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"Operational disruption for yachts highly likely": What the yachting industry should know about the Iran conflict

3 March 2026 • by Gabrielle Lazaridis

Following Iran's counter-offensive on Israel and Western allies across the Middle East, travellers are suddenly facing ample disruption and uncertainty across the region. Tensions appear to be rising even further with news of Israel launching a ground invasion of Lebanon, leaving many to wonder how far the war will spread and for how long. 

As we enter day four of the escalating conflict, BOATPro speaks to maritime security firms and insurance providers to learn the full extent of ramifications on the yachting industry...

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