Life aboard a superyacht offers a unique set of challenges and rewards, but there comes a time when many crew members consider transitioning to a shore-based role. With the transferable skills developed at sea, such as 7 star service, organisation, and technical know-how, former yacht crew are perfectly equipped for a range of careers on land. Here at Yotspot we can help you facilitate this transition as we not only connect crew with yacht jobs but also provide opportunities in shore-based ro... More
Unfortunately, like any industry, yachting has its share of people trying to exploit job seekers. Scammers may try to steal your personal information, request money, or worse. As you embark on your yachting career, it’s essential to stay informed, alert, and, most importantly, safe. Here are Yotspots Top Tips to help you avoid yachting job scams: 1.Meet in Public Places If you’ve agreed to meet a yacht captain , owner, or recruiter, ensure the meeting takes place in a pu... More
The tech platform and job board Yotspot, which is headquartered in Southampton and has a global reach, provides everything from deckhands to captains. It has seen huge growth in the last year, cementing its place as the market leader in providing crew on the world’s biggest private yachts. Founded in 2010, Steve Crawford and his business partner, Daryl Bradley, have spent the last 13 years helping people find work below deck. Last year Danielle McLaren was appointed managing directo... More
With boats of all sizes taking to the seas, are we seeing more accidents in yachting or is this just an artefact of increased yacht numbers? Let’s take a look at the questions around yachting safety. What factors contribute to high accident rates in yachting? The answer may not be as simple as ‘more boats on the water equals more accidents’. There could be other factors at play that are contributing to higher accident rates. For example, inexperienced boaters may have less knowledge abo... More
Sustainability in the superyacht industry extends beyond hardware and materials. Industry professionals and seafarers alike are taking an active interest in living and maintaining sustainable lifestyles aboard super yachts. Sustainable living is the new buzzword in the world of yachting, and for good reason. With the increasing concern over climate change and the need to reduce our carbon footprint, industry professionals and seafarers alike are growing ever aware of their impact on planet ea... More
It’s no secret that staying safe while navigating the seas can be a perilous endeavor. But what is the yachting industry doing to battle cyber security for yachts? As with any online activities, there are measures that yacht owners and crew must take to ensure their data is secure and their vessels remain protected. Let’s take a look at some of these steps and explore how they help protect yacht owners and crew members alike. It is essential that yacht owners and crew take measures to protect... More
UKSA, the Isle of Wight based charity and world-leading maritime training academy, recently announced a 150 percent year-on-year increase in the number of women taking up its Superyacht Cadetship course. For this year’s Women in Maritime Day (18 May 2022), one of its yachting instructors, Emily Caruso, shares why the tides are turning for women choosing a career on the water. “I remember when I began my career signing legal documents that referred without exception to the Skipper ... More
Superyacht owners, guests and crew have come to expect internet access on board consistent with services enjoyed on land, making VSAT connectivity a necessity for most vessels. With a plethora of options available, however, the VSAT marketplace can be difficult to navigate. Brian Monk, General Manager of Hill Robinson Communications, explains how Hill Robinson helps its clients find a VSAT plan tailored to each yacht’s individual requirements. Seamless connectivity is vital to any super... More
Hill Robinson and Moravia Yachting are delighted to announce their latest luxury service partnership, identifying LunaJets as their preferred supplier for client aviation requirements. The partnership will enable the Hill Robinson Group to further enhance its array of client services, providing best-in-class solutions and synchronised travel plans when facilitating journeys and experiences between the shore, sea, and sky. The Hill Robinson Group recognised a highly personalised approac... More
PRIOR TO DEPARTING FOR AN ADVENTUROUS PACIFIC CRUISE, 85M EXPEDITION YACHT BOLD WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE AT THE PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW, HELD FROM 24 TO 27 MARCH. HILL ROBINSON SPEAKS TO CAPTAIN TODD LEECH ABOUT HOW THE YACHT PROVIDES THE IDEAL PLATFORM FROM WHICH TO EXPLORE SUCH DESTINATIONS. Aptly described as the Range Rover Sport pickup truck of the yachting world, 85m expedition yacht Bold’s entire operation revolves around the activities that it facilitates. As Captai... More
TAKING YOU FROM THE SEA TO THE SKY, HILL ROBINSON’S ALL-ENCOMPASSING AVIATION DIVISION COULD BE YOUR ANSWER TO AIRCRAFT CHARTER, LOGISTICAL OPERATIONS, PURCHASE AND MAINTENANCE OF AMPHIBIOUS CRAFT, FIXED-WING PLANES AND HELICOPTERS. The complementary relationship between superyachts, private jets and helicopters is clear, and Hill Robinson’s aviation division has expanded to meet the needs of their clients across all aspects. The use of private jets by superyacht owners and charterer... More
