Nautilus Recovers More Than £2.75 Million For Crew In New Record

In 2022, Nautilus International recovered a record amount of unpaid wages and benefits for members in the yacht sector, more than £2.75 million.

This figure exceeds the total achieved by the yacht and legal departments for 2020 and 2021. There were recoveries of £943,000 by Nautilus for the year 2021, which was the largest recovery by the Union at the time, and £720,000 in 2020.


Union members – who must remain anonymous due to the sensitive nature of their work and non-disclosure agreements – have expressed satisfaction with their service. A service stewardess on a Cayman-flagged vessel in the Med said:

‘Thanks for getting involved [Nautilus], as I am the only person onboard who has received salary for November. If you hadn’t intervened, I’d still be waiting!”

Derek Byrne, head of the Union’s yacht sector stated: “We are proud to have helped so many of our members receive the pay that they have earned, but which had been denied to them before our intervention.”

Byrne continued:

“Maritime professionals work hard and deserve to be paid their wages on time and in full. Unfortunately, this is not always the case in the yacht sector. The figure we have achieved in 2022 should remind those working on yachts that Nautilus membership is an essential safeguard against non-payment of wages, or other poor treatment by employers.”


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Significant growth in the number of members working in the superyacht sector over the past year is reflected in the 2022 figure. Recognised by the International Labour Organization, Nautilus International is the global trade union for the yacht sector.

The increase in recovered wages can also be attributed to several cases of non-payment involving members working onboard Russian-owned yachts, which have been affected by ongoing sanctions due to the war in Ukraine.

“2022 was a difficult year for many in the sector.” Mr Byrne noted. “It goes to show that global events can and will impact seafarers in unexpected ways. However, Nautilus International stands ready to assist our members in any way we can.”


To Learn More About Nautilus, Visit Their Website.



Taylor Made Designs Sets Up First TradeHub In Europe

Since its inception 30 years ago, Taylor Made Designs has been based in the South Coast of England, now the company is streamlining their supply to Europe with a hub in Amsterdam in order to continue building upon their relationships with European clients.

Ed Taylor of Taylor Made Designs with his recycling program


“Let’s face it, Brexit, and coming out of the European Union, has not been good for UK-based businesses wanting to export into Europe” – Ed Taylor of Taylor Made Designs

Taylor Made Designs provide uniforms, workwear, and merchandise to a significant customer base in the superyacht, hospitality and leisure industries, as well as expanding into the Cruise Line Industry in recent years.

Speaking of the companies decision to set up a TradeHub in Europe, Ed Taylor, Managing Director states:

“Delivering into Europe, via our TradeHub in Amsterdam, Netherlands, will remove any unwanted stresses and paperwork for our valuable clients. As though we were physically based in mainland Europe, having EU VAT status, this move allows us to deliver directly to our clients, DDP (Delivered Duties Paid). A simple, smooth transition through Europe. Of course, we will also continue to deliver under T1 status where necessary.”


Read More: The Best UK Events For Superyacht Guests 2023


Mr Taylor continues:

“We recognise that most of our client base is here in the UK, however, especially since the pandemic, a lot of our international clients have called for us to set up a more streamlined European distribution process to facilitate multiple European requirements.  We have our eye on other TradeHub facilities across the EU including France, Germany, Spain and Italy.”

It has been important for Taylor Made Designs to make this move in order to build on existing relationships and develop future partnerships with clients and operators.


For further information, reach out to TMD by emailing hello@taylormadedesigns.co.uk or +44 1202 473311.




MGMT: The Best UK Events For Superyacht Guests In 2023

2022 saw the most Superyachts visiting the UK since the London Olympics in 2012, and 2023 is set to continue attracting more vessels to the British Isles with an exciting itinerary of events on the horizon for guests to attend. MGMT Yacht – The UK’s leading Superyacht agency have complied a list of the best UK events For Superyacht Guests in 2023 to ensure you don’t miss any opportunity to wow your guests whilst visiting the UK this year.

M/Y Kismet in London - UK Superyacht visitors


1. The Elite London Marine Showcase

19th – 20th May
Wycombe Air Park, Buckinghamshire

The Elite London Marine Showcase is an excellent example of a UK event for superyacht guests in 2023

A must-visit for those with a keen interest in water crafts, The Marine Showcase hosts some of the best brands in British boat building and displays carefully selected models with cutting-edge technology. For tickets and further information, contact info@mgmtyacht.com.


2. British Grand Prix

Friday 30th June, Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd July
Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, UK

2023 British Grand Prix UK event for yacht guests 2023

The British Grand Prix is full of exhilarating races, food, drinks, live music, and activities for the whole family, making for an unforgettable day at Silverstone. Silverstone has hosted British Grand Prix since the very first F1 race in 1950. It’s the home to the infamous Manswell Mania and past guests have even been witness to Lewis Hamilton’s crowd-surfing, practicably unmissable!


