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23/7/2024
Superyacht UK is delighted to introduce the distinguished judges and talented competitors of the 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition, in partnership with Sunseeker. This prestigious event, set to take place at the Southampton International Boat Show from 16-18 September 2024, will showcase the next generation of yacht designers as they compete for top honours in this highly competitive competition.
The Judges
Our distinguished panel of judges for this year’s competition, features industry luminaries with over a century of combined experience in marine design and innovation. Together, they bring unparalleled expertise and a passion for mentoring the next generation of marine designers. Our judges are:
The Competitors
We are also delighted to introduce our exceptional lineup of competitors in this year’s competition. Each competitor in this diverse and talented group, brings a unique perspective and fervent passion to the world of design, setting the stage for an inspiring showcase of innovation and creativity. Our 12 talented young designers include:
This year’s competition introduces two categories for entry: Category 1 for 2nd and 3rd-year students, and Category 2 for Master’s students. Participants are required to hand-draw their designs to specific briefs during the two-day event at the Southampton International Boat Show. Winners and runners-up in each category can look forward to exciting prizes, including: a four-week internship with Sunseeker and one week internship with Olesinski*, with further prizes to be announced.
*Accommodation will be provided for the Olesinski internship
Ewen Foster, Chief Technical Officer (CTO) at Sunseeker International, emphasized the importance of nurturing new talent: “It’s crucial that we actively cultivate and support the next generation of yacht designers, as they are the ones who will pioneer groundbreaking advancements in our industry. I am genuinely excited about the potential we will witness at this year’s competition. Each participant brings a fresh perspective that promises not only to challenge the conventional but also to push the boundaries of design and innovation. This is a fantastic platform for these young talents to showcase their vision and skills, and I am eagerly looking forward to the unique and inspiring designs they will present.”
Ben Geary, Chair of Superyacht UK, added, “We are thrilled to welcome such an outstanding array of judges and competitors to the 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition. Each judge brings a wealth of experience and a genuine commitment to fostering emerging talent, creating a profound opportunity for our participants. This event not only provides a platform to highlight the exceptional skills and innovative designs of young designers but also reflects our ongoing commitment to nurturing the future leaders of the superyacht industry. I look forward to witnessing the creativity and passion that these young designers will bring to the forefront during the competition.”
To find out more about the competition, the judges and the competitors visit: https://www.southamptonboatshow.com/young-designer-competition/
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