CAPTAINS
Share Your Experience, Lead the Future of Refit.
The exclusive format designed to connect over 100 international Captains and Chief Engineers with leading companies in the yachting and refit supply chain. A unique opportunity for technical discussion, high-level networking, and professional growth
YARE for Captains
Each year, NAVIGO selects an exclusive group of approximately 100 international Captains to take part in a dedicated 3-day programme designed around professional exchange, industry insight and high-level networking.
The programme includes shipyard tours throughout the district, the Superyacht Captains’ Forum, technical workshops and targeted B2C matchmaking sessions with participating companies. For selected Captains, YARE provides travel, accommodation and scheduled hospitality for the duration of the official programme, subject to the applicable participation conditions.
Participation is reserved for Captains who are currently in command of a yacht and actively engaged in the industry.
Captains are selected and profiled according to the following criteria:
- Current Position: Currently in command of a yacht
- Yacht Type: Motor Yacht (MY) or Sailing Yacht (SY)
- Operation: Private or Commercial / Charter
- Size: Minimum yacht length of 24 metres
- Operational Details: Flag and main navigation areas
- Engagement: A genuine interest in meeting, networking and exchanging experiences with participating companies and other members of the YARE Community.
The YARE Captain Experience
Three days designed around the way Captains work, connect and experience the yachting industry.
YARE brings selected Captains into the heart of the Tuscan superyacht district, combining direct access to leading shipyards and companies with technical insight, curated business meetings and informal networking opportunities.
From behind-the-scenes visits and industry debates to one-to-one meetings and evening events, every part of the programme is designed to encourage genuine exchange, new connections and conversations that continue beyond YARE.
Behind the scenes
Step inside the district
Visit leading shipyards and specialist companies and meet the people, skills and technologies behind some of the world’s most important refit and new-build projects.
Meet the industry
Connect directly with companies
Take part in curated B2C meetings with companies offering products, technologies and services relevant to yacht operations, maintenance and refit.
Share & Learn
Insights from the people who know the industry
Join the Superyacht Captains’ Forum and technical workshops to discuss current challenges, regulations, innovation and the future of yachting.
Be part of the community
More than scheduled meetings
Dinners, lunches and informal moments give Captains the opportunity to mingle with participating companies, fellow Captains and industry professionals in a relaxed setting.
Why Attend: Join the YARE Community
YARE is more than a three-day programme. It is an opportunity to become part of an international community of Captains, companies and industry professionals who meet each year to exchange experience, share perspectives and build trusted relationships.
For Captains, YARE means joining conversations with people who understand the realities of life and work on board, discovering new ideas and solutions, and creating connections that can continue well beyond the Event.
Join the YARE Community and be part of the conversation shaping the future of yachting.
Programme and Agenda 2027
Wednesday 10 March
Thursday 11 March
Friday 12 March
Join the 2027 edition
Take your place among the industry’s leading Captains and Chief Engineers. Join us at YARE for high-level technical discussion and exclusive networking.
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