3. The Championships, Wimbledon

3rd – 16th July 2023
All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, Church Road, London, UK

Wimbledon- The 2022 Gentlemen's Singles Champion Novak Djokovic, 2023 is set to be an unmissable UK event for superyacht guests

The most iconic tournament in tennis. At the famous grass courts of All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, lucky attendees can watch tense matches and enjoy Pimms and Strawberries, alongside some celeb spotting. Summertime in Britain could hardly be more idyllic, one of the most desirable UK events for Superyacht guests visiting the UK this year.


4. Goodwood festival of speed

  • 13th – 16th July 2023
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, UK

Goodwood festival of speed is one of the UK events for superyacht guests in 2023

Goodwood Festival of Speed returns in spectacular style this year with a range of classic and modern racing cars, electric vehicles and futuristic technologies on display. This is the UK’s most lavish celebration of car culture, a must for motor car enthusiasts.


5. The Open Championship 2023

  • 16th – 23rd July
  • Royal Liverpool, Wirral, England

Guests that love golf won’t want to miss the 151st Open Championship, returning to the Royal Liverpool Golf Club in 2023. The world’s oldest and most popular golf event will be played for the 151st time at Hoylake on the west coast of England where world-class players compete for the title of Champion Golfer of the Year.

Guests can soak up the atmosphere with various different options of food and accommodation packages available, contact MGMT for more info.


Read More: The Most Exciting Superyacht Crew Competition To Date


6. Edinburgh International Summer Festival

  • August 2023

Edinburgh

Edinburgh is one of the world’s leading festival cities, hosting an array of different experiences to meet everyones taste. The Edinburgh International Festival brings Edinburgh’s theatre venues to life with the very best music, theatre, opera and dance from around the globe.


7. London Fashion Week

  • 17th – 21st February
  • 10th – 12th June
  • 15th – 19th September

London Fashion week

London Fashion week is an iconic event that attracts celebrities and fashion fanatics from across the globe.  It’s currently run as a digital-first festival, with a limited number of invitation-only and RSVP required in- person events. Although most events are invite- only, there is a full schedule of activities in London during the shows, bringing an atmosphere to the city that is perfect for fashion-focused yacht guests.

To discover the events happening in the capital during Fashion Week, contact MGMT.


8. The Grand National

  • 13th April- 15 April 2023
  • Liverpool, England

The most famous horse racing event in the world, The Randox Grand National takes place every year at the Aintree Racecourse in Merseyside. The worldwide event is the biggest in horse racing, attracting around 600 million viewers on television with more than 150,000 spectators enjoying the live action over the course of three days. The event consistently delivers exciting spectacles, an amazing atmosphere and an opportunity for friendly competition.


9. UCI Cycling world Championships

  • 3rd – 13th August 2023
  • Glasgow, Scotland

The UCI World Championship in Glasgow is a display of road, track, mountain bikes, BMX racing and more in one event. The Glentress forest will be the home of the event, located in the breathtaking Tweed Valley. This year’s event is expected to attract more than a million spectators, and an anticipated global television audience of one billion. In addition, the 2023 UCI Cycling Championships will welcome more than 8,000 amateur and elite cyclists from more than 120 different countries. 


10. FA Cup Final

  • 3rd June, 2023
  • Wembley Stadium, London

FA Cup Final - The Best UK Events For Superyacht Guests In 2023

The 2023 FA Cup is the 142nd edition of the oldest football tournament in the world. The sporting event brings together the whole of the United Kingdom, with fans gathering to celebrate at world famous Wembley Stadium in London. Sure to create an electric atmosphere, this is one of the unmissable UK events for superyacht guests this year. 


11. Round Island Race

  • Saturday 1st July 2023
  • The Isle of Wight, South coast of England

The Isle of Wight, South coast of Englands Round Island Race

An annual one-day yacht race, Round the Island Race is steeped in history, organised by the Island Sailing Club. The event attracts around 15,000 sailors each year and around 1500 boats. It is one of the most inclusive and largest sporting events in the UK, with not only professional sailors participating, but families and first time sailors taking place too.


For more information on the best UK events for Superyacht guests in 2023, as well as, information on MGMT’s bespoke guest packages, itinerary planning and yacht support services, contact info@mgmtyacht.com




Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina Offers Unique In-Slip Fuelling

Several new features and amenities have already been unveiled by the Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina, including a poolside bar and grill, a pharmacy, a wine and liquor store, a crew-friendly pool, a gym, and a Captain’s lounge. In addition to the marina’s top-tier service offerings, it also offers services such as an in-house concierge and customs and immigration clearance on-site. The in-slip fuelling feature is a first for the Bahamas and is sure to invite large yachts to the area.

Hurricane Hole Marine In-Slip fuelling


A Unique Convenience For Large Yachts

A total rebuild and expansion has made Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina bigger and better than ever. This includes a first-of-its-kind amenity in The Bahamas that caters to large yachts.

