At the 2023 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, held on Thursday, October 26, 2023, Craig R. Gundry served as the moderator for a pivotal panel discussion titled “AI: Navigating a Course into Uncharted Waters.” This event, sponsored by Cormorant Maritime Projects, was organized by the U.S. Superyacht Association and focused on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence within the superyacht industry. The panel featured a diverse group of experts, including:
- Wynn Silbermanof Just Wynn Inc.
- Hernando Giraldoof Sea.ai
- David Carrof Yachting Magazine
- Serena Witterof Robert Allen Law
Together, they explored various facets of AI integration, such as enhancing safety measures, achieving cost savings, improving crew and guest experiences, ensuring quality control and promoting environmental sustainability. The discussion also delved into potential challenges and ethical considerations associated with AI adoption in the maritime sector. Craig Gundry’s role as moderator was instrumental in steering the conversation, drawing on his extensive 19-year background in the international maritime industry. His diverse expertise enabled him to facilitate a comprehensive and insightful discussion on the evolving role of AI in yachting. For more information about the panel and its participants, you can visit the U.S. Superyacht Association’s official page.