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Insights from a Monaco yacht broker

Market commentary, sales updates, and industry perspective from Jan-Jaap Minnema, Fraser Yachts.

New Build·12 May 2026

LADY SARAH Launched: 40m Benetti Oasis Hits the Water

LADY SARAH, a 40m Benetti Oasis sold by Jan-Jaap Minnema on the buyer side, has been launched at the Benetti yard ahead of a Mediterranean delivery in late June 2026.

Events & Shows·11 May 2026

Cannes Film Festival 2026

The 79th Cannes Film Festival runs 12–23 May 2026. ALFA NERO will be at anchor in the Bay of Cannes for the duration of the festival.

Industry & History·8 May 2026

Fraser Yachts: Eight Decades of Superyacht Brokerage Since 1947

Founded in 1947 by U.S. Navy veteran David Fraser, Fraser Yachts grew from a single Newport Beach office into the world's largest full-service superyacht brokerage — with 240+ specialists, 12 global offices, and a portfolio above $7.4B.