During the world-class redesign of Hurricane Hole on Paradise Island, the deep-water marina added in-slip fuelling as an added convenience for boats and yachts – a first for the Bahamas.

The state-of-the-art amenity for boat owners and crews is possible only due to the foresight and intricate engineering work that went into Hurricane Hole’s redevelopment, which has one remarkable feature for those who own or rent a slip at Hurricane Hole: vessels can be fuelled right where they are docked.


Cutting-Edge Infrastructure

As a first step, a 2-inch line was installed, which was connected to 10 sump boxes around Hurricane Hole that act as fuel points. Transport trucks can fill the line at a centralised pump and filter station, because of this cutting-edge infrastructure, and then distribute fuel to the desired point around the entire marina.

Unlike most fuel docks, which can only accommodate one or two big boats and can take hours to fill, at Hurricane Hole, captains don’t have to monitor the delivery of fuel or wait in line behind other yachts.

David Kosoy, Executive Chairman and Founder of Sterling Global Financial Limited, the development’s owner and developer, said it’s a first-of-its-kind feature for a marina in The Bahamas that will make the facility even better for the yachting community.

“The new Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina has the distinction of being an outstanding Bahamas marina, and this amenity only bolsters its premier status,” Kosoy said. “In-slip fuelling offers unparalleled convenience and yet another reason why Hurricane Hole is the only place to be for yachts of all sizes.”


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Waypoint – Marine Uniform & Yacht Crew Clothing Supplier In The UAE, Launched

Waypoint – Yacht Crew Clothing, Technical Sailing Gear & Superyacht Chandlery In The UAE

Waypoint is the brainchild of marine gurus – right here in the UAE. The founders of this business realised that there is a niche market and demand for high-end, technical marine clothes and yacht crew clothing – serving the public and the yachting industry in the Middle East.  

Waypoint - Superyacht Crew Clothing in the UAE

This crew clothing outlet is situated at the beautiful Port Rashid, Marina Cubes. Nestled on the yacht basin with fresh sea air and seagulls calling. The shop is stocked with the finest marine clothing from world renowned brands – Musto, DuBarry  and Marinepool. According to Waypoint: “The range of yacht crew clothing stocked at the store is comprehensive.”

Sailing crew will be able to purchase specialist dingy and laser sailing gear, as well as yacht crew clothing. Plus, Goretex wet weather gear and jackets for the keen racing-sailor that braves the deep ocean & stormy scenarios.  

“Waypoint is an extension of our current service offering to the ever so popular marine industry.”  – Captain Mike Fetton (Managing Director).

Waypoint is run on marine expertise and experience that stretches over 15 years in the Middle East – delivering bespoke yachting services to the Superyacht industry.  The UAE-based team welcomes the public and marine enthusiasts in the UAE and across the Middle East to visit the newly opened crew clothing store and get in touch via one of their online platforms (@WaypointUAE

“We are pleased to announce that we’re ready to serve you and look forward to meeting you all.” – Hilda Allin – Brand & retail manager of
Waypoint.

  • Mobile/WhatsApp: +971 50 875 2735 
  • Shop 17 & 18 Marina Cubes 
  • Location – Port Rashid, Dubai

 


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Marina Port Vell Becomes Preferred Marina For America’s Cup 2024

America’s Cup and Marina Port Vell Barcelona have signed a partnership that makes Port Vell the preferred marina for Superyachts visiting Barcelona during the regatta in 2024…
Marina Port Vell is the official location for America's Cup 2024


The marina will be the preferred location for superyachts visiting Barcelona during the America’s Cup in 2024.

Collaborating in the development of the America’s Cup Superyacht Program (ACSY) are ACE Barcelona, the America’s Cup official organisers, and BWA Yachting, who are the official Superyacht services partners for the 37th edition of the event.

During the months of the competition, the marina will be act as a hotspot for the event, hosting dozens of superyachts visiting Barcelona for the Cup.

Marina Port Vell will offer front-row enjoyment of the regatta alongside VIP experiences, they state that: “We will be offering a unique and memorable experience to customers, appointing a dedicated team solely focused on providing high value-added services and plans to multiply its resources to meet the expected high demand, generating a positive economic impact for the local community and multiple special social occasions for everyone to enjoy.”


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Grant Dalton, CEO of ACE Barcelona and Emirates Team New Zealand stated:

From the start of our discussions with Barcelona and Catalunya as the potential host venue for the America’s Cup event, we have been very impressed by the extent and quality of marinas, ports and facilities that can be offered to visiting yachts. Marina Port Vell is unique in its position in Port Vell, so close to the City Centre and next to the Team Bases for the America’s Cup event so we are very pleased with this partnership. We have no doubt that visiting Superyachts will have an incredible experience at this world class marina.”

