Thinking of Building a Yacht in Turkey? Watch This First

Sign up for next Friday's FREE WEBINAR at: https://www.yachtbrokermasterclass.com/10minutes Join me live Friday February 13TH 7pm CEST - 1pm EST - 10am PST 1 hour LIVE Webinar with LIVE Q&A Time To see the full videos of those Turkish shipyards, subscribe to @yachtbuilders And if you are a qualified buyer considering building in Turkey, and would like some unbiased advice contact me at david@yachtsforsaleblog.com A viral reel. A brand-new yacht. A dramatic launch… and then she sinks. It’s the kind of story that makes people ask a fair question: “Should I build a yacht in Turkey?” In this vlog, I give you my honest answer — and it might surprise you. Because Turkey is packed with talented engineers, craftsmen and serious yacht builders… but the quality gap between yards can be enormous, and that’s where buyers get caught out. In this video, I break down what you must check before signing anything, including: Certification / Classification (and why it’s more than just paperwork) Track record (delivered yachts, resale market, and what “doesn’t add up”) Price reality (inflation, the Italy comparison, and why “too cheap” is a warning) How to protect yourself: visit the yard, walk the sheds, meet the team, understand who’s doing the work and how quality is controlled Why an unbiased specialist (broker/advisor) can save you a fortune in stress and mistakes I also share a list of Turkish shipyards I personally feel comfortable recommending (and a note: if I don’t mention a yard, it doesn’t automatically mean I don’t rate them). If you’re considering a career change into yacht brokerage, I’m hosting a free webinar on Friday 13 February 2026: Real Buyers, or Time Thieves? Which yacht enquiries are worth your time — and how to spot a serious buyer in the first 10 minutes. You’ll also hear about the Yacht Broker Master Class course for those who want to take this seriously. If you’re building (or thinking of building) a yacht in Turkey, I’d love to hear your thoughts below: Would YOU do it — and what would you want to know before you start? Follow us also on YouTube @Yachtsforsaleblog @YachtsforCharter @yachtbuilders And our partner's channel: @MarineMaxOnline If you are interested in becoming a yacht broker: yachtbrokermasterclass.com And if you would like to keep updated on events at the Yachts For Sale YouTube team you can join the free INSIDE INFO newsletter at www.yachtsforsaleblog.com