - a timeless seafaring masterpiece that has been meticulously maintained.

This stunning boat embodies the style and sophistication that have made Sunseeker famous worldwide. The Portofino 34 is a symbol of luxury and offers you an unparalleled experience on the water.

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A superyacht charter in the Adriatic Sea presents an idyllic combination of stunning coastlines and lush vineyards, crystal-clear waters and secret bays. 

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