19. Palma International Boat Show 2026 | Yacht Market Trends, Brokerage & Solaris Yachts

Back from Palma International Boat Show 2026, Tim Carbury and Alan McIlroy sit down to reflect on one of the Mediterranean yachting calendar’s most important events.

Recorded just days after returning from Mallorca, this episode looks at the mood of the market, the atmosphere on the dock, and what Berthon observed across both brokerage and new yacht sales during the week.

The discussion covers Berthon’s presence at the show, including the HH66 NO CODE, Spirit 76 NAZGUL OF FORDELL, Swan 77 INVICTUS, and the Solaris 50 and Solaris 64 RS, as well as wider observations from across the industry.

Tim and Alan discuss whether footfall really felt lighter this year, why targeted enquiries still matter more than general crowds, and how Palma compares with shows such as Cannes and Düsseldorf.

The conversation also explores:

• the continued appetite for quality bluewater and performance cruising yachts
• the growing confidence returning to parts of the market
• why classic and modern-classic yachts continue to attract strong attention
• the realities of exhibiting at major international boat shows
• the importance of broker networking and industry visibility
• and why Palma remains such an important event despite changing buyer behaviour

There are also some behind-the-scenes reflections on the practical side of getting five yachts prepared and presented for an international show, alongside discussion around current brokerage trends, enquiry levels, and the state of the Mediterranean season as a whole.

As Alan notes during the episode:

“The dream is more alive when the boats are on the water and the sun’s out.”

A relaxed and honest conversation from two brokers fresh off the dock in Palma.