West Nautical is delighted to confirm the successful sale of NEW EDGE , the striking 28-metre Sunseeker 95, where she was listed for €5,400,000 EX VAT. Representing the seller, Geoff Moore of West Nautical worked in collaboration with David Westwood of TWW Yachts, who represented the buyer. “New Edge has been a truly special yacht to represent, both as a sales and charter central agent. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the captain and crew for their professionalism and suppor... More
Discover more about Sarah Diggle Whitlock, West Nautical’s ‘Captains and Head of Department (HODs) Specialist’. From diving with great white sharks to shaping superyacht careers, Sarah’s journey into the maritime world is anything but ordinary. Here, she shares her story, insights and inspirations from her years in the industry. 1. What did you enjoy at school and what did you want to be when you grew up? Sarah always had a flair for creativity and connection: “At school I enjoyed Eng... More
Imagine yourself on board M/Y Orion, showing off her elegant exterior and stylish design. With the utmost attention to detail and beautiful finishes, Orion is an amazing yacht to call your own. About M/Y Orion: The 24.6m motor yacht Orion was built by Van der Valk in the Netherlands, as a customised ‘Continental Two’ model with a flybridge hard top and widened beam. She is presented for sale in immaculate condition following an extensive technical refit in early 2023, followed most r... More
Step aboard Omnia in her stunning new imagery and video, beautifully showcasing her bright, airy, and elegantly spacious accommodation. Get in touch today to secure your dates for an unforgettable summer in the South of France or Italy! About M/Y Omnia: Welcome on-board motor yacht Omnia, 23.90m Pearl Yachts. Built in 2018 she is modern, contemporary, and perfect for groups of up to six guests looking to make the most of the Mediterranean in elegance and comfort. With exterior des... More
Blending timeless craftsmanship with a sporty exterior and thrilling performance with a top speed of 32-34 knots, Elton II offers an exceptional setting for cruising the Mediterranean coastline. Refitted in 2021 and 2022, this 23m motoryacht is in immaculate condition, offering comfortable accommodation for up to seven guests. Her sleek exterior is complemented by a hardtop and retractable sunroof, creating a bright, airy atmosphere that blends indoor and outdoor living. Stepping... More
Seriously for sale with a motivated owner, bring your offers for motoryacht New Edge , Sunseeker 95, now with an even better asking price – down €500,000 from €5,900,000 to €5,400,000. Located in Tivat, Montenegro, she has a proven successful charter record throughout the Mediterranean and has been meticulously maintained, with a refit in 2023. With the same captain since build, she is a fantastic turn-key option for prospective buyers and is fully ready for viewings. ABOUT ... More
West Nautical introduce another CA to the market – M/Y Omnia , 23.9m Pearl Yachts – cruising the South of France and Italy. Welcome to our fleet! Welcome on board motoryacht Omnia , 23.90m Pearl Yachts. Built in 2018 she is modern, contemporary and perfect for groups of up to six guests looking to make the most of the Mediterranean in elegance and comfort. With exterior design by Bill Dixon, the deck areas of Omnia are impressive for her length and provide an exceptional vantage po... More
Built in 2025 and brand new to the charter market, discover the best of Oman in unbeatable comfort, with a world-class local crew to guide you through this astonishing region. The ultimate destination for culture, gastronomy and world-renowned dive sites. Why Oman: · Amazing dive sites and marine life – The waters of the Gulf of Oman offer some outstanding diving spots, guests can enjoy night dives, wreck dives and coral reefs! Spot dolphins from the sun deck, kayak in the spa... More
Ex-chief stew, Sarah Diggle Whitlock, to head up West Nautical’s external crew recruitment department Sarah has worked in the fast-paced world of yachting for over 25 years, securing her first chief stewardess position after just three months in the industry. Fast forward 10 years, and Sarah has completed eight Atlantic crossings and worked on board some of the world’s most prestigious motor and sailing yachts, both private and charter. Following her time at sea, Sarah moved ashore t... More
M/Y Ami, Sanlorenzo SX112 was previously listed for €12,500,000 and has now been reduced to €11,950,000. An unparalleled blend of modern luxury and state-of-the-art technology, AMI is presented in immaculate condition and represents a turn-key investment ready for immediate enjoyment, now at an even better price. ABOUT AMI Delivered in August 2023 with over €1,000,000 in upgrades, AMI embodies contemporary design and cutting-edge technology. Part of the award winning SX range, she ... More
West Nautical, the Superyacht Specialists, are thrilled to announce that they will be joining forces with Albatross Golf Holidays as sponsors for two amazing golf tournaments in Scotland and Dubai in 2025. Gleneagles Pairs 2025, the first golf event, is taking place on Sunday 30 and Monday 31 March at Gleneagles in Scotland, set in the stunning Perthshire countryside. Gleneagles is a world-renowned golf resort and hotel, with three of the top golf courses in Scotland and recently hosted... More
