The MYBA Charter Show (MCS) is one of the most significant events in the yachting industry, showcasing the Association's organizational prowess. With over 20 years of successful evolution and a proven track record of excellence, the MYBA Charter Show presents a handpicked selection of superyachts to a qualified audience, aiming to promote and support a sustainable yachting industry. The MYBA carefully considers all ideas and solicitations received, which could benefit its Members and the industry as a whole, resulting in a top-quality event every year. 2023 MYBA Charter Show is taking place in Marina Port Vell in Barcelona from April 24th to 27th.
“This year, we welcome a very special edition of the MYBA Show. It is a more intimate and exclusive MYBA Show than in previous years, with an assistance of yachts of the highest level”, says Judith Estrella, Chairwoman of the MYBA Charter Show Panel.
The event will feature an impressive lineup of superyachts available for charter, providing brokers with an opportunity to explore and gather information that caters to their clients' needs. The show is dedicated to maintaining its long-standing tradition of excellence, promising to deliver a remarkable experience for attendees. Here is the list of five yachts that can’t be missed.
Nero
Corsair Yachts
90.1m
One of the most head-turning yachts on the planet, she welcomes guests back on board with some thrilling new features. After an extensive 2021 refit and upgrades programme, Nero is once again available for charter. Her modern exterior with classically-inspired lines designed in the spirit of the 1930’s Corsair yacht, belonging to J.P. Morgan.
One of Nero's new features is the state-of-the-art gym on the sun deck, equipped with top-of-the-range Technogym kit, loose weights, yoga, and pilates equipment, as well as a qualified physical trainer as part of the crew. The upper deck now has a beauty salon, complete with a professional Nilo chair, enabling manicures, pedicures, hair treatments, and converting into a massage table. The yacht also has a second massage room for those who need a change of scene.
Nero has undergone a full repaint and deck refresh, along with new handmade carpets, a new hardwood floor, new soft furnishings and fabrics, new sofas, and new artworks. Her distinctive 9.5m Corsair custom-built tender has also been completely refitted, so guests can arrive in impeccable style. The yacht can reach a top speed of 17 knots and cruise at 14 knots.
She is available with Burgess from EUR497,000.
Boadicea
Amels
76.6m
Named after the warrior queen of the ancient British Iceni tribe, the 76.6-meter superyacht Boadicea was delivered by Amels in 1999. Her stunning, timeless decor and lavish five-star amenities offer an unparalleled yachting experience that seamlessly blends relaxation and entertainment on a grand scale.
Boasting a spacious interior volume of 2,191 GT, she accommodates 12 guests (+2 supernumeraries) in nine cabins. Boadicea’s amenities include a cinema, theater, spa, beach club, and even a doctor’s cabin and medical room on board. Boadicea's large interior volume allows her to offer a range of features that ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests.
For summer season Boadicea is available for charter with Yachting Partners International from EUR645,000.
Joy
Feadship
70m
Joy was launched by Feadship in 2016. Her exterior lines were drawn by Bannenberg and Rowell, while Studio Indigo was responsible for her interior. She spreads across five decks, her expansive outdoor space goes unrivaled and adds to her appeal as a luxury charter yacht. Beautiful concave lines and the artistic use of glass creates perfect harmony between the exterior and interior making her an ideal yacht for summertime cruising.
She offers a flexible cabin layout sure to sleep 12 guests comfortably. Joy features eight cabins, an elevator servicing three of the five decks plus an array of facilities dedicated to wellness (except a large gym, spa room and on board masseuse). Joy is powered by twin MTU diesel engines and can reach a top speed of 16 knots and cruise at 12 knots.
She is available by Burgess, her summer rate starts from EUR650,000.
Calypso
Amels
61.5m
Calypso was built in 2003 by Amels shipyard in the Netherlands under the name Solemar. The exterior and interior design of the vessel was executed by Hampshire-based designer Michael Leach, while the shipyard was responsible for her naval architecture. Calypso offers a spacious interior volume of 1,149 GT, accommodating up to 12 guests in six staterooms. The staterooms consist of a VIP stateroom on the bridge deck, four double staterooms on the lower deck, and a split-level master suite on the main deck.
Calypso is powered by two Caterpillar 3516B engines, each delivering 2,636 horsepower, giving her a top speed of 17 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 15 knots. She boasts an impressive range of 5,500 nautical miles at her cruising speed.
Currently exhibited by Y.CO, Calypso is available for summer charter from EUR345,000.
