Bulgarian Yachting Association

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🇧🇬 We are proud to announce that the Bulgarian Yachting Association (BYA) has officially joined the European Boating Ass...
08/06/2026

🇧🇬 We are proud to announce that the Bulgarian Yachting Association (BYA) has officially joined the European Boating Association (EBA), becoming part of the leading European platform representing the interests of recreational boating and water sports organizations across the continent. By joining the European Boating Association, our organization becomes part of the principal European network representing recreational boating interests and engaging with European institutions on matters affecting the sector.

📌 This membership is an important milestone for Bulgaria’s presence within the European maritime and recreational boating community. It provides us with a stronger voice in shaping European policies, participating in international dialogue, exchanging expertise, and contributing to the future development of the sector at the European level.

👏🏻 At a time when Bulgaria is increasingly strengthening its position within European institutions and networks, our inclusion in the EBA demonstrates that Bulgarian expertise, initiatives, and perspectives are valued and recognized internationally.

🤝 We are honored to represent Bulgaria among Europe’s most established boating organizations and to contribute to promoting our country’s maritime potential, active boating culture, and growing international engagement.

🛟 We look forward to building new partnerships, sharing best practices, and working together to advance the interests of the boating community across Europe.

🇺🇸 🛟⚓️🛳️ Reflections and thoughts on the ICOMIA & IFBSO Congress that took place last week in Washington, D.C. from our ...
04/06/2026

🇺🇸 🛟⚓️🛳️ Reflections and thoughts on the ICOMIA & IFBSO Congress that took place last week in Washington, D.C. from our founder- Svilen Vodenicharov.

👉🏼 “I left Washington with a clear conviction. Bulgaria has the potential, the resources and the people to become a meaningful player in international yachting. Events like this show that collaboration and active participation are how we get there.” 🛥️

👉🏼 Read more on https://bya.bg/news/bya-icomia-ifbso-congress-2026/

BYA’s Associate membership 🛳️🌊 Designed for professionals working within the yachting industry whose roles do not requir...
01/06/2026

BYA’s Associate membership 🛳️

🌊 Designed for professionals working within the yachting industry whose roles do not require formal verification of sea service or qualifications.

👉🏼 Apply now and be part of the vibrant yachting community in Bulgaria.

💻 More details on www.bya.bg

One of BYA’s main goals is building a vibrant yachting community in Bulgaria ✨A big challenge in emerging yachting marke...
28/05/2026

One of BYA’s main goals is building a vibrant yachting community in Bulgaria ✨

A big challenge in emerging yachting markets is that the industry can be quite fragmented. You have marinas, service providers, brokers, crew, suppliers- but they don’t always operate as a connected network, at least that is the case in Bulgaria.

So one of our main priorities is to create that sense of community so that everyone can speak the same language 🤝

We bring stakeholders together, we facilitate communication, and we try to create an environment where collaboration flows naturally, and is not forced.

Because in our view- without that foundation, it’s very difficult to grow in a sustainable way. ✨

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of Bulgaria’s most exciting yachting community- join BYA and be the positive change you’d like to see in the world! 🇧🇬

BYA Community Survey 2026 🇧🇬
Shaping the future of Bulgarian yachting together 🤝29 participants from across the yachting...
26/05/2026

BYA Community Survey 2026 🇧🇬

Shaping the future of Bulgarian yachting together 🤝
29 participants from across the yachting sector shared their perspectives, priorities and vision for the future of the industry.

👏🏻 Thank you to everyone who participated in the Bulgarian Yachting Association Community Survey 2026.
Your feedback provides valuable direction for the future development of the Bulgarian yachting ecosystem: from education, infrastructure and regulation to international positioning and community growth.

🇧🇬 The results confirm one thing clearly: the Bulgarian yachting community is ready to collaborate, grow and build long-term impact together. A united, professional and internationally connected yachting sector is the priority for the future.

👉🏼 Check the carousel for more details and statistics from the community survey.

We are excited to announce that the Bulgarian Yachting Association (BYA) will participate in the ICOMIA / IFBSO Congress...
23/05/2026

We are excited to announce that the Bulgarian Yachting Association (BYA) will participate in the ICOMIA / IFBSO Congress 2026 in Washington D.C. - one of the leading international gatherings for the global boating and yachting industry. ⚓️

🤝 The event brings together industry leaders, associations, and professionals from around the world to discuss the future of yachting, sustainability, innovation, and international collaboration.

🇧🇬 BYA is proud to represent Bulgaria and the Black Sea region, strengthen global partnerships, and contribute to the conversations shaping the future of our industry.

✌️We look forward to connecting with colleagues, exchanging ideas, and creating new opportunities for the Bulgarian yachting community on an international level.

Join our email list and stay connected with the growing yachting community in Bulgaria and the Black Sea region! 🌊Receiv...
20/05/2026

Join our email list and stay connected with the growing yachting community in Bulgaria and the Black Sea region! 🌊

Receive the latest updates on industry news, events, career opportunities, and key initiatives shaping the future of yachting in the region.

Be part of a network that brings together professionals, ideas, and opportunities:
📲 subscribe today and stay informed!

⚓️ Join BYA’s newsletter by subscribing to the form on our website: https://bya.bg

The Bulgarian Yachting Association participated in the 5th International Forum for Aviation/Transport Connectivity and T...
15/05/2026

The Bulgarian Yachting Association participated in the 5th International Forum for Aviation/Transport Connectivity and Tourism which was held in Burgas this week. 🇧🇬

The event brought together leading stakeholders from Bulgaria, neighboring countries, and across Europe to shape the future of regional connectivity, sustainable mobility, and tourism.

👀 Our representative shared with the audience BYA’s vision for blue economy development on the Bulgarian Black Sea, highlighting marina investments, sailing routes, and yachting infrastructure as strategic drivers of tourism and regional growth. Our presentation connected the forum’s core themes of transport and connectivity with the untapped potential of Bulgaria’s maritime sector, demonstrating how stronger aviation-maritime integration can unlock long-term economic value.

The event also created valuable opportunities to expand our regional network, build new partnerships, and strengthen BYA’s presence as a national voice for the future of Bulgarian yachting and coastal development.

🤝 At BYA we believe that shared dialogue and team work are the foundation of Bulgaria’s success in the maritime sector.

A story from BYA’s founder 🛥️🇧🇬Svilen Vodenicharov is the Founder and Chairman of the Bulgarian Yachting Association. A ...
13/05/2026

A story from BYA’s founder 🛥️🇧🇬

Svilen Vodenicharov is the Founder and Chairman of the Bulgarian Yachting Association. 
A graduate of the Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, he holds a Master Mariner unlimited license, an MSc in Transport and Economics, and an MBA in Shipping. His sea-going career spans more than two decades on board cargo ships, cruise vessels, and superyachts of all sizes, giving him first-hand insight into every level of yacht operations and management.
Svilen’s commitment to professional growth is evident through his pursuit of various exams related to ship management, finance, and law.

📲 Check the carousel with Svilen’s interview.

This week our team participated in the .turkiye 🛥️It was a few days full of networking, professional yachting insights, ...
09/05/2026

This week our team participated in the .turkiye 🛥️

It was a few days full of networking, professional yachting insights, inspiring conversations and great hospitality by the Turkish hosts.

💥 Our representative in Göcek had the opportunity to present the launch of the Bulgarian Yachting Association, as well as to share some updates on the initiatives and activities we are working on. We also discussed why Bulgaria could be the next exciting yachting destination in the Black Sea region. 🫠

👌 We especially want to thank for the invitation and the provided opportunity.

It was a great event and we are looking forward to joining it again next year!

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