With the yacht refit market evolving faster than ever, shipyards are under pressure to keep up with rising client expectations. Sustainability, advanced technology, and operational transparency have shifted from being optional extras to defining factors in determining where and how yacht owners choose to refit.
For many in the fast-paced world of yachting, gathering the insights needed to make informed refit decisions can be time-consuming and complex. That’s why, with the expertise of KRM Yacht Refit & Rebuild, Turkey’s first official superyacht rebuild and refit facility, Yachting Pages explores how priorities have changed, what truly makes a shipyard stand out, and how sustainability and smart technology can be marketed as a competitive edge in today’s market.
Evolving refit priorities
Refit priorities in the yachting world have undergone a major shift. KRM has observed that yacht owners are now heavily focused on efficiency, usability, and eco-conscious upgrades. Rather than extravagant finishes, the new preference is for hybrid propulsion systems, solar energy solutions, and technologies that reduce exhaust emissions and carbon footprints.
“Yacht owners follow technological developments closely,” Kerem Baser, founder of KRM, noted. “They prefer new technologies in areas such as exhaust fumes, solar panels, and hybrid propulsion systems.”
The refit process is no longer about aesthetics alone. It’s about preparing vessels for a more sustainable future and integrating smart systems that enhance on-board life while meeting growing ecological expectations.
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