May 28, 2025 , Worldwide: The second edition of World Boating Day on May 24th wrapped up in spectacular style, uniting ocean lovers, maritime enthusiasts, and curious newcomers in a globe-spanning celebration of life on the water. From exclusive dockside gatherings to behind-the-scenes shipyard adventures, more than 100 electrifying events across 16 countries lit up key boating destinations around the world, proving once again that the spirit of boating knows no borders. Here are just a few highlights from this landmark global celebration.
???? Innovation and Behind-the-Scenes Access at Leading Shipyards
- দ্য 7 Dutch Shipyards Press Tour gave exclusive media access to the Netherlands’ leading shipyards, sparking global conversations around sustainability and next-generation design.
- Australia’s Riviera and Italy’s বেনেত্তি opened their doors to the public, hosting curated tours and discussions on future-focused yacht building.
- Bilgin Yachts, Ses Yacht and Mengi Yay made a splash in Turkey with immersive events to raise awareness of the superyacht industry.
- Other prominent shipyards participating included Cantiere Rossini, Royal Huisman, VMG এবং Vitters, each offering a unique look at their heritage and upcoming projects.
⚓ Community and Lifestyle at Marinas and Clubs
- Freedom Boat Club, in Australia’s Brisbane and Sydney locations and across Spain welcomed new boating enthusiasts with special events aimed at demystifying boat ownership.
- In Florida, Marine Max এবং Pier Sixty-Six Marina held family-friendly events blending entertainment and education on the boating lifestyle.
- The historic Port Vauban in Antibes invited school children to the port to find out more about sustainability.
- West Istanbul Marina invited local boating fans to an open day, calling on the public to come and enjoy a day by the docks, and Emre Boyoglu Media gave a নৌকা photography workshop at Sunseeker Turkey.
???? Thought Leadership and Youth Engagement
- In Italy, TEDx Forte dei Marmi – co-hosted by Next Yacht Group এবং WOSA – invited guests to kick off the summer season and celebrate Italian Yachting ahead of the official event in August.
- Young Professionals in Yachting Monaco hosted a thought-provoking session introducing students and young professionals to the diverse world of nautical careers.
- দ্য Turkish Shipbuilders Association hosted a showcase for students, bringing along some of the key personalities from the country’s shipbuilding industry.
- In the UK, UKSA (UK Sailing Academy) highlighted career pathways in the maritime industry.
The full list of 2025 events is available এখানে.
A Growing Global Movement
From Monaco to Miami, Istanbul to Antibes, World Boating Day continues to build momentum as a platform for connection, collaboration, and celebration. With thousands of attendees and millions reached online through the #WorldBoatingDay and #WaveForBoating campaigns, the 2025 edition reinforced the boating industry’s role as an engine of joy and community.
“World Boating Day isn’t just about celebration – it’s a global invitation to experience the joy, connection, and wellbeing that life on the water offers. It’s a moment to open our world and share the spirit of boating with everyone,” says Dilan Sarac, Executive Director of The Superyacht Life Foundation.
Plans are already underway for World Boating Day 2026, with more cities and events expected to join the movement.
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About The Superyacht Life Foundation
The Superyacht Life Foundation is a non-profit, commercially agnostic industry body that champions the positive people, places and projects surrounding the superyachting good life. The Foundation, together with its 27 partners from different sectors within the industry, uses its unbiased status to educate, inform and engage – opening up the world of superyachts to new audiences and securing the long-term health of our superyacht industry.
