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CONTENTS features 14

Style And Substance Popular entrepeneur James Caan on relaxing and taking time away from the business world

Jack Of All Trades The ever changing and pivotal role of the ship agent

Setting Sail Olympic sailing hopefuls Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson talk exclusively to On Board

Lets Face It Networking has always been important in the superyacht industry and is essential for those crew seeking work

Clean Sweep Keeping yachts tip-top and spotless inside and out

Providing The Answers An in-depth look at provisioning, and a look at the latest trends and requests facing provisioners

Mad Cowes Cowes Week continues to hold its reputation as one of the greatest shows on earth

Fuel For Thought Michael Howorth looks at the do’s and don’ts of loading fuel oil on board a superyacht

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Salty Sea Dog Michael Howorth says that now’s the time to call a spade a spade

Up Fronts Tips,people, advice and myths

In My Opinion MCA’s Head of Sefarer Services and Ship Registry Roger Towner on how the large yacht industry can be encouraged

New Launch Frances and Michael Howorth review Benetti’s 100th fiberglass yacht, Checkmate

Table Talk On board recommends he top tables in Porto Cervo, Sardinia plus all the latest food trends

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64 The Corker Wine guru Jamie Goode looks at the wonderful wines of Bordeaux 72 Navigator The lowdown on Palermo’s eating, drinking, hotels and culture. 74 Six Of The Best Docks away. The best place to stick your I-Thingy. 78 Yacht Essentials This seasons essential services and products 95 Clean Cleaning guru Aggie Mackenzie answers your cleaning queries

96 Body The latest spa treatments and the best conditioning sprays 98 A Day In The Life Of Superyacht Manager Andrew Williams 102 Ask The Experts Advice from the leading experts in their field 103 Legal Quentin Bargate on some of the hidden dangers of yacht ownership 107 Finance Tax increases are impacting Europe. Rob Kay asks how this will affect the yachting industry?

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Salty Sea Dog Mind Your Language Captain Michael Howorth says It’s time to call a ‘Spade a Spade’

n an online discussion forum I sometimes frequent, there is the occasional discussion about seafaring terms and their correct use, the latest being over the correct description of winches and the fact that some talk of captive winches. The discussion illustrates how, many specialists in many different professions, use jargon. Inside the superyacht industry we are no exception and I think that correct terminology does not need to be abandoned just because everywhere else the consumer media continues to dumb down the use of English. Technical terms frequently have absolute meanings which, when abandoned or substituted with more common words, often give rise to inaccurate or misleading statements and make our the English language dull and uninteresting. This particularly seems to apply to super yachts and the way they are reported outside of our own specialised sphere.

Colloquial language is of course, fine and does have its place. The familiar we’re getting the boat from Dover to Calais is completely understandable and the use of the word boat is perfectly acceptable when talking of a submarine. But perhaps, at the risk of derision, we should all gently remind friends it is a ship not a boat on which the masses go cruising and that it is a sailing boat when they are talking about a 10 metre sloop.

Mega or Giga?

Colourful language

Why, is it that in news bulletins, for example, yachts have a top, front, or a helicopter that lands on the back? It seems to me that every yacht reported about in the consumer press automatically becomes a luxury superyacht a megayacht or even (worse) a gigayacht. What is it about the seeming pathological inability of these media mouths to mention a ships’ crew without appending the word member making it crewmember? What, in any case, is wrong with the word seamen? Perhaps that has become too sexist a phrase and we cannot upset the ladies who go to sea yet should still carry a Seaman’s Discharge Book. Why is it, that the trend now seems not to use the word men at all, to the point that Chairmen have become Chairpersons or worse Chairs and Firemen have become Firefighters? Could it be that the sound of the word seaman is a shade too close to that of a male bodily discharge and squeamish news editors, are frightened to use it lest they offend listeners’ sensibilities. Is there anything we can do to turn the tide and bring back the proper words? Firstly, I think perhaps we should watch, quite literally, our own language. We should try and use the correct terms ourselves remembering to spell the word, Draught with UGHT to refer to the depth of water rather than the word Draft which infers a chilling wind. Ropes at sea, do not, for example, break, correctly they part, yet how often do we read the towboat’s tow-rope snapped.

We love to tell ourselves how rich the English language is, how seafaring phrases have coloured it over the years. The nautical derivation of a brass monkey is a good example of why and how we professionals can use language appropriately and not shy from proper use of specialist terms. Used literally or metaphorically, the words add depth to our communication. Conversely, jargon can become the language of exclusion, when used by specialists trying to set themselves apart from the layman. It is therefore not always easy to draw the fine line of where the use of the correct term becomes jargon. For example how often do we ask new comers to the industry if they have their S.T.C.W? Perhaps the safe definition is the point beyond which most literate people know, the meaning of an unfamiliar word or can understand what is means from the context in which it is being used. I really hope that words such as superstructure, aft end, stern, seamen, and hundreds more will never cross that line, but if they do, then we should take the time to explain them, so that we may educate those who do not know in the ways of the sea. Recently a Riviera Radio reporter carefully explained the meaning of the phrase, a financial derivative, simply by quickly adding the words: a contract by which risk is traded. Surely it cannot be beyond any of the rest of us in the superyacht business to do the same on those infrequent occasions when precise but unfamiliar maritime terms are used. on board | summer 2012 | 5

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Lauran Hodd Marketing Manager, OceanStyle Over the years, Turkey has formed a crossroads of civilisation, and so it’s no surprise that the scars of its tumultuous history run deep along its coastline. The area holds particular allure for lovers of antiquity, being home to two of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus and the Mausoleum of Maussollos in Halicarnassus. The unassuming beauty of this coastline, aptly described as the ‘Turquoise Coast’, is tangible at every turn. With such gorgeous natural surroundings, you can feel there’s an air of romance. The fact that the Roman emperor, Marc Antony, once bestowed the region as a wedding gift upon his beloved wife, Cleopatra, speaks volumes. Today, Turkey still attracts many lovers and honeymooners, who, are wooed by these seductive waters and the perfect privacy of an OceanStyle charter. The Greek island of Rhodes is just a stone’s throw away. Incredible natural formations at Pamukkale where carbonate mineral terraces sparkle their way down the hillside; well worth a day’s detour inland.

The Retiring Engineer An interesting breed of yachtie, the retiring engineer can mostly be found hiding in dark spaces and avoiding any interaction with other crew members, guests and in particular, daylight. Typically shy creatures, they can be enticed out of their lairs (the engine room) with promises of mugs of tea, and sometimes fresh overalls (not effective on the “grease monkey” strain of the species). When no guests are onboard the engineer can be slightly more social and can be encouraged to perform by luring them with jagerbombs. Warning: if you get your engineer drunk, retreat to a safe distance due to risk of explosion.

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FLYING TENDERS As spotted recently in Juan les Pins, these FIBS (flying inflatable boats, catchy name huh?) are designed to be used as both a boat or as a flying boat by just adding wings. The manufacturers state 15 minutes is all that’s required to convert them, we suspect a little longer! Apparently they’re used by the Navy Seals in Singapore and Greenpeace have two as well.

MY YACHT IS BIGGER THAN YOURS They’re still going for it. Only this time the biggest yacht in the world will not be owned by a Russian, it’s apparently Saudi Royal, according to reports (unconfirmed) The £400m Lurssen megayacht currently known as Project Azzam will measure 180m in length. That’s 15m bigger than Abramovich’s Eclipse.

SOUTH OF FRANCE Got a megayacht? Be seen - go hang out in the bays off the coast. Get your toys out and make sure you’re looking your foxiest for the benefit of the paparazzi. Get the chopper out and go for a spin, for two good reasons… firstly to demonstrate to the on-looking world that you’re rich enough to have your own chopper, and secondly to get a closer look at your peer’s yachts and see if your toys are better than theirs.

SOCIAL NETWORKING Facebook and twitter just aren’t getting old yet are they? Lots of jobs and leads have been picked up this year through the joy of Facey. Unfortunately, the level of Facebook stalkers has increased because everyone seems to post everything they do, like everything, but that’s modern life for you…

THE OLYMPICS Lots of yachts are London bound for the upcoming Olympics, makes a nice change from the regular summer Mediterranean milkrun! Let›s hope the UK weather isn›t of the usual grey muggy variety and they get a spot of sunshine. The London 2012 Organising Committee have taken temporary ownership of the Olympic and Paralympic Sailing Village in Portland. Not only a great facility for the athletes; afterwards they’re developing the apartments into affordable and low carbon housing.

CREW CHANGING THEIR DIETS A complaint from the busiest people on board (oh yes they are) the chefs, is that crew aren’t helping ease their load by deciding part-way through a charter that they’re now vegetarian. Or gluten intolerant. Or on the Atkins diet. Or the maple syrup and lemon juice diet… which, incidentally, makes your breath smell RANCID so don’t do it please. So you’ve been warned. Always be nice to the person preparing your food.

LONG BOARDS AND TRUCKER HATS Seriously guys, you think a superyacht captain is going to look at you as a serious candidate whilst you’re cruising along the docks on a long board with your pants at half mast, your trucker hat at a jaunty angle and your hair all over the place? If you’re looking for work on yachts then dress appropriately. Remove facial piercings, pull your pants up to cover your underwear and your ass, get your hair cut, and leaving the love and hate hat at home.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS Reports this year from captains about people ordering wine in an interview (at lunchtime whilst they’re sat their sipping a coffee) and having a fag in front of them despite the fact their CV has “non smoker” on it. Remember boys and girls, junior or senior, your first impression on the captain or senior crew member counts for so much. So please, be on time, be clean and shiny, and just for a day, be teetotal and leave the cancersticks at home ok? ON BOARD | SUMMER 2012 | 9

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Head of Seafarer Services and Ship Registry at MCA Roger Towner asks how the large yacht industry can be encouraged?

here would we be without large yachts? Some owners would no doubt have a much healthier bank balance. On the other hand many people reading this article would be without jobs. Large yachts need to be designed, built, equipped, maintained, managed and manned – a discrete industry employing over 60,000 people. Long may it continue. How can the large yacht industry be encouraged? We need a regulatory framework that is not overly bureaucratic, but one taking account of safety and pollution issues whilst understanding that if yacht owning becomes a chore then we will lose the industry on the worlds. For more than 15 years the MCA has regulated the yacht industry through the Large Yacht Code (LYC). The LYC has been a great success internationally with the third edition now being prepared (LY3). The code was written to enable vessels to comply with the spirit of the major conventions, with seafarer qualifications being accepted by the IMO under Article IX of the STCW Convention for use in these vessels.

working alternative to the MLC requirements which has found acceptance in both the yachting industry and also in the International Labour Organization where the MLC originated. Those who believe that a yacht chartering no more than 182 days a year is not a commercial vessel, are welcome to use the argument. However, when time comes to sell the vessel owners have to find a buyer who agrees with them, and secondly will need to stay with the original flag of registry because the majority of reputable flags just do not agree with this definition. The next few years will see who wins this particular argument.

My belief is that the industry will remain buoyant (in all senses) into the future.

Next Please

Where next? There are three major factors to consider. Firstly, some owners are looking to build yachts over 3,000GT. Secondly, the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) will soon come into force and lastly, the Manila amendments for Standards for Training and Certification of Watchkeepers 1978 as amended will be in place by January 2017. LY3 will include guidelines for building yachts over 3,000GT, giving naval architects the freedom to embody the essence of even larger designer-yachts with a set of alternatives and equivalents to the main conventions. Much of the MLC deals with protection of the seafarer, and I make no apologies for protecting seafarers’ rights. Gone will be the days of hiring and firing crew on a whim. However, one of the main issues with the introduction of the MLC has been the issue of crew accommodation. The MCA has published a

Making Changes

With regard to qualifications the MCA will be making a number of changes to its current system as we take account of the Manila amendments. New requirements will include training in security (already a big issue on some vessels), leadership and management skills, high voltage training for some engineers and ECDIS for deck officers. These will all be in place by July 2013 and will be requirements for all concerned by 2017. What happens to hospitality training? Suggestions from both the Professional Yachtsmen’s Association and International Yachtmaster Licencing are on offer. These will not be made a statutory requirement by the MCA so do they have a future? The answer is that it depends on industry. If this type of training is taken seriously then hotel staff may find that in a short number of years they may find it impossible to get a position on a decent vessel unless they have such training. Look at the position of non-statutory (but industry required) OPITO courses in the oil and gas industry to see how successful such an approach can be. In spite of the recession orders still come in for new vessels and prospective crew are still coming forward. My belief is that the industry will remain buoyant (in all senses!) into the future. Sometimes I wish that I was at the other end of my career. on board | summer 2012 | 11

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Open To Question What’s the best advice you can give to new crew entering the yachting industry? LINDA REVeLL, Principal, Aigua Sea School, Palma de Mallorca For all new crew to achieve their STCW basic training certificate but, in addition, it is highly beneficial to be able to drive the yacht’s tender (powerboat level 2), and be able to communicate, so the VHF marine radio Short Range Certificate is ideal. Plus, take the new RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities course (PPR - £31.00 GBP). This course is now mandatory on all commercial endorsement applications (allowing us to work with our qualifications) so they’ll have to do it at some point. MARNIE THREAPLETON, Chief Stewardess, Palma de Mallorca Apart from the usual (be professional, polite, presentable etc), I tell new crew: Be careful that your social networking site doesn’t reflect a negative image that a Captain / Chief Stew / Chief Officer will go away thinking young, immature and a pain to manage and motivate. Oh and don’t go sharing information or your thoughts about the yacht either – one deckie was fired on-line for posting his opinion on his 1st Officers ability to do his job! JASMINE AGNEW, Chief Stewardess When you think of something, anything from ‘the garbage is full, I should take it out” to “the line on the dock has to be coiled” just do it. Don’t procrastinate. The minute you say you will get right back to it; you will have another five things you will have to do. If you think of a job, just get it done at that moment. People will notice if you just walk by something and don’t do anything about it. Keep positive, energetic and professional. ERICA LAY, General Manager Y.CREW Do your research first; make sure you look into the industry and decide if this is a career you really want to pursue. Be prepared to dockwalk your socks off, network and put yourself out there! Dress appropriately, be cheerful, check in regularly with the agencies online and be on time for interviews. When you meet with agents remember these guys will be representing you to the yachts so make a good impression. Be careful on your big nights out (there will be a few) as the chief officer you have an interview with tomorrow might be stood at the bar watching you slamming jager bombs… WERNER STOLTZ, Captain SY Aragon I always notice the crew walking the docks, it’s good to see early birds that rock up at 7 in the morning with cv´s flapping. The ones that really grab my attention are the few who come by every day a couple of times a day with a smile even after they have been told there is no hope of a job. I think you need to become the face of the dock, the one they empathise with, the one they respect and want to help for showing courage and determination. on board | summer 2012 | 13

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Popular entrepreneur James Caan talks exclusively to Frank Grice on taking time away from the business world.

