IYC at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026
Set against the vibrant waterfront of Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026, this year’s edition once again confirmed its status as one of the most dynamic events on the global yachting calendar. Held in Palm Beach, the show brought together industry leaders, yacht owners, and clients for several days of business, discovery, and celebration under the Florida sun.
At the heart of the show, the IYC Dock (Dock E) served as a central hub of activity, welcoming a steady flow of clients, both longstanding and new, throughout the week. With a strong lineup of yachts, a full calendar of curated events, and an elevated hospitality experience, the IYC experience embodied the company's continued commitment to excellence across every touchpoint.
The IYC Stand & Yacht Lineup: Dock E showcase
This year’s display featured an exceptional selection of yachts, each representing the diversity and quality of IYC’s global fleet:
- OCEANOS: 162' (49 m) Mondomarine
- MYSTIQUE: 153' (47 m) Feadship
- AD ASTRA: 123' (37 m) Moonen Yachts, yacht for charter with IYC, but also serving as the showcase for the purchase option of new build Moonen Martinique YN208
- TITO EL PATRON : 122' (37 m) Custom Line
- RENAISSANCE: 116' (35 m) Hargrave
- KEMOSABE: 112' (34 m) Westport
- NANA I: 111' (34 m) Mangusta
- DYLAN ANNE: 108' (33 m) Benetti
- IRIDESCENCE: 101' (30 m) Ocean Alexander
- AURORA: 99' (30 m) Ferretti
- NEXT CHAPTER: 97' (30 m) Hargrave
- ALEXANDRA: 83' (25 m)
- INTO THE SUNSET: 87' (26m) Sunseeker
From sleek performance yachts to expansive superyachts, the lineup offered a compelling snapshot of the brokerage, charter, and management opportunities available within the IYC portfolio.
Excellence Awards: Celebrating Performance Across the Global Network
Hosted on Tuesday, March 24, at The Ben, the annual IYC Excellence Awards brought teams together to recognize outstanding achievements across the company. The winners were:
- Charter Retail: Carrie Freeman – Florida
- Sales: Richard Gray – UK
- Strongest Fleet Growth Award: Yacht Management Greece
- Referral Award: Richard Gray – UK
- Employee of the Year: Vicky Kostara – Greece
- Achievement Award: Irini Sarantis – Greece
Events & Highlights: A Dynamic Week On And Off The Dock
Throughout the show, the IYC stand remained a lively meeting point, with daily sundowners hosted in partnership with GWS offering a relaxed yet refined setting for clients and industry peers to connect.
A standout moment of the week was the PACTA event hosted on board AD ASTRA on March 25, bringing together guests for an energetic evening of music, exceptional food, and a vibrant onboard atmosphere.
On Thursday, March 26, the social calendar peaked with a series of simultaneous highlights:
- A private evening aboard OCEANOS, co-hosted with Jet Aviation, Aston Martin, and GWS
- A lively celebration on TITO EL PATRON in partnership with the Bahamas Tourism Board, infused with local energy and music
The same day —and again on Saturday— select guests were invited to exclusive blind wine tastings hosted with GWS, where participants tested their palates for a chance to win special prizes.
Friday, March 27, placed a spotlight on community and industry culture:
- The YachtFemme breakfast welcomed guests to the IYC stand, celebrating women across the yachting sector
- The Captains’ Soirée created a moment to recognize and bring together captains—the core of the yachting experience—in a relaxed and social setting
- The AD ASTRA Brokers Cocktail offered an opportunity to highlight IYC’s partnership with Moonen Yachts to industry professionals
Partners: Elevating the experience
Each year, IYC continues to strengthen and refine its network of partners, enhancing both the client experience and the overall presence at the show.
A special acknowledgment goes to Aston Martin, who offered three DBX models to be used as our private chauffeured cars.
Additional partners played a key role in shaping the atmosphere and experience throughout the week:
- GWS, for curated wine selections
- MTN
- Kimberly Pucci, for bespoke leather gifts
- Land & Sea, for the elegant furniture design
- Jet Aviation, for their continued trust and collaboration
- LIND
- Boeing Business Jets
- Lalo Tequila
- MSOS
- GF Entertainment, for providing exceptional talent and entertainment
A Strong Presence, Year After Year
From a standout yacht lineup to a thoughtfully curated program of events, IYC’s presence at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026 reinforced its position as a leader in the global yachting industry.
As the show continues to grow, so too does IYC’s commitment to delivering meaningful experiences for clients, partners, and the wider yachting community.