Business Description: Wright Maritime Group is a leading service provider in new yacht construction and large yacht management. While serving WMG clients, Wright Maritime prioritises its influence on the environment, disaster relief and crew welfare. WMG’s relationships with Flag-states, Classification Societies and Port-states, enhances WMG’s ability to build and manage our fleet to the highest and most appropriate standards.

Biography: Emeritus - Served on the ISS Board since 2003. Captain Anderson has more than 40 years' experience as a Merchant Officer with a background in competitive sailing. AJ holds the post as Chief Executive Officer of Wright Maritime Group. AJ serves as the ISS Policy & Initiatives Committee chairman and the Technical Committee co-chairman. AJ continues to work in the development of best business practice guidelines for the industry.

Business Description: Pulina Exclusive Interiors Srl is a boutique design and architecture studio specialized in delivering tailor-made and on-off projects, with a distinguished portfolio spanning Europe, the Far East and the Middle East. From opulent private residences to iconic hotels and bespoke yachts, the studio crafts harmonious and extraordinary spaces that exude sophistication and elegance, providing customers with top-level tailored design services, aiming to turn most extravagant aspirations into reality. Located in the heart of the historic city of Pisa, in Tuscany, the studio was founded by Alessandro Pulina in 2014 and has expanded its presence with a recently opened office. The studio is the house of a multicultural team of interior and product designers that brings a diverse range of perspectives and talents, united by a shared dedication to creating immersive spaces.

Biography: Born in Pisa, I graduated with honors from the University of Florence, Faculty of Architecture in 2003. My background includes the worlds of arts, communication, technology and luxury design. 

After a ten years experience in the role of the Style Manager at Azimut-Benetti SPA, I founded my own studio in Pisa in 2014. I like to take chances and experiments, mixing materials, techniques, periods and styles to give my designs original shapes. My passion for elegance and my obsessive attention to details create an explosive mix for each project. Uniqueness is the keyword that expresses my way of designing luxury interiors and products.

Business Description: Mobius works with family offices, corporations, and maritime entities. We are a crucial added layer to existing security infrastructures, ensuring that medical care is not a separate element, but a seamless part of a comprehensive security plan. Our teams deliver complete medical and risk management services across residences, destinations around the globe, and in the air or out at sea. Through Mobius Maritime, we design and manage bespoke medical programs for superyachts, shipyards, and fleet operations, integrating physician and medic staffing, hyperbaric medicine, medical equipment design, onboard hospital architecture, clinical governance, and crew training. Our team also develops and oversees custom medical evacuation programs, ensuring rapid, physician-directed coordination across air, sea, and land for even the most complex operations. Mobius works globally to elevate safety, readiness, and wellbeing at sea, bringing a level of medical capability comparable to the most advanced private facilities on land. Beyond the maritime sector, Mobius provides comprehensive medical and wellness solutions for family offices and corporate entities. These programs include personalized physician services, residential and travel medical kit deployment, staff training, emergency response planning, medical risk assessments, and executive health and longevity programs. Whether on land, at sea, or in the air, Mobius integrates clinical expertise, technology, and design thinking to safeguard health and enhance the quality of life for clients and their teams around the world.

Biography: Dr. Wagner is an emergency physician who leads Mobius Group, a global medical organization integrating advanced healthcare systems into complex environments. His work spans superyachts, family offices, and corporate programs, uniting medical capability with operational design. A former Stanford faculty member now teaching at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Wagner focuses on creating medical systems that perform in the world’s most demanding settings.

Business Description: Blue Oceans Yachting (powered by Crew Unlimited) is your trusted ally in the yachting industry. From initial Yacht Selection and Purchase, to Crew Recruitment, Training, and Management, to Charter Marketing, new build construction, or refitting to Charter or resell, our Team solves the business end of yachting, so you can enjoy the pleasure.

Business Description: Aon’s Global Yacht Practice combines a wealth of experience and market knowledge to manage insurance and risk for large superyachts, yachts and pleasure craft across the globe. Aon’s global reach within the yachting world brings together a team colleagues to deliver knowledge and expertise to help you make better decisions to manage your risk exposure.

Business Description: SINACOLAW is a Miami-based maritime, yacht, and marine-industry law firm providing transactional, regulatory, business, and litigation counsel to HNW/UHNW yacht owners, marine businesses, manufacturers, builders, distributors, dealers, brokerages, and service providers in South Florida, throughout the United States, and around the world. The firm combines more than a decade of legal experience, including a background in commercial litigation with extensive knowledge of the yacht, superyacht, and marine industries. Boutique by operation and design, Sinacolaw limits its number of active engagements. Capacity is deliberately managed so that each client has direct access to counsel across jurisdictional and time zones. Yachting is a global industry, and questions rarely wait for business hours. Services include: • U.S. and Florida state commercial litigation pertaining to marine/yacht industry specific needs • Yacht and superyacht transactions including purchase and sale agreements (new-build or brokerage) • Vessel ownership and corporate structuring • Yacht charter, management, operations, captain, and crew agreements • U.S. and foreign vessel flagging advisement • Local and outside general counsel services for marine businesses, vessel entities, and foreign attorneys • Commercial contracts, dealership agreements, and distribution agreements • Brokerage formation and regulatory compliance • U.S. and international market expansion for yacht builders, brands, and marine suppliers • Import, export, and cross-border transaction support • Regulatory and risk compliance for industry related matters • Legal advisory and training for yacht brokers, marine professionals, and executive teams

