BOAT International is thrilled to invite owners, shipyards, and designers to participate in our four major awards, which honor every facet of the superyacht industry. For details on these awards, please reach out to our events team. These esteemed accolades not only celebrate the world's most extraordinary luxury yachts but also acknowledge the innovation and artistry behind them. Unique among yacht awards, our panel consists of current and former superyacht owners.
The 20th World Superyacht Awards, in partnership with Acquera Club, will be held in Venice, Italy, in May 2025. Nominations for yachts over 30m LOA are open now and will close on December 31, 2024. Meanwhile, the Design & Innovation Awards spotlight specific aspects of superyacht design, including naval architecture, exterior design, and more, aiming to highlight the industry's top design teams. A Lifetime Achievement Award is also presented to a designer who has significantly impacted the industry.
Nominations for the 2025 Design & Innovation Awards, open to yachts over 24m LOA, will close on October 11, 2024, with winners announced at the Superyacht Design Festival in Kitzbühel from February 2-4, 2025. Sponsored by Feadship, the award for student and trainee designers challenges them with a realistic client brief, offering the winner international recognition and networking opportunities among top industry figures.
Entries for this award close on November 18, 2024. The Artistry & Craft Awards recognize the exceptional artisans who create bespoke, handcrafted items for superyachts. Open to individuals and teams, nominations for these awards close on October 11, 2024, with winners announced at the Superyacht Design Festival in Kitzbühel.
