What We Do

SYBAss’ mission is to ensure that the unique needs of the world’s leading superyacht builders are addressed on the international stage.

promotion

Advocacy & Global Representation

We advocate the role, importance and significance of the builders of superyachts towards various global stakeholder groups.

 

regulation

Industry Standards & Policy Advancement

We work together with regulatory bodies to ensure that rules which impact superyachts take into account the unique nature of these vessels and the way they are operated.

professionalism

Professional Conduct & Collective Development

We improve the processes and structures of the superyacht industry and provide members with a professional body that facilitates common interests and knowledge to be shared.

SYBAss Members

The 25 SYBAss members collectively account for 60% of yachts over 40m under construction in December 2025. They play an active part in their global association and are located in countries from Australia to the United States, from Taiwan to Turkey.

SEE OUR MEMBERS

Our Industry

While a niche and relatively young industry, it has far-reaching, positive economic impacts, as well as a number of surprising aspects. Did you know that…

35

The total number of yachts over 40m delivered in 2021, up to and incl. June

€11.9 billion

The positive economic impact of the superyacht industry per year

41.564

The total GT delivered in 2021, up to and incl. June

3 years

The time it takes on average to build a superyacht

286

The total number of yachts over 40m under construction in June 2021

0.3%

The percentage of the world’s marine CO2 emissions that come from superyachts

 

imo

Consultative status at IMO

wrf

Supporter of Water Revolution Foundation

syl

Initiator of The Superyacht Life Foundation

sya

Co-founder of The Superyacht Alliance

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Contact

+31 20 290 0061

Registered office

Superyacht Builders Association
ST Business Centre - Level 5
120 Triq ix-Xatt
Gzira GZR1027
Malta

Secretariat

Diemerzeedijk 27-B
1095 KK Amsterdam
The Netherlands

The industry

Industry

News & Insight

News