Princess Yachts Mourns the Passing of Founder David King

For many people, it is difficult to think of Princess without thinking of David. That says everything about the contribution he made over more than six decades but it only tells part of the story. Characteristically, David never took credit for what Princess has become. He was always the first to recognise the contribution of others, and that humility earned him enormous respect throughout our industry.

I'm sure the tributes for David will be about the company he founded or the yachts he created, and rightly so. Those achievements speak for themselves. What I'll remember most, however, is the time he gave so generously to others. I was fortunate to know David not only as our founder, but also as a mentor. Particularly as I took on the role of CEO, his guidance, encouragement and quiet support meant a great deal to me and are something I will always be grateful for.

David always looked to the future. So, I believe the greatest tribute we can pay him is to continue the work he cared so deeply about by building exceptional yachts with the same curiosity, humility and attention to detail that defined his life, ensuring the company he loved continues to flourish for generations to come.