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3. From Cannes to Porto Cervo: Cannes Boat Show, Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, and the Latest in Performance & Brokerage Yachts - Berthon International Yacht Brokerage

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In this episode, Ben Cooper, Rob, and Alan from Berthon sit down, for their first attempt at recording a podcast, and share an insider’s look at the yacht market, fresh from a busy September of shows and racing. Rob reports back from the Cannes Yachting Festival, where Solaris unveiled the new 60 Coupé alongside the latest 55, 50, and 74, while Ben and Alan reflect on the performance cruising sector and the innovation driving today’s sleeker, faster designs. From the flush decks of Solaris to...

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