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Explore the mystique of Kolkata from a unique perspective with Yachting.Rent. We offer an extensive range of yachts tailored for every occasion. Whether you’re looking for a romantic sunset cruise, a dynamic corporate event, or a relaxing family outing, we have the perfect yacht for you. Our professionally maintained fleet, complete with experienced crew, ensures a safe and luxurious journey that’s sure to leave lasting memories.

At Yachting.Rent, quality service and customer satisfaction are our priorities. Our dedicated team works closely with you to create personalized experiences. From selecting the ideal yacht to planning the itinerary, we strive to make your voyage flawless and hassle-free. Our top-of-the-line yachts come equipped with modern amenities, providing comfort and elegance as you navigate Kolkata’s enchanting waterways.

Embarking on a nautical adventure with Yachting.Rent is not just a rental experience; it’s a voyage into Kolkata’s rich cultural tapestry. With our commitment to excellence and attention to detail, we guarantee an unforgettable yachting experience that will captivate your senses. Contact us today, and let Yachting.Rent turn your dreams into reality.

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Discover the charm of Kolkata from the water with Yachting.Rent. Specializing in yacht charters, we provide a luxurious way to explore the city’s captivating scenery. Whether it’s a family celebration, a romantic getaway, or a corporate function, our diverse fleet of top-quality yachts caters to every occasion.

Yachting.Rent takes pride in offering a personalized and safe experience. Our experienced crew is dedicated to serving your needs, ensuring a comfortable and memorable journey. Our yachts are maintained to the highest standards and come equipped with modern amenities to enhance your cruising pleasure.

Experience Kolkata like never before, with Yachting.Rent’s exceptional yacht charter service. Tailor-made packages, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality make us the preferred choice for those seeking a unique maritime adventure. Contact us today, and let us help you create unforgettable memories on the enchanting waters of Kolkata.

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Why is Kolkata a good sailing destination?

Kolkata, with its strategic location along the Hooghly River and proximity to the Bay of Bengal, emerges as an enticing sailing destination. The city’s rich history and vibrant culture create a unique backdrop for sailing enthusiasts. Yachting.Rent is at the forefront of making this experience accessible.

The waterways of Kolkata provide diverse sailing opportunities. From tranquil sundown cruises to thrilling water sport adventures, Kolkata’s navigable routes offer something for everyone. Its climate adds to the charm, with pleasant weather promoting year-round sailing.

Yachting.Rent capitalizes on Kolkata’s sailing potential by offering a wide array of charter options. Whether it’s a leisurely family outing or a corporate event, our top-notch yachts and experienced crew ensure a memorable experience. By blending the essence of Kolkata’s heritage with modern luxury, Yachting.Rent provides a sailing experience that transcends ordinary.

Choose Yachting.Rent and discover why Kolkata is not just a great city but a remarkable sailing destination. Embark on a voyage that captures the heart and soul of this vibrant city.

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Sailing boat or Catamaran, what to sail in Kolkata

Sailing the beautiful waters of Kolkata is an experience unlike any other, and at Yachting.Rent, we offer both sailing boats and catamarans to suit your preference.

Sailing Boats: For the traditionalists, our sailing boats provide an authentic sailing experience. Feel the wind in the sails and the grace of the boat as it cuts through Kolkata’s waters. Ideal for those who seek a closer connection with the sea, our sailing boats are perfect for intimate gatherings and romantic escapades.

Catamarans: If you crave stability and space, our catamarans are the perfect choice. With twin hulls offering a steady sail and ample room for lounging, catamarans are ideal for family trips or larger parties. Enjoy the panoramic views of Kolkata in unmatched comfort.

At Yachting.Rent, our professional crew ensures a safe and enjoyable journey, regardless of your choice. Both options come fully-equipped with modern amenities and safety features.

Whether you opt for the classic charm of a sailing boat or the expansive luxury of a catamaran, Yachting.Rent guarantees an unparalleled sailing experience in Kolkata. Contact us today, and let us help you choose the vessel that best suits your needs and desires. Experience Kolkata’s waterways in style with Yachting.Rent.

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Home to the Andaman Islands, the holy flow of the River Ganges, and all things exotically wonderful including tigers and turtles – the Bay of Bengal makes for a fascinating charter destination. Perfectly placed for balancing the billowing energy of India with a softer island side, you can take a deep breath and plunge into the riches and rags of Kolkata, get lost in the mangroves and see the peaks of the Himalayas, and spend a lifetime island hopping and watching elephants ocean bathing in the Andaman’s. For those who crave caves, parrots, clear blue seas, steaming cups of nearby Darjeeling tea, hammocks, street hawker delights, and a dazzling array of art, ocean, and architecture – the Bay of Bengal is a silver sweet box of pleasures.

