On 12 August 2026, Mallorca will witness a total solar eclipse at sunset — a once-in-a-century opportunity for yachts cruising the Balearics. With the sun extremely low over the western horizon, the experience will depend on the right location, clear visibility and...
As the show approaches, remember that anchoring in front of the Cathedral requires prior clearance via an authorised agent. For yachts over 500 GT, pilotage is mandatory for port movements. Coordination with Palma Pilots is essential for all sanctioned anchorage...
Estela’s Captains’ Dinner 2026 Palma de Mallorca, Spain — During the height of the Palma International Boat Show, Estela Superyacht Agency will host its flagship Captains’ Dinner on 1 May 2026 at the iconic Son Amar. This invitation-only evening, reserved for captains...
During the week of the Palma international Boat Show, Estela Superyacht Agency evolves beyond its role as a shipping agency, positioning itself as a hub for vision, high-level connections, and forward-thinking dialogue within the superyacht industry. Save the date for...
Invest Hong Kong will join Estela Palma Week 2026 as Partner Sponsor, bringing a new narrative to the Palma International Boat Show—one that challenges everything the superyacht world thinks it knows about Hong Kong. A Hidden World Behind the Skyline For decades, Hong...
Suez Canal Operations Update: What It Means for Superyacht Navigation The Suez Canal remains one of the most strategic maritime routes in the world, linking the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea and facilitating a significant portion of global maritime traffic....
In the case of a global emergency, does your vessel have enough fuel for an additional 2,700 nm leg at sea? Does your war-risk and H&M insurance stay intact if you reroute? And is your crew set up, contractually and practically, for an extended ocean passage? With...
On 19 December 2025, the MCA published Amendment 1 to MGN 681 (M) to update the requirements and best-practice guidance for the safe storage, handling, and charging of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. It emphasizes the use of custom storage options for batteries and...
The gradual introduction of EES throughout the Schengen area spells potential problems for yacht crew, with a risk of overstaying alerts.
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