SMARTcast

Welcome back! We're coming to you live from the 2025 METSTRADE marine show at the RAI Amsterdam, where we're joined by a very special guest - Alexander Fleming, a great friend of Steve's and the entire SMART team.With over 35 years of dedication to the yachting industry, Alex has worked his way up through the crewing ranks into surveying and project management, and now specialises in owner representation for refits, conversions, and new builds on some of the world's most prestigious and innovative vessels.Alex, it's great to have you with us!

In this episode of Smart Cast, we’re joined by control systems expert Jay Parmar to explore the often-overlooked but critical world of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design on superyachts. From touchscreen layouts to intuitive control flows, Jay shares how Smart Technology Advisers ensures that every interaction onboard feels seamless, elegant, and tailored to the owner's lifestyle.We dive into:What UI and UX really mean in the context of yacht technologyHow owner preferences shape the design processThe balance between aesthetics, functionality, and reliabilityWhether you're a tech enthusiast, yacht owner, crew or industry professional, this episode offers valuable insights into how thoughtful design transforms technology into luxury. 

Welcome back to SmartCast! This is Episode 13, and we're bringing you something truly special.Fresh from Port Hercules, we're diving into the Monaco Yacht Show 2025. But this isn't just our perspective—we've gathered insights from some of our closest friends in the industry.What were the standout moments? What were your personal highlights of the show?Grab your headphones and join us as we unpack Monaco 2025 with the people who know it best.Let's dive in!

Howard and Gurmeet are joined by Niels Klarenbeek, the man running the show behind the curtains of Metstrade! This it the first episode in our new format where we focus on innovation across the industry, and we're honoured to have Niels join us with the powerhouse that is Metstrade.

This special episode is a little different. Instead of talking tech, we're talking about SMART itself - and some exciting news about it's future. Joining us are Steve Puckering and Ian Dixon, who are here to announce a major step change for the company.