Ben Taylor
Ben Taylor is a respected podcast host known for delivering authentic insights and expert-led discussions across the marine and yachting sectors. As the host of The Ben Taylor Podcast and The ICOMIA Podcast, he creates a platform where key industry voices—from leading brands to influential stakeholders—share valuable perspectives on the on-goings, challenges, and developments shaping the future of boating and marine leisure.
Appears in 48 Episodes
Piezo Switch Systems for Boats | Barantech at Metstrade
In this episode, Ben Taylor speaks with Quinton Pullinger of Barantech to explore how advanced piezo switch technology is reshaping control systems aboard luxury yacht...
Solar Panels for Boats | Solar Decking | Reliable Marine Solar Panels that DO NOT break
This episode explores how Open Water Solar is making high-reliability, marine-grade solar a practical energy source for all boaters and boatbuilders. CEO Simon Angus e...
Smart Marina Software That Drives Real ROI | Elite Dynamics
In this episode, Ben Taylor speaks with Lisa Alexander, Product Manager at Elite Dynamics, to unpack how marina operators are using modern software to streamline opera...
Technology Strategy for Marinas | Elite Dynamics CEO
Recorded at the ICOMIA World Marina Conference in Venice, this episode explores how Elite Dynamics is reshaping marina operations through enterprise-grade software bui...
Share the Data, Compound the Value | Navigation advancements
In this captivating episode recorded at the Monaco Yacht Show, Ben Taylor dives into innovative marine technology with Matthew Zimmerman, CEO of FarSounder. Explore ho...
Superyacht Insurance | Independence & Risk | Fort Insurance Managing Director
Ben speaks with Hugo Jacquot, Managing Director at Fort Insurance, on how independent brokerage reshapes superyacht risk management. We unpack why involving insurance ...
Yacht Connectivity | How Superyachts are Staying Connected | MIMO Connect CEO
Ben Taylor sits down with Jason Robertson, founder of MIMO Connect, to explore how next-generation connectivity is reshaping the superyacht industry. Drawing on his ex...
360 Vision for Superyachts | Panoblu
Ben talks with Sascha Kunze of Panoblu about a 360-degree thermal-IR camera purpose-built for superyachts. We unpack how full-sphere situational awareness supports clo...
AI for Yacht Security | CEO of GOST | Boat Security, Tracking & Video Surveillance
At IBEX in Tampa, Ben Taylor sits down with Brian Kane, CEO of GOST, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping security and surveillance across the yachting ...
Highfield Boats Partners with SeaTow for On-Water Assistance
In this special episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, filmed at IBEX, we explore the innovative partnership between Kristen Frohnhoefer of Sea Tow and Christophe Lavigne ...
How Savvy Navvy are Getting More People on the Water
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, Ben speaks with Jelte Liebrand, CEO and Founder of Savvy Navvy - the app transforming navigation into a “Google Maps for Boa...
AI & Robotics in Marine Manufacturing
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, we delve into how AI and robotics revolutionise the marine and superyacht industries as we explore Viam's innovative solutio...
Smart HMI Solutions for Boats
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, join Andrew Cook from Barantech at the IBEX show in Tampa as we delve into the revolutionary impact of Human Machine Interfa...
Sourcing Textiles for Superyachts
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of outdoor textiles with Sonya and Niamh from 3Beaches Textiles. Designed in Australia an...
Solar Trees from the Mind of a Yacht Designer
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast we meet Andrea Bonini a yacht designer at Espen Oeino International. We explore the pioneering concept of solar trees - archi...
Why Procurement isn't that easy for Large Yachts
In the latest episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, listeners are taken inside Global Services, a pivotal supply and procurement company driving transformation in the sup...
Superyacht Compliance for Lifting, Boarding & Working at Height
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, we delve into the pivotal role of compliance and certification with Martin Gee from Geetech, a leader in marine inspection s...
Why Monitor Your Superyacht Tender?
Discover how Yacht Trace is focussing on the safety and efficiency of superyacht operations with their tender monitoring system. As tenders increase in size and towing...
Solar Trees | Off-Grid Energy Solution for Marinas
In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, we delve into the innovative world of solar trees with visionary Matthew Pidsley, exploring their potential to redefine mari...
New CEO at Oyster Yachts | Strategic Direction & Focus for this British boatbuilder
Ben Taylor interviewed the new CEO at Oyster Yachts, Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke during the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025. This is all about the direction the leadershi...