UAE yacht maker on taking business global amid billionaire boom

What happens when an eco-minded engineer, a world-class sailing league, and a wool-based jacket come together at sea? You get Mover—a sportswear startup with one rule: no plastic, ever. Led by Nicolas Rochat, CEO and keynote speaker at Ocean Talks, Mover is setting a bold course through the world of technical clothing. Their mission: to […]

For more than 40 years, Bruce Brakenhoff has been a cornerstone of the sailing superyacht world. From building boats at Perini Navi to brokering some of the most iconic yachts afloat, Brakenhoff’s story isn’t just about sales—it’s about sailing, friendships, and an unshakable commitment to doing things the right way. In a conversation recorded aboard […]

For more than four decades, Henk de Vries has been a cornerstone of the luxury superyacht world. As the former director of the de Vries branch of Feadship, he helped guide one of the most respected shipbuilding brands through monumental industry growth. Now newly retired, Henk reflects on a life spent not just building yachts—but […]