Marala
Camper & Nicholsons
59m
True classic 59-meter Marala has a long story, in 1930 Montague S Napier, one of the most active yacht owners of the time, ordered her from Camper & Nicholsons, but unfortunately did not live to see his yacht finished, dying one month prior to her launch. The only yacht in the shipyard’s history to be launched without a name, aircraft manufacturer Richard Fairey – actually an enthusiastic regatta sailor – subsequently took her over.
After serving the British Navy in World War II as HMS Evadne, the yacht changed hands several times until Robert de Balkany finally christened her Marala, her present name. After de Balkany, who was married to the daughter of the last King of Italy, passed away, Marala came back on the market in 2017. Her current and very experienced owner invests in a veritable refit, which was done by Pendennis Shipyard in Falmouth. Under the direction of London-based design studio Muza Lab, the entire interior was overhauled. Carpentry, furniture, fabrics and fittings were adapted to match the 1930s art deco look Marala once had. In terms of technology, the owner had many components modernized or replaced, only the main engines are still the original ones.
The 59-meter-long Marala has six cabins for twelve guests. The equipment includes a hot tub, three brand-new tenders and countless toys.
The charter rate is from EUR220,000 euros/week; she is now part of the charter portfolio at Ocean Independence.
Credits: MYBA; Yacht Harbour archive
Northrop & Johnson has listed the newly delivered 28.63-meter Sunreef Power catamaran Petite Belle for sale. Broker Gabriele Modica Ragusa represents the fifth hull in this series, which features numerous upgrades from standard specifications.The catamaran's 13.5-meter beam accommodates 10 guests across five ensuite cabins. The main saloon features panoramic glazing that opens to the aft cockpit, integrating interior and exterior social spaces. Outdoor areas include forward lounges, a beach club platform, and an expansive flybridge with hot tub, dining area, and bar.Petite Belle incorporates 13kWp of solar panels integrated into the superstructure and hardtop, supporting silent night operation through battery power. The yacht meets European and U.S. compliance standards including Malta Sea Area A1+A2+A3 certification (sCYC 2024).Additional features include a full AV system with DJ connectivity, 20 underwater lights, security cameras, and custom bar installations. The vessel carries a Williams SportJet 625 tender and two jet skis.Construction was supervised by independent surveyors at Sunreef's Gdansk facility. The catamaran enters the brokerage market immediately following delivery, offering availability without construction wait times. Northrop & Johnson will coordinate viewings and sea trials for prospective buyers.Sunreef Yachts was founded by Francis Lapp in 2002 in Gdansk, Poland. Since then, the shipyard has been designing and manufacturing luxury sailing and power multihulls. Credits: Sunreef Yachts
August 28, 2025
Italian yacht builder Lomac Milano has named fashion designer Alessandro Martorana as Creative Director of its Lomac Atelier division. The appointment coincides with the world premiere of the GranTurismo 12.5 AMare limited edition model at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival.Martorana's collaboration with Lomac represents the first product from the newly established Lomac Atelier, a service dedicated to fully customized yacht configurations. The GranTurismo 12.5 AMare features customized colors, bespoke upholstery, sartorial stitching, and matching engine livery. The design emphasizes individualized styling while maintaining the performance characteristics of the base model.The limited edition model is powered by twin Yamaha XTO 450hp outboard engines, maintaining the standard powertrain configuration of the production version. Lomac will display two additional models at Cannes: the GranTurismo 12.0 with triple 300hp Mercury engines and the flagship GranTurismo 14.0 X with triple Yamaha 450hp engines capable of 60-knot speeds.Alessandro Martorana stated: "The boat is the new 'must' for the elegant man. Together with Lomac, we aim to create unique pieces that reflect the personality of their owners, just like a bespoke suit."The Lomac Atelier service launched earlier this year at the Düsseldorf boat show, focusing on complete customization of the company's GranTurismo maxi-RIB series. The Cannes presentation marks the first physical realization of the program, with the AMare edition serving as demonstrator of the customization options available.Lomac's participation in the Cannes Yachting Festival includes three models from its production range, with the Martorana-designed limited edition representing the company's emphasis on personalized yacht design. Lomac was founded in the early 1960s in Milan. Today it is led by Paolo and Fabrizio Lo Manto, the third generation of the family, and offers a production that includes seven different series for 58 models, the result of the union of the highest technologies with careful craftsmanship. Lomac also produces and markets a wide range of original accessories to better customize your boat, and maintenance products created specifically for its models.Credits: Lomac
August 28, 2025