Lord Sugar’s time must surely be up soon. Eight series of The Apprentice in, he’s fired a fleet of underperforming acolytes and hired a handful of spritely go-getters, all looking to prove to the Amstrad legend himself, that he was indeed right to give them his business blessing. At present, most of these have been shown their P45s, while one champion, Stella English, is currently locked in a legal battle over unfair dismissal. Isn’t he tired of this process? And isn’t it time to make way for another entrepreneurial legend with winning wit to burn. James Caan seems to think so... “I’d like to give it a try,” he laughs, booming over the whir and din of his London office, as he speaks exclusively to On Board. “I don’t know how much of my personality would suit but it could be an interesting experience. Mind you, Sugar would be an incredibly tough act to follow.” Isn’t Dragon’s Den simply an audition process for his successor? “They’re very different shows with very different outcomes. But I think Duncan Bannatyne would enjoy The Apprentice - maybe they should give him a call once Sugar gets bored?!” Caan, a corporate powerhouse who made his estimated £90million fortune in the recruitment industry, is naturally best known for his three-year stint as judge and jury on Dragon’s Den.

tailor make - so different to other vessels in the marina? “It’s in the detail. I have my own personal office on the boat; the whole layout is very different; the design is very different. We’ve had interiors installed from around the world - fabulous designs from Egypt and Burma. It’s a lovely thing to have and you can never spend too long on board.” Caan, who has been a keen yachtsman for the last 13 years, employs a full crew to man the Elegance, even when it’s moored for weeks in Cannes. “Soon after buying my villa in the south of France in 1999, I decided I needed something to do rather than just sunbathe, so that inspired me to invest in my first Sunseeker. I learned how to sail her and really upgraded from there. I found an amazing passion, like most people do when it comes to yachts. “These days, I’m obsessed. I tend to sail to Sardinia, Italy and Monte Carlo and I’d love to go further afield around the Greek Islands, and maybe the Red Sea someday. Or who knows, I might be brave enough to tackle the Atlantic at some point. For me, sailing is one of the most therapeutic ways to spend life.” The 51-year-old father of two, who lives in London’s St. John’s Wood, has recently penned his latest book Start Your Business in Seven Days, although he adamantly refutes the claim that this is a selfhelp title. “While I was in the Den, thousands of entrepreneurs came armed with fantastic ideas and I realised that, literally, within half an hour, we could evaluate a business and understand what the drivers were in order for it to be viable or not. That’s within a half an hour; so in seven days, could I teach someone to analyse and evaluate their idea, to see if that too is viable or not? Surely, that was possible... and valuable to that person.

For me, sailing is one of the most therapeutic ways to spend life.

Den ‘n’ Out But the Pakistani born magnate, who came to London with his family, aged two, decided to quit the series in 2010, feeling unable to spread himself evenly across his personal business commitments with private equity firm, Hamilton Bradshaw. “The Den was a great part of my life and something I enjoyed immensely, but something had to give. I was neglecting my own businesses and needed to spend more quality time with the investments I’d made previously on the show. I just couldn’t take any more on.” So it was nothing to do with his spat with fellow fire-breather Duncan Bannatyne, after the vocal Scot refused to invest anymore with Caan because of his company’s offshore Cayman Island accounts? “That’s in the past, and relations are fine with Duncan now,” he professes. “We’re both investors in Chocbox and the artist and sculptor Guy Portelli. It would all be a bit difficult if there was issue between us. Leaving the Den was simply about personal time management.” When Caan manages to schedule some downtime, he heads straight for his luxury apartment in Cannes, nestled on the Promenade de la Croisette and a mere few steps from his moored 90ft bespoke customised yacht, called Elegance. “It’s named after my wife, Aisha, and we’ve had the yacht now for two years. She’s a bespoke boat, nothing off the shelf.” So what makes Elegance - which cost a reported £4million to

Foundation Focus “The key issues in the book are focused around the ingredients and characteristics of being an entrepreneur. I establish if the reader is capable of business. It’s not a ‘get rich quick’ scheme or self-help book, it’s a very brutally honest way of looking at oneself in business. In fact, a lot of the book talks about why you shouldn’t do it.” In addition to his commercial endeavours and literary prowess, Caan is a committed philanthropist, especially when it comes to causes concerning his native Pakistan after the devastating floods of 2010. Partnered with UNICEF, the James Caan Foundation has managed to raise nearly £5miillion for rebuilding and rehousing. “I’m committed to rebuilding as much as we can with the James Caan Foundation. The lives of so many people have been destroyed and I never want to stop helping. I’ve had blessings in life; it would be wrong for me not to give something back.” on board | summer 2012 | 15

NEW LAUNCH

Checkmate The 100th fibreglass yacht built by Benetti in Viareggio. Reviewed by Frances and Michael Howorth

rraacckk went the champagne bottle as it smashed across her bow spraying French Fizz everywhere. Then to the strains of Giuseppe Verdi’s Và Pensiero, Checkmate the brand new 44 metre Benetti Vision 145, built as hull number BV018 was launched in Viareggio. The launch was held in early June and hundreds of onlookers saw Checkmate take the water inside the Darsena Italia Basin, historic home of the Benetti shipyard. The yachts owner, a well known surgeon from Washington, D.C. in the USA and his family, together with all the Benetti staff involved in her almost two year long construction and fitting, out clapped their hands with glee and cheered to demonstrate their eager excitement

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Interior The yachts François Zuretti interior is both rich and sober, featuring a combination of cherry and Burr Madrona woods, neoclassical dark inlays enhanced by marble. Large windows on each deck offer panoramic views that can be enjoyed in complete privacy, both from outdoor areas and from the interiors, which is spacious and flooded with natural light giving the furnishings a perfect chiaroscuro balance. Practical, well thought out and dedicated routes and areas for crew to work and gain access guarantee complete privacy for owners and guests.

Specifications: Shipyard: Azimut-Benetti SPA- Benetti Shipyard, Italy Construction material: GRP Length Overall (LOA): 43,6 m - 143’ 1’’ Maximum Beam: 9,26 m - 30’ 4’’ Maximum Draught: 2,72 m - 8’ 11’’ Displacement at Full Load: 390 t Fuel Capacity: 60.000 litres (15,850 US Gallons) Water Capacity: 9,500 litres (2,509 US Gallons Propulsion: 2 x CAT C32 Acert Power output: 1300HP, 970 kW @ 1.800 rpm Maximum Speed: 15 knots Cruising Speed: 14 knots Cruising Range at: 12 knots 3,500 nautical miles Generators: 2 x Kohler 125 kW Bow Thrusters: VT Naiad Marine VT 77 77 kW Stabilizers: VT Naiad Marine Propellers: Benetti Design Styling & External concept: Stefano Righini Interior Design: François Zuretti Guest Berths: 10 guests Crew Berths: 9 crew Classification: ABS Malta Cross A1 Yacht Compliancy: LY2

The new yacht is almost 44 metres long with a beam of over 9 metres. Equipped with twin 1,300 HP Caterpillar engines, she is capable of top speeds just shy of 15 knots and at around 10 knots, a cruising range of over 3,500 nautical miles. Vincenzo Poerio the CEO of the Mega-yacht division within the Azimut/Benetti Group, told those present at the launch ceremony: “We are particularly proud of our latest launch, the 100th fibreglass yacht built in Viareggio since 1998. This is a further demonstration of our ability to listen to the Client and interpret his specific needs; and above all, another example of a perfect blend between timeless design, world

class construction, safety and an extremely high quality onboard life, both for the owner and his crew”.

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Matt Bishop the Captain of Checkmate works with a crew of nine. He is delighted with his new command and explains, “She is a delight to command. The shipyard have been very helpful in getting to sea in good order and we feel sure that we will be able to provide our owner with the boat and the experiences aboard that he seeks. It is going to be an exciting summer season and we all very much looking forward to being part of it”

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Almost a child’s toy, with four wheels, a steering wheel and electricity. Phillipe Starck has joined forces with French car manufacturer Volteis to develop a minimalist vehicle. Shown at the last Geneva motor Show, the V+ Volteis by Starck has a 60km autonomy and can reach 65kph. www.volteisbystarck.com €25,000

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SHIPS AGENT jack of all trades

Historically these agents were people called ships husbands. They met and greeted commercial ships on arrival into a foreign port. The agent would board and introduce himself to the Captain who would assign him tasks. Chief among these would be the clearing of the ship, her cargo and crew through immigration and customs controls. Agents would pay port fees and light dues and as necessary organise and pay for the provision of tugs and pilotage. At the end of the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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stay in port the agent would clear the ship out hand over the clearance documents along with a handsome bill for the services they had rendered. Ships on a regular trade tended towards using the same agent and a relationship was formed to the point that the agent would be regarded as the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s representative in that port. When it came to looking after the crew, the agent would arrange for them to see doctors, dentists and uniform

Handling port bookings, dealing with customs and immigration clearance, fuel provision, banking, supply of provisions, wines and fresh flowers, it seems you need to be a Jack of all Trades to be an agent looking after superyachts in ports throughout the Mediterranean. By Frances and Michael Howorth

suppliers while the ship was in port. Equally the crew would hope that the agent would look after them as well proffering local advice on where to go in town for anything they wanted from drawers to whores! Because ship’s cooks and pursers would need fresh provisions the ship’s husband also took on the role of doing the shopping and getting it ready for the arrival of the ship into port. Nothing it seems was or indeed is too much for the ship’s agent.

Superyachts took up the same opportunities when ships agents began to offer them their services. Over the years those same agents have become more specialised in looking after luxury vessels and have evolved the services that they offer so as to make sure their clients are fully looked after. There is in most countries no requirement to engage a ship’s agent but in many there are definitely advantages of doing so.

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“We offer a turnkey operation, taking care of all aspects of works during a refit or repair, as well as offering owner’s and guest services for those visiting Palma” Cristina Tapia: Portcall Perfectly Organised It is generally the agent who organise the limousines, private jets, helicopters, tours and reservations for Captains who are too busy running the yacht to be able to do these things themselves. Portcall in Mallorca has been providing services to Superyachts for over nine years, and have already built an impressive client listing. Cristina Tapia says, “We offer a turnkey operation, taking care of all aspects of works during a refit or repair, as well as offering owner’s and guest services for those visiting Palma, providing an efficient and professional total yacht service from docking to departure.” As agents they handle hotel reservations, receive mail and incoming parcels on behalf of the yacht. They also organise the acquisition of spare parts and technicians to fit them, adding laundry, carpet and upholstery cleaning to the thousands of seemingly endless tasks a superyacht in port can ask for.

At the first glance much of this organisation appears to be trivial and work that the crew on board the yacht could handle on their own account. But frequently having someone who is both local and experienced in a location that the crew is less than familiar with, can save time and money at the same time as producing a better result. Try for example to find 20 different flower arrangements and table decorations in say a port in Sicily at the height of the summer season. Trust us when we say you only once make the mistake of thinking the crew can do it all without help! Superyachts flying the Red Ensign tend to use paper charts issued by the UK Hydrographic Office. Acting as a Chart Agent for the supply of these in all Spanish ports is Rapid Transit Service, a firm headed up by Bruno Norris and based in Mallorca. He describes his company as an air, sea, road-freight and customs agency but admits it is hard to pin down what he does, in just one sentence. “Try and call me Mr Fixit in Spain,” he says. on board | summer 2012 | 23

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An air, sea, road-freight and customs agency. “Call me Mr Fixit in Spain” Bruno Norris: Rapid Transit Service No Substitute While the Internet and modern technology can provide superyacht crews with the information and updates essential to operating around the world, even the best search engines are no substitute for real people with experience and genuine local knowledge. Employing agents to quickly, quietly and efficiently take care of all the regular routine tasks, before after and during the yachts stay in port makes a Captain and crew’s life simply better. Agents ensure that essential supplies, crew transfers, customs documentation and waste declarations are all arranged without delay. They make certain Captains have the up-to-the minute information and reports that they need at all times leaving the crew free to look after the needs of the owner and guests. An agent will usually attend the yacht on a daily basis while she is in port. His last visit to the yacht should be, just before sailing, no matter what time of day or night. He should ask the Captain for his estimated time of arrival at his next port of call and should pass that information onto the agent at the yachts next port of call. Oplicity Yacht Management was founded in October 2010 with the aim of providing clients with a flexible solution to their yacht management requirements. Company Director Shelley Dowie says, “We provide each of our services as modules so the client can choose as many services as they require. Nearly all of our clients take advantage of our operational department, which specialises in sourcing spare parts, and organising bunkers. She adds, “Why are we different from other yacht agents? - With our wealth of knowledge and contacts we are able to provide our services all over Europe from our base in the UK. All of our staff have spent at least 5 years in the Industry with most accumulating over 15 years experience.” Some agents have formed offices in alternate cruising grounds offering Captains the opportunity to use the same teams

while cruising. Cruise in Turkey and you will find Begüm Yachting offices all along the coast, ready to assist with full service programs that include every detail. The country’s coastline curls out from the Bosphorus and the Black Sea through the Turquoise Coast in Antalya and the Aegean Sea. While cruising in the coast, Captains may use the advantages of the Begum Yachting centralised accounting system which can make life a great deal simpler than do the accounts themselves. Every ships’ agents has stories to tell regarding the bizarre tasks they have been asked to perform in their role as ships agents. The oddest thing that Ian Fenton, a ships agent with First Class Nautical, remembers, was the request he received from a Chef to match unripe tomatoes with similar sized ripe ones. The superyacht owner’s young son who had been for an excursion ashore returned clutching a brown paper bag of un-ripe tomatoes. “Can you make them red in time for tonight’s dinner” was the request! The Chef put them on a tray on the fore deck to ripen, assuring the young lad he would have a special tomato salad that evening. At dinner, a huge platter was presented to the table, over flowing with juicy ripe tomatoes with the tray and the, by now red, tomatoes as the centrepiece. Quite what happened to the green tomatoes was not recorded by the Chef! It just goes to prove that when working as a ships agent there is never a dull moment.

