Yacht Management

The World’s First Probiotic Air, Surface, and Object Purifier

The only natural way to clean and purify your home or boatDue to the spread of coronavirus and respiratory infections, safe indoor air quality has become a major concern for consumers worldwide. This has become evident with the overwhelming increase in demand for residential air purifiers over the last month. According to a new report by Reports & Data, “The Air Purifier Market is projected to reach $21.69 billion by 2027”.Fresh Air Wave, a division of gamma-tech, is the exclusive representative of 'BetterAir US' for the marine industry.

New Hong Kong Superyacht Center

There's a new home for Superyacht care in Hong Kong, as China pins its hopes on a strong and growing maritime industry.Hong Kong Cruise and Yacht Industry Association (HKCYIA) has reached a partnership agreement with the China Merchants Industry Holdings Co. Ltd. for the establishment of the Hong Kong’s first Superyacht Management Services Center in Tsing Yi. Located at the Yiu Lian and Euroasia Dockyards, the center will provide supporting services for superyachts of over 45 meters…

FB Marine Group Acquires Shield Marine

FB Marine Group has announced the acquisition of yacht management and service company, Shield Marine. Combining forces enables the newly formed division, FB Shield Marine, to enter into new markets, benefit from economies of scale, grow their customer base and expand their workforce. Founded in 2010 by Matthew Hayes and Jeff West, Shield Marine provides personalized yacht management service related to the operational requirements of many yachts in South Florida and around the globe.

Yacht Manager Aquited of Manslaughter Charges

The director of a yacht management firm was cleared of manslaughter charges bought on by the death of four sailors in 2014.Four U.K. men – two in their twenties and two in their fifties – were killed when the 40-foot Cheeki Rafiki capsized in the Atlantic in May 2014 while returning across the Atlantic Ocean to Southampton from Antigua. The sailors’ bodies were never recovered.Yacht manager Doug Innes, who had been accused of failing to have the yacht properly checked ahead of its voyage and to ensure that its certification was in date for the intended trip…

RINA Custom Courses for Fraser Yachts

Fraser Yachts offers a full range of services covering purchasing, chartering, building or selling a yacht as well as complete yacht management and crew services. Employing over 150 yacht experts, its global operation offers a unique level of professional service for all aspects of the luxury yacht marketplace. RINA Academy offers comprehensive training specifically for yacht operators. In November, it organized a customized course, held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to meet specific in-house needs outlined by Fraser Yachts.

IYT’s Solution to Certification Fraud

Due to the continued increase of counterfeit marine certificates, International Yacht Training (IYT) recognized the need for real-time verification of qualifications and has incorporated a verification QR code into certificates. Scanning the QR code using a smart phone takes you directly to a secure server which verifies the student’s identity and IYT qualifications. Information regarding the school attended and instructor who taught the class is also available. In 2011 IYT began to develop an online school and student database and anticipated the need for more sophisticated security measures.

VesselVanguard Partners with Absolute Yachts

VesselVanguard, a marine maintenance management solution, announced a new partnership with Absolute North America who handles the distribution of renowned Italian luxury yacht manufacturer Absolute Yachts for the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. To simplify and streamline the work of yacht management, each new model from Absolute’s Sport Cruiser, Sport Yacht, Sport Line and Flybridge ranges of yachts sold in the United States will be fully provisioned with a VesselVanguard subscription. This will give Absolute owners access to a digital library of equipment manuals for their boat and all of its equipment…

Hines Named FYBA Charter Professional of the Year

International Yacht Collection (IYC) announce that Terry Hines, Charter Marketing Director, has been named as the Florida Yacht Brokers Association (FYBA) Charter Professional of the Year for 2013. The prestigious award is presented during FYBA’s Annual Dinner Gala (this year on 31 January) and is based on exacting criteria which includes setting a positive example for industry peers; demonstrating leadership qualities; contributing time and service to improve the industry and association…

VesselVanguard Partners with Kadey-Krogen

VesselVanguard, the popular cloud-based maintenance management service, announced today a new partnership with renowned trawler yacht manufacturer, Kadey-Krogen Yachts. Adding value for customers by simplifying and streamlining yacht management, each new Kadey-Krogen vessel sold will be fully provisioned with a one-year VesselVanguard subscription—featuring a digital library of equipment manuals, a customized maintenance and inspection calendar for all onboard systems, and powerful functionality to track and oversee all service tasks.