Biography: Andréa Sinacola is the founding partner and principal of SINACOLAW, a Miami-based superyacht and maritime law firm. Her practice draws upon her lifetime of boating on Lake Michigan and more than a decade of cross-jurisdictional legal experience. Her distinctive dual practice in transactional law and litigation allow her to anticipate challenges from both sides and provide clients with comprehensive, commercially informed counsel. Ms. Sinacola flows between practice areas managing transatlantic transactions and cross-border litigation and has developed particular fluency in representing clients from the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, in matters requiring U.S-based representation and expertise. Her work is defined by pragmatism, responsiveness, clarity, and confidence. Her instincts are sharply honed to provide a full scope approach to the challenges her clients face and hire her to solve. Her practice includes representing ultra-high-net-worth buyers and sellers in the acquisition and sale of superyachts; contract drafting, review, and negotiation for brokered, custom, and new-build vessels; corporate structuring; vessel registration and flagging guidance; charter and ongoing post-sale legal compliance following acquisition. She serves as outside general counsel to vessel-owning entities, brokerages, distributors, shipyards/manufacturers (U.S. and abroad), advising on the legal and regulatory dimensions of their businesses. She counsels clients on all aspects of vessel warranties, including drafting and interpretation, claim resolution, enforcement or defense against asserted warranty obligations. Additional practice areas include the formation of commercial agreements involving vessel-line development and entry into or expansion across domestic and international markets. Her litigation practice includes disputes involving breach of contract, interpretation and enforcement; warranty claims; misrepresentation, fraud, unjust enrichment, breach of fiduciary duty, and the recovery of misappropriated funds, vessels, deposits, and other maritime assets. Ms. Sinacola regularly serves as local counsel for international attorneys on matters involving U.S. law, U.S.-based transactions, litigation, and domestic clientele. She is a trusted referral for many highly credentialed superyacht captains, yacht managers, brokers, and financiers. Ms. Sinacola also serves as Florida Of Counsel to the Lochner Law Firm, a maritime firm based in Maryland.

Business Description: ABL Yachts is an independent, highly responsible and trusted partner in surveying, engineering, design and analysis for superyachts. We work with the insurance industry, yacht brokers, management companies, and private yacht owners worldwide, operating from our parent company, ABL Group’s expansive global footprint across 39 countries. ABL Yachts dates back to Braemar Yacht Services, combining legacy and heritage in the market with cutting-edge engineering and consulting expertise to support superyachts in navigating the marine market of tomorrow. Our team of expert surveyors includes captains, chief engineers, naval architects and other professionals with extensive experience in surveying some of the world’s largest yachts. ABL Yachts also benefits from the group’s multi-disciplined expertise across energy, marine and engineering disciplines to provide in-house yacht design, upgrade and conversion services, as well as advisory and engineering support in sustainable and zero-carbon alternative fuels.

Biography: Discipline Expert Witness, Marine Engineer, Marine Surveyor, Vessel Inspector Specialisms Superyacht condition and damage assessment, superyacht technical oversight, management and operations. Location US About As a Marine Surveyor, Anthony’s responsibility is to provide condition and damage evaluation surveys of yachts, their machinery structures and systems to insurance underwriters, owners, yacht brokers and managers. He also acts for Hull and Machinery underwriters and P&I clubs to determine the extent of damages and, where practicable, to provide guidance to limit further damage following on from any incident or marine casualty. Anthony undertakes on-site surveys and desktop reviews on behalf of owners, yacht managers and brokers to determine the condition of yachts prior to sale or purchase.

Business Description: Y & A GROUP, LP is a specialist yachting and aviation taxation firm. Based in the Isle of Man and regulated there as a Designated Business, we operate internationally and cover EU-wide taxation and trade. We are comprehensively about Indirect Taxation as it impacts the sale/purchase/delivery, movement, storage, specific use, works or charter involving yachts and aircraft. Our practice areas cover: • VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT) • CUSTOMS DUTY • EXCISE DUTY and related • ACCOUNTING The collective experience of the firm’s leads and their familiarity with the industries’ business and fiscal norms enable it to represent and advise its clients with professional excellence and sound judgment.

Biography: "Ask a yachting lawyer or other industry professional which VAT advisor he most associates with yachts, and he will probably say Ayuk." After 20 years as lead Partner for international accountants, and VAT Director for a global fiduciary firm, now Managing Partner of Y & A Group, LP. Expert advisor, writer, trainer and conference speaker on yachting VAT and Customs taxation matters.

Business Description: Marina Specialist - Project Management and Marina Development, providing to Marina Networks services which includes Planning, Maritime Law and Financial Advisory, recently including yachting marketing & communication like www.med.yachting.com

Business Description: Hill Robinson is the leading independent yacht management company offering unparalleled services to international clientele worldwide to assist in running yachts safely and efficiently. Our highly qualified and versatile multi-lingual team is available 24/7 to provide the essential support that makes the whole yachting experience a success.

Business Description: Oceanco is one of the world's finest yacht builders. With a yacht building facility in the Netherlands and a design and sales office in Monaco, our technically accomplished and distinctive yachts are built to standards that no other shipyard exceeds. Unsurpassed Dutch engineering, specifications, craftsmen, quality controls; for Oceanco these are not aims, they are achievements. Our yachts are built with meticulous dedication and respect to the visions of both the owner and designer ' a yacht for yachtsmen.

Business Description: The Association of Yacht Support Services (AYSS) is the only global network of professional superyacht agents, providing premium shore support in over 45 countries. With over 70 trusted members across key cruising regions—including the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Americas, Asia, and Pacific—AYSS ensures vessels, crew, and owners receive expert local knowledge, reliable port services, and tailored concierge support. AYSS promotes the highest standards of service, fosters collaboration among its members, and offers a trusted platform for captains, managers, and owners seeking consistent, high-quality assistance worldwide. For regional information and contact details for all our agents visit www.ayss.org

Business Description: The superyacht hub of the South Pacific, Orams Marine has hauling capacity to 820 tonnes, 60 metre superyacht buildings for covered refit work and further extensive facilities, complemented by a wide range of specialist services. This award-winning superyacht refit yard sits in the heart of downtown Auckland’s CBD, surrounded by world-renowned hospitality, entertainment and recreational precincts, and with deep water access and no air draft restriction. Orams Marine is equipped with world-class facilities, a highly-experienced team, and technical finesse which has seen it produce award-winning refits since 1987, as the pre-eminent superyacht hub of the region.

