28 January 2026

Secure your place now and gain vital regulatory insight, hear from leading experts, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of the superyacht sector

Stay ahead in an increasingly complex and fast-moving industry by attending the Superyacht UK Technical Seminar 2026, taking place on Thursday 19 March 2026 at the Union Jack Club, London.

Now in its 15^th year this one-day, in-person event is firmly established as a key date in the global superyacht calendar, brings together industry leaders, regulators and technical specialists to deliver critical updates, practical guidance and future-focused discussion on the issues that matter most to superyacht professionals today.

Chaired by Ben Geary, Döhle Yachts and Chair of Superyacht UK, the seminar is designed to equip attendees with the knowledge they need to navigate regulatory change, manage risk, embrace innovation and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

A powerful, expert-led programme

The 2026 agenda tackles the most pressing technical and regulatory challenges facing the superyacht industry, combining authoritative updates with real-world insight.

Speakers and agenda topics already confirmed for this year’s seminar include:

•  REG Yacht Code – Regulatory Update. With a detailed focus on shell doors and openings, Julian Smith, Regional Director (Europe, Middle East & Africa), Cayman Islands Shipping Register, will provide essential clarity on recent changes and what may be coming next.
• MCA updates on Cadet Training and Modernisation programme and pathways to unlimited Certificates of Competency.  Lars Lippuner, Director of UK Customer Maritime Services provides crucial insight into the MCA’s modernised training programme and new routes designed to support superyacht crew career progression.
• IMO developments and decarbonisation updates. Lorenzo Pollicardo, Technical and Environmental Director, SYBAss, and Patrick Hemp, Technical Director, ICOMIA, will explore current IMO workstreams and the evolving decarbonisation schedule and what it means in practice for superyacht operations.
• Corrado Musso, Lead Specialist-Yacht Centre of Expertise at Lloyds Register and Matteo Magherini, Head of North Europe Yachting Centre at RINA will be discussing the Yacht Safety and Environment Consortium (YSEC), why it was formed, how it benefits the industry, the YSEC’s loadline clarification and what comes next.
• The panel discussion on post-build and refit warranty works, will bring together experts from across the sector to examine how warranty issues are managed, common pitfalls and best practice approaches.  The panel will include Howard Lowe, Managing Director at Mayfair Marine, Stephen Hill, Group Commercial Director at Pendennis Shipyard and Tim Woollard, Senior Associate - Yachts Team at Hill Dickinson, with further panellists tbc.
• AI and intellectual property – ownership and innovation in the era of AI. Harry Strange Beng PhD CPA EPA, Partner at Withers & Rogers, will explore how businesses can protect innovation and IP as AI becomes increasingly embedded across the industry.
• The Cyber security update will examine what superyacht businesses should be doing now to protect themselves against growing digital threats (speaker tbc).

The afternoon programme will conclude with a keynote presentation, details of which will be revealed shortly.

With regulation, technology and operational expectations evolving at pace, the Superyacht UK Technical Seminar offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from those shaping policy, standards and best practice, all in one place.​​​​​​

More than just a seminar

In addition to a packed technical programme, the event offers extensive opportunities to network with peers, regulators and decision-makers throughout the day.

• A networking lunch provides time to connect with colleagues and industry leaders
• A drinks reception, kindly supported by Laurent Giles, offers a relaxed setting to continue conversations
• An optional evening networking dinner at the Union Jack Club (ticket required) provides an exclusive opportunity to extend discussions in a more informal environment

I was really pleased to be at the conference and enjoy all the super informative talks about how the industry is now and where the industry is going, and it has been incredibly fascinating to hear all the insights from industry experts, panels and questions from the public.

Kristian Arens from RWD who attended the 2025 seminar

Spaces for this year’s seminar are limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of the superyacht industry.

Ticket Prices
 

• Member price - £208 incl. VAT  /  Member price with dinner - £311 incl. VAT
• Non-Member price - £376 incl. VAT  /  Non-Member price with dinner - £479 incl. VAT
• Dinner only - £105 incl. VAT​​ (From 19:30, Union Jack Club, London)

For more information and to book your place, visit: https://www.britishmarine.co.uk/events/superyachtuk-technical-seminar-2026

The Superyacht UK Technical Seminar 2026 is kindly supported by:

• Networking Partner: Laurent Giles
• Event Partner Sponsors: DEFENDA, Dohle Yachts, English Braids, Kongsberg, Mayfair Marine, Pendennis and Withers & Rogers

Learn more about Superyacht UK by visiting www.superyachtuk.com