Explore the latest news, features, and press coverage of Jo Fensham Yacht Upholstery. From industry interviews to event features and boat show spotlights, this section captures the evolving story of our business and the marine industry we serve.
Media release: New Cape Town design prize invites creatives to reimagine life at sea
The Jo Fensham Yacht Furniture Design Prize 2026, presented in collaboration with the Cape Institute for Architecture (CIFA), is a new cross-disciplinary design competition inviting Cape Town-based architects, interior designers,…
How the Jo Fensham Digital Service makes remote yacht upholstery possible
Precision now needs flexibility too Yacht upholstery has always required precision, but today it also requires flexibility. Boats travel across oceans and between continents, owners move between cruising grounds, and…
The importance of drawings in a (boat) building project
By Tariq Fensham - Owner and MD of Jo Fensham and Professional Architect
In the factory: Spotlight on pattern matching with Thabied Slamdien
Welcome to the first instalment of our In the factory series — a behind-the-scenes look at the people whose skill, focus, and craftsmanship define the quality that Jo Fensham is…
Every detail counts: The critical role of fabrics, fasteners, and finishes in yacht upholstery
When we admire a beautiful yacht interior, we focus on the overall impression — the sweeping lines, the finish of the woodwork, the sense of luxury and comfort. But what…
Jo Fensham honoured with two awards at Industry Awards Dinner
On 6 Octover 2025, the annual South African Boat Builders Export Council (SABBEX) Awards Dinner brought together more than 300 leaders, innovators, and craftspeople from across South Africa’s marine manufacturing…
Leopard 46: Multihull of the Year 2025 – A Testament to South African Craftsmanship
The Leopard 46 has secured its reputation as a global leader by winning the 2025 Multihull of the Year in the Sail Cruising category. Combining unparalleled comfort with performance, this…
SW108 Kiboko 4: Sailing Yacht of the Year 2025 – A Fusion of Performance and Elegance
The SW108 Kiboko 4, a 35.5-metre sailing yacht from Southern Wind, has been named 2025 Sailing Yacht of the Year at the World Superyacht Awards, hosted by BOAT International in…