Biography: Managing director of Orams Marine, Craig Park draws on his extensive experience in superyacht refit to guide this refit yard which has become the superyacht hub of the South Pacific. With close to 30 years working within the superyacht industry, he applies his in-depth technical knowledge to hone the systems and processes which create an excellent refit project. Craig is also an advocate for all that New Zealand offers as a destination and enjoys sharing his knowledge of its coastlines.

Business Description: Founded in 1995 by Naval Architect and Marine Engineer Sergio Cutolo, Hydro Tec was born as an engineering company and, in the early 2000’s has made a natural move into design with instant success, which has been acknowledged by its peers and rewarded with multiple awards. Hydro Tec can start from a blank sheet to conceive a new yacht, and find solutions for any kind of matter, offering something unique: an integrated design vision that can deliver the full-package.. But, primarily, it offers its expertise to design the perfect yacht in terms of aesthetic and function. Hydro Tec realised that this is only possible when you have a multi-professional presence in the same company, all with a common sensibility. Sergio Cutolo, founder of Hydro Tec, conveys these values and sensitivity to the entire team of Hydro Tec, which today counts more than 20 people and different external partners and has delivered almost 150 yachts, and has 25 underway, since its inception in 1995. Hydro tec’s integrated approach gives huge benefits to all aspects, whether it is to complete the entire design and engineering or when working as part of a team. Hydro Tec’s aim is to design yachts able to offer the guests a wide variety of experiences, containing multiple toys and amenities, being comfortable both for fun and for business, being able to reach far and complicated destinations, being performing and eco-friendly. Over its 27 year experience in the yacht industry Hydro Tec has been rewarded with multiple awards and has been working on a wide range of yacht involving nearly every type, from the pocket explorer to the fast alluminium yacht and from the small tender to the 90+ metres Mega Yacht.

Business Description: About IGY Marinas IGY’s worldwide network of marina destinations sets industry-leading standards for service and quality in nautical tourism. IGY is the only global portfolio of premium yachting destinations, serving over 10,000 annual customers at 24 destinations across 14 countries. IGY’s unprecedented collection of marinas spans the Americas, Europe, and Middle East, serves a variety of vessel types, and is the favored port for many of the world’s largest yachts. IGY’s Trident Club further elevates superyacht services as a groundbreaking invitation-only membership club for yachts with valuable benefits such as guaranteed dockage.

Business Description: Destry Darr Designs is an established interior design firm specializing in comprehensive and custom yacht interior design. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Destry Darr Designs works locally, nationally and internationally to develop custom high-end interiors for a variety of clients on their privately owned yachts and with prestigious, world-known yacht builders.

Business Description: Offering "A Taste of the Good Life", Yacht Life Vodka is a prestige level spirit, conceptualized in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with seafaring consumers in mind. Made from water and the finest American wheat, Yacht Life Vodka is distilled in a pure copper still a minimum of 16 times, then filtered to further extract impurities. The result is a sophisticated vodka with a smooth taste and finish. Yacht Life Vodka’s custom screen-printed, squared bottle is designed to provide little to no air space when storing and stocking aboard a yacht. It depicts a stylistic yacht cutting through a wave on deep blue water, with an artistic expression of condensation on an ice-cold bottle and features a scannable QR code that allows consumers to step into the exclusive, behind-the-scenes world of yachting with photos, videos, cocktail recipes, dish pairings from the galley, information on yachting destinations around the world and more.

Biography: Marketing Director for Yacht Life Vodka.

Business Description: Crewsure Marine Insurance is designed to meet the requirements imposed by MLC 2006 to provide ships’ crew personalised medical benefits, injury cover, death in service, sick pay, loss of baggage and repatriation. For the owner, it also provides crew replacement cover and can be extended to include unpaid wages from abandonment. The program will provide comprehensive and flexible healthcare benefits for crews aboard superyachts/luxury charters, cruise lines and other commercial vessels based in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean and worldwide.

Biography: Eric Rahn brings more than four decades of specialized insurance and risk-management experience to the global maritime industry, with deep expertise spanning cruise lines and commercial marine operations. His maritime career began at just 18 years old working aboard cruise ships, where he gained a hands-on understanding of vessel operations, crew dynamics, and the unique challenges faced at sea. Since then, he has worked across nearly every sector of the industry—spanning international shipbuilding, shipyard operations and risk, concessionaires, flying crews, setup/delivery teams, and large-scale passenger ship management. This breadth of experience gives him a rare, 360-degree view of the risks, MLC 2006 compliance obligations, and operational realities affecting today’s global seafarer workforce. Today, Eric works closely with marine brokers, operators, crewing/manning agencies and global insurers to build comprehensive crew-care strategies that help organizations reduce exposure, protect their people, and elevate safety standards across the maritime sector.

Business Description: <p class="gmail-m-4531619871478216103xmsonormal"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif">Skye Navi is a US-based yacht consultancy firm. Managed by Erin Schulz, Skye Navi sources and assists with financing of new-build and brokerage yachts for a discerning global clientele. In addition to brokerage, Skye Navi is also focusing on the production of the Amphfoil SEV (Surface Effect Vessel), an electric, zero-carbon yacht that is an ideal tender & toy for the superyacht market.</span></p>

Biography: Erin Schulz is the founder of Skye Navi. Born and raised in Newport, Rhode Island, she has studied in New York City, Washington, DC, and Switzerland. Erin has been a yacht broker under YBAA since 2007. She serves as a board member for STec Technology, Inc., a marine engineering firm, and is skilled in assisting buyers with all stages of the yacht build and purchase process from initial design, financing, refits, launches, and sales. She works out of New York City and Bal Harbour, Florida.

Business Description: AkzoNobel’s Yacht Coatings brands of Awlgrip, Interlux, International, and Sea Hawk offer high performance yacht coatings for above and below the waterline. Our yacht brands hold the reputation of performance, trust, and recognition in the world of decorative and functional yacht coatings. This reputation has been built upon outstanding quality, a superlative finish against which all other coatings are measured, and continuous innovation supported by the unrivalled technical expertise of AkzoNobel.