Marina Port Vell will also sell America’s Cup merchandising at its facilities, creating a commercial space for customers to shop. More than 40 boats and superyachts have already reserved moorings to attend the sporting event.

The marina’s valuable contribution to the city and its surroundings is highlighted by this agreement, reinforcing Barcelona’s international reputation as a superyacht hub in the Mediterranean.


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New Guidelines On Piracy Issued & 6 Tips To Prevent Attack

An advisory notice has been issued with new guidelines for yachts regarding piracy and safety abroad. Those considering a passage through the Gulf of Aden, Yemeni and Somali waters should read this update

Guidelines On Piracy

This is the fifth notice World Sailing (formerly ISAF) has published on this subject and is based on notes from MSCHOA (Maritime Security Centre – Horn of Africa). Read on to discover the most recent guidelines on preventing Pirate attacks when cruising…


Vessels that are travelling through the relevant areas are advised to read the notes prepared by MSCHOA which are as follows:

  • Although the number of successful pirate attacks on merchant shipping in the area greatly reduced, the danger of piracy and consequent loss of life and property in the GoA (Gulf of Aden), Yemeni and Somali waters (up to 750 miles offshore) is high. Yachts are strongly recommended to avoid the area.
  • Greater use of firearms in recent months indicates an increase in aggression and risk to all mariners in the area.

The security assessment of EUNAVFOR, MSCHOA and UKMTO concludes that:

  • The threat remains unchanged in terms of the freedom of movement of Pirate Action Groups (PAG’s) in the wider Indian The area of high risk remains.
  • The reduction in the number of successful attacks is explained by greater deployment of Private Armed Security Contractors (PASCs) on Merchant Shipping and increased disruptions by Naval Forces.
  • The greater deployment of PASCs increases the threat to yachts. If ships become harder to capture then the PAG’s may well turn to more vulnerable targets such as yachts.

Danger of Piracy – a guideline for crew and yachts undertaking a passage through the Gulf of Aden, Yemeni and Somali waters.

“These notes are published in co-operation with the MSCHOA (Maritime Security Centre – Horn of Africa) set up by EU NAVFOR ATALANTA and UKMTO (UK Maritime Trade Organization). The notes are for guidance only and a final decision on whether to enter the Gulf of Aden or any waters where pirates operate and how to conduct a vessel in those waters remains entirely the responsibility of the master of each vessel. All vessels entering the area do so at their own risk”

1 – Threat

“The danger of piracy and consequent loss of life and property in the GoA (Gulf of Aden), Yemeni and Somali waters (up to 750 miles offshore), is high. Yachts are strongly recommended to avoid the area. The conclusions of current Threat Assessment reports state that the Somali-based pirate networks and their affiliates retain both the intent and capability to conduct acts of piracy.”

“Yachts which are slow and low are extremely vulnerable from opportunistic attacks, hijackings or armed robbery. The general security situation in the High Risk Area (HRA) remains unstable. Many coastal areas of Yemen are subject to maritime military operations conducted by the Saudi led coalition. Vessels that enter Yemeni Territorial Waters can expect to be hailed and challenged by coalition warships.”


2 – Registration 

“MSCHOA liaises with anti-piracy patrols being conducted by warships from several nations in the area, and UKMTO coordinates the management of all merchant ship and yachts in the area. The patrols operate mainly in the Gulf of Aden and the Somali Basin but may operate anywhere within the area and will provide surveillance and support as far as possible to yachts. However no guarantee whatever can be offered as to the safe transit of any yacht through these waters, and no dedicated escort can be expected.”

“A yacht which, despite the risks described, decides to make a passage should advise her plans with as much notice as possible1 to UKMTO and MSCHOA and provide the information set out in the attached Yacht Vessel Movement Form, preferably by email but alternatively by telephone”

  • UKMTO (UK Maritime Trade Organization) (Royal Navy) email: info@ukmto.org. Tel: +44 2392 222065 (General Enquiries)
  • MSCHOA (EUNAVFOR Maritime Security Center – Horn of Africa) email: postmaster@mschoa.org. Tel: +33 298 220 220 / + 33 298 220 170
  • US-flagged vessels may wish to contact NCAGS (Naval Cooperation and Guidance for Shipping) (US Navy) Bahrain email: ncags_bw@me.navy.mil. Tel+ 973 1785 1023 (Helplines)

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3 – Attack patterns

“Pirates operate from very small craft, which limits their operation to moderate weather conditions. While no statistics exist, it is likely to be difficult to operate these small craft in sea states 3 and above, though operation in higher sea states cannot be ruled out. Pirates are less likely to launch attacks in the dark, and merchant ships try to pass through the area between 47E and 49E in the IRTC during the hours of darkness for this reason.”

“In a typical pirate attack small, high speed (up to 25knot) open boats deploy from a mother ship, often a pirated fishing vessel, or commonly two or more of these small high speed open boats are used in attacks, often approaching from either quarter of the intended target.”


