Ahoy Club Market Update

Week 5-11 January 2026

Market Snapshot

- Yachts sold (20m+): 3 confirmed transactions
- New listings: 6 publicly announced
- New builds delivered: 0 (launches and yard arrivals noted below)
- Market tone: A solid start to 2026, led by a landmark Feadship listing, early-January sales and strong shipyard activity
1. While comprehensive pricing metrics were limited this week, early indicators point to steady buyer engagement and healthy forward momentum.

Recent Yacht Sales

Three yacht sales were confirmed in the opening days of the year, spanning 28–65 metres and reflecting continued demand across both modern production yachts and larger displacement platforms.

Key observations:

- Off-market activity remains active at the upper end of the market
- Late-model performance yachts in the 28–30m range continue to transact efficiently
- Buyers remain selective, favouring yachts with immediate operational readiness

These early transactions suggest buyers are entering 2026 with clear intent rather than hesitation.

New Yacht Listings

Six yachts entered the public market during the week, headlined by a 100-metre Feadship debuting as a first-time brokerage listing- a move that generated significant attention across the industry.

The new listings span a broad range:

- Ultra-large custom yachts
- Mid-size motor yachts in the 40–45m category
- Modern explorer and performance-led platforms

New Builds & Deliveries

Northern European yards began 2026 with clear momentum:

- A ~50m Feadship launched in early January, showcasing advanced electrical and low-noise propulsion systems, with delivery scheduled for spring
- The first AMELS 80 hull arrival of 2026 marked continued progress for one of the market’s most in-demand large-series platforms

Electrification, efficiency and onboard comfort remain central themes shaping new-build narratives as the year begins.

Inventory remains varied but finite, reinforcing the importance of timing and positioning for both buyers and sellers early in the year.

Industry News

The week also highlighted the evolving operational landscape:

- A major marina incident in Sydney brought renewed focus to safety, response protocols and environmental protection
- Significant investment activity underscored ongoing confidence in marina and resort infrastructure
- Regulatory simplification in the UAE is reducing friction for winter cruising and charter operations
- Elsewhere, leadership appointments and destination development initiatives continue to strengthen the industry’s long-term outlook.

Regional Overview

Mediterranean

While on-water activity remains seasonally quiet, brokerage momentum is building, with notable listings emerging in Italy and Southern France ahead of spring.

Caribbean & United States

Early-January sales activity confirms continued strength in the US market, particularly in the 28–30m segment. High-profile listings currently positioned in the Caribbean are attracting global attention.

Asia-Pacific

Policy improvements in the Andaman Islands- including streamlined visas and cruising permissions- are enhancing the region’s appeal for longer-range itineraries and expedition-style charters.

Australia & New Zealand

Institutional investment in marina assets reinforces confidence in the region’s superyacht infrastructure, while recent incidents have prompted renewed focus on safety and environmental management across local marinas.

Market Insights