Business Description: Established in 2015, Specialist Marine was created to deliver Marine Surveying Services to clients worldwide. Our company is built upon a foundation of highly knowledgeable and experienced personnel dedicated to providing services with the utmost integrity within the yachting industry. Our team specializes in surveying a wide range of vessels, from small crafts to mega yachts.

Business Description: We combine a passion for shipbuilding with the highest of quality standards. Our name stands for 165 years of tradition and high-value German craftsmanship. Lloyd Werft is located on a site covering more than 260.000 square metres in Bremerhaven's Überseehäfen on the German North Sea coast. Three large dry and floating docks as well as high-performance workshops and logistics sectors makes possible the building and conversion of ships which are more than 300 metres in length and draw up to 11 metres. Our customers profit from many years of experience and routine as well as from the extensive specialist knowledge of our employees. Complex projects like newbuilding and refits of mega yachts are our passion. We can meet the expectations of our customers for the highest quality, precision, reliability and discretion. With experience, know-how, competence and creativity. Lloyd Werft is well-known for these qualities.

Biography: Westrec Marinas is one of the largest national marina operators in the United States, and currently operates a portfolio of over 25 marina facilities. Comprising some 15,000 wet and dry storage spaces, westrec accommodates vessels ranging in size from personal watercraft to megayachts, served by over 500 employees. Westrec's consulting experience ranges over one hundred different marina properties and their operational skills are widely recognized. Since 1987 Westrec has constructed, renovated and redesigned over $300 million in marina projects. Westrec Southern Regional Office administrators the company's interests throughout the state of Florida, the Caribbean, South and Central America.

Business Description: <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Tankoa Yachts is a “boutique shipyard”, building a few unique yachts per year as a precise choice. Every single client is owed to a personal, one-to-one approach. We simply partner with each yacht Owner in turning his passion, taste and route into reality.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Always focused on custom constructions of 45 – 80 meters, below 500GT and up, in our over 60,000 sqm hub between Genoa headquarters and new Civitavecchia facilities, we put all our resources, ideas, talent, time and space at the service of our Owners’ passion for the sea. From the concept to the launch, through a natural and smooth process, thanks to our boundless maritime and nautical culture as well as our in-house know-how, along with shared creative design and exceptional craftsmanship.</span></p>

Business Description: With over 700 islands and cays and 16 unique island destinations, The Bahamas lies just 50 miles off the coast of Florida, offering an easy escape that transports travelers away from their everyday. The Islands of The Bahamas has world-class Yachting, fishing, diving, boating, birding and nature-based activities, thousands of miles of the earth’s most spectacular water and pristine beaches waiting for families, couples and adventurers. Explore all the islands have to offer at <u>www.bahamas.com</u> or on Facebook, YouTube or Instagram to see why It’s Better in The Bahamas.

Business Description: The MMA PCS Yacht Specialty Group has extensive experience in yacht insurance that enables us to address risks and handle uncommon situations. We offer expert recommendations and trusted advice, and develop customized insurance programs so you can protect your yacht, property, crew, and passengers. With ongoing stewardship of your yacht risk management program, we make sure your coverage keeps pace with changes in your life and lifestyle.

Business Description: Developers of the original catamaran-based support platform SHADOWCAT Turnkey, bespoke aluminium fast catamarans for use in support function and new-age expedition style experiences at sea.

Biography: <div>Jennifer Johnston Smith is Co-Founder and Commercial Director of SHADOWCAT, where she leads strategic development, brand positioning, and market engagement for one of the most innovative platforms in modern yacht design. With a background that bridges design sensibility and commercial execution, she plays a central role in translating complex operational concepts into clear, compelling programs for owners, shipyards, and industry partners.</div> <div>At SHADOWCAT, Johnston Smith has been instrumental in shaping the company’s category-defining approach to support vessels, helping position the multi-vessel model as both an operational and investment strategy. She is a vocal advocate for rethinking how yacht programs are structured, emphasizing efficiency, flexibility, and real-world usability over traditional measures of scale.</div> <div></div> <div>Her work extends beyond commercial leadership into thought leadership within the superyacht industry. Through panels, publications, and industry forums, she contributes to ongoing discussions around evolving owner expectations, sustainability, and the shift toward more functional, capability-driven vessel design. She has also been closely involved in the development of forward-looking concepts, including security-focused and environmentally progressive platforms that expand the role of support vessels beyond logistics into fully integrated operational assets.</div> <div></div> <div>Johnston Smith’s approach is defined by her ability to distill complex ideas into clear direction, aligning stakeholders around a shared vision while maintaining focus on execution. Her leadership continues to influence how modern yacht programs are conceived, communicated, and delivered.</div>

Biography: ISS Board of Directors since 2008, member of Executive Committee since 2020.  Served as Board Representative to ISS President Capt. Glen Allen. Served as ISS Treasurer 2023, 2024, 2025. ISS Technology Award Judges Committee.  Elected ISS President effective Jan 2026. John Venables has been devoted to the advancement of the marine industry for over 40 years, in both senior engineering and executive roles, and has been a supporter of the ISS since its inception.  The last 17 years John has been engaged as CEO & owner of NAIAD MARITIME GROUP, INC., a US multinational corporation and parent of the NAIAD DYNAMICS® companies with operations in Connecticut, Maryland, and Florida USA; Southampton UK; La Ciotat France; Maastricht Netherlands; and Perth Australia.  From 1991 to 2009, John oversaw a division of marine technology businesses of public shipbuilder VT Group plc and served as COO and a founding executive of VT Motion Control Group- an international collection of leading companies specializing in stabilization & multi-axis ride control for all hull forms.  John’s companies have supplied stabilization systems to over 14,000 ships—in addition to yachts these also include most of the world’s fast ferries and navies.  John holds several degrees in Engineering & Business (magna or summa cum laude), including a Master of Science, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, New York. He has served on a number of Boards, including VT US Inc ($500M+), and aside from the non-profit ISS, he currently serves as Director of 6 corporations and 2 LLCs.  John has been a speaker at various European and US design, yacht, and naval conferences, and his personal professional affiliations include the Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers (SNAME), American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE), International Hydrofoil Society (IHS), and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME). John continues to volunteer his time and be a strong advocate for the global yacht industry.