West Nautical are thrilled to announce the addition of M/Y Almissa, a 2017 40m Brodotrogir, to our charter fleet Embark on the ultimate Adriatic escape aboard 40m motor yacht Almissa, a contemporary vessel designed for unforgettable group getaways. With accommodation for up to 40 guests, Almissa is perfect for corporate retreats, family reunions, or milestone celebrations. Built in 2017 by Brodotrogir, she boasts modern navigation systems and luxurious amenities to ensure a seamless an... More
Making the Ocean Safer: West Nautical’s Superyacht Captain’s Command and Control Course An annual event in West Nautical’s busy calendar, every October superyacht captains from all over the world fly to Newcastle upon Tyne to attend the company’s world-renowned Captain’s Command and Control Course. While the luxurious world of yachting is more typically associated with the South of France or Bahamas, the course has put Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields Marine School firmly on t... More
West Nautical celebrate CEO Andrey Lomakin’s 25 years in the superyacht industry, West Nautical UK 10-year anniversary plus a new office opening in Monaco at the start of 2025 There has been a lot to celebrate at West Nautical in 2024 including our West Nautical group CEO Andrey Lomakin accomplishing his 25-year anniversary in the superyacht industry, two new offices opening in Dubai and Monaco as well as the UK company celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Andrey started his yachtin... More
West Nautical are proud to add a new sales CA to our fleet: M/Y Ami , a Sanlorenzo SX112, which was delivered in 2023. West Nautical will be presenting M/Y Ami at both the Monaco Yacht Show and the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival from 10 – 15 September where M/Y Anmax , award winning Sanlorenzo SP110, will also be available for viewings with West Nautical. These gorgeous yachts will be located in Port Canto in the brokerage area. M/Y Ami has as asking price of €12,500,000. ... More
The yachting market in Dubai has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, attracting yacht enthusiasts from around the world, making this the perfect location for West Nautical to expand into. The office is located in the prestigious area of Business Bay, which was strategically chosen to strengthen their position as a leading player in the yachting industry. Located in the heart of Dubai’s commercial district, the new office offers a prime location for all of the companies’ ope... More
West Nautical is a full-service superyacht company providing services including sales, charter, yacht and project management and crew recruitment. While the head offices are located in Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK, they also have international offices and colleagues located in France, Italy, Cyprus, the Balearics, Dubai and South Africa, and they aren’t stopping there. Under the company umbrella there are now three brands, with West Nautical being the company focusing on brokerage servic... More
IDEA partners with YACHTNEEDS to strengthen its yacht management capabilities 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
Join us for a basic demo of Pinpoint Works to bring your team together on one simple worklist management platform. 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
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
Some yacht owners fall into a category known as UK resident, non-UK domiciled individuals. More
Malta is well positioned in the central Mediterranean for yachts transiting east or west More
C ha rt e r i n g a yacht is one of the best ways to become acquainted with superyachting. For prospective owners, it can also be an attractive way to realise their yacht-owning ambitions with commercial charters allowing them to offset a portion of the r unn i n g costs. It can also help keep the yacht and her crew active during periods of reduced owner use. N eve rt he l ess , owning a charter yacht must be considered as a business in itself. Gone are the days of... More
O n the 28 t h Feb r u a r y 2019 Malta published Guidelines that mark the introduction of a new Malta Yacht Leasing Model. The model is also a consequence of the action by the EU Commission started on the 8 t h M a r c h 2018 against Malta. The EU Commission and Malta thereafter agreed on measuring the actual use and enjoyment of the yacht in the EU and non-EU waters, thereby allowing the lessor in a leasing agreement to benefit from the “use enjoyment” principle provid... 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
Pinpoint Works is holding its next live webinar this Friday, December 11th at 3:00pm CEST, 2:00pm BST, 9:00am EDT. Join Stuart as he dives into new features, including new custom fields, @mentions, and selecting full areas on the GA. Help you, your colleagues and your crew work more efficiently and communicate more clearly with Pinpoint Works by: - Improving your internal workflow. - Standardizing task reporting processes onboard. - Better communication between departments. - Cr... 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
James Stockdale, founder and CEO of Pinpoint Works, has always been a motivated and ambitious individual. It's no surprise in an industry that has given him endless opportunities, he’s continually finding ways to improve himself, the crew with whom he works, and the way yachting professionals around the world communicate. The last few years, James has been wearing two hats: super yacht Captain and entrepreneur. While it hasn’t been easy, the journey has helped build a strong team bo... More