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Exotic wildlife.

Tigers, river dolphins, leopards, turtles, and pangolins – the Bay of Bengal makes way for a whole Noah’s ark army to march by. From the Andaman Islands where parrots flood the skies and shimmering fish skit beneath the surface, to the mangrove forests that cling to the banks of the Ganges, there’s so much flora and fauna to see.

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White sand fantasies, Elephants trundling into the surf for their morning bath, and prayer worthy holy shores, when it comes to one of a kind beaches, The Bay of Bengal has plenty. Elephant Beach on Havelock Island in the Andaman’s is a must for those who want to share the water with native elephants, and for those who want to surf up a storm you cannot go wrong with the swells of The Twin Islands and Point Blair.

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India is a smorgasbord for the senses and the Bay of Bengal invites you to soak it all up. From bright temples to rickety bicycles, an incredible street food scene, and a thousand sights, scents, and sounds – this is the India that lives up to the imagination. The Bay of Bengal boasts an ancient mix of cultures and colonial history, but it never really lost the essence of its own fascinating sense of pace and place. Setting sail on these shores invites you to experience lands where the old and the new fuse together.

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The Andaman Islands are the sparkling sapphire jewel of the Bay of Bengal. A rich archipelago, the Andaman Islands are the home to almost three hundred islands making this a veritable paradise for yacht charters. A world of white sands, soothing seas, elephants splashing, powerful surf, and swaying palms will keep you smitten. Divers and snorkelers will also find marine heavy coral reefs. When you get tired of the beach, you can hike rainforests, visit wildlife sanctuaries, and simply set sail.

India’s cultural capital is an eclectic metropolis that can easily overwhelm first time visitors before sure footedly sweeping them off their feet. Artistic, illuminating, and steeped in history, this large and rambling city was the epicenter of the British Raj. The architecture is striking, the flower market a blaze of dainty delight, and there’s an incredibly rich literature and culinary scene. It can be chaotic but Kolkata is a glittering affair of creativity.

Ganges Delta

Find a fascinating and lesser seen side of India as you journey to the great Ganges Delta that feeds into the Bay of Bengal. Here, amidst the green you have the chance to see the Bengal Tiger and as one of very few visitors to these parts, you are sure to stir up sublime fascination. Head to the Sundarbans National Park to lose yourself in a thicket of mangroves and estuarine forests and delve even further into West Bengal and Tiger Hill to see the sun send forth its light over the vast snowy peaks of the Himalayas.

When to Charter a Yacht in The Bay of Bengal

There’s a monsoon season to avoid when setting sail for The Bay of Bengal. The Andaman Islands welcomes the drenching rains between the months of July through until September. April to June serves as the summer months and can be hot but not unbearably so and these months also serve as the best time for snorkeling.

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The Silverjet is a magnificent 110’ catamaran yacht built in an Australian shipyard. It is custom fitted with lounge class interiors to enable world class charters by Kolkatans and visitors. It can accommodate upto 150 guests on board.

One of the best river cruises in Kolkata, SilverJet Yacht provides you with a magnificent cruise down the river Ganges, with the capacity to accommodate around 150 guests. Equipped with exclusive amenities on the lower and upper decks, incomparable buffet services and peppy loud music played by professional DJs – this chartered yacht is the perfect venue for any and every party. When it comes to party cruises in Kolkata, SilverJet will cater to your personal as well as professional associations with perfection.

The lower deck is centrally airconditioned with factory fitted equipment. The elements in the design include Teak wood dance floors, Plush carpets, DJ Console, Bar counter, Buffet counter, wash rooms etc. Large clear windows give un hindered views of the river outside. It was custom designed confortable sofas which can be configured to seat more people if required. It also has a large 60” SMART LED mounted on the wall for visual display/presentation. A professional standard JBL audio system is integrated in the yacht which can provide crisp audio for presentation and thumping music for parties.

The upper deck is partially air-conditioned and largely an open to sky deck. The open deck can also be covered with a skin over pre0built frames during rains/sun. The upper deck too has plus sofas, coffee tables and wall mounted TVs. The open area is fitted with professional speakers.

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A granite top buffet table with storage below is designed for caterers to provide you seamless F&B service.