Business Description: Full-Service Design Build Firm specializing in Luxury Residential and Yacht Design. At Architexture Nautica we specialize in transforming yachts into truly exceptional, tailor-made living environments. With a deep understanding of luxury marine design and a commitment to meticulous craftsmanship, we provide end-to-end refit services—from comprehensive full interior renovations to curated selections of fine furnishings, finishes, and fittings.

Biography: With a lifelong connection to the sea, Julie Hardridge of Architexture Nautica brings a unique perspective to the world of yacht interiors. Growing up aboard her family’s 110-foot motor yacht, she developed an intimate understanding of life at sea and the importance of creating comfortable, functional, and elegant spaces on board. These formative years instilled in her both a love for yachting and an appreciation for the lifestyle it embodies. As a young adult, her family’s second yacht, a 120-foot vessel, reinforced those values and deepened her passion for design and detail. Today, she channels that experience into the interior yacht refit business, combining personal insight with a professional commitment to craftsmanship and excellence. Yachting is not just a career path for Julie—it is part of her heritage. She approaches every project with authenticity, blending her deep-rooted connection to yacht culture with a sharp eye for design and a dedication to creating interiors that elevate the onboard experience.

Biography: Benetti is one of the oldest builders of luxury motoryachts in the world. Established by Lorenzo Benetti in 1873, the company began life building wooden boats used for local and international trade. After the death of Lorenzo, his two sons Gino and Emilio took over the management of the boatyard. They changed its name to Fratelli Benetti and quickly built up a reputation that extended beyond the Mediterranean. After the Second World War, with the disappearance of commercial sailing vessels built from wood, Benetti changed direction and began producing pleasure craft made from steel. Then in the early 1960s the boatyard produced its first luxury mega yachts. Since 1980 the fleet has included big motor yachts in the 30 to 60 meter range and beyond, not least the famous 86-meter ‘Nabila’. In 1985 the Boatyard was acquired by the celebrated Turin-based boat builder Azimut Spa, which brought in new management and transformed Benetti into the modern, technologically advanced reality we know today: a forward-looking and innovative boatyard, but also one that proudly retains its traditional values of experience, skill and a passion for fine craftsmanship. 143 years of history, more than 350 boats built, over 300,000 sq m (3.229.173 sq.ft) of production facilities at three shipyards in Italy and 35 yachts under construction at the present time, including three giga yachts of 100mt and longer. These facts and figures unambiguously demonstrate the momentum of Benetti’s growth and Clients’ unrestrained confidence in the brand.

Business Description: Risk management and insurance solutions for private pleasure yacht owners.

Business Description: In a world where everyone is constantly on the move, hopping from jets to cars and yachts, designer Kimberly Pucci is elevating the nomadic lifestyle. Particularly for those who are nautically inclined. “As an avid traveler, I’ve focused my luxury lifestyle brand around how one travels and what we look like traveling, and making that feel and look cohesive,” says Pucci.“This is about maintaining that same level of luxury in all aspects of your life and travel.” With a home and namesake flagship atelier in Newport, Rhode Island, much of Pucci’s nautical-know-how is inspired by the area’s centuries of marine history. The designer also relies on her extensive background of living and working in Italy for 25 years. She began her career along Florence’s Ponte Vecchio, working with a family of jewelers whose storied lineage dates back to the 1300s. Pucci specially crafted pieces for Ted Kennedy and his wife at the time, as well as for royalty like an African king. “In the same way I design jewelry, I now createcovetable luxuries for everyday living,” Pucci says. “My designs take one from their home to their jet to their yacht. Everything can be customized as an extension of their own personal branding.” Pucci’s American luxury goods brand is crafted like European heritage brands and includes bespoke travel accessories and exquisite home decor that’s part of The Kimberly Pucci | Casa collection for superyacht and mega-yacht living. Her offerings extend to soft and hard luxury decor for new builds as well as refits. When it comes to statement-making interiors, expect hand-woven leather wall panels, made-to-measure bedding, cashmere blankets, unique glass tiles, and hand loomed rugs that resemble pieces of art. With a finite amount of personal space on a yacht, Pucci desires to maximize every inch. “Every yacht should be different and unique. My design ethos includes an understanding of where a client is from and how to make their yacht an extension of their home and lifestyle,” Pucci says. “I also want to know the boat’s destinations and where it resides most of the year. That makes a big difference, especially when it comes to comfort. They may need different bedding or a heavier weight for their coverlet depending on the conditions.” But what truly sets Pucci apart is her devotion to Italian craftsmanship, as she works with artisans, seamstresses and cabinet makers in Italy to create an interior atmosphere that matches the world’s top yacht designs. The designer sources lightweight cashmere from Florence, as well as linens from Lake Como, so Italian-made boats are finished with the highest quality materials. Pucci now conceives and creates ultra-luxe designs for Pershing Yachts, which is owned by Ferretti Group, where each hull has its own individual personality. The designer is also a partner of Allied Marine and created an exclusive Kimberly Pucci pop-up experience for guests at this summer’s 2023 Allied Marine Rendezvous in Montauk. Her travel bags, including large weekenders, totes and carry-alls, add another layer of indulgence for the jet-set crowd. They can be customized with the name of the boat or with its owners’ initials, as well as the boat’s coordinating colors and aesthetics. Each piece is crafted with buttery soft leather, fully customizable details, and fashioned to easily fit anywhere from yachts to private jets. Even as a boutique brand, Pucci manufactures her lifestyle goods near the distinguished Scandicci region of Tuscany, where the world’s most exclusive brands produce their leather goods. A testament to her unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, Pucci’s small-batch color tannery is approved by the U.S. for sustainability and offers more than 250 colorways. Some of the most popular hues include fiery orange Arancia, which is reminiscent of the sunsets that she captures from her second home in Tuscany; Aqua from her Amalfi collection that recalls the turquoise umbrellas that line the Amalfi Coast; as well as her signature stripes that are fitting of any nautical lifestyle. Those who wish to travel with their dog can bring their pet aboard in synchronized style. Pucci recently released the Frankie Collection, a pet accessories line that’s inspired by her golden retriever, Frankie, and crafted in premium Italian leather. The line features collars, leashes, waste bag holders and coordinating credit card holders for owners that come in 12 colorways and her signature stripes. For those jet-set pets onboard, Pucci also creates customized dog beds made with soft linens or cotton thatmatch the bedding of the boat for a harmonious, seamless look.Thanks to Pucci’s ever-evolving vision and creations, everyone can travel in style.