Contacts Begum www.begumyachting.com First Class Nautical www.firstclassnautical.com Oplicity www.oplicity.com Portcall www.portcall.org Rapid Transit Services www.rapidtrans.com

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INTERVIEW Are British sailors Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson about to bring down the sails on an impressive career? Stephen Milton meets the Olympic hopefuls.

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For a moment, it seems as though Andrew Simpson might be a little insulted by a not entirely offensive question. “Luck?” he sighs, exhaustively. “You really think there’s an element of luck involved in championship sailing? “Well,” he continues, “honestly... you’d be right! Of course there is. We’re not athletes training solely for one solitary shot out on the track; we’ve so many contributing factors to take into account. There’s the obvious primary influence of the weather. With any wind shift, any change in direction, and you can find the elements fighting for or fighting against you. So I guess that’s why you have to have 10 or 11 races in a series, to counteract and average out the elements you can’t control. “That’s what it’s all about. It’s a tough, complex sport - there’s no denying it. You have so many differing elements to work with and against. But that’s what is so challenging and rewarding.” The Olympic and World Champion Star racer has been paired with partner Iain Percy since the Beijing Games four years ago, where they picked up gold. But the duo have been close since they were young. “Percy and I first met when we were about seven, and both of us hopeless sailing optimists. We had little beginners’ boats that people said looked a bit like bathtubs,” Simpson recalls. “On the days when it was too windy to go sailing, we would sit and play Lego together. We’ve been best mates ever since.” “It’s funny how you get into sailing,” chips in Iain Percy, Simpson’s trusty steer. “For me, it all started on a ‘Learn to Sail’ family trip to the Isle of Wight. I didn’t come from a boating family and it wasn’t something I was born into, but somehow we ended up in a boat and that was where it all began. It felt right, being on that boat, waves crashing on either side, wind whipping our faces. It’s a nice realisation to have at such a young age.”

“Naturally, the Games have proven a massive distraction for the last few years,” says Percy. “It’s nice to think about moving past them, in a way.” “It will be sad to get to the end of this exciting year,” admits Simpson. “I’m skating 40 years old and, honestly, I don’t think I’ve another Games in me. Rio de Janeiro is so far away and such a commitment. Iain’s fast catching me up - we’re the old fogies on the boat now! Down the road, I’m looking forward to getting into the coaching side.” “When you hit a certain age, that’s when the problems hit,” adds Percy. “I was never injured until last year. Then, after the Royal Championships in Perth, my back gave way on me and I was lying face down for a week. I was pretty much paralysed, but over a couple of weeks the spasm went and my attention turned to not letting it happen again. But you have to listen to your body eventually, no matter who you are.”

Fitness first Fitness has always been at the core of sailing. The Star class is as far removed from the perception of a gentle Sunday venture as you can get. This is unrelenting, punishing, allweather physical exertion, and that’s just in the boat - we spend hours and hours in the gym too. There’s a mental element as well, and at times that can be as draining. I mean, if you’re sailing in British waters, the wind picks up the boat for you. But if you’re somewhere like Beijing, where it’s like skiing without snow, it becomes far more technical, and that’s when you need to use your mind more.” Indeed, Simpson was specifically enlisted by Percy for his

Going professional

belligerence in milder winds. “Iain is historically weak in light

Having gone pro after winning individual gold at the Sydney Olympics in the Finn Class, Percy never envisaged a life on the waves would become a career, simply because he believed it wasn’t a sustainable living. “I went professional after university in 1998 but, at the time, I was never intending to make it my occupation; that was not the plan. I was only looking to take a couple of years out to focus on the water and then get back to reality. “But then the win came in Sydney and the reality actually hit that this could be a life for me. The problem is, it becomes your entire life - training and being out on the water morning, noon and night. I love it though; I wouldn’t change it for anything.” For Simpson it was a similar chance venture on the water that set sail a passion for the water. “My parents have this tiny little boat, almost like a little dingy, and my dad and I used to go out in Christchurch Harbour whenever we got the chance. I took to it like the proverbial duck to water! “Like Iain, it wasn’t my career plan post-university. I just wanted to go with it each year to see how I got on, and it has stuck!” Wind forward, and 2012 represents a big year for the duo – the Olympic Games and America’s Cup have obviously dominated the attention.

winds in the Star,” he says, “but we complement each other well. When it’s windy, I can’t see too much, if I’m honest – just big pools of water. When it’s downwind we swap roles and I’m the one calling out the tactics.” He well recalls, though, where the balance of power lay in their childhood contests, when Percy was a slight lad from Southampton and Simpson an ambitious boy out of Datchet Sailing Club. “Oh, Iain thrashed me, I’ll happily admit that. Not so much now though!”

And all that talk of retirement? “I’ve still years of competitive sailing to go yet - I’m not dead and buried,” comes back Simpson. “Sailing is a real addiction. It’s freedom, the open waters, a chance for the wind to blow away the cobwebs. And to do it competitively adds that extra little bit of spice. We’ve been incredibly lucky to have these opportunities, but whether pushing for honours or just enjoying a quiet sail, there’s not one day that goes by where I wouldn’t recommend others to get out on the water and really enjoy an age old but unique experience.”

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LETâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S IT

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The art of successful face to face business networking lies in the ability to meet the important people with who you would like to work and to quickly impress upon them that you should work together. It is with this in mind that professional conference organisers create seminars, attracting people of similar interests to attend, to listen to industry leaders and invited guests as they make programmed presentations. Yet in poll after poll attendees of these events say that the real value of attending is not in what goes on during the sessions, but what happens between and after. It is, as the crowd spills out from a seminar for a beverage or a meal together that the networking begins and that, say attendees, is where the real value of attending these events lies.

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There are an increasing number of specialised superyacht seminars, conventions, forums and promotional events being set up around the world. Many of them cost several thousands of Euros in fees just to get inside the door. Yet one of the most cost effective methods of networking with industry leaders whose interests lie in superyachting can be found simply by attending boat shows or going to social events organised for crew to attend.

Show Willing Where better than a boat show to network? Where else in the world will you find the shipyards, yacht designers, principle brokerage houses, crew agencies and the best

Networking is an important factor in the success of any business but it is probably fair to say that in Superyachting it is not only very important but essential for those crew seeking work. Top yachting journalists and superyacht industry commentators; Frances and Michael Howorth explain how and why.

superyacht equipment suppliers all gathered in one spot? Where else will you find such a profusion of owners, Captains and managers of superyachts walking the docks? The Cannes and Monaco Yacht shows are perhaps the best in this area. The MYS has, over the twenty plus years it has been in existence, built its reputation on the very simple knowledge that the principle players in the superyacht world attend each year because of what the event offers the world of superyachts. Walking on the docks and in the tents is a networking opportunity open to anyone but an invitation to one of the exclusive parties is better still. Security can be tight at events such as these and entry is permitted to only those whose names appear on official party lists and it

is definitely seen as bad manners be would be employers for crew to gatecrash parties to which you have not been invited. The famous Monaco Yacht Shows Captainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Party is held at the prestigious Fairmont Hotel Monte Carlo on the last Friday of the show each year where privileged guests are invited by the partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sponsors to talk business and get networking while sipping champagne. Another important event, considered by those in the know to be a really hot ticket, is held at the prestigious Monaco Yacht Club. Dubbed the Charter Yacht Captains Awards Dinner and hosted by Fraser Yachts, they use the occasion to present awards to their top charter Captains and crews.

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Royal family Invitations to some after show evening events are a little easier to come by. Exhibitors often hold an evening drinks party and parties thrown each year in the Dutch, British and New Zealand exhibitor pavilions are popular. These have attracted a loyal following of people seeking to network and enjoy socialising with like minded souls at the same time. Lunchtime parties are frequently organised by professional groups whose interest lies inside superyachting. Chief among these are those organised by the top London law firms and they provide networking opportunities over a pleasant glass of wine and a bite to eat. Corporate Service providers and VAT experts Dominion Marine are known to throw a good

networking party in the evening and Awlgrip the paint suppliers throw a mighty good crew bash that is well attended by crews equally keen on working the net. Some of the easiest ways of networking do not even require an invitation at all. All the visitor needs to do is walk on to the stand of a show exhibitor ask a question and the networking opportunities open up. No matter how the opportunity initially presents itself at the Monaco Yacht Show it is always prudent to follow up contact after the event. This can be done by email, post, telephone or personal visits, what is important is that it is the Show that has presented the first contact point and to maximise on the value of networking the follow up actions need to be taken.

Other DO’S and DON’TS of networking include: Do’s:

Don’ts:

✔ Look the part; people attending boat shows.

✘ Do not try to meet everyone at a show. There are

✔ Take along a plentiful supply of business cards or

✘ Do not come across as being aggressive,

Make sure your own appearance does not negatively impact on you.

CV’s. It is better to have too many than run out before the show ends.

✔ Be patient; instant on the spot results are very rare networking is just the first step in creating a long lasting relationship.

✔ Be helpful to others at these shows, you never

know who the person standing next to you on the dock is. He may be an owner or manager about to put a whole new crew on board a superyacht.

✔ Introduce yourself to the hosts of any of the

parties you attend at the show. Thank them for having you and find out how you can be included at future events they organise.

✔ If this is your first visit to a networking event find a mentor to show you the ropes.

✔ Have fun! That is the principle, guiding factor

behind the serious business side of any boat show. It is perfectly understandable to be nervous when first walking into a room full of strangers, but it really helps to smile and relax!

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simply too many, so focus on a few and concentrate on spending quality time with them. instead, be casual when starting a conversation.

✘ Do not stay in a large group, instead, move around and try to stand out by yourself.

✘ Do not speak too loudly, it is easy to become

animated but no one wants to be near to someone who cannot control their own volume.

✘ Do not spend too much time with one group of

people, be respectful of their time constraints. If you want to have a really formal meeting, it is best to thank them for their time and schedule a more formal meeting for later on in the show.

✘ Do not be insincere, compliments are nice, but avoid over doing it.

✘ There are many specialist one-on-one training

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The Maritime Labour Convention is expected to be ratified into law by many European countries in 2013/ 2014. It was introduced as a “Bill of Rights for Seafarers” for a solution to improve the conditions of service and the working environment. Many believe the biggest issues regarding the MLC implementation surrounds the question of the accommodation provided for the crew. In truth the MLC goes far beyond that. It covers other important issues such as

Terms of Employment, facilities, food and catering as well as health protection, medical care and social security protection. One of the most important changes will be that the employer of the crew will no longer be allowed to be the Captain or the recruitment agency. From ratification of the MLC, crew must be employed, via individual Employment agreements with the yacht owner or employer. As a result, yachting will see an increase in agencies offering employment to yacht crew. The MLC, however anticipates this, as the new regulations also covers crewing agencies. In truth there are little changes in these regulations, as most crewing agents operating in the commercial marine world have been working to these standards for many years.

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Step on board, take a look around: The bathrooms are dripping in marble, kid skin papers the walls, it’s a field of feet- deep silk white carpets. Gold gilts the banister rails and outside teak decking and chrome fittings glisten as far as the eye can see. And it’s all so beautiful! But it’s all a bit spookily hushed around here. Where is everyone? You sneak downstairs to the crew mess, poke your head around the door and, phew, there’s the Chief Stew. She beams her beatific smile at you: ‘Hi’, she says, ‘We’re having vanished bleach on hoover lime scale wax tonight with Q Tip salad on the side. Will you join us?’ She’s midway through polishing a pomegranate. Is she really? You gawp, she grins. A groan emerges from somewhere below the table and a disheveled head appears – stares at you gormlessly, cries, ‘Chamois, chamois!’ and then lolls back out of view. ‘Oh, that’s Vim, I mean Tim, the Deckie’, she giggles. You close the door quietly. Then, on second thoughts, you go back. And lock it. What on earth happened around here? Nothing much: Somebody added a fistful of guests and their sticky fingered kids to all this decadent décor and a few long weeks later the crew moved into Cleaning and Maintaining Mental Meltdown mode.

Ban the bleach

Everyone has their own idea about how to keep yachts tip-top spotless inside and out and the ECO Warrior cleaning brigade has won a few battles but it’s not won the war - yet. Claire Griffiths asks, does ignoring their warnings mean seriously damaging not only the yacht, but also marine life and, most of all, YOU?

But keeping a yacht ship shape doesn’t need to leave crew in a crumpled (and possibly chemically toxic) heap. Common sense, good advice, elbow grease (lots) and a little general knowledge in the basic sciences go a long way say the experts. Many yachts ban the use of bleach on board, while plenty of crew baulk at it anyway for obvious spillage risks on a-life-time-to-earn- costing fragile fabrics. In time some turn their backs on big brand household products and move towards the au naturel – water dilutions with lemon, vinegar or white spirits. But depending where they’re used, that’s not necessarily the answer. ‘Learn the PH scale 1-12’, says Sheila Goddard of Environmental Yacht Services and founder of ECOCREW. ‘Neutral cleaners are PH7 and are fine for leather, marble and granite for example. I knew a boat once with a beautiful lacquered top and the stew had been cleaning it with vinegar and water and slowly eroding the surface’. Most cleaning company experts agree that although caustic chemicals might seem to melt away the muck, they’ll do the damage over time. ‘Quick fix products don’t work,’ says Sheila, ‘you think they save time, but they create problems later and 90% of cleaning is elbow grease and nothing can replace it’.