The Sofa seats in all which are about 60, are amazingly crafted to provide that rich lounge feel. High end fabric and leather surrounded by leather and wenge natural veneers give you that sense of being in a 5Star.

A DJ console has the controls to the JBL music system. Professional DJs can use this space to simply plug in their DJ console and start playing.

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The Best Private Yacht Charters for Small Groups

By Fran Golden

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While much of the cruise industry halted operations in the last year , it didn't mean that all sailings stopped. For families or pandemic-era bubble groups who wanted a sunny getaway on the water, a trend emerged: renting out entire yachts , complete with crew, for a new kind of custom sailing.

Exploring destinations around the world on a private yacht with your kids, and maybe another family or two, is both a luxurious and practical way to travel these days. The sea turns into your personal playground, and your captain will steer you to islets and beaches away from the crowds. On board, you can spend time together in a pleasant, contained environment—plus, no one has to cook. Bring on the movies and board games!

Here are our favorite family-friendly yachts available for private charter around the world.

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Kontiki Wayra

Howler monkeys, sea lions, and blue-footed boobies are one attraction, pristine beaches another as this new 128-foot motor yacht, operated by the sustainably conscious expedition line Kontiki, explores less-touristed areas on the coast of Ecuador beginning this summer. The nine-cabin yacht carries up to 18 guests in contemporary high-style. The 10-member crew includes local guides, a chef, and wellness professionals—there's even a masseuse on board. On land, visit nature preserves and treat the kids to a private tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate.

Book now : From $152,800 per week

Halcon del Mar

Explore the coast of Turkey on this high-end, 148-foot traditional Bodrum-style gulet , with a classic mahogany interior and crew of six. The schooner sleeps up to 16 guests in eight spacious cabins. Enjoy the Jacuzzi and water toys—jet skis, water skis, snorkeling equipment, wakeboards, a canoe, paddleboards, a banana boat. Everyone can dine together at an open-air table at the stern, then watch movies in the saloon. Not-to-miss spots on the Gulf of Göcek include the protected Iztuzu Beach, where turtles nest.

Book now : $57,500 to $75,000 per week , plus food and drink

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The world’s largest Indonesian phinisi yacht explores remote islands, such as Komodo National Park (home to the famous dragons) and Raja Ampat . Made of teak, the 180-foot, Spanish-owned luxury yacht has nine cabins across four decks—plenty of room for fussy teens to have their own space. Luxuriate on daybeds, hang out on beaches, and snorkel or dive in the region’s famous coral reefs . The 20-person crew includes a cruise director, dive instructor, chefs, and masseuses. Water skis, wakeboards, and towable floats will thrill the kids.

Book now : From $15,000 to $17,500 per day , four-night minimum 

HMS Gåssten

Family groups of up to 10 will frolic under the Midnight Sun in Norway’s sparsely populated western fjords on this funky wooden boat, which started life as a Swedish Navy minesweeper. A meticulous rehab includes an oak-paneled saloon for dining, lounging, and board games. Perfect for kids, two of the five cabins have bunk beds. You can swim off the bow deck (where a gun turret once was located), as well as hike, bike, paddleboard, kayak, and fish during your stay.

Book now : From $54,204 per week  

This 78-foot yacht cruises Alaska’s tidewater , the glacier-rich Prince William Sound. Customized itineraries include Captain Jeff Gorton’s favorite spots for berry picking and hiking; watching glaciers calve; and spotting killer whales, Stellar sea lions, and frolicking otters. Get up close to the shoreline on the yacht’s kayaks and paddleboards. Three suites (one with bunk beds) accommodate six. In the spacious main salon, the private chef will prepare for dinner shrimp you caught that day.

Book now : $9,900 per night , three-night minimum

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Cruising the Greek Isles on this 134-foot superyacht brings luxury touches adults will appreciate, such as a master suite with private balcony on the Bridge deck. The waterslide will get the kids’ attention; it runs from the top deck to the sea. Great amenities include a floating swimming pool, banana boat, and snorkeling and diving equipment for two. Onboard are a Jacuzzi and a main salon for watching movies on TVs, plus a sky lounge. A crew of six caters to up to 10 guests in five cabins.

Book now : $156,000 to $178,000 per week

Metsuyan IV

A 3D outdoor cinema and 13-foot diving board for jumping into the sea are among the cool features on this sleek, 10-guest, five-cabin superyacht, available for cruising Croatia and Montenegro—including stops at gorgeous white-sand beaches. Onboard are a spa pool and a crow’s nest where kids may play pirate when not competing on the PlayStation 3, or using a provided easel and art supplies. Parents of younger kids will like the two forward staterooms with a connecting door.