Pinpoint Works is holding its next live webinar this Friday, May 15th at 3:30pm CEST, 2:30pm BST, 9:30am EDT. Join Stuart as he dives into new features and an improved layout to help you, your colleagues and your crew work more efficiently and communicate more clearly. Pinpoint Works can help you: - Improve your internal workflow. - Standardise task reporting processes onboard. - Work better between departments. - Create customised reports quickly. ... And much more. In this t... More
Almost a year into joining Pinpoint Works, Stuart Boyd reflects on how his varied professional experience led him to be working with one of the most exciting software companies in the industry. With 12 years of experience as crew with a Chief Mate 3000GT license, Stuart Boyd, known as Stu, made the jump to land in 2016 to start a family. Building on his professional yacht crew experience, his first land-based position was with the well-known Pinmar Refinishing (Global Yachting Group) i... More
We had a great turnout for our first webinar... So, we've decided to do it again this Friday, April 17th, at 3:30CET. Covid-19 has pressed the pause button on many activites and events within the yachting industry and beyond. But that doesn't mean there's nothing to do. Improvements can always be made and now is a great time to streamline communications between crew, management, contractors, shipyards, surveyors and more before the hectic schedules start up again. If you're unfamilia... More
Do you have a bit of time to get organised? The global uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 has put a halt to many plans in the marine industry. If you find yourself with some free time this Friday, April 3rd, come join Stuart for our very first Pinpoint Works live webinar. We're taking this opportunity to connect with you, answer your questions and show you how to get more out of Pinpoint Works - the work list and project management platform helping yachting professionals work s... More
Evolution Yachting has announced that the business has taken the next step in its aggressive global expansion programme with the opening of offices in four new countries, Albania, Croatia, Sardinia and Turkey, in addition to Evolution Yachting’s seven other regional facilities across Europe. The agreements with the stakeholders were negotiated and executed over the last four months. The addition of the four new offices follows the news of Evolution Yachting’s rebrand (ex Acquera Y... More
We are thrilled to announce that we have renamed the company, and with immediate effect are now called Evolution Yachting. With the change of name, we also have developed a brand-new visual identity and we really hope you love it just as much as we do. With its distinctive graphics, our staff and vehicles won’t be hard to spot out on the docks! The new branding and company name is just one more milestone for our Group. Following the acquisition of the company last year by Acquera Yachti... More
The team at Pinpoint Works recently released an update to their iOS mobile app allowing their users to now work see their work list points in both the list view and the site plan (or GA, general arrangement) view. Previously, users could only see their work points in list view. This new functionality allows for a broader range of usability and ease of accessing the information, both off and on board. According to the company’s founder, James Stockdale, this new functionality was inspir... More
Earlier this month, the team at Pinpoint Works spent three days at the Marine Equipment Trade Show, METS, in Amsterdam on the Wrede Consulting stand in the Superyacht Pavilion. This was the second year in a row Wrede invited the Pinpoint Works team to exhibit at their stand as a technical partner. Wrede Consulting, one of the most successful and recognized paint consultants in the yachting industry, have been using Pinpoint Works for their paint surveys for the last year and a half. A big... More
November 8th, 2017 - EYOS Expeditions is proud to have supported the filming of the BBC’s Blue Planet II in Antarctica. Filmed during the austral summer of 2016/17, the acclaimed series premiered on BBC One on October 29th and continues for the next six weeks. EYOS Expeditions’ ice pilots, Expedition Leader Martin Enckell, and additional EYOS staff were thrilled to have the opportunity to work with the award-winning BBC team. Together, they provided support and assistance with per... 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
Last week, the team at Pinpoint Works spent three days during the Monaco Yacht Show at La Rascasse with ACREW Yachting giving demos, meeting with existing users and signing up new clients to the Pinpoint Works program. One of dozens of collaborators, they had a prime spot on the brasserie terrace taking full advantage of the foot traffic brought in by a full schedule of events by ACREW for captains, crew, and other industry professionals. “This was the second year we teamed up with Abi M... More
Pinpoint Works, the app that turns your vessel’s general arrangement (GA) into an interactive worklist, is teaming up with ACREW Yachting for the second year in a row for the Monaco Yacht Show. This year, along with dozens of other collaborators, Pinpoint Works will have a spot at the legendary brasserie at Port Hercules to give demos and meet clients from September 27-29th from 9.30-17.00. ACREW is known throughout the industry for offering free professional development events for yacht... More
