YachtWay Podcast

Inside the Mind of a Superyacht Innovator. Lukasz Opalinski, founder of Opalinski Design House.

In this episode of the YachtWay Podcast, we sit down with yacht designer Lukasz Opalinski, founder of Opalinski Design House, an award-winning studio known for redefining modern yacht design through innovation and forward-thinking concepts. We dive deep into Lukasz's journey, from his early passion for life on the water to becoming a visionary force shaping the future of superyachts. Lukasz shares how his ideas evolved from rethinking personal watercraft to pioneering concepts like the side terrace and the rotational transom, innovations that have set new standards across the industry. He opens up about what truly makes great yacht design timeless, why exterior and interior must evolve together, and how modern owners are demanding smarter, more dynamic spaces that reflect the way they actually live. If you want to understand the creativity, engineering logic, and obsession with function behind the next generation of yachting, this is a conversation you can't miss. Yachts for Sale on YachtWay.com

Inside Yacht Brokerage: 19 Years Selling Azimut & Benetti | Janaina Dib Pina

Janaina Dib Pina, Yacht and Brokerage Sales Executive from MarineMax has been selling Azimut and Benetti yachts for nearly 19 years. But she doesn't just sell yachts.She sells unforgettable family moments, European deliveries, lifelong friendships, and a life on the water that feels like medicine for the soul. In this episode, you'll discover why being a woman in a male-dominated industry is her biggest advantage, how she walked away from the biggest deal of her career for the sake of integrity, and why her real job only begins the moment she hands over the keys. Your Yacht. Your Way. YachtWay.

How to insure a Yacht? | Jamie Stamper from NSI Group a partner of MasterCover

This is the conversation that could safe you serious money. In new YachtWay Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Stamper from NSI Group a partner of MasterCover, and one of the sharpest minds in yacht and boat insurance. We break down the real differences between insuring a boat versus a car, why lightning strikes and marina fires top the claim list, how hurricane season can quietly add 70% to your premium (or why skipping named storm coverage might be smarter than you think), and the biggest misconceptions new and experienced boaters still make.   Insure Your Yacht with MasterCover Your Yacht. Your Way. YachtWay.

From Wall Street to Shipyard with Albert Franco

Find Yachts for Sale on YachtWay.com [http://YachtWay.com] From New York private equity to the heart of the boating world in Miami Beach. In this episode of the YachtWay Podcast, Albert ( Founder of PowerBoat USA and Manari Yachts ) shares how he went from investing in boats to building them. We dive into Skipper Powerboats - high-performance RIBs known for their 4-step hull, stability, and dayboat layout - and then into Albert's latest venture, Manari Yachts : a limited-production brand built in Turkey with a mini-megayacht philosophy focused on craftsmanship, detail, and owner experience. This episode is about quality over hype, smart growth, and what it really takes to build a yacht brand today.

The Boat Show "Black Box": Dean Fillichio on the Secrets of the World's Biggest Expos

Most people see the champagne, the sunsets, and the rows of pristine yachts, but few understand the logistical "game of Tetris" required to build a multi-billion dollar boat show from scratch. Behind every world-class event is a complex web of organization, strategy, and high-stakes decision-making that starts months before the first dock is ever set. In this episode of the YachtWay Podcast, we sit down with Dean Fillichio to pull back the curtain on the boat show industry. Dean reveals the truth about how these massive events are organized, the strategy behind the layouts, and the hidden challenges of setting the stage for the world's most iconic maritime displays.