World Superyacht Awards - 2024
When: May 3, 2024, 8:35 a.m.
Where: Venice, Italy
About the World Superyacht Awards
The World Superyacht Awards is an annual event organized by Boat International Media, celebrating excellence in the design, construction, and performance of luxury superyachts around the world. Here's an overview of the World Superyacht Awards:
- Purpose: The World Superyacht Awards aims to recognize and honour the most exceptional superyachts launched during the previous year. It serves as a prestigious platform for yacht builders, designers, owners, and industry professionals to showcase their achievements and celebrate the finest examples of craftsmanship and innovation in the superyacht industry.
- Categories: The awards are presented across various categories, encompassing different aspects of yacht design, construction, and performance. These categories may include Best Motor Yacht, Best Sailing Yacht, Best Interior Design, Best Exterior Design, Best Naval Architecture, and more. There are also special awards recognizing outstanding achievements in specific areas, such as innovation, sustainability, and technology.
- Nomination and Selection Process: Yachts eligible for consideration are typically nominated by yacht builders, owners, designers, and industry professionals. A panel of expert judges, consisting of experienced yacht designers, naval architects, captains, and industry insiders, evaluates the nominated yachts based on criteria such as design innovation, engineering excellence, craftsmanship, functionality, and overall aesthetic appeal. The judges conduct thorough inspections and sea trials of the yachts before selecting the winners in each category.
- Ceremony: The winners of the World Superyacht Awards are announced at a prestigious gala ceremony attended by industry leaders, yacht owners, designers, builders, and other stakeholders. The ceremony provides an opportunity for the global superyacht community to come together and celebrate the achievements of the industry's top talents.
- Global Recognition: Winning a World Superyacht Award is considered a significant honour and provides global recognition and prestige for the yacht builder, owner, and design team involved in the project. It serves as a mark of excellence and sets the standard for quality and innovation in the superyacht industry.
Overall, the World Superyacht Awards play a vital role in promoting excellence and innovation in yacht design and construction, while also showcasing the beauty and luxury of superyachts to a global audience.
Nominees selected for the 2024 World Superyacht Awards
Some of the nominees:
FANCY
33m | Nautor Swan | Germán Frers | Micheletti & Partners | Misa Poggi
SARISSA
60m | Royal Huisman | Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design | Liaigre
MAJESTY 111
34.1m | Gulf Craft Inc. | Profjord | Phathom Studios
QUEEN TATI
37.4m | MCP Yachts | Vripack
JIMMY
49.8m | Tankoa Yachts SpA | NAMES Studio | Francesco Paszkowski Design | Giorgio Cassetta Design
MANGUSTA OCEANO 39
39.2m | Overmarine Group | Alberto Mancini
LEE
40.9m | Baglietto S.p.A. | Studio Vafiadis | Tehila Bracha Magyar Shelef
ETERNITY
49.9m | Overmarine Group | P.L.A.N.A Design | Alberto Mancini
THIS IS IT
43.5m | Tecnomar - The Italian Sea Group
ALCHEMY
65.7m | Rossinavi | Vitruvius Yachts | Team for Design - Enrico Gobbi
MALIA
78m | Golden Yachts | N Hellas | Studio Vafiadis | Stefano Vafiadis | Massari Design
To find the latest information on the superyacht nominees for the 2024 World Superyacht Awards, please visit the official website of the event or contacting the organizers directly. They typically provide updates on the nominated yachts, categories, and judging criteria as the awards ceremony approaches.
Award Categories
The World Superyacht Awards feature various categories that recognize excellence in different aspects of superyacht design, construction, and performance. While the specific categories may vary from year to year, here are some common categories typically included in the awards:
Motor Yacht Awards:
- Best Motor Yacht
- Best Motor Yacht Interior Design
- Best Motor Yacht Exterior Design
- Best Motor Yacht Naval Architecture
- Best Semi-Displacement or Planing Motor Yacht
Sailing Yacht Awards:
- Best Sailing Yacht
- Best Sailing Yacht Interior Design
- Best Sailing Yacht Exterior Design
- Best Sailing Yacht Naval Architecture
Special Awards:
- Voyager's Award (Recognising outstanding achievements in long-distance cruising)
- Refit Award (For the best refitted or restored superyacht)
- Innovation Award (Honouring innovative technologies, features, or designs)
- Environmental Award (Recognising sustainability efforts and eco-friendly practices)
- Lifetime Achievement Award (Acknowledging significant contributions to the superyacht industry)
General Awards:
- Best Yacht Concept
- Best Yacht Support Vessel
- Best Yacht Design
These categories highlight different aspects of yacht design, construction, and operation, allowing the awards to cover a broad spectrum of achievements within the superyacht industry. Each category typically has its own set of criteria used by the judging panel to evaluate and select the winners.