Quinton International to Reveal Exciting New Things at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show Yacht ownership and management specialists, Quinton International, are pleased to announce that they will be once again attending the prestigious Monaco Yacht Show later this month and are looking forward to the reveal and launch of some exciting new projects. Team Quinton will be led by Chief Strategic Officer, Morris Hazell, at this year’s show who will be joined by John Corteen, Jodie Beecroft,... More
Pinpoint Works' new dashboard aimed at clients who manage multiple yachts Last week, Pinpoint Works released their dashboard feature allowing users who manage one or more yachts an overview of their site. New features are often based on user feedback and the dashboard was created for clients including management companies, independent contractors and shipyards who require snapshots of data from their various accounts and sites. Envisioned by long-term yacht crew member James Stockdale,... 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
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
Pinpoint Works updates its work list app with advanced functionality based on user feedback. The team at Pinpoint Works has released a new round of features to their work list communication platform including custom fields, advanced filtering, bulk changes to points, and offline functionality for their web app. In addition, the original functionality of the platform remains unchanged, but with a more user-friendly interface, particularly for users with multiple sites. After just a yea... 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
For over a year, Wrede Consulting have been a strong supporter of Pinpoint Works, using it on some of the largest super yachts currently in build. Wrede Consulting, one of the most established paint surveying companies in the super yacht industry, has seen the benefits of Pinpoint Works since it started trialing the software over a year ago. Although the startup was presented to the yachting scene officially last September at the Monaco Yacht Show, the team at Wrede Consulting have been a... More
The Isle of Man Aircraft Registry (“IOMAR”) has been recently named Best Global Aviation Registry in World Commerce Review Magazine’s 2017 awards. More
The Corporate Jet Investor Conference is one of the flagship events in the business aviation calendar. This year’s conference was held over two days and included presentations, panel events and networking sessions for the 200 or so industry professional attendees. After an interesting and engaging two days of learning, debating and networking the conference closed with the Dealmakers Dinner. The whole conference was hosted at the prestigious Landmark Hotel in London, which was a befitting ... More
In previous years when taxing a vessel, there has been much confusion regarding the interpretation of the wording; ‘ships designed to navigate on high seas’ . In other words, is taxation of said vessel based on the intended purpose, or is it based on how the ship is used? This year the Italian government has planted their flag in the sand, and using the international law of the seas’ (article 3) it has ruled that the definition refers to areas of water which are 12 nautical miles from the... More
Abacus Yachts will be attending the 5th Opportunities in Superyachts conference, a one day event being held at the Grand Hotel Excelsior, Valletta, Malta on 23 February 2017. As in previous editions, this year’s conference will focus on the key issues of concern to leaders in the superyacht industry. Moving from finance to insurance, from tax to corporate ownership and brokerage, discussing superyacht chartering, marinas, regulation, safety and security, the conference will once again brin... More
Abacus Aviation is pleased to announce its attendance at the annual Opportunities in Business Jets Conference which will take place on the 22 February 2017 at the Grand Hotel Excelsior, Valletta, Malta. The conference, which is being organised in conjunction with Quaynote Communications, will provide an excellent opportunity to meet and discuss current issues within the business aviation industry. Now in its 5th year, Opportunities in Business Jets will once again bring senior aviation exe... More
Retention of title (or “ROT”) clauses are designed to operate so that, if a buyer does not pay for the goods it receives, then it has to return them. So far so good, but what happens if the goods cannot be returned? What if a buyer has taken delivery of a supplier’s goods and then, before payment is made or falls due, sells them on? This issue is of particular relevance in the context of superyacht refit/repair projects. Suppliers are aware that certain yards are finding market conditions ... More
One of the most established conferences in the superyacht calendar took place in Amsterdam from 14 – 16 November 2016. The event attracted industry professionals such as shipyards, brokers, service providers, captains, designers, financiers and buyers to take part in workshops, conferences and networking, all under one roof. This focus of skills and energy from the leaders in their fields continues to constantly take the industry forward by providing quality products and services to the mo... 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
