Their Mission is to Promote Excellence and Ensure Sustainability in the Global Yachting Industry.
Founded in 1989, ISS is the representative organisation of the large yacht industry. Their mission is to build alliances worldwide, serve as the collective voice on issues affecting the industry, recognise achievement, and further strengthen the industry overall through regional and global committees, educational opportunities, and networking events. The International Superyacht Society is a member-driven organisation with a marketing and administrative staff that is reliant on the volunteer efforts of its Board and members.
Services
Global Reach with Local Insight
Their 14 Ambassadors around the globe provide vital regional perspectives, offer on-the-ground support to members, and represent ISS at key events—boosting your brand visibility and connecting you with the right people wherever you operate.
Meet the Fleet
This unique initiative connects ISS members with captains and department heads to discuss how their services function onboard. It’s not a sales pitch—it’s a valuable two-way exchange that creates real product insight, honest feedback, and meaningful relationships.
Leadership Series Seminars
Their seminars, held in global yachting hubs like West Palm Beach, Monaco, Newport, and Fort Lauderdale regularly host over 100 attendees. These sessions offer education, insight, and connection—including a special crew-focused event in Fort Lauderdale.
Membership Receptions
ISS hosts elegant, well-attended receptions around the world, offering members the chance to connect with top professionals in the industry—yacht builders, designers, brokers, suppliers, and innovators—all in a relaxed, welcoming setting that fosters genuine relationships. Members will receive a discount to attend events.
Design & Leadership Awards
The annual gala celebrates excellence across yacht design, refit, interior innovation, and industry leadership. Attendees range from builders and designers to sponsors and company leaders—this high-profile event is a cornerstone of the superyacht calendar.
Distinguished Crew Award
ISS members have the opportunity to nominate exceptional crew members for our annual Distinguished Crew Award—recognizing outstanding service, leadership, and professionalism onboard. This is your chance to shine a light on those who go above and beyond.
Contact Information
International Superyacht Society (ISS)
The International Superyacht Society (ISS) exists to advance the global superyacht industry through connection, collaboration, and recognition. When you join ISS, you become part of a dynamic, international network with over 1,200 members representing more than 600 companies across 50+ countries—all committed to shaping the future of yachting.
As an additional benefit to being a member of the Professional Yachting Association, the International Superyacht Society (ISS) is kindly offering complimentary membership to all paid crew-based members of the PYA. For the duration of your membership with the PYA, crew can enjoy reciprocal 'individual membership' with ISS. This would usually cost $200 per year. When filling out the membership form, please select “crew” under membership type. Under credit card information (name on card), please input your PYA membership number.
