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What Oceanco's Monaco Showcase Says About Its Next Chapter
Leviathan and Draak may be the focus of Oceanco's Monaco Yacht Show showcase, but together they reveal something broader: a shipyard increasingly interested in what happens beyond the traditional boundaries of yacht building.
Draak: 93m Oceanco Support Vessel Joins Leviathan
In a notable milestone for both owner and builder, the 92.8-metre Oceanco superyacht Draak has been officially delivered following an extensive and highly personalised rebuild at the Dutch yard’s Zwijndrecht facilities. Now cruising in the Celtic Sea en route to Clydeport Greenock in Scotland, Draak emerges as a sophisticated support yacht for Gabe Newell’s flagship 111-metre Oceanco Leviathan. The project highlights a compelling evolution from her former life as Tranquility into a purpose-built companion vessel optimised for adventure and extended operations.
Superyachts at the Monaco Grand Prix: The Ultimate Trackside Experience
Few weekends in the superyacht calendar can rival the spectacle of the Monaco Grand Prix. As Formula 1 engines roar through the streets of Monte Carlo, Port Hercule and the surrounding anchorage turn into one of the most impressive floating collections of superyachts in the world.
KORU: The World’s Largest Sailing Yacht
The name KORU continues to make waves both on the water and in the world of medical technology. As the world’s largest sailing yacht, the iconic 127-metre three-masted schooner built by Oceanco remains one of the most recognisable superyachts afloat.
First Look: Leviathan Interiors Unveiled
Oceanco’s 111-metre Leviathan, delivered last year to Valve co-founder Gabe Newell, has finally opened its doors. The big reveal showcases an interior by Mark Berryman Design that upend superyacht convention.
BLACK PEARL: The World's Most Iconic Sailing Yacht Just Let Everyone In
BLACK PEARL has never done anything quietly. The 106.7 metre Oceanco sailing masterpiece that redefined what a sailing yacht could be has, for the first time in her history, opened every deck, every interior space and the very heart of her sailing systems to unrestricted public view. The release of a complete walkthrough video, produced by Ocean Air Media's Jared Watney aboard with full access granted by Captain Chris Gartner, marks a genuinely rare moment in superyacht history.
The 10 Largest Yachts to Spot at PBIBS 2026
As the 2026 edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) approaches, the docks of West Palm Beach are preparing to host an impressive fleet of superyachts. From newly launched flagships to award-winning showpieces, the largest vessels attending this year’s show highlight the diversity and innovation shaping the modern yachting world. Below is a look at ten of the biggest yachts in the 2026 line-up.
Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026: Tickets Now Live
The Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) returns to downtown West Palm Beach from Wednesday 25 to Sunday 29 March 2026, with tickets now available for what promises to be one of the standout yachting events of the year. Along the iconic Flagler Drive waterfront at 101 S Flagler Dr, this five-day showcase will draw serious buyers, charter clients and marine enthusiasts to explore a compelling mix of vessels and experiences.
10 of the Most Distinctive Superyacht Interiors
From gilded staircases and underwater lounges to unique layouts and wellness sanctuaries, today’s most accomplished superyacht interiors are true representations of craftsmanship. These yachts demonstrate how designers are refining volume, light, materiality, and space to create environments that feel immersive, personal and enduring.
Building Nations Presents Oceanco: A Boundary-Breaking Spirit
In superyacht building, true innovation lives in the challenges others avoid. Building Nations Episode 1 steps inside Oceanco, the youngest Dutch yard, to reveal the human drive behind Project H, an unprecedented rebuild that transformed a 20-year-old yacht into a modern icon.
Top 100 Updated: A Look Into What to Expect in 2026
The coming year promises to be a watershed moment for the Superyachts.com Top 100, as a new wave of 80m‑plus projects prepares to redraw the upper reaches of the ranking. From record-breaking research vessels and polar-ready explorers to elegant family flagships, the class of 2026 reflects a fleet that is no longer defined by length alone, but by ambition, capability and a decisive shift towards purpose-driven ownership.
Our Favourite Building Nation's Moments
The Building Nations series captivated audiences in 2025, peeling back the curtain on yachting’s human heart across the Netherlands, Turkey, the USA, and beyond. From raw emotion on shop floors to visionary rebuilds, these standout moments captured the passion fueling global superyacht excellence.
2025’s Most Exciting Yachting Headlines
2025 delivered seismic shifts in superyacht design, delivery and dealmaking, with shipyards pushing boundaries from colossal explorers to radical concepts. From record sales to towering sloops and family-focused icons, the year redefined what luxury on water can achieve.
Project Y729 Begins Outfitting at Oceanco’s Alblasserdam Facilities
Oceanco has announced an exciting new milestone in the construction of its 80-metre superyacht, PROJECT Y729, as the vessel makes its journey from the builder’s Zwijndrecht construction facilities to Alblasserdam for outfitting.
DreAMBoat Delivered in Oceanco’s Fastest Build to Date
Oceanco proudly announces the delivery of DreAMBoat, a 111-metre superyacht commissioned in 2022 and delivered in November 2025. This exceptional vessel marks Oceanco’s second yacht named DreAMBoat built for the same owner and stands as one of the largest by volume ever constructed by the yard, boasting an impressive 4,550 GT.
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