Book now : $118,00 to $138,000 per week

Moorings 5000

This contemporary catamaran can be crew-chartered, with captain and chef, for up to eight guests in St. Thomas, for cruising the U.S. Virgin Islands. Visit popular Trunk Bay, then snorkel with sea turtles in Christmas Cove and look for dolphins in Leinster Bay. Toys include water skis, kneeboards, and a draggable inflatable tube. Hang out on beanbags or on the “trampoline” between the catamaran’s two hulls. Indoors, a TV/DVD player is set for movie nights in the expansive saloon.

Book now : From $21,479 per week

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A new mom died after giving birth at a Boston hospital. Was corporate greed to blame?

By Michael Kaplan, Jon LaPook, Sheena Samu

Updated on: February 28, 2024 / 10:36 AM EST / CBS News

Nabil Haque said he can still remember the moment his wife Sungida Rashid first held their baby daughter in her arms after giving birth at Boston's St. Elizabeth's Medical Center last October.

"It was a beautiful moment," Haque told CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook, in his first television interview. "I wasn't expecting it to be this blissful."

The bliss was short-lived. In the hours after delivery, Rashid experienced a cascade of complications at a hospital that was unexpectedly ill-prepared for her urgent need, and was transferred to another hospital, where she died. Her death has triggered a fresh wave of public scrutiny into the mounting patient risks and health care compromises that have surfaced under hospitals owned by private equity-backed companies.

"They've taken money away from these hospitals that provide needed care and they're using that money to line their own pockets." Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey told CBS News. "I'm disgusted. It's selfish. It's greed."

The hospital where Rashid gave birth, St. Elizabeth's, is one of dozens of hospitals across the U.S. acquired in the past 15 years by a company called Steward Health Care. With hundreds of millions of dollars in backing from private equity giant Cerberus , Steward started buying up Massachusetts hospitals in 2010 and now owns 33 hospitals across 8 states. 

The Dallas-based health care company has been one focus of a year-and-a-half-long CBS News investigation revealing how private equity investors have siphoned hundreds of millions of dollars from community hospitals with devastating public health consequences . Last April, CBS News found Steward redirected money away from hospital operations by selling off the real estate of San Antonio's Texas Vista Medical Center before closing the facility altogether.

A spokesperson for Steward told CBS News company executives always put patients first and said they "deny that any other considerations were placed ahead of that guiding principle." In an earlier statement, the spokesperson said Steward "has actively and meaningfully invested" in its hospital system since its formation, including in Massachusetts, where it took over hospitals that were "failing" and "about to close."

"Steward's investment has taken the form of facility upgrades, equipment, technology, and other meaningful improvements," the spokesperson wrote. 

Yet records reviewed by CBS News showed Steward hospitals around the country with a trail of unpaid bills, at times risking a shortage of potentially life-saving supplies. That appears to be what happened at St. Elizabeth's last October, where medical staff says a device that could have stopped the bleeding in Rashid's liver was repossessed by the manufacturer weeks earlier. 

After giving birth, Rashid experienced bleeding from her uterus, followed by pain around the back of her rib cage. Doctors sent her for an emergency CT scan and then rushed her to the emergency room where, Haque said, they found bleeding in her liver. Hours later, Rashid died during surgery at a second hospital, a tragedy first reported by the Boston Globe,  

Rashid's death is now the subject of a state investigation. Haque says doctors told him they wanted to use a device called an embolization coil to stop the bleeding from his wife's liver. He said when St. Elizabeth's didn't have the coil, she was transferred to the second hospital. 

"An hour later, she had another cardiac arrest," Haque said. "They couldn't revive her. It was shocking. I said, 'Well, what exactly happened?'"

In a complaint filed to Massachusetts' health department obtained by CBS News, health care workers at St. Elizabeth's said the manufacturer had come to "retrieve any coils at the hospital" weeks before because Steward hadn't paid its bills. According to a lawsuit filed last October by the manufacturer, Steward owed about $2.5 million in unpaid bills.  

Steward declined to comment on Rashid's death, citing privacy concerns. The incident has touched off a wave of recriminations in Massachusetts, where Steward owns nine hospitals, including St. Elizabeth's. Healey called her death "outrageous," and her administration is looking at whether her death was preventable. 

"It underscores what has been happening out here with Steward," said Healey. " If you are about cutting corners in furtherance of making money, people are going to get hurt. That's wrong. That needs to change."