Biography: Kimberly Pucci was planning to become a lawyer, but a fateful junior year abroad at the Università degli Studi di Firenze changed everything. "Florence stopped me in my tracks," she recalls. "Everywhere I turned I was inspired, whether it was food, wine, art or just the culture of living la dolce vita." Her host family included artisans who handcrafted frames for Renaissance paintings at the Uffizi Gallery—and she was hooked. Immediately after graduating from the University of Rhode Island, she returned to Florence and immersed herself in every aspect of Renaissance art—taking University courses, working as an art-school archivist, even sneaking into the Pitti Palace with a friend who was restoring Medici dresses. "I bought myself a beautiful apple-red bike with a big basket and a bell, and would just ride the around city," she remembers. "My favorite cappuccino bar was in the Oltarno neighborhood, the hub of the Florentine artisan scene. Every morning the goldsmiths, woodworkers, painters and sculptors would convene for a caffe corretto, and I’d chat with them about their latest commissions.” Surrounded by art at every turn, she embraced every opportunity to learn more. “Anytime there was a church open or someone in a studio working on mosaics, I had to pop my head in to look." After obtaining a work visa and few entry level-positions at Ferragamo and Gucci, Kimberly decided to try her luck on the Ponte Vecchio, the world's most renowned jewelry destination for almost 500 years. "I walked into one store that just blew me away. A very, very large showroom of the most incredible jewelry. Just breathtaking." The owners, from a lineage of Florentine jewelers going back to the 1300s, hired her on the spot—and soon she found herself working with everyone from American senators to African kings. Over the next 11 years she learned every aspect of the business, ultimately becoming Retail Director of the store. "What I really loved was sitting with the artisans as they handcrafted a piece of jewelry," she says. "They would literally show me the entire process: how to select and set gemstones, how to transform the raw materials into a wearable work of art." Missing her family back in Rhode Island, Kimberly proposed a clever win-win: during the store’s annual off-season, she would build a private trunk show business in the US. "I'd fly to Chicago, or Houston, or San Francisco with four million dollars of amazing Italian jewelry in my backpack!" she laughs. "That's really how I became an entrepreneur. Women loved that I could offer them something unique, one-of-a-kind, that they couldn't get anywhere else." During this time, Kimberly met her husband Alessio, a native of Tuscany studying architecture at the Università di Firenze. As her stateside success grew, the couple decided to relocate to Kimberly's native Rhode Island, but still maintain a foothold in Tuscany with their villa in Montespertoli. Kimberly continued to build her career with leading fine jewelers in the New England area, but her entrepreneurial spirit would not be denied. Now, with Kimberly Pucci Atelier and Kimberly Pucci Vault, her artistic sensibility and unparalleled expertise have found their ultimate expression. "I am living my passion," she says. "Building relationships with my clients, and my artisans, based on uncompromising quality and integrity. It's a dream come true."

Business Description: GX Superyachts is the brainchild of the team behind Greenline Yachts, which has been producing efficient hybrid yachts up to 58ft for more than 15 years. Taking that experience of cutting-edge hybrid propulsion, smart hull design and solar charging, they have made the next step by addressing their vision to the superyacht sector. The result is a line-up of 24-56m custom yachts which offer seductive design and extraordinary comfort for the true yachting lifestyle. And yet, the new brand fully embraces Greenline’s core principle of responsible yachting. They will set a new benchmark in environmental performance centered on Greenline’s unique serial hybrid drive and powerful solar arrays which form part of the structure of the yacht.

Business Description: Quick USA is a leading provider of innovative marine equipment and advanced technology solutions tailored for the North American boating and yachting industry. As the U.S. branch of the internationally recognized Quick Group, Quick USA offers a comprehensive range of products including gyroscopic stabilizers, anchoring systems, lighting, and onboard electronics. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company is strategically positioned to serve boat builders, dealers, and end users with local support, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality and performance.

Biography: Senior Executive with 20+ years of experience in the luxury yachting industry. Specialized in sales, aftersales and service, with a proven track record in developing and motivating cross-functional teams, implementing efficient workflows, and creating revenue streams. Adept at building strong relationships with stakeholders and excelling in international markets.

Business Description: Viking Maritime Group is leading the way as a maritime services company and operates in the United Kingdom, USA, New Zealand and the Philippines. Founded in 1988, today the company encompasses a diverse group of businesses including; Viking Crew, the leading maritime crew services provider; MSA, our first maritime skills academy; and, Chiltern Maritime, the UK’s top merchant navy cadetship provider.

Biography: As Group Managing Director, Matthew is responsible for overseeing all Offices, Associates and Departments globally within the Viking Maritime Group, including Viking Crew and the Maritime Skills Academy and reports directly to the Chairman and the Board. Matthew is instrumental in advancing the company in all sectors, including business development, monitoring industry trends, maximising client growth, and ensuring current clients and candidates are receiving the bespoke and tailored services that Viking provides. Matthew joined Viking in 2001. Prior to this, he had a seagoing career spanning eight years working in the Hotel Department of Holland America Line and Windstar Cruises. His earlier career was spent in the Guest Services department, sailing out of Dover on cross-channel ferries. Matthew, along with all the Directors and Management at Viking, is not just a passive observer but a proactive force in ensuring that administrative and technological standards are progressive and in line with International Maritime Law, global employment and payroll procedures and industry training standards. This, coupled with our Lloyds accredited Quality Assurance, ensures we are constantly reviewing and improving our company and client policies and procedures, to provide best practice.

