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From left, Itay Singer,
Roy Klajman and Uri
Idan of Sea Alliance
Group proudly
participate every year
in the prestigious
Cannes Yachting
Festival, showcasing
exceptional yachts
like the Sunseeker
(opposite page), at
one of the world’s
leading yacht shows.
Sailing Through
Dreams
Roy Klajman, Uri Idan and Itay Singer, the visionary co-founders
of the Sea Alliance Group, have played pivotal roles in shaping the
global yachting industry over the past 25 years.
INTERVIEW BY DESPOINA SAMPSON, ATHENS RIVIERA JOURNAL
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W ith a deep passion for the sea and an
unmatched expertise in yacht sales,
charters, and brokerage, Roy Klaj-
man, Uri Idan and Itay Singer of Sea
Alliance Group share their thoughts
on the allure of boat shows.
When does the international yacht show season start?
Itay Singer: The boat show season typically begins
with the Cannes Yachting Festival in the second week
of September in France. This event has grown signifi-
cantly over the past decade to be now recognized as
the largest in-water boat show in the Mediterranean,
where 90% of the yachts are displayed in their natural
environment. This festival primarily focuses on yacht
sales, especially new yachts, with a smaller broker-
age section comprising less than 20%, and sometimes
even under 10%, of the show’s capacity. Most of the
stands are organized by shipyards showcasing their
boats to yachts up to 35 meters (120 feet), though
latest models, ranging from small and medium-sized
some larger vessels of 40 meters or more may also
be present. The show spans two main locations: the
iconic Old Port of Cannes, which features medium to
large motor yachts and small motorboats from all the
major shipyards and brands, and Port Pierre Canto,
about 50 kilometers away. The Port Canto section is
dedicated to sailboats, including sailing catamarans,
monohulls, and other yachts equipped with masts, cre-
ating a specialized area for sailing enthusiasts. Visitors
to Cannes can even enjoy sea trials for selected yachts,
making it an exciting event for serious buyers. Apart
from the yachts, the Cannes Yachting Festival attracts
clients from around the globe thanks to its vibrant
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