At British Superyacht, our mission has always been clear: bringing together the globally renowned quality and excellence of the superyacht industry around the British Isles. Our superyacht sector is built upon an enviable heritage of craft, innovation, and unwavering professional standards. As our community flourishes, we are delighted to welcome three distinct, world-class businesses into our member portfolio: Fendequip, Tiger Co, and ITIC.

For decades, superyacht management has operated on legacy structures—balancing reactive maintenance, opaque fee arrangements, and shifting regulatory demands. Yet with changing owner demographics, intense scrutiny on fiscal transparency, and rising crew pressures, the traditional model is facing a long-overdue reckoning. At the British Superyacht Forum 2026 in Southampton, industry leaders will explore and discuss "What Needs to Change in Yacht Management"

With anticipation building for the British Superyacht Forum 2026 on 13 October at Southampton’s prestigious Harbour Hotel & Spa, Ocean Village, we are delighted to introduce our headline session: the Shipyard Panellists. At the very heart of the superyacht industry lies the shipyard—where engineering ambition meets artisanal craftsmanship. As demands intensify, how are leading yards navigating unprecedented industry evolution?