Main Raise Yachting was born from the experience of over 15 years in the marine industry, the love for the sea and our passion for yachts. We are the gateway to the world of yachting and want you to be a part of our trip. Our main objective is to be trusted by operators yacht owners and provide a number of services to meet our customers needs with a higher standard. We stand for reliability, professional service and timely delivery of our services. We know how important it is for the owner of... More
The curtain has closed on the 2016 Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). On display were over 120 superyachts along with more than 500 exhibitors from the superyacht industry in a warm and sunny Port Hercules in Monaco. The Isle of Man Ship Registry together with the Isle of Man Superyacht Forum exhibited at the event again this year, hosting a reception on the stand during the first evening. As a member of the Superyacht Forum, Abacus Trust Company, along with a handful of others, sponsored the Isl... More
Well known yacht-support agency Seal Superyachts is delighted to announce the opening of their newest office - located in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. This news follows on from the announcements earlier this year of their other new offices located in New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji, and French Polynesia, as well as the opening of their first Australian office in Queensland last month. Seen as strategically important in the company's objective of providing seamless Superyacht Agency Support se... More
Local fiduciary and fund services specialist group, Abacus, are pleased to announce their attendance at the Global Superyacht Forum 2016 (‘GSF’). Now one of the largest and most important meetings for business leaders in the Superyacht industry, GFS is to be held in Amsterdam from 14-16 November 2016. The annual event organised by Superyacht Events brings together over 500 industry leaders to analyse and explore the current status of the Superyacht arena. It will provide focussed discus... More
New worklist app debuts its services via live demos at MYS 2016 with positive feedback and many prospects for the growing startup. After a very busy few days last week at La Rascasse with ACREW, the team at Pinpoint Works is flying high. With dozens of demos given during the Monaco Yacht Show, interest in the SaaS (Software as a Service) product has spiked and the company is looking forward to turning the interest into new users. Fairly new on the yachting tech scene, Pinpoint Works i... More
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
After 3 years of development, Pinpoint Works introduces its web and mobile apps, offering a much needed revamp of the traditional worklist. Pinpoint Works provides an alternative solution to outdated Excel spreadsheets and back-and-forth emails. Using web and mobile apps, Pinpoint Works turns your General Arrangement (GA) into a live, interactive worklist. Current clients have been using it successfully for new builds, warranty periods, paint surveys, refits and general day-to-day main... More
Abacus Yachts will be attending the 26th annual Monaco Yacht Show to be held at Port Hercules, Monaco, from 28 September to 1 October 2016. Abacus will be available to discuss the benefits of using the Isle of Man or Malta over other yachting jurisdictions for the purpose of yacht ownership and registration. The Monaco Yacht Show is a must-attend event for all private yacht owners, prospective yacht buyers and decision-makers from leading companies in the yachting and luxury asset sectors.... More
Representatives from Quinton will highlight the importance of carefully structured ownership and effective yacht management at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show. Professional services firm, Quinton, with offices in Malta and the Isle of Man, will be exhibiting at the prestigious Monaco Yacht Show this September where they will be highlighting the importance of establishing effective and carefully managed ownership structures for private and corporate vessels and explaining how using the ... More
Seal Superyachts opens Australian office on the Gold Coast Following on from their expansion earlier this year into the southern Pacific Ocean - Yacht Support Agency SEAL Superyachts are delighted to announce their first ever foray 'Down Under'. In an agreement this week between Seal Superyachts, and the Gold Coast City Marina (GCCM) in Queensland, Australia - the move will see a new Seal Superyachts location to serve the East Coast of Australia. Adam Frost, Managin... More
PRESS RELEASE: Phuket, Thailand, 1st September 2016 Seal Superyachts is delighted to announce their partnership with Infinite Luxury and hosts Kata Rocks for this first "KRSR", to be held at the start of the Thailand charter season. Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous, 10th to 12th December 2016 An exclusive, hand-picked guest list will include Superyacht Captains and owners, yachting industry professionals, Villa owners and select media invitees. The KRSR is a three-day invi... More