4 – Preparations

“A vessel considering entering the area is recommended to carry UK Admiralty Anti-Piracy Planning Chart – Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea.During her passage a yacht should monitor VHF 16 and VHF 8 and report by the means and at the intervals advised by UKMTO, or by a patrolling warship.”

“Carriage of arms is not advised. There is a serious risk of escalation of the levels of violence.”

“In the Somali Basin or further afield where there are fewer warships, an AIS transponder should be switched off unless the yacht is either aware of military forces in their vicinity or is under attack.”

“Ensure that all systems (in particular the engine) are in good shape, radios and sat phones are working properly, that you have plenty of fuel and the ship’s batteries are in good shape. Be prepared to motor or motor-sail at your maximum speed for the entire transit of the IRTC. Carry additional supplies (particularly water purification, medical supplies and vitamin supplements) in the event that you are unfortunate enough to be pirated.”

Bear in mind:

  • Split up money into different caches.
  • Keep electronic copies of your passport etc. on yahoo- or google-type accounts with spurious names – if your original papers are lost you can access the copies from any police station or internet café.
  • Consider carrying only copies (not originals) of essential documents on the boat.
  • Consider having two passports (a legitimate exercise for e.g. business travellers).
  • Wear a cheap watch.
  • Have an old mobile phone.
  • Keep only old (out of date) credit cards in your wallet.
  • (If ashore) wear only such clothing that you can afford to lose.
  • Advise your next of kin if you are going into a dangerous area so they are prepared to deal with matters if the worst happens – they should know in advance which authorities to talk to.
  • Thorough mental preparation is essential – think through all the scenarios. Continuous vigilance and an early call to the authorities if in doubt, is recommended as the arrival of military units (by sea or air) or a VHF call to a warship (even if you cannot see a warship) may cause an impending attack to be called If you can delay the pirates from boarding by even 15 minutes, it may give the warships time to react. 

5 – Under Attack

“If under attack a ‘mayday’ call should be made using VHF or HF DSC, VHF 16 or VHF 8, Sat-C or any other means. Also, please contact UKMTO by telephone and pass your last known position.”

“Report immediately to UKMTO by telephone if possible on +44 (0) 2392 222060 (24 hours watch) – please make sure you know your position. If possible, the call to UKMTO should be followed by a call to MSCHOA, and NCAGS Bahrain (who focus on US-flagged vessels).”


6 – Pirates On Board

“Stay calm – attackers are likely to be excitable and nervous – you will think more clearly and your conduct may also calm them – do not make sudden movements. Stay together as far as it is practicable to do so. Offer no resistance. Cooperate with the pirates.”

“Do not use firearms, even if available – the risk of escalation is significant. Do not use flares or other pyrotechnics as weapons against pirates.”

“Do not use flash photography, which may be mistaken for muzzle flashes by the pirates or by any military force sent to assist.”

“In the event that military personnel take action on board the vessel, unless otherwise directed all crew members should keep low to the deck, cover their head with both hands (always ensuring that both hands are empty and visible). Be prepared to answer questions on identity and status as military personnel will need to differentiate quickly between crew and pirates.”


Summary

In the High Risk Area, international naval forces continue to suppress piracy activity. In spite of this, recent incidents remind us that piracy still persists. Maritime criminals target yacht crews very often. In the event that the crew is captured, they may be subjected to brutal treatment as captives, therefore guidelines must be followed carefully. To read more on this subject, visit


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Top Yacht Agents In The Caribbean

It might be a life-altering experience to travel to the world’s best ports by Superyacht, but it takes a truly excellent yacht agent to make it a trip you’ll never forget. With this in mind, we thought it worth taking a deep dive into the top yacht agents in the Caribbean – all managed by the highly-dependable Association of Yacht Support Services (AYSS).

With offices spread across the globe, AYSS has been providing yacht services to captains and crew ever since 1991, and with 71 dedicated Superyacht agents spread across the world, they can make sure that you are linked seamlessly from one destination to another, meaning you’ll never be far from professional help and a friendly face.

Recognising how important it is that support is in place at each of its destinations, AYSS agents offer vessels and crew the guidance and support needed to take advantage of everything that a country has to offer. Whether you need help with the essential day-to-day requirements of your Superyacht, assistance with visas, cruising permits, and port control requirements; suggestions for wonderful sights and places to discover; or even recommendations for the best local culinary delights – AYSS yacht agents cover it all!


Discover The Top Yacht Agents In The Caribbean

1. BVI – SHORE SIDE YACHT SERVICES LTD

Shore Side Yacht Services
Located behind Village Cay Marina in Road Town, Tortola, close to the shops, marine services, and banks, Shoreside Yacht Services are specialists in assisting charter and private yachts during their visits to the British Virgin Islands. Shoreside Yacht Support Services was founded in 2003 by Francis David, who has lived and worked in the BVI for 36 years. They are a member of the AYSS association and qualify as one of the top yacht agents in the Caribbean.

