In pictures: Inside the World Superyacht Awards 2019

The Welcome Party

The 14th World Superyacht Awards in association with Oyster Yachts were held in London from 16 – 18 May 2019. Celebrating the finest yachts delivered in 2018, the awards allow owners, designers, builders and members of the yachting industry to catch-up, network and celebrate the accomplishments of the previous 12 months.

The weekend began with a Welcome Party hosted by Stefano Ricci at Kensington Palace.

The Guests

The owners of Latona arrive at Kensington Palace.

The Guests

Dario Schiavo and Benedetta Moreno of Benetti, Henk Koster and Nanda Beumer.

The Guests

Niccolò Ricci and Filippo Ricci of Stefano Ricci with models showcasing the Stefano Ricci menswear collection.

The Cultural Programme

On Saturday 18 May, guests were invited to take part in the Cultural Programme, celebrating the abundance of history, heritage, arts and style in London. Highlights included a behind the scenes tour of Fortnum & Mason, royal jeweller House of Garrard, contemporary gallery Unit London, the famous Savile Row house Henry Poole & Co and fine wine and spirits boutique Hedonism Wines.

The Guests

Donald Christiansen of Chelsea Art Group and Michelle D’Souza of Blain Southern.

The Winners

Carlo Nuvolari, Valentina Zannier, Cristina de Basto, Luiz de Basto and guests.

The Winners

17 Neptune awards were handed out at the World Superyacht Awards. To see all the winners click here.

The Winners

Paolo Vitelli and Franco Fusignani of Benetti, John Staluppi and Jeanette Staluppi with designer Giorgio Cassetta and project manager Nicola Nicolai celebrate Spectre winning the Displacement Motor Yachts between 500GT and 1,999GT. Presented by Riza Tansu of Tansu Yachts.

The Winners

The Sailing Yacht of the Year, presented by Richard Hadida of Oyster Yachts was presented to Black Pearl.

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