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Chemical Dependency Nadine van Poeteren of Hepburn Bio Yacht Care agrees. Crew’s chemical dependency is one of their greatest mistakes; ‘ The traditional chemicals are aggressive by nature and they tend to burn off surfaces rather than clean, creating uneven levels which attract dirt and often damage the user as well’. Derek James of Dulon International, a Netherlands based company that develops advanced cleaning and maintenance products and solutions which are cost-effective, safe to work with and which have a minimal environmental impact also says that crew often use too harsh products that take away shine and do damage but he warns, ‘People are confused about what is green and what is not and there needs to be more regulation put into place to control the products on sale’. For those that need convincing that BIO products do the business, advocates claim they have the following advantages; they can ALL be stored in one locker, they are non-inflammable, they present no risk to the oceans because they biodegrade and they are not a danger to crew who use them often, in frequently confined spaces. They’re also non-reactive so there’s no risk of a chemical accident or toxic acid release. Generally speaking many products are multi-tasking so can be used throughout from engine room to laundry room and tend to be super concentrated. Hepburn Bio Yacht Care’s No.1 seller is their Bio Degreaser – a multi task product that, using different dilutions can be used in the engine room for tank cleaning, on teak decks, galleys and bathrooms. Dulon’s top seller is the Avitech Teak Protector, it stops teak getting dirty and going grey. Fragile surfaces aside, according to Nadine, it’s the unseen that commonly gets overlooked like not properly treating galley grey and accommodation grey and black water – it will cause bad smells and very bad tempers all over the boat. And talking of bad smells, Nadine remembers moving into SOS mode when blocked loos and overflowing pipes were fouling up the atmosphere and humiliating the guests on board a large super yacht. Hepburn Bio Yacht Care cured the problem by dosing the lines with non- aggressive de-scaler. If yachts don’t maintain their air conditioning units and filters, they may as well throw in the rag and head home – foul air, dust and bacteria coughs hard work back in your face.

What’s the damage? Black and grey water products used in loos, sinks, washing machines and dishwashers are the bane of the Bio Brigade because they do the most damage to the marine environment – real, lasting and serious damage – that helps to destroy the Med’s Seagrass (Posidonia Oceanica) beds. That’s why Sheila Goddard pushes her laundry and dishwasher products the most. It’s a hard business selling ECO products, more push than pull, she says and although some folk do adapt and go ECO, they don’t go far enough;

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Heather and Nick Higgs, together with their team of dedicated co-workers are able to service the complete laundry requirements of the boating community along the south west coast of Mallorca, both private and business callers. Being centrally located in Santa Ponsa they can cover all ports and marinas from Palma through to Andraxt in double quick time. From their modern Miele equipped laundry they offer a quick and efficient turnaround on all service washes and dry cleaning needs, allied to more specialist cleaning of leather and suede, canvas covers and off boat rug and carpet cleaning. For more details; Tel: + 34 971 693 271 or Email; kwikkleenmallorca@yahoo.com

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Carpet Marble offer the best technology for the best results. Concerned with the protection of the fabrics and the protection of the environment, they use Chem Dry products, which are well known around the world for their effectiveness. Besides cleanliness, each cleaning gives a hygenic protection and kills 100% of bacteria and acarids. They can also restore and protect marbles and high quality old stones using old fashion (hand crafting) and modern techniques by using new generation chemistry. For more details; Tel: + 33 (0) 609 52694

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Oxymorons ‘People don’t seem to grasp that the most environmental damage is done through the products they use in black and grey water waste. They buy whitener for colour laundry washes! That’s an oxymoron – what the brands selling these products mean is that they make colours look brighter but the reason they’re brighter is because they’re clouded in a film of chemicals’. The most likely people to buy her products are people with eczema – often brought on by too regular contact with vicious disinfectants. Whether you do or don’t do rub-a-dub-dub to an ECO friendly drum, Nick at Kwikkleen in Majorca is very busy cleaning your laundry. Most commonly requests for him to use ECO products in his washes come from crew or guests with skin disorders. His top tip?; ‘Don’t leave damp laundry bagged up. It leads to mould in the fabric which is very difficult to extract once in the weave’. And if all this talk of rubbing and scrubbing is making you weak at the knee, that’s fine because it’s time to STOP. Sheila’s been in the yachting business for 28 years and she believes levels of cleanliness are way too high; ‘People make themselves ill to have the cleanest of boats, or clean just to look busy. Yachts are cleaned to an unhealthy degree using highly toxic products that are designed to be used every week perhaps, but not every day and they are not supposed to be used together. Health tests are never done on the impact of using and breathing these combinations of chemicals up to five times a day’. She’s pretty convinced that the increase in women suffering hormonal problems in their mid-forties is linked to the number of chemical mixes we expose ourselves to in everyday life and will take their toll on the 20 year olds of today who spend 10 years of their lives working on yachts. Only half-jokingly she reckons we need a ‘Half Way House’ on land where stews can crawl and re-adjust to normal life; ‘These girls are working in chemical factories, like the ironing room for example. Who cleans loos with Q Tips? It’s not normal to iron perfectly smooth sheets on already made-up beds just before guests go to sleep. These girls lead abnormal, stressful and tiring lives’. But Shelia has plans to ease their load, maybe not

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Using Hepburn products helps keep our oceans as they should be Hepburn Bio Yacht Care has developed a range of environmentally friendly, super concentrated, phosphatefree, fully biodegradable & non-toxic cleaning products for interior, exterior and technical cleaning as well as treatment of organic waste water. From deck to engine room, to all interior cleaning needs.Their products are specifically designed to work in harmony with nature and help create a safer work and leisure environment for you with minimum impact on our oceans. Their product range offers many unique benefits and savings, such as a dramatic reduction in chemicals, bad odours, effluent solids, environmental infringement, chemical related accidents, and damage to surfaces and your crew! For more details; Tel: +377 97 70 30 50 or visit: www.hepburnbiocare.com

yet with a Half-Way-House but her ideas are percolating to open a shop in Antibes that will include an information point where stews can go to find someone who really, really does know how to remove chewing gum from gold embossed kid skin walls.

Standby Solutions

Try these store cupboard alternatives, they really work.

Baby oil is fantastic for keeping stainless steel appliances gleaming

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Lemons have amazing grease-cutting and deodorising properties, for a variety of uses.

Vinegar is fabulous for removing limescale and getting glassware gleaming.

Bicarbonate of soda can be used as a mild scourer to lift stains, remove bad odours or, in conjunction with vinegar, to keep your sink drain clear.

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Cliff diving has a strong association with Acapulco and in particular La Quebrada (The Break), now driven into successful commercialism by the ultimate extreme sports sponsor ‘Red Bull’, with spectator numbers hitting 10,000 – 20,000 people. There is no better way to spend a sunny afternoon than watching a guy throw himself off a cliff at 85kph in to the deep blue! In the 2012 World Series the athletes go head-to-head during seven stops between June and September in Europe, North America and the Middle East from a variety of spectacular and death defying platforms. The eleven outstanding athletes from around the world are packing their trunks (kindly sponsored by Red Bull) and getting ready for a whirlwind global adrenaline fuelled tour. Three years after its inception, the World Series is established as the pinnacle of high diving competition. The dives are more difficult than ever, but the most important facts remain the same: The best high divers in the world versus nature and gravity. Twisting and flipping 27 metres through the air and hitting the water after three seconds at 85kph. Natural and urban, remote and iconic – six of the seven selected locations are new to the calendar and promise demanding competition. Kicking off on June 22nd on the Mediterranean French island of Corsica, the World Series reaches its most northerly point in Grimstad (NOR) in early July and will touch Portuguese soil for the very first time on the volcanic islands of the Azores one month later. A mystic blowhole in Ireland hosts the midseason stop, and after a touchdown in the sports-mad city of Boston (USA) – the only unchanged location for 2012 – South Wales (UK) welcomes the divers in early September. Only three weeks later the grand final takes place in the Sultanate of Oman, in the picturesque Wadi Shab.

A Barani with a Twist The field of eleven set divers consists of the top seven from 2011 and the top four after the qualification competition in Australia earlier this year, coming from eight different countries and covering an age-range between 23 and 38 years. The permanent participants will be added to with up to three wildcard divers per event who will for the first time get awarded points for the overall rankings and might have a say in the final results. In a sport where three seconds can be an eternity and even the smallest mistake could cost you victory, a head-to-head battle will spice things up even further. Only the top seven divers after three rounds and one lucky loser will make it to the final heat.

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THE WHERE AND WHEN CORSICA Starting June 22nd Location: Bonifacio, City wall of the St Francois headland Platform height: 27m Average water temperature in June: 20°C Average air temperature in June: 25°C Type of water: Seawater (Mediterranean) NORWAY July 6th – 7th Location: Grimstad, Volcanic nature reserve off the coast Platform height: 27m Average water temperature in July: 20°C Average air temperature in July: 21°C Type of water: Seawater (Skagerrak Strait) PORTUGAL July 20th – 21st Location: Azonres / S.Miguel, Vila Franca Platform height: 27m Average water temperature in July: 22°C Average air temperature in July: 25°C Type of water: Seawater (Atlantic Ocean) IRELAND Aug 3rd – 4th Location: Inis Mor, Serpent’s Lair Platform height: 28m Average water temp in August: 15°C Average air temperature in August: 19°C Type of water: Seawater (Atlantic Ocean) USA Aug 24th – 25th Location: Boston, The ICA on Fan Pier Platform height: 27m Average water temp in August: 19°C Average air temperature in August: 23°C Type of water: Seawater (Boston Harbour) WALES Sept 7th – 8th Location: Pembrokeshire, Blue Lagoon Platform height: 27m

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There are 5 basic dives; Barani, Twist, Interrupted Position, Flying Position or the Blind Entry and impressing the judges is the only thing to concentrate on. Five international jurors who award scores from 0 to 10 for each dive judge the whole competition which consists of two required and two optional dives. The judges concentrate on 3 elements of a dive; the drop, the position in the air and entry into the water. US diving icon Greg Louganis, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, will again be part of the eleven-person panel whose eagle eyes will judge take-off, position in the air and water entry. In its fourth year, the 2012 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series will show its continued evolution with a series of innovations that will put the world’s cliff diving elite to the test. The motto remains the same: Only the best of the best can win the title.

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nce you understand what all the buzz is about, the challenge becomes two-fold. First: do you really want or need this new technology? Second: is the technology proven, or will you be putting yourself on the ‘Bleeding Edge’ of technological progress? While comparing your ship’s electronics to Star Trek might sound exciting, going “where no man has gone before” can be expensive, time-consuming, and frustrating. When it works out, you can shine like a superstar. Here is a breakdown on some of the latest technologies in Audio and Video along with our opinion of whether it is Leading Edge, Bleeding Edge, or Critical (i.e. you should not consider a system without it). A Leading Edge technology is one that will soon be Critical, once it has been proven a bit more, standards have been adopted, and the most successful manufacturer’s products excel; while Bleeding Edge technology is going to be unproven, with no clear manufacturer in a solid lead, requiring plenty of time and effort from your AV guys, not to mention euros from your wallet. Bleeding Edge is expensive; but with the right products and the right team you can leverage your way to a big win by being one of the first to stake your claim in these new frontiers. 1080P - 1080 Lines of Vertical Resolution.This is the highest resolution available on most consumer products in 2012, and is definitely a critical technology. HDMI - High-Definition Multimedia Interface.With few exceptions, if you want a 1080P picture, you need a digital connection, and HDMI is the most popular format. DVI is falling by the wayside, but keep your eyes peeled for the up and coming DisplayPort connection. Smaller than HDMI, more popular on laptops and the like, however, HDMI does not like to travel far, and many HDMI ‘extender’ technologies are still on the bleeding edge. Scan Rate - 60Hz vs. 120Hz vs. 240Hz vs. etc., etc. With 1080P, the image is displayed 1 line at a time, starting at the top, and progressively going to the bottom. The Scan Rate tells you how many times your display does that each second, and

while 120Hz is a noticeable improvement over 60Hz, the human eye cannot usually detect 240Hz and above scan rates as any different than 120Hz. 4K - Around 4000 lines of Horizontal resolution. Notice that we’re talking Horizontal and not Vertical resolution here, as with 1080P. Vertical resolutions of 4K products can vary greatly, from approximately 1700 pixels to over 3000, so do your due diligence before you buy. 4K technology is proven, but still expensive, and you’ll have a hard time finding 4K content any time soon. The ‘Cloud’. Apple, Amazon, and plenty of others have “jumped on the cloud”. Don’t be fooled. The cloud is nothing magical. It’s the internet and internet bandwidth is precious on boats. If you have owners and guests who have iPads and iPhones and want to use the cloud, make sure they are using 3G or 4G connections and not the vessel’s WiFi. Smart TVs, IPTV, Apparently, being able to use the internet for Netflix, Pandora, Web Surfing and the like makes your TV ‘smart’… but just like cloud technology, you don’t want to implement Smart TVs or IPTV on your vessel unless you want your internet connection to be constantly pushed to its limits.

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At one time relegated to applications where you needed a signal to travel miles rather than meters, fiber optics has found its way to HDMI distribution applications, and can extend the signal up to 1000 feet, with practically no loss or interference. However, fiber optic distribution systems are still in their infancy and have not been proven in the field to the extent that analog systems have, especially for very large systems. The major contenders in this field are feverishly working to get new products out, so this is definitely a bleeding edge technology, but unlike the cloud and Smart TVs, something you definitely want to consider for your superyacht in the near future. For more details Tel: +1 561 779 0160 or www.technogurus.us ON BOARD | SUMMER 2012 | 45

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The menial business of helping to fill shelves and source supplies moves into another realm when applied to satisfying the exotic and quixotic tastes on board the Super Yachts. Claire Griffiths says that it takes flair, ingenuity and an unflinching ‘can-do’ spirit to come up with the goods on time.