Yacht support services include:

  • Clearance Procedures
  • BVI Visas
  • Duty-Free Fuel
  • Yacht Food Provisioning
  • Banking Services

2. ST VINCENT & THE GRENADINES – ERIKAS YACHT SERVICES

Yacht Agents in the St Vincent and The Grenadines

Erika’s Yacht Agents is the premier yacht agent in St Vincent & the Grenadines. With years of experience in the yachting industry, Heather Grant & her team will look after all your needs – even before you arrive you will benefit from their itinerary and clearance advice. As a yacht agent in the Caribbean specialising in larger, crewed yachts, both private and charter, they offer a fully comprehensive range of services, handled by a well-trained and experienced team.

Yacht support services include:

  • Yacht Agency Services
  • Yacht Provisioning
  • Concierge Services
  • Travel Services
  • Day Sails

3. ST MAARTEN – DOCKSIDE MANAGEMENT

Dockside Managemen yacht agents in St Maarten

Dockside Management was founded in 1990 and has since become one of the world’s most reputable yacht support agencies. They are well known for providing prompt, dependable service, attention to detail, integrity, and 24-hour availability to many private yachts and charter yachts in the Caribbean.

I have been using Dockside Management in St Maarten for over 20 years and they continue to provide exceptional service and ‘make things happen’ – the benchmark against which I judge others, worldwide” – Captain of a 97m megayacht.

Yacht support services include:

  • Immigration and customs clearance
  • Banking
  • Berthing
  • Fuel bunkering parts procurement
  • Inbound and outbound shipping and container movements

READ MORE: AYSS Membership: What’s The Benefits For Superyacht Agents?


4. ST MAARTEN – BWA YACHTING

BWA Yachting - St Maarten

The headquarters for BWA Caribbean is also located in St. Maarten, where BWA Yachting St Maarten was established in 2009Located right on the water in Simpson Bay, BWA yacht agents are in the ideal spot for easy provisions collection by tender. However, BWA can also deliver anywhere in St Maarten, St Barths, or Anguilla.

Yacht support services include:

  • Immigration and clearances (including electronic clearances in St Barths and Anguilla)
  • Secured APA delivery
  • Bunkering,
  • Freight handling
  • Part sourcing and all concierge and VIP services

5. DOMINICA– COBRA TOURS & YACHT SERVICES

Superyacht Agents in the Dominican Republic

Cobra yacht agency services have been providing award-winning support to vessels making a stop at “The Nature Island,”…Dominica since 1989. Cobra Tours, an established AYSS member, can proudly say that they have been providing vessels with Superyacht agency services for 33 years.

Yacht support services include:

  • Port clearances
  • Fuel bunkering
  • Provisioning
  • Entertainment
  • Yacht registration (Saint Lucia and Dominica jurisdictions)

6. ANTIGUA – ANCHOR CONCIERGE

Anchor Concierge Superyacht Agents in Antigua

Anchor Concierge is a one-stop agency catering to all the needs of today’s high-pressure yachting industry with offices at both Falmouth Harbour Marina and Antigua Yacht Club Marina. Being one of the top yacht agents in the Caribbean, they’ve built an excellent reputation for delivering exceptional yacht support services for vessels of all sizes.

Yacht support services include:

  • Pre­‐arrival notifications and meet and greet assistance with dockage 24/7
  • Full arrival and departure procedures, Customs, Immigration and Port Authority
  • Agents for National Marine Suppliers, Complete Marine Freight, Deckers Uniforms, Neko Yacht Supply, DHL, Digicel, Roaming Expert, Peters and May.
  • Full Concierge Services including VIP airport transfers, limousine service, taxi service, and car rentals
  • Berth reservation and duty-free bunkering

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Crew & Concierge Launch Onshore Recruitment With Shoreside

Crew & Concierge welcomes the announcement of a new division of the company that will recruit personnel for shoreside positions with Shoreside.

The company will provide a full-service recruitment resource for the superyacht industry, sourcing naval architects and designers, interior designers, project managers, yacht managers, pilots and engineers.


The Shoreside database will draw on an international pool of expertise across the superyacht industry as well as industry professionals who are already shore-based to provide crew that are seeking shore-based positions access to more opportunities.

“We’ve been entrusted by our clients to recruit crew for their superyachts and private residences for over 15 years, and we are delighted to now be working with some of the most highly regarded names in yachting to help grow their office, design, and corporate teams. Our comprehension of various industry roles means that we’re able to recruit for more complex on-shore positions – roles that require a distinct skill set and experience that goes beyond the norm.”

– Sara Duncan, Founder and Managing Director of Crew & Concierge and Shoreside.