Welcome to the annual Superyacht Survey (2022) brought to you by Yotspot - The leading jobs board in the yachting industry.. and Faststream Recruitment Group . A total of 556 Superyacht Crew took part in this survey. It hasn’t been business as usual in the superyacht industry. In 2020 and the first half of 2021 yachts and crew were heavily impacted by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Many yacht itineraries were put on hold and some Captains and their crew found themselves facing period... More
UKSA has reported a 108 percent increase in the number of students choosing its Superyacht Hospitality training course in 2021 compared to 2019, with the average age of students reducing by nine years since 2015. The Isle of Wight based charity, which provides life-enhancing water-based adventures, education, and world-leading maritime training, launched the hospitality course which was specially designed by industry experts 15 years ago, to meet the growing demand for well-trained profession... More
UKSA has reported a 150 percent increase in the number of women undertaking its Superyacht Cadetship from 2020 to 2021 in a trend that sees a positive shift towards increased diversity in the superyacht sector. The Isle of Wight based charity, which provides life-enhancing water-based adventures, education, and world-leading maritime training, saw an increase in the number of women from six per cent to 15 percent from 2020-21 and a 26 percent increase in students taking up the course overall.... More
UKSA, the leading maritime education and training charity, is today announcing a new and exclusive collaboration with the team behind award-winning – The Little Gloster Restaurant and Rooms, a famed Isle of Wight bolthole run by Ben and Holly Cooke. As a result of the new partnership, UKSA has launched two new facilities in its training centre, a fully equipped cabin/dining room, alongside the superyacht galley and laundry room, giving students a comprehensive superyacht simulation experience... More
A useful summary of what the MLC is and who it applies to. More
Yachts are often described by the Family Offices we work with as assets that take up a disproportionate amount of their time. Sarnia Yachts has a unique combination of knowledge and many years of experience in this niche asset class enabling us to support Family Offices with all aspects of the ownership, management and crewing of their yacht. More
In a post-pandemic world yachts are recognised as one of the most socially-distanced holiday options where interactions with others are controlled in a way not possible if staying at a resort or on a cruise ship. More
Kirsty Porritt joins Sarnia Yachts as a new Crew Services Officer. More
Hill Robinson is happy to announce that we have taken a significant step in offsetting the carbon footprint by our involvement in a new ‘blue’ carbon project Mikoko Pamoja . An estimated production of over 1,250 tonnes of CO2 will be counterbalanced by preserving mangrove conservation and restoration in Kenya. Mikoko Pamoja is the one of the world’s first blue carbon credit projects, comprising the protection of 117 ha (hectares) of mangrove forest and the re-forestation of a beach and sh... More
Leading maritime training and education charity, UKSA, is delighted to announce that 30 of its students, aged 18-25, have graduated from its flagship Superyacht Cadetship course. A virtual graduation ceremony was held over the weekend, attended by the students and their families, friends of UKSA, staff and funding partners. With the support of UKSA, over 40 per cent of the course’s graduates have already secured employment, with the remaining students actively seeking new opportunities ... More
Some yacht owners fall into a category known as UK resident, non-UK domiciled individuals. More
The Pledge is a commitment by She of the Sea and signatory organisations to work together to build a diverse and inclusive Yachting industry. Organisations that sign the pledge represent the industry's early adopters and leaders within this global movement. The Pledge reflects a global aspiration to see diversity and inclusion at all levels realised. A diverse workforce is widely recognised to significantly outperform any other Jenny Matthews, Founder of She of the Sea, comments: “From ... More
Standing still is not an option in the fast growing Hill Robinson enterprise, from yacht and project management through aviation, real estate management, special projects, charter, crew and more. Adding new specialists in the various divisions both increases capacity and the knowledge base but is also a starting point for internal career development. In this instance we are pleased to announce the promotion of Kevin Laverty to Director of Projects. Kevin, who is part of the Isle of ... More
Luxury private estates worldwide can benefit from an exceptional new staff recruitment service from Hill Robinson. HREliteRecruit is the new recruitment division for all land-based staff. Exceeding clients' expectations on quality service with superyacht crew is the daily norm for Hill Robinson. To quote a client ''wouldn't it be good if the Hill Robinson service I expect on my yacht was available when I am ashore''. Step up the team at Hill Robinson with the perfect so... More