Vessel Vanguard Inks Agreement with Palm Beach Motor Yachts

VesselVanguard, the web-based subscription service that simplifies boat ownership, has announced  its partnership with award-winning pleasure boats builder, Palm Beach Motor Yachts. The company joins a growing list of twenty manufacturers that now provision all new boats with VesselVanguard, including Beneteau, Grand Banks, Hunt, Hargrave, Maritimo and Prestige, to name a few. Providing the ultimate yacht management platform to add value and simplify the ownership experience,…

IYC Brokers Sign Motor Yacht 'Kakawi' as Central Listing

IYC  announce that Mark Elliott & Philip Bell have signed the 97’ (29.57m) Marlow motoryacht KAKAWI as a new central listing. KAKAWI is one of the finest yachts on the market today. Here is the chance to own a beautiful, legendary Marlow that has less than 200 hours, can reach speeds to 30 knots and is available without the characteristic three-year lead time for a new build Marlow. Featuring matchless elegance both in exterior and interior spaces with all entertaining, epicurean and relaxation needs met…

Mark Elliott of IYC Signs Aghassi and First Draw

Both Yachts will be on Display at the Palm Beach Boat Show. IYC is pleased to announce that Mark Elliott has signed Aghassi and First Draw, both stunning Christensens, as new central listings. The listings are co-centrals with Cambridge Yacht Group and both illustrate the remarkable first quarter for the yacht management firm and Elliott’s remarkable reputation. Location: Ft. Aghassi is an exquisite example of Christensen’s workmanship in fiberglass. She is both elegantly appointed by Paola Smith and with new MTU 8V 4000 M60 engines and a cruising range of 4…

Yacht Management Program for NE U.S. Owners

Becket & Company, a full-service yacht management firm, launches custom in-water yacht management programs for northeast yacht owners. Becket and Company is expanding their management packages to offer a new custom tailored, in-season yacht management package to their clients in the northeast for the 2013 season. Expanding on their Yachtsman, Enthusiast and Concierge packages, Becket and Company delivers a safe and relaxing experience each time a client steps aboard their boat. Clients can choose from a variety of yacht maintenance services from cosmetic detailing…

IYC Sells Motoryacht 'Dividend'

IYC have negotiated the sale of the motoryacht constructed in 1998 by West Bay SonShip. IYC announce that Frank Grzeszczak and Frank Grzeszczak Jr. have sold Dividend.The yacht was listed with Whit Kirtland, CPYB with Bradford Marine Yacht Sales, representing the seller. The 84 ft (25.6 m( Dividend was built in 1998 to accommodates eight guests in four double staterooms each with en suite head and shower. She is  a semi-raised West Bay SonShip pilothouse motoryacht with a partially covered walk around promenade deck. These builders are known for blending old-world craftsmanship with modern joinery techniques while equipping yachts with current…

A USV Franchise Grows Strong in Abu Dhabi

As the evolution and integration of robotics in maritime vehicles continues to reshape missions and capabilities inland, near-shore and at sea, Maritime Reporter & Engineering News last month was on hand in Abu Dhabi for the unveiling of a new Unmanned Surface Vessel family. If it delivers as designed, it will revolutionize marine robotic vehicle applications for both military and commercial purposes. Robert J. Murphy is certainly no stranger to the world of autonomous robotic marine vehicles, having worked in the field for more than a quarter of a century, dating to the mid-1980s.

IYC Sells Superyacht 'Top Times'

Frank Grzeszczak and Frank Grzeszczak Jr. of International Yacht Collection (IYC) have made the sale. The 113 ft (34.47m) yacht is a beautifully crafted and spectacular Burger, the yacht builder’s first expedition yacht and its first full displacement hull in the company's modern day history. Every cubic inch of her represents classic yachting with bold expedition features complemented by a contemporary interior. Her full-displacement hull is ideal for comfortable passages and economical fuel consumption.

Two Named 2012 IYC Yacht, Charter Brokers of the Year

International Yacht Collection (IYC) is pleased to announce that Mark Elliott and Barbara Stork Landeweer are the company’s 2012 Yacht and Charter Brokers of Year respectively. Based on their extraordinary contributions to their clients and IYC, both helped families and friends enjoy ownership and destination travel and facilitated IYC’s hold on market share in the global superyacht economy. Notably, this is Barbara’s second consecutive year as IYC Charter Broker of the Year and Mark’s sixth time being so honored. “I congratulate Barbara and Mark on their exceptional performance during 2012,” says Bob Saxon, IYC President.

US Yachtbuilder Delivers Hinckley® Talaria 55 Motor Yacht

Becket & Company, yacht management firm, represented the owners during the construction of the luxury motor yacht. Tupelo Honey successfully enjoyed her maiden voyage to Newport earlier this Fall. Built by Hinckley’s expert Maine craftsman for very knowledgable owners already members of the Hinckley® family, she features design elements completely unique to any other yacht in her class. Interfacing with Hinckley’s project manager, Matthew Swartz, Becket & Company advocated on the owner’s behalf throughout the build, documenting the process and streamlining communication with the client, their naval architecture and audio visual consultants,.

Charter Yacht 'Zoom Zoom Zoom' Sold

International Yacht Connection IYC sells the Trinity yacht to Gilman Yachts but it will remain in IYC's charter fleet. Zoom Zoom Zoom is an MCA compliant aluminum tri-deck motoryacht. At the time she was delivered she was the fastest yacht of her size (she can run effortlessly at 23 knots); she still out performs yachts currently entering the market. Zoom Zoom Zoom has a rich history having been awarded the Best Boat of 2005 by Showboats International and Winner of the Best Semi-Displacement Motoryacht 40m+ Award at the Showboats Awards in 2006.