Sara Duncan of Crew & Concierge and Shoreside
Sara Duncan of Crew & Concierge and Shoreside


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Shoreside promises to utilise its international database of qualified and highly experienced individuals to its full potential, claiming that: “This will help the industry to better retain knowledge and expertise, and offer better career progression”.

Shoreside recruits staff for charter and brokerage houses, office-based and administrative jobs, marketing teams, bookkeeping departments, and accountancy teams.

A reputation for professionalism, efficiency, and effectiveness in recruiting skilled personnel for specialised roles on shore and at sea has made Crew & Concierge the go-to team for international marine industry recruitment.


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Social Media Marketing Trends For 2023

There have been a lot of challenges for marketers in recent years. During this time, budgets were slashed, and companies were told to do more with less. As we move away from the pandemic’s shadow, we’re seeing budgets start to recover-and social media spending is following closely. Even the most skeptical executives are becoming more confident that social media is an effective way to increase return on investment (ROI), especially in the Superyacht Industry. With this confidence in 2023, we should see marketers get more strategic even on platforms that seem determined to make that impossible. We explore some current trends in social media marketing and what you can expect to see more of  in 2023. 

M/Y Gladiator Instagram Account - Social Media Marketing Trends For 2023

5 Superyacht Social Media Marketing Trends For 2023

Paid social ads

As marketers spend more on organic social content creation. Facebook has placed organic content at a disadvantage in recent years and this doesn’t look like it’ll be changing in 2023. Due to the lack of organic reach, many businesses will increase their ad spending to combat this problem. As a result, competitors may feel pressured to follow suit in order to take back market share. If you’ve noticed there’s been a decline in engagement in 2022 that may still be the case into the new year. You’d be well served to brush up on your advertising skills or enlist a professional’s assistance to look into running a paid ad to target those captains, engineers and crew.

Metrics 

It’s possible to find out if you’re meeting your objectives and goals through social media metrics. In order to fully understand your social ROI next year, you need to track the right metrics. You should begin by focusing on the few metrics that will help you build your business case and tell the right story. You don’t have to remember to check your reports. Set up automated reports that send you a copy via email every month to make sure you’re keeping up with the important numbers. We understand the yachting industry can be very fast-paced, however, it’s imperative what you’re targeting and pushing on your social media is right for your business.

Need help getting started? Speak to our client relationship manager, Darren Andrews, and find out if social media management is right for your business at darren@superyachtcontent.com

Social media platforms

In recent years we have found out just how critical social media is for businesses. However, 2023 will be about being strategic about which ones work for your yachting business and who you’re making content for on each platform. TikTok is a booming platform where people are more interested in being entertained than educated – and that’s something you need to take into consideration when approaching a platform with 43% of its audience being 18-24. You won’t be able to target captains on this platform, but a crew recruitment agency or training school could be a big hit with Gen Z. 


READ MORE: What the yachting industry needs to know about social media


Collaborations

This is not a new concept and with the rise of influencer marketing in the superyacht industry. It is becoming essential to have user-generated content. In organic marketing, this tool is used to cultivate strong relationships between a brand and its customers, which boosts their sense of trust in the brand.

As networks become decentralised the future of social media will hold power in the hands of the consumer. Therefore it is essential to boost customer engagement in 2023 by designing dedicated UGC campaigns that reward and inspire your clients and customers. With the amazing growth of content creation in the yachting industry in the past years, 2023 will be the time to make the most of the vast amount of yachting content created every day. 

Human approach

In 2023, brands will introduce a more human approach to social media. Two strategies will manifest from this, and the smartest brands will combine both, integrating UGC while rethinking brand content.

As more traditional brands latch onto the potential of communication on social media and look for more authenticity we will see content creation that features content from captains and crew, especially those with a strong following. We expect to see a trend of more brands taking advantage of social media’s more casual environment, which is preferred by users at the moment. By becoming more interactive and responsive, brands will have a more conversational tone and present a more personable face. Rather than the polished appearance we’re used to in the yachting industry, we will see content that reveals more about the company’s inner workings.

A brand’s reputation in the industry can reach new heights when they build deeper connections with its audience and build more authentic relationships.


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Quay Crew Partner With CrewPass

Effective immediately, Quay Crew has partnered with CrewPass to include detailed criminal background checks for crew and yachting professionals as a standard in their recruitment process.

CrewPass background checks


It will be possible for owners, yachts, management companies, and the wider yachting sector to have successful candidates go through the comprehensive selection process at no additional cost to them. Several recruitment agencies have already integrated CrewPass, enabling candidates to gain ‘approved status’ and distinguish themselves from competitors. The partnership with Quay Crew, however, includes the service as part of the standard recruitment fee.

As a result, clients could save £199 per candidate on the current cost of processing checks through CrewPass.