Business Description: Sarti del Mare is the vision to be the first EXCLUSIVE YACHT WEAR for the Owner, the Family and the Special Guests. We don’t do uniform, we create the look of the Vessel for the Owner and his closest persons when they are on board or in shore. A unique style for the guests and the Owner ideas. Starting from an exclusive collection of products, every customization is possible, color, style embrodery and more. We use technical materials combined with best exclusive materials like Storm System by LoroPiana. Top Cashmere and exclusive linen are also part of the selection.

Biography: Max Girombelli’s Sarti del Mare is the culmination of Max Girombelli’s lifelong vision, deeply rooted in Italian fashion heritage and a profound love for the sea. Hailing from a family that has shaped the world of fashion for decades, Max’s journey is one of passion and legacy. With Sarti del Mare, he blends this rich sartorial tradition with his sea spirit, crafting bespoke garments that embody elegance and adventure.

Business Description: Insurance brokers for owners of the world's most prestigious superyachts.

Biography: Served on the ISS Board from Jan 2006-Jan 2012. Nancy has over 30+ year's experience in the insurance industry. In 2026 Nancy joined Howden Superyachts, previously she worked at WTW Marine for 17 years and Marsh in their Luxury Yacht Practice for 13 years. Nancy and her team work closely with industry specialists including admiralty attorneys, shipyards, project managers, yacht brokers and financing organizations. She has been a frequent guest speaker at luxury yacht venues both US and internationally and travels globally within the luxury yacht circuit.

Business Description: Shipyard for luxury yachts from 50 m to 200 m as well as for refit, repair & conversion

Business Description: Bargate Murray is an award-winning luxury asset law firm that acts for clients throughout the world. As well as being one of the world’s leading specialist superyacht law firms, we also advise in relation to other luxury assets such as private jets, high end residential property and fine art.

Business Description: CMC Marine was founded in 2005 with the aim to offer a new generation of control and stabilizing systems meticulously designed and built. From the beginning the Company has invested considerably in R&D, in collaboration with Italy’s best universities, with shipyards’ technical departments and with technical partners. Through the years, CMC Marine has developed several innovative products: launched in 2008, Stabilis Electra was world’s first electrically actuated stabilizing system and was granted European Patent n° 2172394 in 2012. Since then, CMC Marine has kept investing in R&D relentlessly, releasing to the market several innovations: “Dia-Log” control software – which was granted an European patent in 2013 – followed by CMC’s unique integrated stabilizing and steering system. And a lot more is ready to be launched in the near future.

Biography: Raffa Invrea Managing Director of CMC Marine's US business. Raffa is Italian by birth but American by adoption (he has lived in the United States for over 20 years) and for over 15 years was General Manager of major US company Sea Recovery (Danfoss Group and then Parker), world leader in seawater desalinators, handling global management and international business development. A yacht enthusiast, the new Managing Director of CMC Marine has gained specific experience in the international yachting market, resulting in a profound understanding of the industry and a consolidated network of personal contacts with business managers.

Business Description: Döhle Yachts was founded as the large yacht services and support group of Döhle Private Clients Limited, which is part of Peter Döhle Schiffahrts-KG, one of the world’s largest shipping companies employing over 4,800 seafarers on over 450 vessels. With over forty years of in-depth experience in the shipping and superyacht industry, Döhle Yachts understand the value of these assets, the intricacies and complexities that it takes to manage them and the support and service that Captains and crew require. From very start our mission was to be a trusted partner supporting those involved in owning, operating, crewing and managing superyachts, leaving the Captain to run the vessel without the distraction of onerous administration and time consuming paperwork. The result is that owners and their guests can enjoy the yacht to the fullest extent in the certain knowledge that yacht is managed in an efficient, cost effective and discrete manner. Today, we provide a comprehensive range of services to the superyacht industry and to many of the best known, most valuable and admired yachts in the world – in short: Managing Perfection.

Biography: Richie Blake joined Döhle Yachts in 2015 as the Technical Director, forming Döhle Yachts Technical Services Ltd in the UK. In 2019, he joined the board of Döhle Yachts’ parent company taking on the role of Joint Managing Director with Joerg Vanselow, and assumed the sole responsibility upon Joerg’s retirement. He is currently serving as the Managing Director of the Döhle Yachts Group. As a Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institute of Marine Engineering Science and Technology, Richie started his career at sea as an Engineer. He then gained a degree in Engineering and joined Lloyds Register, where he was involved with a number of large passenger ship new construction projects in Italy, France and Japan. He was also the Lead Auditor for LR Japan for the ISM and ISPS Codes. After leaving Lloyds Register, he spent a short time with Carnival Corporate Shipbuilding before joining the Cayman Islands Shipping Registry (CISR) in 2006. He served as the Deputy Director in the European Regional Office, responsible for all technical operations and policy outside of the Americas and Caribbean regions. During his time with the CISR, Richie was also involved with the introduction of the Passenger Yacht Code (PYC) and the development of the Large Yacht Code into LY3. Richie lives in Warsash with his family and enjoys spending time riding his motorbikes and on the water with his children.    

Business Description: Yacht Support, Safety and Compliance, Fiduciary, Crewing. Riela Yachts is an independently owned company based on the Isle of Man, in the United Kingdom and Monaco, offering solutions to help Owners, Captains, and Crew manage superyachts through our streamlined support.

Biography: Rob Tobin is the Managing Director of the <a href="https://www.riela-group.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Riela Group</a> of Companies and is responsible for overseeing our business operations, our people and driving excellence in all we do. Robert brings over 25 years of successful leadership and entrepreneurial experience across a range of industries including Family Office, corporate services, construction engineering, Superyachts, cyber security and information technology development to our Group, and to our customers. In the past 15 years Rob has gained a prominent reputation within the Superyacht industry for his passion, integrity, innovation and achievements to date. “Being part of an awesome, capable and forward-thinking team that have a shared passion for Superyachts, people and the environment is the highlight of my career and puts a smile on my face and a spring in my step every day”.

Business Description: Boutique Yacht Management company. Complete service with our parent company, FEMA International SA, can offer services from Survey/Inspection through total yacht and financial management.

