The Italian Sea Group announced as headline partner for the 2025 World Superyacht Awards

We’re excited to announce that The Italian Sea Group will be the headline sponsor for the 2025 World Superyacht Awards. This special anniversary edition which marks 20 years of celebrating excellence in yacht design and craftsmanship will return to Venice, Italy, on 2–3 May 2025, the city where it all began with the inaugural event in 2006.

A cornerstone of The Italian Sea Group, Admiral has been synonymous with elegance, timeless design, and innovation since its founding in 1966. Acquired by The Italian Sea Group in 2011, the Admiral brand is renowned for its fully custom superyachts, crafted from steel and aluminium and ranging beyond 100 metres. These vessels, available in planing, semi-displacement, and displacement hull configurations, exemplify exceptional quality and meet the unique desires of every owner.

Among Admiral’s impressive fleet are the recently delivered Platinum and JAS, explorer Planet Nine  and the groundbreaking 75-metre Kenshō. In 2023, Kenshō earned widespread acclaim at the World Superyacht Awards, winning Motor Yacht of the Year and Best Motor Yacht - 1,500GT and above. She also received an award the Best Interior Design - Motor Yachts, 500GT and above at the BOAT Design & Innovation Awards in the same year.

Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, shared his enthusiasm: “We are proud to support the World Superyacht Awards in this milestone year. Venice holds a special place in the history of yachting, and it is an honour to celebrate our shared passion for craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence in such a remarkable setting.”

Stewart Campbell, editor-in-chief of BOAT International, added: “The Italian Sea Group has set a benchmark for quality and creativity in the superyacht industry, making them a perfect partner for the 20th anniversary of the World Superyacht Awards. We’re thrilled to return to Venice for this landmark event and to celebrate the finest achievements in yacht building with such an esteemed partner.”

The World Superyacht Awards recognise the most extraordinary superyachts launched in the past year. Judged by an independent panel of experienced superyacht owners, the awards culminate in the presentation of the prestigious Neptune trophies.

Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 World Superyacht Awards, and nominations remain open until 31 December 2024. For more information or to secure your spot, please contact the events team.