F or the fifth consecutive year, the Greek yachting ecosystem reconvenes at DOMUS ASTERIA Glyfada, as the 5th Panhellenic Yachting Congress returns on 26–27 February 2026. What started as a sector-focused gathering has matured into a strategic platform where ideas, market realities and future-oriented thinking converge around the evolving identity of Greek yachting.
This year’s Congress marks a clear shift toward international relevance. Senior professionals, decision-makers and speakers from abroad join the programme, contributing know-how, comparative perspectives and global best practices. Their presence reinforces Greece’s role as a Mediterranean hub for yachting activity, while opening new channels for cross-border collaboration, investment and operational synergies.
Across two dense days, the Congress maps the entire value chain of the industry. The first day focuses on infrastructure, funding, design and risk management, addressing the structural pillars that underpin sustainable growth. Marinas and port infrastructure, evolving ownership models, investment mechanisms and innovation platforms frame a dialogue that reflects both current pressures and long-term opportunities. Yacht design and navigation discussions underline how technology, aesthetics and usability continue to redefine onboard experience, while dedicated sessions on hazard prevention highlight the increasing importance of preparedness and resilience in modern operations.
Day two turns decisively toward people, experience and the future-facing dimensions of yachting. Commercial chartering in the Eastern Mediterranean, specialised yacht services and the shifting expectations of owners and guests set the commercial tone. At the same time, human capital takes centre stage, with in-depth discussions on crew training, performance culture and the integration of Generation Z into the industry. Wellness, health and holistic services are approached not as lifestyle add-ons, but as integral components of operational excellence.
Beyond panels and presentations, the Congress continues to broaden its scope. Dedicated wellness and sound-healing sessions return, recognising balance and mental resilience as critical professional assets. A strong CSR dimension highlights sailing as a pathway for education and future careers, while the active participation of BCA College students as volunteers strengthens the bridge between academia and the market.
More than an annual meeting, the Panhellenic Yachting Congress has evolved into a living snapshot of an industry in transition: more international, more human-centred and increasingly strategic in the way it defines growth, innovation and identity.