Business Description: Robert Allen Law was founded in 1993 by Robert N. Allen, Jr. We are a South-Florida based boutique international law firm specializing in business law, yacht law, and litigation.  Our attorneys serve clients throughout the United States,  Europe and South America. Headquartered in The Four Seasons Office Tower in the heart of Miami’s financial district, we also have offices in Palm Beach, and are available by appointment in New York City. Robert Allen Law attorneys offer a concierge-level of service tailored to meet the unique needs of international corporate and individual clients.

Business Description: Burger Boat Company, celebrating it 160^th anniversary, builds and designs custom yachts in aluminum and/or steel, to 260 feet (80m) and is recognized worldwide for design, quality construction, seaworthiness and reliability. Burger is one of the oldest and most respected custom builders in America. Working with in-house designers and engineers, as well as highly acclaimed designers from around the world, Burger continues to raise the bar in quality, technology and innovation. Burger works intimately with each owner to develop and achieve a pristine vision of their ideal vessel. Based at its state-of-the-art shipyard in Manitowoc, Wis., in the United States, Burger forges trusting relationships to achieve an owner or designer’s vision through a collaborative process. The talented team at Burger also offers exceptional custom furniture, as well as refit and repair services.

Biography: Served on ISS Board twice, January 2009 - December 2012 then January 2024 to Present Ron Cleveringa is a Senior Vice President at Burger Boat Company, a premier custom yacht builder located in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. With a robust background in the marine industry, Ron brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. His leadership has been instrumental in strengthening Burger Boat Company's market presence and reputation for excellence. Joining Burger Boat Company in 2000, Ron has a deep-seated passion for boating and a strong track record of success within the yachting sector. His strategic vision and innovative approach have played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s customer base and enhancing its brand recognition globally. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, he continues to help drive the company's success and growth. His ability to forge strong relationships with clients and industry partners has further cemented Burger Boat Company’s position as a leader in the custom yacht building industry.

Business Description: Damen Yachting has a rich history in luxury yacht building. In 2018 we celebrated 100 years of Amels and we can trace the maritime DNA at our yards back for centuries. Damen Yachting, a division within the Damen Shipyards Group, was created in 2019. The division combines the pedigree and heritage of our Amels yachts with our growing portfolio of SeaXplorer yachts and Yacht Support vessels.

Biography: Sarah is the US Managing Director and Group Head of Charter at Camper & Nicholsons, overseeing US operations while leading the company's global charter division. With over a decade in the yachting industry, she brings commercial acuity and a solutions-driven approach, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional service for clients worldwide.

Business Description: OQ CREW is a premier yacht officer recruitment agency specializing in the placement of the most competent, experienced, and licensed deck officers across the global superyacht fleet. Founded with a mission to raise the bar in maritime staffing, OQ CREW is not just another crew agency—we are a gold-standard solution for captains, owners, and fleet managers seeking unmatched professionalism, proficiency, and trust. We represent a meticulously vetted roster of yacht captains, chief officers, engineers, and deck professionals who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, technical skill, and safety management. Every OQ CREW candidate undergoes an extensive multi-phase evaluation process including scenario-based interviews, license verification, simulator assessments, and reference checks to ensure they meet our uncompromising standards. With a headquarters based next to Maritime Professional Training (MPT) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and a dedicated crew study residence—Officers Quarters Crew House—we support mariners through every phase of their career development. Our in-house training resources and mentorship initiatives ensure that each officer remains at the forefront of industry best practices and regulatory compliance. Whether supporting a new build, managing a charter rotation, or replacing a critical leadership position on board, OQ CREW delivers peace of mind through unmatched precision in placement. We don’t just fill positions—we build trusted bridges between world-class yachts and world-class mariners.

Biography: As a lifelong maritime professional, I bring over two decades of combined as a experience yacht captain and crew leadership to the industry. Currently, I serve as the Co-Founder of Officers Quarters Crew (OQ CREW)—a recruitment agency dedicated exclusively to placing the most qualified, licensed, and proficient deck officers, yacht captains, and engineers in the global superyacht fleet. My career has been anchored in operational excellence, safety, and integrity—qualities I continue to champion through OQ CREW’s rigorous vetting process, simulator-based assessments, and commitment to industry standards. We don’t just fill roles—we build careers and elevate crew culture through competency, professionalism, and long-term partnership. Having worked extensively with fleet managers, owners’ representatives, and training academies worldwide, I am passionate about advancing the global yachting community through collaboration, mentorship, and the cultivation of elite mariner talent. Joining the International Superyacht Society is both a professional milestone and an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the future of yachting. I look forward to connecting with fellow industry leaders to exchange insights, foster innovation, and uphold the standards that define our world-class industry.

Business Description: Luxury at sea demands reliable connectivity - Superyachts and other large private vessels are meticulously outfitted to enjoy luxury at sea yet still pose unique connectivity challenges. Factors such as location, movement, and distance from shore-based cell towers can disrupt maritime connectivity. Zinwave Ltd can offer your guests continuous cellular connectivity throughout the voyage—from the dock to the top deck and back. Zinwave specialises in providing wireless coverage solutions, particularly for challenging environments like superyachts. Our technology, a distributed antenna system (DAS), ensures reliable mobile and Wi-Fi connectivity throughout your vessel, even within the metal structures that can block radio signals. This allows superyacht owners and guests to stay connected with high-speed voice and data services while at sea - Zinwave Ltd provides exceptional value with our genuinely future-ready, flexible, and scalable active DAS solution. We aim to be the preferred provider of world-class wireless coverage solutions, delivering the utmost value to mobile network operators, integrators, and end-users through our distinctive wideband technology.

Biography: Luxury at sea demands reliable connectivity - Superyachts and other large private vessels are meticulously outfitted to enjoy luxury at sea yet still pose unique connectivity challenges. Factors such as location, movement, and distance from shore-based cell towers can disrupt maritime connectivity. Zinwave Ltd can offer your guests continuous cellular connectivity throughout the voyage—from the dock to the top deck and back.