Edmiston and the UKSA are pleased to announce an important collaboration between Edmiston, one of the world’s leading yachting companies, and the UKSA, the leading maritime training organisation. The Edmiston Foundation has been established to address diversity within the Superyacht industry; specifically providing young people, especially those in the most underrepresented and disadvantaged groups, the opportunity to forge a career within the maritime industry. Young men and women from m... More
Josh Stickland, 31, has been announced as one of the eleven professional skippers to lead a novice team in the 40,000 nautical mile Clipper 2019-20 Round the World Race. The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is undoubtedly one of the greatest ocean adventures on the planet, also regarded as one of its toughest endurance challenges. Taking almost a year to complete, it consists of eleven teams, with each made up of one Skipper, one Mate, and a crew of everyday people from many different wa... More
UKSA has been celebrating the graduation of young people from its Superyacht Cadetship - the flagship course for the charity and training centre – and has announced ambitious plans for greater funding to enable even more young people to access to the industry. A ceremony held on Friday, 8th March at UKSA’s base in Cowes, Isle of Wight, was attended by the students’ close family and friends, UKSA staff and the funding partners that make the professional course a viable option for many... More
UKSA is a charity that believes in harnessing the power of the sea to make a positive difference. We offer the very best professional maritime training courses alongside youth development programmes to transform young people’s lives. As a charity, the funds raised from our donors, sponsors and professional training courses help enhance the lives of the 10,000 individuals we welcome every year. Our flagship Superyacht Cadetship offers a unique opportunity and an excellent alternative to univer... More
The Maritime Skills Academy is happy to announce it will be running the Approved Engine Course, starting April 2018. More
Global specialists in Maritime recruitment, Faststream, welcome Nic Jones as new Group Marketing Manager to their UK headquarters. Nic will be responsible for shaping the global recruitment group’s marketing strategy, particularly online with the imminent launch of three new job and industry insight websites for candidates and clients alike. Commenting on the new appointment of Nic, CEO Mark Charman said: “Nic brings a wealth of marketing experience and expertise from outside the... More
Luxury Hospitality Management Reports Significant Growth and Broader Scope of Services and Training Luxury Hospitality Management , known as LH, has reported significant growth across all areas of the company over recent months. As 2017 draws to a close, LH stands strong for the year ahead with a reinforced training team, an extended range of courses and a broader scope of services, all of which have been implemented throughout this year. These developments form part of LH’s strategic g... More
Luxury Hospitality Management, known as LH, are to form a partnership with TSF for the 2018 edition. The announcement follows an initial collaboration which took place at The Superyacht Forum during this week’s METSTRADE in Amsterdam. This newly established partnership marks a move between the 2 businesses to further address and recognise the importance of 7* luxury hospitality in Yachting. For LH, this cooperation with TSF not only reflects their dedication in bringing luxury hospitality to... More
Bluewater is pleased to announce additional services now available from their Fort Lauderdale location. More
Bluewater is pleased to announce the appointment of Clive McCartney as Vice President of Marine Operations Business Development. More
Thank you to everyone that made it to the Viking Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) stand during The Monaco Yacht Show. It is always a pleasure to meet new and current clients, candidates and crew we speak too regularly and ones that want to meet for the first time. The overall atmosphere of the show was very positive, with a great deal of optimism about the future. It proved to be another fantastic and very busy show. An exciting element of this year’s show was the airing of our new promo... More
The Great Britain Sailing team flew to Sheboygan on the 9th September 2017 to the Blind Sailing World Championships. Over the 5 racing days, the 4 teams came together to win an overall Gold and defended their world title. Here at the MSA and Viking, we have been keeping up to date with the day by day bulletins and couldn’t be prouder of all 4 teams. They truly deserve this after all the hard work and effort they put into training. Chairman Founder, Dieter Jaenicke said, “It has been a... More
Making the decision to leave the yachting industry and put down roots ashore is one of the hardest things us crew members face at some stage in our careers. More