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The business of providing life’s basic (and not so basic) ingredients to satisfy the exotic (and quixotic) tastes of Super Yacht moves into a realm that can only be undertaken A bit like little elves at Christmas time, there exists in the Med a band of folk who spend their summer lives shifting through shopping lists, scratching their heads and then hopping into action to serve up solutions to super yacht guests’ and owners’ sudden whims and fill galley stocks and stores when they get bare . The requests they receive might not be quite so polite (or cute) as the ‘Dear Santa’ letters earmarked for Lapland but the ‘Please, PLease, PLEAse’ nature of the requests is no less ‘make or break’ and usually A LOT more urgent and (weird). Often they work when the rest of

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the world sleeps so you might spot them cantering across canals through Venice at 2am in the morning for 10 litres of (all things)milk, charging around Sardinia in search of live pet ducks, or working out what and in God’s name how you find the materials to make a spud gun? Ugur Kara, Managing Partner of BWA Yachting Turkey can tell you if you really want to know. Meanwhile, Alberto of Nautica Assistance in Sardinia spent one long, hot summer sourcing 50 x 100 cm panels of FRESH grass to dot around the island for the owner’s pet to pee on… It’s all in dawg-gone crazy day’s work down here. Had you ever checked on a day in the life of Ron Smith of Vins Sans Frontières you might’ve found him furrowing his brow as the order came in for some Siamese Fighting Fish which he furnished since happily the warehouse is near a large pet shop and, freakily, had some Fighting Fish: Order book the next day? Yup, he guessed right: Fish food. Or maybe you found him down the Pharmacy buying up a load of pregnancy test kits; ‘One charter it was pretty much only pregnancy test kits,’ he remembers, ‘That must have been one hell of a charter’.

BANG ON TREND The latest food and drink ideas that are making a big splash YUZU is the little Japanese citrus fruit making a big noise amongst the top mixologists around the world. Looking like a tiny grapefruit, it tastes more like the love child of mandarin and lime. Cocktail bars from Tokyo to NYC are seeing this hard to find fruit squeezed into creations like Belvedere Pink Yuzu Sour, a premium vodka mixed with grapefruit, honey and egg white.

Rare requests Weird requests are one thing, but rarity is another and it even has Ron, a Master of Wine, having a wobble sometimes. He remembers an occasion when he was asked to source a particular Montrachet wine (the most valuable white wine in the world) that a client had previously enjoyed in a restaurant in Moscow: ’We searched all the suppliers and telephoned the winemaker discovering, eventually, that the only remaining bottles of this wine that were not in private ownership, and possibly at all, were still in that restaurant in Moscow’. Needless to say, the owner fired up his private jet and bought the Burgundy bottles direct from the restaurant. ‘In the end’, says Ron, ‘We earned nothing except reputation for dedication and professionalism. But, for us that is worth a lot’. Second-guessing is another thing that Ron gets good at: Like when for example he was asked to source Angelo Gaja 2002 vintage wine. 2002 was a good vintage in Burgundy, but rubbish in the Gaja region of Italy – the client was clearly confused. Says Ron, ‘Gaja is so good he simply didn’t make that particular wine at all that year and even we cannot supply the non-existent’. Luigi Spiaggi CEO of Mansueto Group in San Remo has crossed night skies and continents (and crash landed) to fulfil delivery orders which in one case meant chartering a small jet plane from Italy to Sharm-el-Sheik in Egypt. He hunkered down for the flight with the shopping for a long and bumpy flight and despite an exploding front wheel on landing, still got the goods delivered on time. Time of course, is the one thing these provisioning agents hardly ever have and delivery confirmation orders for, say, 12 charter guests arrive on Luigi’s desk at 11pm some nights for ‘drop-off’ 12 hours later: ‘It happened at the Monaco Grand Prix this year’, says Luigi, ‘So, I was up in my office until 02h00 translating shopping lists from English to Italian, organising my guys for the fresh fruit and veg markets, placing the fish order and then back in the warehouse at 06h00 to prepare the delivery’. 12h00 the next day, Luigi delivered on deadline. Requests to get cases of broccoli to the island of Elba within four hours are just plain part of his complicated daily life.

Now you CAN have your caviar and eat it. ETHICAL CAVIAR is the buzzword on the glitziest tables around the world and it’s the Latvians leading the charge. Mottra caviar produce an ethical and sustainable caviar by “milking” the eggs from farmed sturgeon rather than culling wild sturgeon for their eggs. Pop that blini into your mouth guilt-free and congratulate yourself with a glass of fine Champagne.

KIMCHI is now de rigeur. Korean fermented cabbage has never had it so good in London, even appearing on a burger courtesy of Hawksmoor. Kimchi and pig’s head croquette? Yep, it’s being done.

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Dancing on ice Barely anything sends shivers down the spines of the derring-do delivery dudes – even blocks of ice. And as proof we zoom down onto the canals in Venice in May this year at the recent America’s Cup World Series Races where one mega yacht owner decided to throw a party and needed a party ‘piece’. Who do you call when the missing party piece is an ice sculpture of a 2 metre catamaran AND a 1 metre replica of the America’s Cup Trophy? In this case he called JLT Yacht Agency, associate partner of BWA Yachting, the operational partner of the America’s Cup programme. So the JLT guys flicked through their little black books, located the master designers of ice and (fretting and sweating just a little) set about wending the works of art through the slow and complicated canals of the city in a specially refrigerated boat … But all this provisioning and providing on time comes at a price, and the price isn’t just money – it’s waste. Sheila Goddard of Environmental Yacht Services and founder of the ECO CREW charity knows bin loads more than she’d like to about what yachts end up having to chuck out; She’s had brand new, unopened model boats and planes, complete sets of baby equipment including baby chairs, cots and changing mats; ‘One boat even gave me two sets because they didn’t know if they were expecting a boy or girl baby charter guest – and in end guests brought their own – and they weren’t cheap ones either – they were from a proper baby shop’. And she’s had swimming pools, sea toys, and once 100 mini jars of anchovies that the chef didn’t want the hassle (or have the room) to store. Don’t talk to Sheila about scatter cushions – they tend to knock the stuffing out of her…’last year I counted 170 scatter cushions being thrown out. When yachts change their interiors they don’t just change the cushion covers, they throw out the whole thing!’ Shorts, linen and towels are received (and now found new homes thanks to the ECO CREW network) on a regular basis and so too is frozen food which the Red Cross does now take but she still finds the waste a little ‘heartbreaking’ – ‘I once had 60 packets of bread from all over the world – UK, USA, Greece from just two boats – to me that is just bad purchasing and overspending’, says Sheila, ‘We over buy on the boats, it’s the nature of the job, and people are always afraid of running out or being badly equipped. I am sorry, but you don’t need 100 mini bottles of shampoo, you really don’t. Take soft drinks for example – how can you let them go out of date? Why buy until what you have runs out?’ Last week she was given a brand new top of the range oven, a set of electronic scales and a toaster. Today she received a heater and the ECO CREW van drove to La Ciotat to pick up the contents of a yacht – and tomorrow (or sometime not long later) – Sheila is determined to make ECO CREW a self-sustainable charity, possibly by opening a yacht charity shop (yacht branding and names removed of course). ‘When yachts get rid of stuff, they need an official tax receipt in some cases and we can give them that’, she adds.

The big Champagne brands are under attack. The inclusion of “GROWER” CHAMPAGNES on the best restaurant lists in the world is increasing, wines made by producers who own their own vines as well as making the juice that goes in the bottle. If they are good enough for “The World’s Best Restaurant”, Noma in Copenhagen, we should take note.

KOBE BEEF SLIDERS may be the most decadent bar snack ever, a mini burger that brings a gourmet touch to this American classic, and popping up in chic bars around the globe. Add some foie gras to the patty and you have a nailed on canapé winner.

BARREL-AGED COCKTAILS are to the fore at cocktail bar VOC in London, a seventeenth century inspired Punch House from the era of the Dutch East India company. Punches of Tanqueray Rangpur lime infused gin, with fresh horseradish? Salty sea dogs apply here.

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who’s Providing From the finest Black Angus beef to the freshest flowers, between these guys can you get pretty much what you want, where you want it, when you want it. Yacht Pantry

Provisioning has come a long way in Croatia since 2008 thanks to The Yacht Pantry. The TYP team really do go the extra mile to assist captains, chefs and stewardesses in making life a little easier while cruising in this sometimes tricky part of the world. With extensive product knowledge and sole focus on provisioning they understand the importance of communication and delivering your orders with care and punctuality. They are always available to discuss your provisioning needs, or pass on some local knowledge. This great service also extends down to their recently opened branch in Montenegro where TYP offers a range of imported products that are in demand and not available locally. For more details: + 385 91 528 2538 or visit www.yachtpantry.com

Frangipani

Luxury British brand Molton brown has a vast selection of toiletries and accessories for charter guests, and this season sees the launch of their exciting ‘Essentials Collection’. Frangipani, as distributor to the yachting sector, holds stock of all Molton Brown products for immediate delivery. For outside, Frangipani also supplies a range of sun creams (Piz Buin, Avene, Esthederm, Lancaster) and durable rattan baskets of all sizes. Finally to bring freshness to the interior they can deliver the very best orchids, plants and floral arrangements along the Cote d’Azur. For more details ; Tel :+ 33 (0)6 03 90 75 44 or visit: www.frangipani.fr

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EGP In 1964, EGP established itself as supplier of fine yachts and serviced the famous Onassis family. Under new management since 2011, EGP is now present in St Maarten, Caribbean. With an exclusive catalogue of fine wines, champagnes cognacs and spirits, cigars and tobaccos products as well as fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, delicatessen and pastries EGP delivers from St Tropez to San Remo yachts and villas. The company groups purchases for international delivery, cruise ships, and embassies. EGP also has the largest stock of Cuban cigars and negotiates the best fuel prices. We provide excellence wherever you go, continually. EGP Telephone +33 (0) 492 99 55 30 Fax: +33 (0) 4 93 48 23 80 Nathalie +33 (0)6 22 86 02 80 egp@egpfrance.com n.mayet@egpfrance.com

Spirit Services

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Spirit Services is a specialist provisioning company for Yachts and Villas on the French Riviera. Their strength comes from their rich experience in the industry, having the knowledge of the products and understanding the importantance of quality and reactivity at competitive prices. They pride themselves on delivering a wide range of products at the highest quality such as Wagyu beef, fresh cleaned and vacuum packed fish, caviar … they also offer a large selection of champagne and wines and spirits from all around the world. For more details; Tel: + 33(0)4 83 44 73 37 or visit www.spirit-services.net

Gourmet Deliveries

Gourmet Deliveries is one of the leading Yacht Provisioning companies on the Riviera, based on the Nice Market and on Paris Rungis market and offers a full range of produce for the galley and for the interior. Being true fruit and vegetable specialists from the market, they also provide fantastic meat, fish, caviar, general groceries, Asian, English and Russian specialities, cheeses, frozen foods, breads and pastries, organic produce, professional chef’s products, kosher and halal foods, kitchen equipment… For the interior, they can offer beautiful flowers and flower arrangements, cleaning/household produce, waters, soft drinks, wines and spirits…. All produce is delivered in refrigerated vehicles along the French and Italian Riviera and throughout Europe. For more details; Tel: + 33 (0)6 18 73 80 20 or email:orders@gourmet-deliveries.com

Froggy Gourmet

After 11 years of experienced froggy Gourmet have decided to move closer to the marina in the old town of Antibes next to “le marché provençal”. Being an ex yacht chef himself owner Bruno understands your demands and is always searching for the little touch to surprise you. The new shop opened opened last year and offers original and tasty product from around the globe.Spices, mustard, seaweed, rare rices, Black Angus from Kansas, Wagyu from Australia, caviar, truffle, Patta Negra, pastry products and many other products that will stimulate your cooking imagination. For more details ; Tel : + 33(0)6.10.82.40.85 or email:: info@froggygourmet.fr

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Mad Cowes A

Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week is not only one of the longest running and successful sporting events in the UK, but is also the world’s largest regatta of its kind, often attracting over 1,000 entries and upwards of 100,000 visitors. Although the regatta has evolved hugely over the last 186 years, there are still aspects that remain unchanged, which gives it that unique identity including the Firework display which has taken place on the final Friday of the event since the early days. It may be a fun regatta with a Champagne cork-popping, cocktail party reputation but the highly competitive, professionally-run race format is the reason why so many visiting world class sailors including Olympic, America’s Cup, global ocean racers turn up year after year to compete for some of the world’s most treasured silverware. Because the start of the event coincides with the end of the Olympics, the closing ceremony of the Games will be shown on big screens throughout Cowes on Sunday 12 August. Also most of Skandia Team GBR’s sailors will be heading straight from Weymouth from the Olympic Games to Cowes on Friday 17 August to celebrate the penultimate day at Cowes Week. Cowes Week has always attracted Royalty and celebrities and in recent years the likes of Zara Phillips has raced regularly at

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the event. Other sports and TV personalities spotted racing include James Cracknell, Matthew Pinsent, David Gower, Alan Titchmarsh, Ben Fogle and Davina McCall.

Classes and Racing format With over 1,000 boats taking part and 40 different classes to contend with, the organisers, Cowes Combined Clubs, split the racing into Black and White groups – smaller open day boats (White), larger yachts with cabins (Black). This year there’ll be plenty of big, glamorous racing machines to watch out for including Open 60s, MOD 70s, TP52s, IRC 52s, and a host of fast racing machines such as Extreme 40s taking part in exhibition racing. The biggest class to watch out for, in terms of number of entries, is the classic X One-Design with its distinct X insignia on the sail. Last year the class celebrated its centenary and mustered an almighty 145-boat fleet. Because of the complexity of getting 1,000 boats off the start line, there is, not surprisingly, only one race per day. Watch the starts from the Royal Yacht Squadron, from The Green (in front of the Esplanade) or The Parade.

