Ian Harris on the modern yacht refit

Photo: Phoenix Yacht Management

For an owner considering a change, a refit can offer a faster and, in the right circumstances, more intelligent route to a yacht shaped around their requirements. It can preserve a proven platform, avoid the delivery time of a new build and represent a sound financial decision. Much, however, depends on selecting the right yacht and understanding what can realistically be achieved.

Age alone is rarely the deciding factor. A well-maintained, 20-year-old…