On Monday 26 June Curriculum Leaders, Head of Year 12, Career Coordinators and Education Advisers from across the county of Kent attended an Open Day at Viking Recruitment’s Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) in Dover, supported by Kent County Council and the Careers and Enterprise Company. Taking place during Seafarers Awareness Week, the Open Day was an opportunity to showcase training and career opportunities within the Maritime Industry. Year 12 students from the Goodwin Academy in D... More
The sensational superyacht GIRAUD, a 40m luxury yacht that was built by the expert team at Admiral yachts has joined the bluewater charter fleet. With a total of 5 cabins, she can charter up to 12 guests operated by a professional crew of 9, ensuring the highest level of service. Explore the coast of the French or Italian Riviera , while soaking up the rays in the top deck jacuzzi or enjoy a variety of watersports with her wide selection of watertoys. She is available to charter in the breath... More
Luxury Yacht Group launches live, interactive department descriptions , complimenting the annually anticipated salary guidelines. By Emma Batchelder The salary guidelines are utilized by an array of industry professionals worldwide as a reliable benchmark for yacht crew salaries. This active data is taken from the thousands of live crew profiles who are placed on yachts by Luxury Yacht Group every year. New members joining the industry turn to the websites ‘Department Descriptions’ t... More
Is any course enough on its own? Liz Baugh, Medical Training Consultant from Red Square Medical, gives her views... My answer would be probably not. STCW First Aid and Medical Care courses are actually really well designed with all the essential topics covered and provide a good solid foundation, but once you return back on board the skill fade has already begun. After 4 or 5 weeks you feel confident, you can remember that to do Basic Life Support you need to push hard on the c... More
Bluewater Luxury Yachts Eisenberg Paris have joined forces in search of the 'new face' of beauty and yachting. COULD IT BE YOU? Post a video on Instagram telling us about your favourite summer beauty or health tip and include #BeautyofYachting to enter the competition. HINT: To increase your chances tag @bluewaterlife @eisenbergparis Winners will be flown to the glamorous town of St Tropez, where they will be the lead models in a professional photoshoot onbo... More
Now available for Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade boaters, the most comprehensive NASBLA -approved recreational safe boating course available. 20 April 2016, Fort Lauderdale, Florida: Safety awareness and education is vital for the South Florida community to prevent unnecessary accidents and tragedies. The mission at Bluewater Crew Training USA has always been to provide the highest level of training. With precedent-setting proficiencies in preparing a qualified, safe and professional mar... More
The Top Notch Table Top Competition is an event where stewardesses can showcase their creative talent in 7 different categories: Most Artistic Napkin Fold, Top Creative Centerpiece, Stylish Menu Design, Best Beverage Presentation, Luxe Interior , Outdoor Chic, and Tip of the Day. This is the 4th year of this ever-growing event, currently taking place at the Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Boat Shows in Florida. The competition began in 2014 and is organized by Cris Clifford of Aqua... More
You are invited the Bluewater USA Chef Competition with Yacht Chandlers and Cellars Fine Wine, Spirits Craft Beer! Guests are invited to savor and judge each delectable and creative signature canapé prepared by our Chef Competitors. After tasting each one, guests will vote for their favorite. Ballots will be counted onsite, and the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be announced! Chefs will compete for the most votes from the attending guests for the title of 'bluewater Master Chef ... More
In an effort to provide vital assistance to a growing issue around the world, The Maritime Skills Academy is proud to be able to offer Save the Children crew free STCW Marine Training. Crew members will be passing through the Maritime Skills Academy doors throughout the next month and undertaking the STCW 5 Part Basic Safety Training week to ensure safety and efficiency during all search and rescue procedures at sea. Save the Children’s search-and-rescue vessel saves lives at sea by resc... More
Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) brings Crew Security Training to Palma #POPUPPALMA Are you a Superyacht Crew Member? Are you in Palma? Do you need Designated Security Duties Course? If you answered YES to all these, then we can help you ... The Maritime Skills Academy will be showcasing its training courses in Palma. We are offering superyacht crew an exciting opportunity to update their portfolio of STCW courses with a complimentary one day MCA app... More
Viking is actively increasing our presence this winter along the Balearic coast with a Pop Up office based in Palma from 30 January to 10 March. For the week commencing Monday 6 February Rebecca Adams (Senior Yacht Recruitment Consultant), Katie Thornton (Yacht Recruitment Consultant) and Louise Hunter (Yacht Operations Coordinator) will be travelling from Palma to spend time visiting shipyards and yachts based in a number of key locations along the Balearic coast on the Spanish mainland. Vis... More