Concern about hospitals closing

In December, Steward informed health officials in Massachusetts that it would be closing New England Sinai in Stoughton, another of its hospitals in the state. The announcement has set off statewide fears about the company's financial situation and whether it would be shuttering more hospitals. 

"It's a catastrophic situation in our state," said emergency room nurse Kathy Reardon, an official with the Massachusetts Nurses Association, a union that represents health care workers at Steward's hospitals in the state.

Reardon said Steward's hospitals typically serve low-income communities and patients without a primary care doctor who end up using the emergency room for their health needs. 

"If any of these hospitals were to close, it would be an astronomically tragic situation for all the citizens of Massachusetts," she said. 

In February, a Steward executive sent a message informing staff the company had secured financing "to help stabilize" hospital operations, and, in a statement, a company spokesperson told CBS News it has no plans to close any additional hospitals.

Healey said Steward's failures have prompted her to install monitors — staff from the state's health department — inside each of Steward's hospitals to try to ensure patient safety. She said she believes Steward should no longer be operating in Massachusetts.  "They've taken too much from too many," Healey said "The sooner Steward is out of our state, the better."

Financial questions — and a $40 million yacht 

In a statement to CBS News, a Steward spokesperson said that the company had invested about $2 billion in the hospitals it has acquired, including propping up the employee pension fund for employees at its Massachusetts hospitals, which was underfunded by hundreds of millions of dollars when Steward acquired them.

The company has blamed its current financial woes on the pandemic and low reimbursement rates from Medicare and Medicaid services. 

In a lengthy interview with CBS News, Healey called Steward's justification "hogwash." Instead, she accused Steward executives of driving the company deep into debt while enriching themselves — all at the public's expense. 

"The game was, come to Massachusettts, make some investments and then begin to suck out as much as you can in terms of profits," she said. 

Cerberus, the private equity firm, shed its stake in Steward by January 2021, after making an $800 million profit in a decade, according to a report from Bloomberg . Financial records show Steward has also sold off more than $1 billion of its hospitals' land and buildings since 2016 to Medical Properties Trust, which has made a business of buying up hospital real estate from private equity investors. 

Last year, CBS News reported on Prospect Medical , another private equity-backed chain, whose owners sold off the real estate of a group of suburban Pennsylvania hospitals to cover the debt they incurred when they paid themselves hundreds of millions of dollars out of the company's coffers. 

The financial moves, though legal, ultimately spelled doom for the century-old Delaware County Memorial Hospital, which was forced to shut its doors after Pennsylvania's health department deemed the facility inadequately staffed.

Angela Neopolitano, who worked at Delaware County Memorial for 41 years, says, before the closure, the hospital was dismantled piece by piece, leading to longer waits in the emergency room and forcing staff to transfer more patients to other hospitals.

"They kept on cutting services," Neopolitano said. "Things wouldn't get fixed. Our elevator in  the back of the emergency room had been broken for over a year. When they closed the ICU, that was the knife in my heart." 

A filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission from 2021 shows Steward's owners also paid themselves millions in dividends. Around the same time, Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre acquired a 190-foot yacht estimated to be worth $40 million. 

In an email to CBS News, Steward confirmed de la Torre owned the yacht. Reports about the vessel have been particularly galling to health care workers on the front lines of Steward's hospitals. 

Respiratory therapist Jessica Carrasco worked at Texas Vista Medical Center, Steward's San Antonio hospital, for eight years. She said, before the company shut the hospital down last May, there was a shortage of tubing for respiratory masks.

"Coordinators were having to phone a friend to let us borrow, you know, a cup of sugar," Carrasco said. 

At Steward's Massachusetts hospitals, CBS News found at least 16 vendors weren't paid on time, including a dialysis company that provided life-saving services. Reardon said the supply shortages were unlike anything she's experienced in her 35 years of nursing.

"It's unacceptable to us," she said. "They pick and choose who to pay and what supplies to get." 

A family's loss: "It's just still surreal"

Sungida Rashid and Nabil Haque had come to Boston earlier in 2023 for Haque's postdoctoral program. Haque told us his wife's smile and sense of humor could light up a room. 

"The laugh was, you know, contagious, and you could hear it from a different apartment, but that's something I really liked about her," Haque said. "It's just still surreal, she's not here." 

Haque said he was angry when he first learned from a Globe reporter that the hospital's embolization coil had been repossessed. Now, he says he is trying to focus on the small milestones in his daughter's life instead of wondering whether his wife would still be here if the couple didn't deliver at a Steward hospital.