Race Information

With thousands taking part including some of the world’s greatest sailing celebrities and Olympic champions, it is not surprising Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week continues to hold its reputation as one of the greatest shows on earth. Sue Pelling reports

When: 11-18 August 2012 Where: Cowes, Isle of Wight, Hampshire Tourist Information: The Arcade, Fountain Quay, Cowes, Isle of Wight PO31 7AR Telephone: +44 (0)1983 813 813 Event website: www.aamcowesweek.co.uk General Regatta Enquiries: +44 (0)1983 295 744 Radio Station: Cowes Radio on 87.7FM

How to take part While most racing teams will have already organised their core crew for the August event, there’ll be hundreds of other teams on boats seeking extra crew. One of the most effective ways of bagging a ride at the regatta is to sign on to the Crew Search Forum on: www.aamcowesweek.co.uk. How to get there By air: Nearest airports: Eastleigh (Southampton) or Hurn (Bournemouth) but all London airports (Gatwick, Heathrow, or City) are within easy reach by car or train.

Social scene Cowes Week is renowned for its lively social scene. There are three main social hubs open to the public which include Marine Parade (near the RYS), Cowes Yacht Haven in the centre, and Shepherd’s Wharf, slightly further up river. Marine Parade will be buzzing with pop, reggae blues and rock bands performing all week and the Sail 4 Gold Bar is a highly popular after-race refreshments venue. The friendly team at the Regatta Centre, adjacent, will also be able to provide advice and information on the week. Cowes Yacht Haven is the centre of the marina action. As well as the main, central beer tent, you’ll find a cocktail bar, live entertainment on the Gill stage each day, and a retail village. Entry to the Haven is free (excluding Fireworks night).

Shepards Wharf Marina is located just a few minutes walk from the High Street (near the chain ferry) on Medina Road. Here you’ll find a beer tent with lots of entertainment and the late night Crew Bar is open from 11am until 2am but be aware that some of the evening parties require tickets for entry, including the Mount Gay Rum Red Cap crew party on Thursday 16 August. The official event charity, Toe in the Water, will also be holding a Best of British crew party on Friday 17 August.

Toe in the water gala dinner Toe in the water is hosting a Vintage British Supper party on Sunday 12 August. This 1940s-themed event is taking place at Northwood House and tickets, to be purchased in advance, cost £80 per head.

Ferries to the Isle of Wight: There are regular ferries to and from the Island from Southampton via Red Funnel. Taking a car? - book beforehand. Foot passengers can either go by Red Funnel ferry, or take the high speed Red Jet, which takes just 23 minutes, and disembarks conveniently in the heart of Cowes. Telephone UK: 0844 844 9988 or +44 845 155 2442 Website: www.redfunnel.co.uk Alternative ferries: Ferry service from either Portsmouth or Lymington to the Isle of Wight. For details go to: www.wightlink.co.uk

For details email: info@toeinthewater.org.

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Tunisia Cruising Notes Just back from 10 days cruising around Tunisia, a few notes by Tim Morley.

1. If the expected winds are from the South or East it’s time

to explore the Gulf of Tunis and the North coast including Bizerte and Tabarka. If the winds are due to blow from the North or West then find the shelter of Cap Bon and use Hammamet as your base. Beware the tip of Cap Bon is prone to large waves if there is a strong wind against the current. There are also rocks off the point just west of the tip of Cap Bon (Sidi Daoud). The water between Sidi Daoud and the island of Zembra is rich in large Tuna, which is fished and in large-part exported to Japan.

2. Zembra is a military island and widely understood to be off-limits, but anchoring is possible providing you contact the authorities. There are some smaller islands to the east of the main island, the larger of which is called Zembretta.

3. On the west side of Cap Bon, in the bay of Tunis, there are

some good anchorages just north of the village of Korbus/Qurbus. Look for small patches of smooth water and you may find hot volcanic springs, with tiny bubbles rising to the surface and noticeably warm water if you swim through it. There is volcanic mud on the shore that is apparently good for the skin. Also look for a bay with a small beach that has a makeshift ‘restaurant shack’ that can offers BBQ fish. The other side of the Gulf of Tunis is Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, where many wealthy Tunisians and expats live, and there are numerous places of interest ashore for guests and crew. Contact Tim Morley for assistance, and highly recommended are the Hotel Plaza Corniche (for it’s popular bar and restaurants) and Villa Didon (for it’s ambiance and view of the Punic ports of Carthage).

4. On the east side of Cap Bon you can find a great anchorage

at Kelibia, with a restaurant perched on a rocky outcrop. In

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summer there are many locals swimming off the beach and the rocks, and landing guests by tender is challenging (there is no dock for the restaurant yet). The water is clear and turquoise and there is a fine sand beach. Kelibia is also overlooked by an ancient fort, which provides a dramatic backdrop for the anchorage. We had a great experience in the fishing port of Kelibia, where the Harbourmaster could not have been more friendly or helpful, and we found the local restaurant delivered an excellent three-course Tunisian style meal to our boat, with waiter service as though it was one of his tables. Sure, the port was dirty and smelled of fish, but the bill for mooring for the night was 7 Euros and we had a great time.

5. Hammamet port has gone way up in my estimations. During

the summer months the nightlife is good, with many bars within walking distance of the yachts. A taxi ride into Hammamet town is worthwhile, and there are two good ‘international standard’ restaurants to choose from ‘Barberousse’ and ‘Achour’. The service in the marina is excellent, and the staff could not be more helpful. The Police and the Customs are there to do a job, and while they might be frustratingly slow with the formalities, they are friendly. Fuel is available from the fuel station, including the European standard ‘Gasoil 50’ which is low sulphur, though we found they can’t take a credit card outside of office hours, so local currency cash was often the only way to pay for fuel. Our only other issue was that provisioning in Hammamet is challenging, as the marina supermarket is limited.

The best day trip from Hammamet is to anchor off the Sindbad hotel, with its beach club and terrace restaurant. The clientele is mainly well-to-do Tunisians, and the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable.

ANNUAL RENTAL FEES IN HAMMAMET (EUROS)

16 – 20m EUR 4,152 per year 20 – 25m EUR 5,190 per year 25 – 30m EUR 6,488 per year 30 – 35m EUR 8,304 per year 35 – 40m EUR 12,456 per year 40 – 50m EUR 17,646 per year 50 – 60m EUR 26,988 per year 60 – 80m EUR 46,710 per year 80 – 110m EUR 65,394 per year Electricity is around 15 cents per Kw/h Water is around EUR 1.55 per cubic metre.

Many other places are worth visiting in Tunisia. The people are friendly and not threatening – almost all of them speak French and they are helpful. In most coastal areas it is fine for girls to wear bikinis and mini-shorts, but in non-tourist areas modest dress will be more advisable. There are miles and miles of beaches on the East coast, and more picturesque caps and bays on the north coast. The abundance of interesting culture, combined with a friendly and welcoming population, make Tunisia a great place to visit by yacht. Seafood is excellent – the Sport Nautique restaurant in Bizerte is outstanding, and the Tunisian red and white wine is very drinkable.

speaking English, French and Italian. Take advantage of low cost fuel (50 – 60 cents per litre), and as well as cruising Tunisia you can easily cruise 2 hours from the coast to the Italian island of Pantelleria.

Italian Tax

Avoid Italian tax by keeping a yacht in Tunisia. It is safe and inexpensive (see grid above). Services are available for guardianage and maintenance. Cruising to the Italian islands from Tunisia is easy: Pantelleria is 40nm, and Sicily is 85nm from Kelibia. Sardinia is 110nm from Bizerte.

Charter

The 60 foot yacht we cruised on is available for charter in Tunisia, based out of Hammamet. Very attractive charter rates available – less than half the price of Europe. Three cabins. Captain

Tim Morley: +216 21 87 21 56 or +377 6 80 86 30 91 (tim@morleyyachts.com)

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TABLE TALK

On Board drops in to some favourite restaurants in

Porto Cervo

Sardinia

Hivaoa Porto Cervo A family run restuarant serving tradtional Sardinian and mediterranean food. Pastas, fish, local méats and vegetarian. Open from Apil to October from noon until midnoght everyday. A great view near the port and a perfect stop for either a meal or just a snack and a drink. Offering free wifi and sky TV. Great service and great well priced food. €€ Via della Marina, Porto Cervo marina. Tel: 0789 91451

La Briciola A little further inland on a dusty road, this resturant offers great prices and is perfect for groups. A full pizza experience with a good seelction of pastas and seafood. Drinks are reasonably priced. Family run so you know the service will be great. Try the fitto misto – you won’t be disspaointed but save some room for desert ! €€ Liscia di Vacca, Arzachena, Tel: 0789 91409

Il Peperone Close to the Piazetta Square in the centre of town, family run with great service – a good idea to book and if you’re in the mood live music ! Home made pasta is the obvious choice but the pizza is great and as ever deserts are delicious. It can be busy so if there’s a few of you make a reservation. Drinks are reasonably priced. €€€ Via Sa Conca, angolo Via Cerbiatta, Tel: 0789 907049

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Cipriani Sit back and just watch the crowd. Enjoyment to the max on this front. Indulge in the seafood dishes of crab claws and grilled octopus. If you make it past the apetisers you’re doing well. The best option at times is to just launch straight into the desert of tiramisu, baker tortes and sorbets. €€€€€ Via Rocce Sul Pevero, Golfo Pero, Porto Cervo, Tel: 0789 94192

Spinnaker Porto Cervo A traditional and fabulous restaurant if you want to push the boat out a little. Great for fresh fish and the traditional fare. Tuna carpaccio is recommended plus ALL the home made deserts. The wine list is OK and not too expensive. Good staff, can get busy in mid season so book in advance. €€€€ Liscia di vacca, Porto Cervo Tel: 0789 91226

San Lorenzo A little bit our of town but worth the taxi fare. Great service, great food, apetisers are worth the trip alone. All the seafood is superb and fresh as can be. A great choice for all and the wine list is perfectly priced. Book a table if there’s a crowd and relax on the terrace and enjoy the night skys. €€€ S.ta Teresina, Porto Cervo. Tel: 0789 98942

Serves 4: 400g scorpion fish 1 carrot 1 stick of celery 1 onion 2 sun-dried tomatoes 1 vine tomato 1 potato 1 sachet of saffron strands extra virgin olive oil stale bread pepper Fillet the scorpion fish. Make a stewing sauce from the fish bones, carrot, onion, celery, sun-dried tomatoes and vine tomatoes. Once cooked, pass through a sieve and season with salt and pepper Pour into a soup dish and garnish with potatoes balls (use a melon baller) boiled with water, salt and saffron. Steam the scorpion fish separately and then arrange on top of sauce. Garnish with a thin slice of stale bread.

STEAMED SCORPION FISH on a bed of sauce

Cervo Hotel, Il Grill Restaurant

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galley gadgets

In the mix

The Ankarsrum Assistent® Original is as local as a product can be. The motor and most of the machine have been developed, manufactured and assembled in the workshop in Ankarsrum, a mill town in Småland, southern Sweden. 800W motor, 7 litre stainless steel bowl. All available in a range of cool colours www.purecookshop.co.uk €725

High tech gadgets. You may not need them, but you could certainly get used to them. Frozen asset

The NitroCream G5 is a commercial-Grade liquid nitrogen ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet and cocktail machine. Manufactured with aircraft aluminium and available with any powder-coat finish. Each machine is hand built and assembled. 21st century ice cream making at its best! www.nitrocream.com €12,250

Defying gravity

Wow your guests with magical levitation, nothing up your sleeves? Levitate a wide variety of objects up to 300g. The floating distance is approx 3cm, magnet diameter - 40mm. www.infusions4chefs.co.uk €225

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Drying out

Food dehydration with gentle heat intensifies natural flavours and preserves the goodness in food that you want to store. Using a temperature controlled, fan forced, horizontal drying system mounted in the rear. The Adjustable thermostat (85-145 degrees F) allows perfect drying every time. 9 polycarbonate drying trays come as standard and are dishwasher safe. www.infusions4chefs.co.uk €300

Roll up

Biome Limited are the exclusive European handler of original Suzumo Machinery, the pioneering Japanese company which developed the worlds first sushi robot. Their latest robot the SVR-NXA is the latest innovation making sushi easy to create, they also have a machine to individually wrap each piece of sushi, how cool is that! www.biomelimited.com €13,000

The perfect kit

Smoking permitted

Food smoking is a great way to enhance the flavour of foods, and one that spans hundreds of years, cuisines, and cultures. Food smokers are capable of genuine low temperature cold smoking while equally capable of hot smoking, barbecuing, and slow roasting. www.bradleysmoker.co.uk €400

The elBulli Mini Kit gives you a fantastic selection of elBulli Texturas products with a host of applications possible. Reverse Spherification (Gluco, Algin, Xantana), a set of Eines (tools), Lecite for your Airs & Foams and Agar perfect for Hot Jellies, Spaghetti etc. All offering hours of experimentation in the galley. www.infusions4chefs.co.uk €100

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FOOD SNIPPETS

Top 10

Exclusive and Rare Foods The rarest and most sought-after morsels with ludicrous price tags

10. Saffron

Got to have a little spice in your life. The highest ranking spice is this elusive Indian spice. Just one pound can take 50,000 to 75,000 flowers to make. €4,000 per kilo

The Dansuke Watermelon Black and only grown on the northern Japanese Island of Hokkaido. Only about 65 grow in a season, usually given as rare gifts. €4500

8. Yubari Melon Another Japanese fruit, the Yuari melon is grown in Yubari,Hokkaido, a small town near to Sapporo. It is said the High volcanic ash content in the soil makes it the sweetest and juiciest melons in the world. €180 - €700 per kilo

7. Matsutake Mushroom Found on particular

pine trees in Japan, Korea and China. Pungent, spicey, meaty. referred to as the ”king of autumn flavour” €250 – €1400 per Kilo

6. Chocopologie by Knipschildt A handmade

Pocket Rocket

Pita bread doesn›t always have to be turned into san dwiches; try these pita chips. Preheat oven to 180C/g as 4. Slice open afew pita breads and place on a baking tray. Rub with a peeled garlic clove and sprinkle wit h a dried chilli and dri ed oregano. Drizzle with olive oil an d bake for 5 mins until golden. Break into shards, spr inkle with salt and ser ve.