A yacht expresses your personality. It is a lifestyle mirror. It must be able to offer an unforgettable experience to you and your family. When cleaving the water or when anchored in a bay, its details will make it recognisable, giving you an amazing experience. As a yacht is a significant investment made up of time, effort and money; placing it in a carefully structured entity can offer a number of benefits, and a range of superior quality services. A yacht means freedom, being able to le... More
The 6th annual Isle of Man Aviation Conference took place at the Isle of Man’s prestigious Villa Marina on Thursday 23 June 2016. The conference was attended by approximately 140 aviation professionals from the Isle of Man, UK, Europe, USA and Russia. The attendees enjoyed a day of lively debate and talks on such topics as; an update on the Isle of Man Aircraft Registry, VAT and Customs issues, ownership solutions using the Isle of Man, Part NCC and Regulation. Trust Manager, John-Micha... More
AeroPodium will present the 5th Annual Mediterranean Business Aviation Summit on 30 June 2016 in Malta, supported by MBAA – Malta Business Aviation Association. The platform for manufacturers and operators as well as any organization interested in the Mediterranean market will explore all aspects affecting the future of this industry. It will be an interesting opportunity to debate the future of this Industry, learn about the latest developments and network with leading experts in the regi... More
The Greek parliament has approved a 1% hike in VAT, effective from 1 June. This increase will see the standard rate of VAT go from 23% to 24%. The rise is expected to generate between €400m and €500m, and will help meet a gap in the 2017-18 budget forecast. It will also help avoid a potential VAT rise in domestic electricity, water and private education Financial analysts have warned that the VAT increase is likely to have a depressing effect on the Greek economy as it will negatively affe... More
Papeete, Tahiti…June 20, 2016-- Asia Pacific Superyachts long time Tahiti resident and genial French Polynesia yacht support specialist, Etienne Boutin, opened up about why after 25 years he continues to be so enthused about superyachts coming to Tahiti. Q. Why are you in the yacht/ superyachting service business today - after so many years? A. I started servicing yachts in Tahiti 25 years ago and have seen all sorts of beautiful yachts since then, including the largest, tallest and pr... More
Phuket, Thailand…June 16, 2016--Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) in Phuket is proud to announce co-founder of APS Phuket, Jojo, is a new member of the Board of Directors of the of Thailand. TMBA represents all aspects of the marine and yachting industry, including tour operators, boat manufacturers, and marine yachting publishers. The association is presently comprised of more than thirty member companies of both Thai and foreign ownership. Jojo has worked for many years with integrity ... More
Client Services Manager, Samantha Snow from our Malta office, represented Abacus at the Malta Institute of Management Annual Yacht and Superyacht Symposium, held in Malta on 9 June, which is now in its second year. The purpose of the symposium was to highlight and discuss the strengths of the Maltese superyacht market, how the industry benefits the local economy and to explore the industries growth potential, threats and weaknesses. The symposium was attended and addressed by prominent ... More
Abacus Aviation will be attending the 6th annual Isle of Man Aviation Conference on Thursday 23 June 2016, with the aim to promote the benefits of using the Isle of Man over other aviation jurisdictions for the purpose of aircraft ownership and registration. The Isle of Man Aviation Conference is a must-attend for all business aviation industry professionals directly involved in the operation, regulation, financing and ownership of global business jets, and a show case for the Isle of Man ... More
The Malta Institute of Management will organise on 9th June the MIM Yacht Super Yacht Symposium in Malta. Focused on the maritime sector, the symposium will offer a complete overview of the recent challenges and developments in the Industry. As an active member in the European Management Association, the Malta Institute of Management was founded in Malta in 1964 and has long been a pioneer in the management development field in the Island. It runs a wide range of management education and... 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
The European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) is the premier annual event for business aviation and this was the second year that Abacus Aviation exhibited at this prestigious event. Over 450 exhibitors represented over 40 countries and visitors to the event represented more than 100 countries. The static display featured a wide range of 60 aircraft on the tarmac of Geneva International Airport adjacent to the main arena for exhibitors, the Palexpo. The total footprint o... More
Bali, Indonesia…May 27, 2016— Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia has reported an amazing 50% reduction in the costs of bringing a yacht to Indonesia. This follows sweeping law changes made to the framework of the Yacht Clearance Process by the Indonesian Government earlier this year. "APS was heavily involved in an advisory capacity to the Government of Indonesia throughout the process to streamline clearances," reports Operations Manager Thomas Taatjes. "But we didn't really know how... More
