Berthon International

Berthon & World Cruising Club

Bluewater specialists, Berthon has co-hosted an annual WCC Bluewater event since 2014. The next WCC Bluewater Open Day at Berthon’s Lymington HQ will take place on Saturday 15th May 2027. Together, Berthon and the WCC have welcomed sailors from 54 countries over the years, helping them plan and prepare for their bluewater cruising programmes. 

Berthon Publications 

The Berthon Book XXII

This year’s Berthon Book brings together a wonderful collection of articles and imagery from Berthon supporters, friends and members of the team. From beekeeping and the iconic Newport Bermuda Race to Poole’s Dunkirk little ships and Antoni Gaudí’s Barcelona, there’s something to discover on every page. We visit Fort Beemster in Holland, explore lobster fishing in Sweden and much more. The book also showcases a selection of the Berthon Fleet, including both brokerage and new-build yachts. Now available online, we hope you enjoy exploring it as much as we’ve enjoyed creating it.

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The Market Report 2026

We invite you to explore our 2026 Berthon Market Report. It is packed with key market insights, an update on the VAT treatment of yachts in the UK and EU by PKF Francis Clark, as well as news on UK Registry changes affecting EU eligibility from Oceakskies, the US tariff situation, the impact of AI on yachting, and how we communicate with clients in an increasingly digital world.

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Berthon’s Bluewater Expertise

Berthon brokers draw on their own extensive offshore sailing experience as well as their experience of the market place gleaned over decades, as well as that of their clients, making them the go-to experts for planning to sail bluewater. For practical advice and expert guidance on buying or selling a bluewater yacht, visit our Bluewater Specialists page. 

Visit our Bluewater Specialists page 

We would also like to invite you to tune in to our Berthon Podcasts. Here we share our take on the yacht market, exploring current trends, ownership journeys, and the evolution of design and technology. We regularly chat about the Berthon fleet and hold interviews with owners, designers, and our own dedicated team. Bluewater cruising, the intricacies of VAT and adventure sailing stories are all covered along with so much more.

Berthon Podcast

A podcast of particular interest is Sailing Beyond the Solent: Atlantic Crossings, Orcas and Photography aboard the Regina 43, ARKYLA. Owner James Kenning speaks extensively about his 2024 ARC+ journey. Listen on Buzzsprout or your favourite podcast channel. 

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View a selection of bluewater boats

Many cruising yachts that pass through our hands have experienced World Cruising Club ARC adventures. Here are a selection that are ready for bluewater… 

Here are a selection that are ready for bluewater…

Get Bluewater Ready

The Berthon Boat Company shipyard in Lymington has long assisted clients in outfitting their bluewater cruisers. Sailing Yacht Broker Alan McIlroy takes you on a yard tour of the facilities with his trusty seadog, Murphy. 

The full tour can be watched here

Berthon Spain

For those cruising in the Mediterranean, Berthon Spain based in Palma de Mallorca and mainland Spain and led by Andrew Fairbrass, provides a comprehensive refit and service facility. From engineering and electronics to shipwrighting and beyond, the team offers a complete one-stop solution for servicing, repairs and yacht preparation. An ex-yacht captain, Andrew brings extensive hands-on experience, ensuring he and his team are ideally placed to prepare yachts for long-distance cruising. Further developing its presence on the mainland, Berthon Spain has opened a new office at Port Ginesta, just 10 minutes from Barcelona Airport, where the team is focusing its efforts on expanding its guardiennage and refit services in the area.

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