The new frontier of luxury lies on the open sea—where every sunrise is private, and every sunset is an invitation to indulge. In this evolving landscape, the yacht is no longer just a symbol of wealth; it’s the ultimate expression of taste, freedom, and personal empire. Nowhere is this trend more evident than in India, where luxury living has ascended to unprecedented heights. And global yacht manufacturers are taking notice. From Europe’s most prestigious shipyards to the artisanal boat builders of the Mediterranean, elite yacht makers are now turning their gaze eastward.
Lakshmi Mittal, Chairman of ArcelorMittal and one of India’s most influential industrialists, is the proud owner of Amevi—a 262-ft marvel that redefines nautical luxury. Valued at over Rs1,080 crore, Amevi is a floating palace. With interiors by the late Alberto Pinto and architecture by Nuvolari Lenard, the yacht features a sky lounge, helipad, private cinema, and even a massage room.
Yacht companies are also catering to specific needs of their Indian clientele. Whether it’s installing on-deck mandirs, customising interiors with Indian art and textiles, or designing menus around Indian cuisine curated by Michelin-starred chefs, the industry is going beyond the conventional to court Indian buyers.
Billionaire Gautam Singhania, known for his adventurous spirit and love for the sea, sails aboard M Y Ashena—a stunning Burmese teak yacht built in India, merging classic aesthetics with modern luxury. Meanwhile, Bollywood’s glitterati have embraced yachting as the ultimate escape. Rumours abound that Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone may soon join the ranks of Indian celebrity yacht owners. Shah Rukh Khan often charters high-end yachts along the French Riviera, while Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are frequently seen basking in Mediterranean waters.
Across the globe, the yacht continues to evolve as a nexus of high-tech engineering and opulent design. Tom Cruise’s new Swan 108 is a racing yacht built for speed and spectacle, while Bill Gates’ Breakthrough, a $645 million superyacht, is set to headline the Monaco Yacht Show with its infinity pool, helipad, and even an onboard medical suite.
Indian buyers, too, are seeking this fusion of innovation and extravagance—and yacht makers are responding with immersive design consultations, Indian-based concierge services, and invitations to private showings in Monaco, Cannes, and Abu Dhabi.
With its 7,500-km coastline, India is poised to become one of the world’s most important yacht markets.