Yacht Manager Shaun Moore from West Nautical gives us a fantastic insight into Yacht Helicopter Operations. I’d like to open this case study with a quote from a Pilot I worked with The decision on whether a helideck is to be privately or commercially certified is a long, arduous process that stems all the way from the design phase. Often, a fully compliant deck takes priority over aesthetics, as it is difficult to meet HCA (Helicopter Certifying Agency) safety standards and maintain t... More
Whether for corporate, pleasure or commercial use, an aircraft is a significant investment made up of time, effort and money. Abacus Aviation can assist with the diverse requirements essential for effective ownership, planning and operation of an aircraft, our tax efficient ownership structures are tailored to each client’s individual needs and requirements. Abacus is one of the longest established and reputable service providers on the Isle of Man, our group has established a track rec... More
A yacht is a significant investment consisting of time, effort and money: placing it in a carefully structured ownership entity can offer a number of benefits, including potential tax and VAT savings. The decision on where to register your yacht will be driven by where and when you intend to use your vessel. Selecting the right jurisdiction is imperative and with so many registers available, each offering different opportunities, the decision can often be difficult and confusing. The Is... More
West Nautical is fast becoming a key player in the established Yacht Brokerage and Management sector. The company’s next move has been to bring in James’ wide industry experience to develop and grow a new culture and strategic direction within West Nautical. This will enable the company to build on a new sales and charter model that fits better with today’s Clients. In a career spanning nearly 30 years, introducing people to sailing and the sea - from one of the youngest Superyacht Captai... More
The Isle of Man Superyacht Forum exhibited at the London Yacht Jet and Prestige Car Show for the second year running at Old Billingsgate, London from 4-6 May 2016. This was the shows second year and it was clear that it had grown in stature as an event with more quality exhibitors and visitors. London is a key element of any wealthy individuals’, and their families’, lifestyle and calendar, therefore a show of this nature is befitting of the city’s allure. London is also the leading financ... More
Port Blair, India…April 31, 2016--Superyacht sailing and cruising in the Andaman Islands provides some fantastic deep sea fishing and marine life adventures as chronicled during a recent sailing and fishing trip planned by R. Rathnam of Asia Pacific Superyachts Andaman Islands. Reporting on a great weekend fishing and sailing adventure setting forth from Port Blair, Rathnam notes the growing sport of superyacht deep sea fishing across the globe, though mostly famous in western countries, ... More
Having recently attended the Superyacht Fiscal management meeting in Barcelona it was quite apparent from the conversations and discussions around me that there is still a huge amount of uncertainty around the tax and legal rules relating to chartering activities in Spain. Based on my observations it seems that one of the biggest difficulties people face when determining what rules are applicable is that there still exists different rules for each region in Spain. By this I mean that rules... More
Samantha (Sam) Snow will be representing Abacus Yachts at the Superyacht Fiscal 2016, an important conference on the yachting industry calendar, being held in Barcelona, Spain on 26 April. Superyacht Fiscal is a highly focused one-day conference where delegates explore key topics and subjects that directly affect the management and operation of superyachts. Aimed at industry experts, the event will focus on a range of tax, law, insurance, safety, security, communications, regulations and f... More
Abacus will be attending the 2nd London Yacht, Jet Prestige Car Show, being held at Old Billingsgate and St Katharine Docks in the City of London on 4-6 May 2016. The event, which made its debut last year, is an exclusive event and the only London event of its type, where the world’s top companies involved with superyachts, prestige cars, private jets, helicopters and designer and luxury goods will be giving all that attend an enjoyable insight into this exclusive world. With an in-wa... More
West Nautical are pleased to announce their launch of a bespoke Crew Welfare Insurance cover underwritten by Lloyds of London in partnership with ZIS Ltd. The bespoke crew cover has been worked on between West Nautical and ZIS Ltd to be a very comprehensive policy including personal accident, weekly benefit payments, medical expenses, repatriation expenses , crew replacement costs and travel insurance. The policy, which meets all Maritime Labour Convention requirements, operates 24 hours a ... More
It might be that I am just getting old (no comments please!) but having recently attended a number of yachting related conferences where there was much talk about Brexit and how it might affect the industry, all I could think was…. In times gone, I remember when we had duty-free at airports (even for EU travel), how EU legislation didn’t really impact our daily life in the UK and how borders were still borders. We seemed to get along OK then so what are the difficulties posed by Brexit now? ... More
