Superyacht Australia is pleased to announce the Platinum Partners for the first ever Sydney Charter Show to be held on Sunday 22 and Monday 23 February 2026 at Jones Bay Superyacht Marina.
The Superyacht Australia members confirmed as Platinum Partners include Ankor Software, Echo Yachts, Jones Bay Superyacht Marina and Pantaenius Australia. Their partnership also extends to the Australian Superyacht Conference, which follows the Charter Show on Tuesday 24 February 2026, heralding a new location, date and with a refreshed format and focus on the future of the superyacht charter industry.
Nairn Johnston, General Manager of Jones Bay Superyacht Marina commented; “The Sydney Charter Show represents an exciting new chapter for our industry, and Jones Bay Superyacht Marina is thrilled to be both host location and Platinum Partner. With Sydney firmly established as a hub for superyacht charters in the Asia-Pacific, we are proud to work with Superyacht Australia and other leading brands to bring this vision to life on the global calendar. What an exciting way to round out what is set to be a stunning Sydney summer.”
The Sydney Charter show will bring together charter vessels, brokers, luxury brands, destinations and key industry stakeholders against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour. It represents an exciting evolution for the region’s superyacht industry, establishing a dedicated platform to showcase Australia and the South Pacific’s growing prominence in the global charter market.
Chris Blackwell, Sales & Marketing Manager of Western Australian based Echo Yachts commented; “As Australia’s leading full-custom newbuild and refit & maintenance superyacht builder, Echo Yachts is proud to support Superyacht Australia’s inaugural 2026 Sydney Charter Show and Superyacht Conference, to be held at the magnificent Jones Bay Superyacht Marina in Sydney Australia. We look forward to connecting with both new and long-standing superyacht owners, managers, and captains throughout this exciting new program of events, and to showcasing our world-class expertise in superyacht design, construction, and refit — all available at our shipyard right here in Australia!”
Building on the success of the Superyacht Australia Soirée, the Sydney Charter Show expands on this strong foundation to create a fully immersive experience. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the region’s leading charter vessels and discover the exceptional cruising destinations Australia and the South Pacific have to offer.
Mike Sager, Founder and CEO of Ankor Software commented; “Ankor is privileged to be a part of the Sydney Charter Show. Our main purpose is to bring the yachting ecosystem together globally and help it grow through great technology. We are Australian, we are the world’s biggest yacht charter technology company – so it makes complete sense to support the inaugural show and help promote our region to the world.”
The participation of the Platinum Partners confirms their commitment to a shared vision for strengthening Australia and the South Pacific’s position in the global charter market.
This is affirmed by James McPhail, Managing Director of Pantaenius Australia; “Pantaenius Sail & Motor Yacht Insurance is proud to support the inaugural Sydney Charter Show. As a loyal and founding supporter of the Superyacht Soirée in Sydney, it’s only natural for us to grow alongside the Superyacht Australia team and be part of this exciting new chapter for Australia’s luxury charter industry. Always at your side.”
The Sydney Charter Show and Australian Superyacht Conference together mark an exciting new chapter for Australia’s superyacht sector, positioning Sydney as a premier charter hub and celebrating the future of luxury yachting across the South Pacific.