Soul Sauce

Tabasco is the mother of hot sauces Facts Origin

Tabasco sauce was invented by Edmund McIlhenny, who returned to Avery island after the Civil War to find his plantation destroyed, apart from some chilli plants which he had planted as an experiment before the war. The seeds were a gift from his friend Colonel Maunsel White,who had bought them back from mexico and who himself had produced a hot sauce the recipe of which he gave to Mc Ilhenny.

Name

5. Kobe Beef Another entry from Japan, this time from

The name Tabasco refers to the Mexican state but is also the name of the chillies used to make the hot sauce. colonel Maunsel White had previously produced his own sauce, which was called Tobasco- a nmis spelling of the name of the state.

4. Caviar The Almas Caviar variety is the most highly

Key matches

3. White Truffle The holy grail of mushrooms is the

Varieties

chocolate truffle that contains 70% Valrhona cacoa and black truffle. Created by Danish Chocolatier Fritz knipchildt. €4000 per kilo

the worlds most pampered cowes fed on the best grass and beer ! The cowes receive daily massages to ensure tenderness. €560 per kilo

esteemed. The word Alma is Iranian for diamond. The Beluga fish takes 20 years to mature limiting egg production. A waiting list of 4 years. €12500 - €24000 per kilo

White truffle. Pigs route them out in woods as the unique odour resembles their own sex hormones. Found in areas of Itlay and Croatia. €2400 – €3200 per kilo

2. Bird’s Nest Soup The caviar of the East, served in China for over 400 years. Made from the saliva nests built by cave swifts, found in southeast China. Believed to have nutritional, medicinal and aphrodisiac properties. €1500 – €3200 per kilo

Gold With no ill effect on the human body if eaten, just eat it because you can ! Popular around the time of the Oscars used for drinks, Oscar shaped cookies. Sad I know but, when you have the cash…. what else is there to do ? €25000 - €88000 per kilo

bloody Mary cocktails, oysters, steak tartare, chicken wings, tomato soup, shellfish

Original, Habanero,Chipotle, Jalapeno, Buffalo, Garlic, Sweet & Spicy

Bet you didn�t know

The classic 2fl oz bottle cotains 720 drops of Tabasco.

Go Figger

Carbonised figs found in Israel are estimated by experts to be 11,200 years old. This makes the fig the oldest known plant cultivated for food, thought to predate the cultivation of crops such as wheat, barley and vegetables.

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THE CORKER Bordeaux is without doubt the most famous wine region in the world. But, says wine guru Jamie Goode within this region lie extremes

t one end of the Bordeaux region we have the elite of the wine world: the collectible wines from the very top estates, which for many are as much an investment vehicle as they are for drinking pleasure. Then, at the other end, we have enormous quantities of cheap Bordeaux that no one really wants any more. Thus within the same region there are producers who are millionaires, and those who are now faced with the prospect of bankruptcy. The Bordeaux region is a large one, and it is split down the middle by a large river that leads to an estuary. The Gironde slices through the region, fed from the Dordogne and Garonne rivers that meet in the city of Bordeaux. The bit most people think of when they’re talking about Bordeaux is the Médoc, on the left bank. Here, in a glorious strip of land running north to south, the famous appellations of the Médoc abut each other: northernmost is Saint-Estephe, then Pauillac, then Saint Julien, then Margaux. Further down still, and also on the left bank,

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are the Graves and Pessac-Leognan appellations. Cleverly, back in 1855 the Medoc was classified into a series of growths, from fifth to first. This was done on the basis of sale prices of the wines, and it has proven a brilliant and surprisingly resilient hierarchy and marketing tool. These classed growths take in most of the famous names of Bordeaux, with the first growths – Latour, Lafite, Margaux, Haut Brion and Mouton Rothschild (added in 1973, the only such promotion to have taken place) representing the elite of the wine world. Outside this classification there are still some good wines, but if you are not a classed growth, there is a barrier to how much you can make for your wines. The left bank is Cabernet Sauvignon territory, with all wines being a blend of the classic Bordeaux varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec), but with Cabernet Sauvignon forming the backbone.

Right bank

Then, on the right bank, we have the subregions of St Emilion and Pomerol. These regions are dominated by Merlot, with Cabernet Franc usually in the blend. St Emilion and Pomerol lack a similar classification to the Médoc, but there are still some very famous names on the right bank, of which Chateau Petrus (Pomerol) and Chateau Cheval Blanc (St Emilion) lead the field. The right bank is also home to the ‘garagistes’: small operations making hugely expensive, critically lauded wines. Because great Bordeaux is used as an investment by many, the good wines are really expensive. The top wines, from a great vintage, are not only costly (2009 Chateau Lafite was fetching more than £1000 a bottle when it was recently offered for sale, even though it hadn’t yet been bottled), they’re also really hard to get hold of. This puts them out of the reach of normal people, especially considering that by the time restaurant mark-ups have been applied the bottles will typically have trebled in price. So what of the cheaper wines? Is it possible to get good value for money from Bordeaux? Here lies the problem. The reason the expensive wines are expensive is because they are really good. They’re really good for two reasons: first, the vineyards are well situated, with ideal soils for growing top quality grapes. Second, because you can get a lot of money for the wines, the owners take a lot of care in the cellar, selecting only the best grapes from their property for their top wine, and declassifying the rest for their second wines, or even selling them off. The problem faced by growers outside the top vineyard areas – and there are a lot of them – is that however much care they take in the winery, their vineyards just don’t produce top quality grapes. They are forced into a vicious spiral. Because their wines sell cheaply, they need to increase yields to make more wine to make more money, and the wine quality decreases yet further. For red wines, in a region like Bordeaux, quality and yield are closely matched. There are some 12,000 growers in the non-posh bit of Bordeaux – appellations such as Bordeaux Superieur, Côtes de Francs, Côtes de Castillon, Côtes de Blaye and Entre-Deux-Mers - many of whom sell their wine through the 25 leading negociants who are responsible for 85% of Bordeaux wine. There are some good wines made here, but not very many – the majority are ungenerous, a bit green, and not that much fun to drink.

The great white hope

There is some hope, though, for the non-posh appellations of Bordeaux, and that is with their white wines. White Bordeaux wines are largely based on the now-trendy Sauvignon Blanc grape, with supporting roles from Semillon and Muscadelle. Bordeaux Sauvignon can be affordable, fresh and bright, with attractive grassy fruit. Negociants such as Dourthe, Calvet and Yvon Mau are making some very appealing Sauvignons that are hitting the right price points and delivering the flavours that consumers want. Given the choice of a cheap red or white Bordeaux, I’d go for the white every time. If you are interested in wine, you can’t ignore Bordeaux. But the story of the world’s most famous wine region is definitely one of the haves and have-nots, living together in close proximity.

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Fuel Thought for

Somewhat inconvenient, occasionally dirty and often smelly but bunkering is always necessary. Michael Howorth looks at some of the doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ts of securely loading fuel oil on board superyachts 68 | summer 2012 | on board

The task of taking on fuel aboard a superyacht is, in seamanlike terminology referred to as bunkering. Thus a yacht taking on fuel is bunkering and a fuel agent is the man often called a bunkers agent who arranges for the supply of fuel to ships and superyachts alike. The process is somewhat inconvenient, occasionally dirty and often smelly but always necessary. As such it becomes routine and as with any shipboard routine it can be viewed as a monotonous, somewhat boring and uninteresting task. Yet because fuel is flammable and the gas it gives off explosive the task has to be performed taking great care and utilising great vigilance.

Watch and learn

Roland Bourgeaud, Yacht Fuel Services

It is not a task that should be delegated downwards to those who might not fully understand what is going on. Instead junior crew should watch and learn from their seniors how it is done what is undertaken in the way of safety noting all the precautions taken. Senior crews should encourage such observation and should take the time to explain what they are doing and why. The dangers are two fold. Firstly there is the risk of fire and or explosion that could lead to damage, injury and, in the worst case, death. The second huge risk is spillage and that can give rise to charges of pollution, which in turn can result in fines, vessel detainment and even in the most extreme cases the removal of certificates from competent officers. The decision to take bunkers is generally made by the yachts Master, her engineer or manager or by all three discussing the matter together. Whoever makes the decision to order fuel should do so using companies that know and understand the process of bunkering yachts. Superyachts are not the same as commercial ships when it comes to taking fuel and suppliers who think otherwise are best avoided. Superyachts frequently have smaller tanks and are less able to take fuel at speeds supplied to commercial ships. Not all superyachts have secure and safe ways of containing a spill should one occur. The most senior of on board engineers should always be appointed to co-ordinate and take charge of the bunkering operation. He should devise and utilise a loading plan and use the yachts bunkering checklist that he has devised or been given by the yachts Master or Manager. All crew members involved in the exercise should be fully conversant with the specification and quantity of fuel to be lifted, the yachts fuelling and tank sounding arrangements. Good crews practise what to do if the alarm system sounds and a fuel loading sequence goes wrong.

Emergency response Needless to say it is of primary importance that everyone on board should be made aware of the intention to take bunkers so that the yachtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emergency response plan can be activated without delay in the event of a spillage or fire. This means that day workers or contractors should also be told. Well-run superyachts tend not to have either day workers or contractors on board when bunkering is taking place.

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It should never be forgotten that no matter how well the yacht is prepared for the task of taking on fuel the bunkering facility itself might become the instigator of a spill. It pays to have contingency arrangements in place should this occur and the possibility should be checked and discussed by all involved beforehand. Clear and detailed drawings of the yachts bunkering system should be available for use by members of the bunkering crew during the operations. Well-run yachts have their piping diagrams in locations suitable for easy reference by anyone in the crew. As well as aiding the routine checking of pipeline configurations, access to such diagrams may prove indispensible in an emergency. It is really important that those involved in bunkering talk about communications before they start. What systems will be used who will monitor which system and who is responsible for communicating information to the relative parties if the task goes pear shaped. When agreeing procedures with the fuel supply unit be it road taker barge alongside the yacht or a hose from a shore side facility, it may pay to consider using an audible alarm to supplement an emergency stop, recognisable by all parties. This additional defence may secure a swifter response than relying entirely on VHF contact or other methods of signalling. To reduce the chance of misunderstandings still further, the key elements of the bunker plan may be summarised in writing and signed by both the responsible bunkering officer and the supplier as confirmation of mutual agreement. The most important aspect of any bunkering operation are the use of checklists, which often form part of the yacht management companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safety management system (SMS) and the yachtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ISM procedure. Using checklists helps eliminate the possibility of negligence by humans or other operational errors.

Calculate and check Before bunkering the engineer in charge should calculate and check which fuel oil tanks are to be filled. He should do this after he receives confirmation concerning the amount of fuel to be received. If the yacht does not have the capacity to

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take it all now is the time to say so not when the tanks begin to overflow! It is good practice to occasionally make a physical check of tank spaces. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s computerised fuel gauges are very good but mistakes can happen. It might be necessary to empty some tanks and transfer the oil from one tank to other. This is maybe necessary so as to prevent mixing fuel from two different suppliers together thus preventing incompatibility between the previous and the new supply. Well run yachts set up meetings between those crew that will take part in the bunkering process and they should discuss amongst other matters the following:- Which tanks are to be filled the sequence order of the tanks to be filled and how much fuel is to be taken into each of them. This is the time to run through the emergency procedure in case an oil spill occurs, detailing the responsibilities of each crew member and what they should do. The next tasks involve the physical checks needed and the first is to record on a checklist the tank soundings taken before bunkering begins along with the yachts draught readings fore and aft. All deck scuppers and save-all trays need to be plugged and the fuel hose has been secured into place. Make sure valves that need to be closed are closed and those that must be open are left that way. The conscientious officer in charge eyeballs each of these personally rather than rely on being told it has been done. Check that the overflow tank is empty and ensure that adequate lighting at the bunker and sounding stations has been provided. The No Smoking notice should be in position and the red Bravo flag, or at night a red light, has been hoisted for all to see. At this point it makes sense to check that all equipment in the SOPEP (shipboard oil pollution emergency plan) locker has been checked and found to be in place During the course of bunkering, representative fuel samples should be taken and retained in line with regulatory requirements. The duty officer should keep in close contact with the bunker team throughout. Deck crews should tend the yachts mooring lines to ensure that the movement of the yacht is restricted to a minimum and that she is as far as practicable, kept upright and on an even keel.

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When Tom Wood wanted a tender that excelled in all roles and most importantly would get him back to the yacht safely when the conditions deteriorated, the C-Fury provided the perfect answer.

om Wood and family own a SunSeeker 75 Yacht and use it extensively in the Mediterranean. Throughout the summer months they could be found mooring their yacht in bays and using their jet tender as the beach link and watersport toy during the day and the taxi during the evening to find the local restaurants - it served a vital role but was restricted to fine weather and conditions, so limited their experience. They knew what they wanted but could not find it on the market, something that excelled in all roles and most importantly when the conditions deteriorated, a craft that would step up to the challenge and get them back to the mothership safely.

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Tom found the answer with the C-Fury Yacht at the London International Boat Show in January 2010. C-Fury had developed a new craft for coastal and estuary use as frequently a short nasty 1m chop kicks up with wind over tide, rendering shallow Vee RIBs tricky to use as the slamming can become severe which is uncomfortable and wet. Tom’s expectations were high when he first tested on a February day in 2010 in Poole - he was amazed at the ease with which the boat handled the Force 5 conditions and how dry it was “In the C-Fury everyone stays bone dry in pretty much every Mediterranean condition”. The catamaran hull maximises beam, minimises height and result in exceptional stability at rest or speed, the steep planing faces and large air ducts reduce water disturbance and any potential to slam thus delivering a smooth and dry ride, whilst the hydrofoil adds lift and lateral stability. Another advantage of the catamaran hull is on the beach or deck, “The hulls sit flat and won’t rock”. Allied to the incredible hull are fully integrated chart plotter with sonar (excellent also for surveying an unknown bay before

entering with the yacht), LED navigation lights, high intensity LED headlights, LED deck lights and a 70 litre inboard fuel tank for a huge cruising range.

