Four Seasons Yachts Appoints Ben Trodd as Chief Executive Officer
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Four Seasons and Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd., Joint Owner and Operator of Four Seasons Yachts, announce the appointment of Ben Trodd as Chief Executive Officer of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd., effective July 1, 2025.
A trusted leader with extensive global experience in luxury hospitality, Trodd brings a combination of strategic acumen, operational expertise, and a deep understanding of the Four Seasons brand.
"This is a pivotal moment for Four Seasons Yachts as we prepare to launch our first ship next year, and introduce an entirely new experience to the market," says Nadim Ashi, Founder and Co-Owner, Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd. "It is the ideal time to welcome a visionary, respected leader like Ben to take on the helm of Four Seasons Yachts. He understands what it takes to create a true Four Seasons experience, and I look forward to watching him do exactly that as we take to the seas."
Launching in 2026, Four Seasons I, the first in the Four Seasons Yachts collection, will reimagine luxury maritime travel, bringing the leading luxury brand's legendary service and experiences to the seas. Four Seasons I will transport guests to the crystal waters of the Caribbean and Mediterranean. With an exclusive 95 residential-style suites, guests will enjoy Four Seasons personalized, genuine service through a 1:1 guest to staff ratio. Onboard offerings include 11 culinary outlets, a state-of-the-art transverse marina to be activated on dedicated Marina Days, spa and wellness offerings, and more.
Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, Joint Owner/Operator, Four Seasons Yachts oversees the nautical operations of the venture, with Four Seasons managing the hospitality and service experience. Construction and design of Four Seasons I is being led by Fincantieri, in partnership with Tillberg Design of Sweden and the creative direction of Prosper Assouline.
About Four Seasons
Four Seasons opened its first hotel in 1961 and since that time has become a global leader in luxury hospitality and branded residential, with a focus on genuine and unparalleled service experiences. Four Seasons currently operates 133 hotels and resorts and 57 residential properties in major city centres and resort destinations in 47 countries. The company continues to grow with a guest-centric mindset, including a global pipeline of more than 60 projects under planning or in development. In addition to its hotels and resorts, Four Seasons experiential offerings include more than 600 restaurants and bars globally, the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience, Four Seasons Drive Experience, and the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts. Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels, resorts, restaurants and bars, and most prestigious luxury hospitality brand in reader polls, traveller reviews and industry awards. For more information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com.
About Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd.
Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd. was founded by entrepreneur Nadim Ashi who also serves as co-owner. Mr. Ashi is founder and CEO of Fort Partners, a real estate development firm based in Florida, with offices in New York and London. Fort Partners commitment to excellence starts with envisioning and creating solid investment projects that increase value over time with clear visions and strategic execution. Having established a strong and fruitful partnership with Four Seasons, properties from Palm Beach to the Surf Club in Miami are made possible in collaboration with distinguished virtuosos of design, with additional projects coming on the horizon. The Surf Club is the firm's flagship property, located in Surfside, Florida, and home to Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club. Mr. Ashi's distinctive vision expands now to luxury yachting in partnership with Four Seasons.
About Four Seasons Yachts
This venture brings together luxury yachting company Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd., Joint Owner/Operator, Four Seasons Yachts, and venerated Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, paired with Four Seasons luxury hospitality leadership. With an all-suite, residential style product, Four Seasons l, the first vessel in the Four Seasons Yachts fleet, will set a new standard for luxury at sea. Included among the Yacht's exceptional features is the 9,975 square feet (927 square metres) Funnel Suite's iconic floor-to-ceiling wraparound curved glass window modules, made up of the largest contiguous piece of glass at sea; and a bespoke onboard transverse marina featuring expansive openings across the vessel from port to starboard. The second Four Seasons Yacht, Four Seasons ll, will debut in 2027.