With CrewPass, criminal background checks, ID verification, and certification validity checks are conducted on individuals, resulting in an approved certification lasting two years. Unchecked candidates will also benefit from this partnership, since they can proactively sign up for £9.99 a month.


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‘Going That Extra Mile’

Tim Clarke, co-founder and Director at Quay Crew, said: “The safety of yacht owners, their families and guests has always been of paramount importance, but as the yachting sector and its recruitment and referencing processes mature, a growing number of yachts are now requiring full criminal background checks of crew”

“We’ve always followed a stringent referencing and document validity process, but this added level of due diligence offered in partnership with CrewPass goes that extra mile”

Clarke added: “When yachts put it into perspective, background-checking staff is an excellent way of protecting vulnerable groups onboard with whom crew interact on a one-to-one basis, such as High Net Worth individuals and children. Simple reference checks are not sufficient to fully comprehend a candidate’s suitability or history.

“Even on land, employers should feel confident that they are doing everything to ensure the safety of their business, existing employees and clients/customers.”

Quay Crew Head Tim Clarke On CrewPass
Tim Clarke of Quay Crew


UHNW benefit

Conrad Empson, Managing Director of CrewPass, added: “Yachting is, by its very nature, an international and fluid industry, with people frequently moving around the world. This can make it fairly easy to take on new identities, leaving entire lives behind, with no straightforward global protocol to follow for background checks.

“With the average Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) individual having a net worth in excess of $30m, they are often targets of crime. And following Covid, many have sought the isolation, solitude and freedom that owning a superyacht can offer, which is why there has been such a flurry of build and brokerage activity.”

“It’s therefore paramount to ensure those yacht owners, and anyone operating in the industry, are afforded the top level of security from the people who work with and for them.”


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IGY Blue Haven Marina In Turks & Caicos Islands Open After Refurbishment

Launch of IGY Blue Haven Marina in Turks & Caicos Sets the Stage for a Thrilling Winter Superyacht Season

IGY Blue Haven Marina In Turks & Caicos Islands Open After Refurbishment At the end of December 2022, Blue Haven Marina, Turks and Caicos an IGY destination, announced the completion of its comprehensive refurbishment at a launch event with over 100 VIP guests and government dignitaries. Complete with a Champagne tower and an array of delicacies, superyachts provided the perfect backdrop to celebrate the grand re-opening of this popular winter destination, which now boasts 87 slips, dedicated berthing for vessels up to 73m/200ft, and an incoming channel recently maintenance dredged to 3.6m/12ft (MLW). Leading the team on the ground in Turks and Caicos, Marina Manger Bruce Walker is a South African national and a seasoned hospitality professional. With over 30 years’ experience managing top hotels and resorts around the world, including The Royal Cape Yacht Club in Cape Town, Bruce is multilingual and customer-focused, with excellent knowledge of the islands and wider region.


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IGY Blue Haven Marina in Turks & Caicos 

A Unique Caribbean Yachting Destination

‘Beautiful by Nature’, Blue Haven Marina is conveniently located on the northeastern point of Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos Islands of the British West Indies. Part of an archipelago consisting of eight main islands and a further 100 named islands and cays, Providenciales is also home to the third largest barrier reef in the world as well as Grace Bay beach, which has consistently been voted ‘Best Beach in the World’.

Marina services built around owners, captains & crew

Now fully operational and led by Marina Manager Bruce Walker, a South African national, Blue Haven Marina is now firmly on the map as a top destination for winter cruising. Committed to meeting the highest demands of owners, captains and crew, the marina offers in- slip high speed fueling (diesel), petrol and diesel fueling docks, electricity (metered power supply up to 3 phase 400Amp), potable water, sewage pump out, waste collection, dedicated crew quarters, excellent WiFi, CCTV and 24-hour security. Visiting yachts also have access to marina pilotage, on-site concierge, customs and immigration, chandlery, dry cleaning, ice delivery, storage, provisioning, a grocery store, deli and coffee shop. Both a marina and a resort – Further enhancing Blue Haven Marina’s appeal is a special program giving marina guests access to the amenities offered at two world famous Turks and Caicos Collection resorts, one of which is immediately adjacent to the property. Yacht owners, captains and crew can enjoy an array of dining options, a spa, entertainment, shopping, and a range of local tours, ensuring a truly exclusive experience on the island.

Dockage – book early to avoid disappointment!

A popular cruising destination for transiting yachts, Blue Haven Marina is now taking reservations and encourages early booking in view of growing demand. The whole team looks forward to welcoming returning guests and new visitors this season, as we build on our outstanding reputation as an IGY destination.


About IGY Blue Haven Marina In Turks & Caicos Islands

A secure facility with a private gated entrance, the marina houses a total of 87 slips – 50 in the front marina and 37 in the canal – with dedicated berthing for vessels up to 73m (200ft) For further information or to reserve a slip, please visit: https://www.igymarinas.com/marinas/blue-haven-marina/

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