Yachting Ventures

YV founder Gabbi Richardson is currently in the UAE, exploring opportunities and looking to make connections in the region. Our experiences in the UAE have been invigorating and inspiring so far, and we are looking forward to returning in 2025! 🇦🇪 🚀

Our roundup of the top funding rounds of November 2024 is here! 🤩 The leisure marine and yachting industry attracted significant investor interest in November 2024, with the startups on this list raising over €85M. Read the article to discover the innovative companies shaping the future of this space. VELA - Sail For Goods, Candela, Reach Subsea, SeaO2, Vatn Systems, Globavista Ltd, Hydrogen Mem-Tech

Metstrade is always a standout event for the YV team, it is a space where collaboration thrives and meaningful connections are made! This year, our Start-Up Pavilion returned for the second time, spotlighting 15 cutting-edge startups. The space was buzzing with energy and ideas. 🤩 We also hosted two engaging panels and our ever-popular pitch competition in the Metstrade theatre. If you're a startup and are interested in exhibiting at one of our events, apply for our community membership via the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eE_npzKP

There's only a few days left to apply to pitch at our Startup Day at boot Düsseldorf 2025, in collaboration with European Boating Industry, and to win a free exhibition stand at boot 2026. 🏃♀️ Taking place on Tuesday 21st January 2025, this dedicated day will provide an unparalleled platform for innovative startups to showcase their solutions to key players in the leisure marine industry, and to pitch on the main stage! Don't miss out on the chance of winning a free stand at boot 2026 and apply via this link 👉 https://ow.ly/pRyZ50U5ZZx

We don't usually do this but... this Black Friday we're offering new members TWO MONTHS FREE access to the Yachting Ventures community. 🤯 With our community membership you get access to: 🤝 A global network of like-minded founders 📚 Our knowledge hub 💬 Mentorship & Expert Advice 🎟 Exclusive Events and Networking Sessions Apply now via the link below and gain access to the Yachting Ventures community for free, for TWO WHOLE MONTHS. 👉 https://ow.ly/zCkW50UhzgJ 🕰️ Hurry Hurry! Offer expires tonight at midnight.

🌟 Introducing the Yachting Ventures Badge of Credibility! 🌟 As YV becomes increasingly recognised as the leading platform supporting startup growth in leisure marine, this stamp of approval is designed to show investors, clients and journalists that our community members are backed by us. 🏅 🎥 Here's our community manager Oliver Parnis England explaining why we decided to launch the badge. If you're interested in discovering how YV can support the growth of your startup, apply to the community via the link below. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eE_npzKP

marinero.mx Mexico’s first digital marina platform, recently appeared on Shark Tank México, highlighting its innovative approach to yacht rentals. Founder Christian López shared the company’s vision to make maritime tourism more accessible through a platform that connects users to 300+ yachts across 34 ports in Mexico. “This was more than just a pitch,” said López. “It was an opportunity to showcase our work on a national stage.” Read the full article via this link 👉 https://lnkd.in/grkdK7cY

Our founder, Gabbi Richardson, is spending the next month in Dubai, so naturally, we’ve been diving deep into the city’s buzzing startup and investor scene. 🇦🇪 🚀 We came across this amazing report by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, and honestly, it’s a goldmine for any startup considering expansion into the UAE. It’s packed with tools, insights, and resources to help you navigate the process. Dubai’s startup ecosystem is fuelled by big, visionary moves like the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to double the economy over the next decade. Add to that a vibrant mix of accelerators, free zones, and government-backed funds, and you’ve got the perfect environment for startups to access funding, mentorship, and global partnerships. 👏 Enjoy! And reach out to us if you're thinking about expanding into the UAE. With Gabbi on the ground, we’re here to help: hello@yachtingventures.co

At Yachting Ventures, we are fascinated by the stories of entrepreneurs and founders, our community boasts founders from all kinds of backgrounds, including the yachting industry. 🌊 Did you know that most of the YV team have worked on boats themselves at some point? Turns out that working in the yachting industry can allow you to develop unique skills that are transferrable in business. 👀 Recently, YV founder Gabbi Richardson was featured in Dockwalk, talking about how yacht crew can transition to launching successful businesses ashore. If you're a crew member turned startup founder and are looking to grow your business, reach out to us at: hello@yachtingventures.co Read the article below. 👇

👋 Welcome to the November edition of The Startup Scoop - our monthly newsletter curated for startups, investors and industry players in leisure marine.    With November coming to an end, we’re looking back at our major successes at both METSTRADE in Amsterdam and the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show.    Our focus now shifts towards the upcoming year and the big things we have planned! Let’s unpack...