4th World Yachting Sustainability Forum
Friday, September 19 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Genoa International Boat Show
The 4th World Yachting Sustainability Forum, will be taking place at the Genoa International Boat Show on Friday, September 19, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This year’s forum promises to be our most impactful yet, spotlighting the growing urgency – and opportunity – around sustainability in the yachting and boating industry.
Headline Presentation by McKinsey & Company
Global consultancy McKinsey & Company will unveil its latest research on sustainability and implications for recreational boating, offering critical insights into consumer trends and innovation challenges.
High-Level CEO Panel: Navigating Sustainability
Following the McKinsey presentation, top CEOs from across the industry will take the stage for a powerful panel discussion:
“Navigating Sustainability: Redesigning Boating for the Consumer, the Industry, and the Planet.”
This panel will explore how sustainability is reshaping consumer values, product design, and strategic decision-making—aiming to align affordability, profitability, and planetary responsibility in a reimagined future for recreational boating.
Topics will include:
- What today’s consumers truly value when it comes to sustainability
- How boat design can evolve to meet both environmental and economic goals
- The steps needed to transform industry practices while maintaining competitive viability
- The role of sustainability as a core design and business driver
More details about this essential session for industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers and full speaker lineup to follow.