"I'm looking forward to her starting to walk and eat solid food, and I'm not planning anything about myself," said Haque, who spoke with CBS News from his parents' home in Bangladesh. "A lot of my plans are now buried with Sungida." 

Michael Kaplan is an award-winning reporter and producer for the CBS News investigative unit. He specializes in securing scoops and crafting long-form television investigations. His work has appeared on "60 Minutes," CNN, and in the New York Times.

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Dubai: As the popularity of luxury boats and yachts rises, the region's ultra-wealthy, including enthusiasts from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, are in pursuit of larger vessels offering enhanced privacy and a distinctive 'majlis-style' seating arrangement on the main deck.

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Renowned shipyards such as Azimut and Sunseeker Gulf, who are participating in the Dubai International Boat Show, told Gulf News they are tailoring boats with robust Gulf specifications. And these boats feature an outside cooling system, advanced stabilisation for a seamless sea experience, and a 'majlis-style' seating configuration on the main deck for comfortable face-to-face interactions.

This year's boat show started in Dubai on Wednesday, February 28, featuring over 1,000 brands and 200-plus boats from internationally renowned shipyards. The boats displayed at the show have a combined value exceeding Dh2.5 billion.

Bigger the better

Bogdan Borascu, the Marketing Director of Ocean 360 – an integrated yachting company – said, “Regional yacht buyers, including those in the UAE, definitely want bigger yachts. Boats with larger volume. They want more privacy as well.”

The Middle East is currently home to 12.6 per cent of the world’s superyacht fleet, while the luxury yacht market is projected to grow in value from $306 million in 2022 to $481 million by 2028. And Dubai’s High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) population is projected to increase by 39 per cent by 2026.

Take the British luxury performance motor yacht brand Sunseeker, for example. The company has four boats displayed at the Boat Show – the 88 Yacht, Manhattan 68 Pacific edition, 65 Sport Yacht, and Manhattan 55. In addition, the boat maker has also brought the Sunseeker Superhawk 55 to display a little later at the show.

“The Superhawk 55 was launched at the Dusseldorf Boat Show last year. It is an exciting boat for us – the Superhawk is iconic within the Sunseeker family of products. But this is a modern take on a classic design where we've made the boat much wider to create the accommodation the clients are looking for today,” said Douglas Culverwell, Director of Distributor Development, Sunseeker International Ltd.

Gulf specifications

The boat focuses heavily on the outside space and has air conditioning in the cockpit area. "Every boat at the boat show has a Gulf specification on it. The heart of the Gulf specification is the air conditioning system," said Culverwell. The boats are designed with an enhanced air conditioning package tailored to the requirements of the regional market.

Another important aspect is the sociable saloon set-up on the main deck, facilitating social interactions with comfortable opposite-facing seating.

"When considering this market, as we have done with the boats we've built, people prioritise ensuring they are comfortable and that the boats are well-stabilised. Comfort is a significant emphasis, especially in the main saloon areas, which are designed to be spacious and open," said Culverwell.

“Additionally, our focus includes advanced stabilisation systems for a smooth seafaring experience, meeting the preferences of regional customers, achieved through fins or gyros underneath the boat,” he added.

Need for stability

Seakeeper – a leader in marine motion control technology – demonstrated innovations designed to ensure stability in the water by reducing boat roll and pitch at the boat show. Ryan Albers, Director of Sales and Support at Seakeeper Ride, said, “The most obnoxious part of boating is the rolling or the slam of the bow as the waves come. If you could eliminate 70-80 per cent of the violence occurring, it would make boating more pleasurable and keep you and your guests on the boat longer.”

Sunseeker is also investing massively in a new product – the Ocean 156 will be launching later this year. "The boat name is based on the gross tonnage of the boat. It is an 80-foot boat, but the volume is so large that we've denoted it as 156."

UAE growth plans

European shipyards foresee substantial and sustainable growth potential for boating in the region. For example, Sunseeker Gulf – one of UK-based Sunseeker’s four master distributors worldwide - is opening a flagship store in Marsa Al Arab – Jumeirah Group's hotel and marina, which is expected to open in the first half of this year, said Culverwell.

That said, yacht brokerages and charter companies in the UAE are also experiencing a surge in growth, driven by increasing demand for short-term yacht charters. “We are seeing a growth in short-term charter services, especially in the UAE. It costs anything between Dh1,500 per hour to Dh15,000 per day to charter these ultra-luxury yachts,” said Borascu. “There is also a growing interest in pre-owned boats, especially among new buyers,” he added.

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