On Tuesday 15th November, The Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) proudly welcomed HRH Princess Royal to view the newly opened Marine Survival Complex and Fire Training Ground. On arrival HRH Princess Royal was welcomed by Dieter Jaenicke, Chairman Founder and his wife, Jill Jaenicke as well as the local civic dignitaries of Dover. She was then guided to the top floor of Viking Headquarters to meet Senior Management including Matthew Jaenicke, Managing Director, Mark Jaenicke, Recruitment HR... More
Nelson’s Dockyard Marina in English Harbour Falmouth Harbour will be hosting the 55th Antigua Charter Yacht Show. This years show has been extended to cover 6 days from Sunday 4th December to Saturday 10th December. This year all registered yachts will remain on the dock throughout the full 5 viewing days. The additional day is 'Day Sail' day, offering management companies an opportunity to invite visiting brokers to experience a 'micro-charter'. Viking Recruitment and The Maritime Skill... More
Fraser Yachts Announces Winner of Yacht Management Captain of the Year Award Sunday, 6th November, 2016, Fort Lauderdale Fraser Yachts, the world’s leading full service yachting company, is delighted to announce the winner of the second annual Yacht Management Captain of the Year Award. The award was presented at the Fraser Yachts Dockside Client Soirée on November 4th, held at the Fraser Yachts display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. For over fifteen years Fraser... More
Fort Lauderdale, Florida (October 18, 2016) - Culinary Convenience and Bluewater USA (formerly Crew Unlimited Yacht Charters) invite you to an evening of Canapés, cocktails and a chef competition. This event combines luxury charter yacht chefs and local gourmet restaurant chefs that will compete for the most votes from attending guests for a chance to win thousands in prizes! Who will be the FLIBS Surf n' Turf Top Chef? You be the Judge! The Surf n' Turf Chef Competition Tasting is host... More
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the "Yachting Capital of the World" will host the 57th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) on Thursday 3rd November to Monday 7th November. The show exhibits ranges from yacht builders and designers to exotic cars and brokerage yachts. A wide variety of boats will be on display including runabouts, sportfishers, high performance boats, centre consoles, cabin cruisers, flats boats, skiffs, express cruisers, sailing yachts, motor yachts, bowriders, catam... More
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As of Monday 19th September, the Crew Unlimited offices and the ICT training center, both in Fort Lauderdale, will now bear the bluewater brand, creating a fusion of three market leaders offering an unbeatable worldwide service and a database of over 100,000 crew. This will further enhance bluewater’s ONE Account - a unique training and recruitment solution offering yacht owners and yacht captains an annual subscription to the same live database from which bluewater's recruitment team work. T... More
Maritime Skills Academy is delighted to announce a partnership with MAST, combining their expertise to deliver a full suite of MCA accredited Helideck Safety Training courses. Specialists in global aviation, MAST provides aviation support and training services to clients across the Maritime industry. The exciting partnership welcomes the opportunity to provide a variety of brand new courses: MCA Helideck Procedures Emergency Response, MCA Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO), MCA Helicopt... More
Click here to understand what updating (refresher) training is needed depending on what CoC you hold. The IMO has mandated that Officers wishing to revalidate their STCW Certificate of Competency (CoC) after 1st January 2017 will need documentary evidence of completing the following STCW short courses within the previous FIVE years. Without these in-date certificates Officers will not be able to update their CoC. The courses are: Personal Survival Techniques (PST) Fire Pre... More
After the postponement of the much anticipated preview event in June, Maritime Skills Academy is excited to confirm the re-launch will now take place on September 8th 2016. Giving the maritime industry a view of what is on offer at the iconic, state-of-the-art training facility, the Academy, based at Whitfield, Dover, next to the Viking Headquarters, will bring a new high-tech Marine Survival Complex to the maritime sector. The new Complex, incorporating training and conference ... More
World Oceans Day was officially launched in 2003 and is now a global event occurring every year on 8th June. This initiative encourages people to help clean up our oceans and beaches, as well as promote the cause throughout the year. Crowds of people collaborate all over the world by setting up events, fundraising and doing their bit to help the environment. We need your help ! Bluewater is organising a beach clean-up in Antibes to support this fantastic initiative and we are inviting cr... More