Italian yacht builder Benetti will showcase its complete fiberglass series at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 9-14, 2025. The display will include the world premiere of the Class 44M model Juno's 7 and an exclusive preview of an undisclosed new model.The Class 44M represents the flagship of Benetti's fiberglass range, measuring 44 meters with exterior and interior design by Cassetta Yacht Designers. The yacht incorporates antique elm wood flooring and mineral resin surfaces with stone powder accents. Design features include extensive glazing and a hull form optimized for long-range cruising.Alongside the Class 44M, Benetti will exhibit three additional fiberglass models:Motopanfilo 37M Angel featuring exterior design by Francesco Struglia with a "Bronze Ribbon" design element connecting hull and superstructureOasis 40M CADA Día with customized configuration including master cabin on upper deckOasis 34M A+ utilizing the Oasis Deck® design with 76 m² stern platformThe Oasis 40M display unit represents the twentieth hull in this series, with exterior design by RWD and interiors by Bonetti & Kozerski. The model emphasizes social spaces and connection to marine environments through its layout and design features.Benetti's participation demonstrates the shipyard's continued development of its fiberglass product lines, which range from 34 to 44 meters in length. The company emphasizes customizable interior configurations across all models while maintaining standardized hull forms and engineering systems.The Cannes presentation follows Benetti's strategy of introducing new models at major European boat shows. The company maintains production facilities in Viareggio and Livorno for its fiberglass and steel/aluminum yacht divisions respectively.Founded in 1873, Benetti is the oldest Italian shipyard specializing in luxury yachts. Benetti designs, builds and sells composite vessels from 29 to 44m and steel and aluminum boats from 37 to over 100m. The fleet consists of five categories: Class, Oasis, B.Yond, B.Now and Custom to meet all the needs of the market. Benetti belongs to the Azimut|Benetti Group, the largest privately owned luxury yachting group in the world.Credits: Benetti
August 28, 2025
Italian yacht builder Dolomia Yachts has introduced its inaugural power catamaran range, developed in partnership with design firm Centrostiledesign. The initial models include the 22-meter D100 and smaller D70, designed to provide monohull-equivalent volume with reduced hydrodynamic resistance.The D100 model offers approximately 300 square meters of interior space, comparable to 30-meter monohull yachts. Configurations include four-cabin layouts with full-beam master suite or five-cabin charter arrangements with crew accommodations. The design incorporates 66 square meters of solar panels generating 15kWp of power.Construction utilizes non-toxic resins, FSC-certified wood, and renewable cork materials. Propulsion options include Volvo diesel engines with IPS or straight-shaft transmission, alongside hybrid and fully electric system alternatives. The yacht features photovoltaic panels and semi-solid-state battery technology.Design elements comprise a flybridge with active spoiler, retractable tender garage for 5-meter watercraft, and 18-square-meter beach club area. The company emphasizes reduced fuel consumption and environmental impact through hull design and sustainable technologies.Dolomia Yachts founder Alessandro Righi stated the company is "very close to achieving the highest technological quality" while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Construction of the first D100 unit is underway with scheduled delivery for 2027, while development continues on the smaller D70 model.The company has established partnerships with four Italian marine suppliers and contracted NSS Charter for yacht management services, including luxury charter operations in Sardinia's Costa Smeralda region. The yachts will be constructed in facilities utilizing established Italian shipbuilding expertise.Credits: Dolomia Yachts
August 27, 2025
Italian marine engineering company West Navaltech has launched Forte Yachts, a new yacht brand focused on aluminum vessel construction. The debut model, the Forte 47, is currently in development at the company's Ameglia facility near La Spezia.West Navaltech operates from a 1,300-square-meter covered production area with 1,800 square meters of hard standing. The company has previously specialized in constructing steel and aluminum workboats ranging from 14 to 50 meters, including fire department vessels, electric catamarans, and tugboats. The company also supplies aluminum components to shipyards in the Miglio Blu district.Livio Franchini, Technical Manager and partner at West Navaltech, stated: "The creation of Forte Yachts marks a strategic expansion. We wanted to separate our workboat production from our leisure brand, keeping both worlds independent but complementary."The Forte 47 measures 14.3 meters in length with aluminum construction emphasizing interior volume. The design includes two full-height cabins and two bathrooms, with ceiling heights exceeding two meters below deck. Naval architecture was developed by Umberto Tagliavini of Marine Design.The vessel will be offered in both outboard and inboard engine configurations, with layout variations depending on propulsion choice. The design targets coastal cruising itineraries such as Monaco to Porto Cervo or Miami to the Bahamas.Fernando Moricca, co-founder of the new brand, described the venture as "a response to the desire to reinterpret the sea with respect, competence and style." The brand name references both strength (from Italian "forte") and the coastal town of Forte dei Marmi.Production continues at West Navaltech's existing facilities, with the Forte 47 representing the company's entry into the premium leisure boat market. The company's industrial capabilities provide the technical foundation for the new yacht brand.Credits: Forte Yachts
August 27, 2025