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Yachts Under Construction

At any given time, hundreds of motor yachts and sailing yachts are under construction at leading shipyards worldwide. The keels are laid for custom yachts after buyers place their orders, while series yachts are begun on a regular schedule, with plenty of time for customization once an owner commits. Shipyards always want to work at maximum capacity, keeping their top engineers and craftsmen busy with new challenges.

Yacht Pricing

Our comprehensive listing of yachts under construction is important because it foreshadows future pricing and availability trends in both the new construction and charter markets.

In the area of pricing, yachts under construction have an impact on the value of future launches as well as the value of existing yachts. If multiple yachts in a series are about to splash, for instance, then they are likely to become available at a lower price point than a single custom yacht launching at the same time. Similarly, if the global fleet is about to receive several new yachts with comparable features in the same size range, then those yachts are likely to be valued on the same scale.

Charter Rates

Also in the area of pricing, yachts under construction affect charter rates. Yachts that are nearing completion often accept charter bookings before they even leave the shipyard, and usually at the top possible rate that the charter destination will bear. This affects the charter rates for existing yachts in that same destination, as well as the rates for other yachts still under construction with a plan of moving into the destination soon.

Shipyards

In terms of availability, our database of yachts under construction helps a buyer determine which shipyards will have bays available to begin a new project in a timely manner. Our industry experts at YPI Group invite you to contact us at any time during your research to receive additional information and insights into a particular builder’s upcoming order book, current yachts under construction, and details about recent launches that might affect a new project in the future.
 

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