Inside the Mind of Bill Dixon: Four Decades of Innovation

In this interview, Bill Dixon, Chairman of Dixon Yacht Design, reflects on his four decades in yacht design—from early work with Angus Primrose to leading one of the industry’s most respected studios. Dixon discusses the shift toward lifestyle-focused cruising boats, easier handling, and the influence of high-performance sailing on modern production yachts. His team works with global builders including Moody, Hylas, Xquisite, Heysea, Beneteau, and Pearl Yachts, with standout projects like the Moody Deck Saloon series, Hylas 57, and Xquisite 60. Dixon sees sustainability, electric propulsion, and new wind-assist technologies as major forces shaping future yacht design. For a transcript and additional media, please see here: https://www.yachtsite.com/reference/interview-with-bill-dixon/