Perfect match The only engine to match the refinement of the craft is the new Yamaha F70 with the High Thrust gearbox it has an excellent power to weight ratio, is quiet, smooth, fuel efficient (9mpg at cruise - 25 knots) and produces a level of responsiveness in the C-Fury that is unrivaled in small outboard powered RIBs. With this level of thrust in such a small and efficient hull that planes from 9 knots with 5 passengers, acceleration is prolific but more importantly at harbour speeds, you undertake maneuvering on idle. The most tricky element Tom had to get used to was going from jet back to prop, this made him very nervous initially. “I know this sounds counter-intuitive – but I think having a prop is safer now - because you have so much more maneuverability”. There are many reasons why the industry has gone for water jet, but our view is simple - with a little training and practice - you can take this boat anywhere safely, it is very intuitive to drive. Tom is currently looking for a new Yacht and stuck between 2 options - either way “The yachts will have to fit around the C-Fury - not the other way round - which I guess speaks volumes...” We recommend a C-Fury for Yachts longer than 60 feet where clients are looking for the ultimate all round high capability tender. For more details; Tel; +44 (0) 7813 834737 Or visit:www.c-fury.com on board | summer 2012 | 71

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palermo guide Mercato di Ballaro

PALERMO A view from the hills

Fish Port Antica Focacceria san-francesco

eating and drinking Sant’Andrea Tucked into the corner of a ruined church in a shabby piazza. Sant’Andrea’s wellheeled customers pick their way across the broken flagstones to enjoy creative yet classic dishes. Piazza Sant’Andrea 4 T: 091 334 999 | €30-35 Antico Caffè Spinnato A sophisticated cafe dating back to 1860 located on the smart pedestrian boulevard. Sit on the terrace, watch the world go by and enjoy coffees, cocktails, ice creams, sumptuous cakes and snacks. Via Principe di Belmonte 107-15 T: 091 329 220 | €4-8 Antica Focacceria di San Francesco A Palermitan institution, this atmospheric, informal place is one of the city’s oldest

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Palermo’s history, culture, architecture and gastronomy all rolled into one eating houses (opened in 1834). It hosted the first Sicilian parliament and was a favourite haunt of notorious Mafia boss ‘Lucky’ Luciano. Via Alessandro Paternostro 58 T: 091 320 264 | €12

Caffetteria-Ristorante Galleria d’Arte Moderna A hidden gem in the courtyard of Palermo’s modern art museum. Bright, informal, artsy and creative dishes Piazza Croce dei Vespri 6 T: 091 617 1631 | €40-55, tasting menu €75 La Cambusa La Cambusa is a local favourite, close to the old port and a serious fish restaurant. You select your fish from the cold counter and the staff whisks it off to be tortured to death cooked. Piazza Sant’Onofrio 37/38 T: 091 550 5440 | €25+

where to stay Inexpensive Recently renovated to resemble a classy(ish) hotel, with a gleaming chandelier-lit reception and

breakfast area. On the 5th floor of an old palazzo, the hotel has a stunning rooftop terrace where you can eat your breakfast in the morning and sip cocktails in the evening. Ambasciatori Hotel | €50 Via roma 111 | Tel: +39 0916166881 Good Value Opened in 1874, this is one of Palermo’s most historical hotels. Like a royal court, it has been the scene of intrigue, liaisons and double-dealings throughout Palermo’s history. The grand salons still impress with their chandeliers and gigantic mirrors, while the rooms are regally luxurious. Grand Hotel et des Palmes | €95 Via roma 398 | Tel: +39 0957793097 Splash Some Cash Magnificent art nouveau villa sitting about 3km north of the city centre. Living up to its status as the best hotel in Palermo, it offers several luxury advantages, including a private beach, swimming pool and tennis court. The rooms are predictably ritzy, with fantastic beds and palatial bathrooms. Grand Hotel Villa Igiea | €189 Salita belmonte 43 www.hoteligieapalermo.com

shopping Mercato di Ballarò A glimpse into real life as many Palermitans carry out their day to day shopping here. The mix of smells and culture are an assault on all of your senses. Viale della Libertà Head straight here if you want to dent the wallet on the large traditional Italian fashion brands, from Armani to Versace.

essential information: 38º 08’62”N 13º22’37”E e: info@marinavillaigiea.com w: www.marinavillaigiea.com maximum length: 60m Depth of water in berths: 4.5m No. of berths: 400 VHF channel: 74 Ambulance: 118 Fire: 115 Police: 113 EU Emergency: 112 Florist: Gabriella – 39 0184 501497 Provisioning & Yacht Services: All Services - +39 0184 533533 Tourist Office: +39 0916 058111

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La Vucciria The quintessential market place, you name it they’ve got it. Corso Vittorio Emanuele Head here if you’re into the overwhelming quantity of ceramics and need some wall decorations or a pressie for those back home.

Mondello Lido A one time fishing village

culture

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Palazzo dei Normanni & Capella Palatina A Norman Castle completed by William II during the 12th century. The Capella Palatina is one of the best known monuments of medieval Europe, which dates from the construction of the palace of Roger II, King of Sicily, during the mid12th century. Chiesa di Santa Chiara Nothing from the outside but it contains one of the most spectacular interiors ever seen. Breathtaking Baroque gone mad! The ceiling frescoes and the decorated dome are superb together with the many marble sculptures. No space has been left untouched – a must.

is the desirable destination for moneyed beach bums – great for people watching. Enoteca Cana Palermo is more of a candle-lit table here just off the piazza Marina. Try the Etna Rosso, nurtured on the slopes of the volcano. The Antica Focacceria San Francesco Sicilian food is a melting pot of cultures that have settled here in the past expect the eclectic. Quattro Canti district The traditional center of Palermo and the crossroad marking the heart of Palermo’s old historic district. The Baroque sculptures by Giulio Lasso on the facades of the four buildings illustrate various themes: the Four Seasons, Spanish kings and various patron saints of Palermo’s four old quarters.

Ustica The ancients called the little volcanic island off the coast of Palermo Ustica (from Ustum meaning burned). However for the Greeks the name was Osteodes meaning “ossuary or bone island” from the human remains found after Carthaginian mercenaries met their death by starvation and thirst. Mythology has a rather more romantic story, the bones were those of the unfortunate sailors who remained enchanted by the voices of sirens and ended up crashing against the rocks.

Albergheria district A maze of tiny streets and tall leaning buildings, wander by the street market & the adjacent Piazza del Carmine is the focus of a raucous daily market, with bulging vegetable stalls, unmarked drinking dens. Galleria d’Arte Moderne In a restored convent, its collection of 19th and 20th century Sicilian works are displayed thematically (portraits, nudes, mythology, seascapes, etc) to great effect.

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NAD Viso 1 The ideal choice for those looking to replace a micro system, this Bluetooth barrel has enough girth to pump out a weighty sound, together with a wingspan wide enough to have a decent stab at stereo soundstaging. It also has a rotating dock for your iThing, Video outs and an optical input mean you could use it as aTV speaker, too. www.nadelectronics.com €626

2 3 1 Libratone Live How many times have you wished you could have a dock clad in Italian cashmere? Well the wait is finally over. The AirPlay is loud: with 150 W of power on tap, it’ll happily fill a medium sized room. It also comes with a nifty app that lets you apply EQ presets and even tells the Live where it’s sitting in a room, so that it can adjust its sound accordingly. www.libratone.com €876

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B&W Zeppelin Air The Air brings the weighty sound and design smart’s we’ve come to expect from the Zeppelin family, then adds AirPlay streaming as a bonus trick. The clever Zeppelin Air app is a further plus, letting users pool their music collection to a collaborative playlist. www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk €626

Klipsch Gallery G-17 Air

Focal XS Book Can a computer ever be a proper hi-fi substitute? It can if kitted out with these premium desktop speakers. In fact, this 40W active system serves up such an uncompromising sound it’s equally at home when plugged into your MP3 player. www.focal.com €325

The AirPlay enabled G-17 maintains its reputation thanks to a gloss-black finish and super-stealthy speaker cover (it even comes with white gloves for minimising finger prints when handling it). You can mount it on the wall, too, if you want to keep things neat. You can also use it to beef up your TV’s sound www.klipsch.co.uk €656

456 Geneva Sound System Model X Looking like a 21st century travel radio, the Model XS packs a 2.1 speaker set up and a 12W amp into it’s sleek snapcase. It’s five-hour battery life is nothing special, but the red touch controls, allowing you to switch between Bluetooth, FM radio and the 3.5mm input, are dashing and vert responsive. www.genevalab.com €225

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Zodiac Hurricane also introduced the CZ series; original cross over RIB platforms from Military Special Forces use to civilian use, hence starting the Adventure RIB genre. The original platform at the heart of the CZ series have been used by “spec ops” forces around the world as the definitive outboard powered high speed assault boats for many years. Ranging from 7 to 11m, they are a natural choice to be the civilian weekend warrior’s boat that is truly the 4x4 of the seas. Fitted with a shock mitigating integrated console including seating for 4 to 6, dual or triple outboards offering from 400 to 900hp around a deep V hull or the ultimate and newly developed MACH2 design, allowing breathtaking speeds and long range endeavors, the CZ series boats will take you just about anywhere in almost any weather and bring you home safely. This has been demonstrated by the Northwest Passage expedition, making a Zodiac Hurricane platform the first RIB to go through the Canada’s notorious Northwest Passage. CZ series boats are all equipped with shock mitigated control consoles wide enough for large state of the art screens to display data from radar, GPS and chart plotter packages. Just like any Zodiac Hurricane boat, they are hand built in an extraordinarily detailed definition, with a rugged adventure look that is difficult to surpass. For more detailed information and local contacts please visit: www.zodiacmilprotenders.com on board | summer 2012 | 77

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Cofely Axima is the HVAC & Refrigeration leader is France. Among their 150 agencies they have an establishment in La Ciotat on the Mediterranean coast where they carry out any job and maintenance on your air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Their technician’s teams can operate quickly with efficiency and reliability. Current customers include Composite Works, Monaco Marine, Sud Marine Shipyard, Sailing Concept, Classic Works, H2X and The Atlantic Refit Center. For more details ; Tel : +33 6 21 14 45 21 or visit: www.cofelyaxima-gdfsuez.com

Tech Helice Some among you will get that sinking feeling that comes with hearing your stern gear grinding over rocks or sand bars, or wrapping up a chain. Ouch! Tech Helice can fix most damage, yet each summer there are several boats for whom the only answer is a new pair of props. When the captain or owner hears that it will be 8 - 12 weeks for delivery, he has another sinking feeling. The summer is over. You wouldn’t drive around Europe without a spare tire, neither should you motor around the Med without a spare pair of props. Call it insurance. For more details; Tel:+ 33 4 94 01 03 03 or visit: www.tech-helice.com

TLC R & R In September 2010, the MCA issued new guidance for ‘Use of Equipment to Undertake Work Over the Side on Yachts and Other Vessels’.This meant that all vessels with crewmembers working at height on the side of a vessel would now require a system which meets the requirements of this notice. The Harken External Access System was the only system of its kind in the marine market to have completed specialised testing ,however, the relevant marine authorities also required an approved installation method. TLC R&R built a test rig and designed a system to install the Harken track that has been approved by all Relevant Marine Authorities. Since November 2009, TLC R&R has carried out installation of the Harken EAS on many superyachts several of which are in excess of 80 meters in length. For more details; Tel:+ 44 1227 750068 or visit; www.tlcrandr.com

PSP Audio & Video Technik for Superyachts and smart homes Have provided high-end AV systems to more than 25 Superyachts from 18m up to 160m in clusing 9 Superyachts at Lürssen with a complete planning and installation. An experienced team offers high-end entertainment systems up to Full HD 3D Cinemas with bespoke in-house development engineers. PSP are currently working on the 110m S/Y EOS installing a complete entertainment systems. New offices in Palma extend their offering across the Mediterranean. For more details Tel: +49 9163 995588 or visit www.psp-av.de

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yacht essentials Honda

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Marina di Loano is located in Loano, in the heart of West Liguria (Italy), close to Genoa and only 45 nautical miles from Portofino and 47 from Monaco. High standard facilities guarantee total safety of the over 1,000 berths available for yachts from 8 to 40m. Open all year round, Marina di Loano offers full onsite maintenance and repair assistance thanks to Amico Loano shipyard, based inside the marina. Ashore, all comforts are available for

visitors and guests, including three restaurants, cafès and bars, a disco club and a sandy beach for leisure activities. The heart of the sporting activities of the marina is Yacht Club Marina di Loano: opened in April 2012, it has launched an important calendar of regattas and is the ideal location to host all kind of events. For more details; Tel: +39 06 83398156 or visit: www.marinepartners.net

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The 4XC project was born by the desire of Honda Italy to create a range of premium category RIBs. The 4XC brand stands for “For Excellence”, to meet the needs of those boaters who want a product with a strong identity, high quality, fast, safe, comfortable and usable in all conditions. They deliver a range of craft from the H9 with 2 engines and room to walk around to the H7 with a large sundeck at the bow powered by the BF250. For more details; Tel: +39 6 54 92 85 66 or visit: www.4xcboat.com

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Just in time for this year’s high season on the Med, Heinen & Hopman France will be providing yacht owners/staff with a new service-mechanic, Mr. Reinder van de Rijk. has recently moved from the Netherlands to the South of France to meet the high demands for service in this area. Especially in this time of year there are many yachts in need of repair or maintenance of their coolingsystems, while residing or passing through this region. Mr. van de Rijk will be at the disposal for any inquiry or service of HVAC-R systems onboard. With this new addition to their team they aim to improve our service by providing easier access to an on-site mechanic at any time he may be required. For more details; Tel: +33 6 40 66 71 92 or visit: www.heinenhopmanfrance.com

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Morley Group is all about good value. More bang for your buck. Core activities are yacht sales, charter and berths. As well as knowing the market on the French Riviera and elsewhere in the Mediterranean, the unrivalled knowledge of Tunisia provides some interesting value propositions. If a yacht needs new teak or new paint, a trip to Tunisia can save a bundle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially since filling up the tanks in Tunisia costs as little as 52 cents per litre whether the yacht is commercial or not! For more details; Tel: 00 33 (0) 6 80 86 30 91.

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Awlgrip is a world leader in topside paint systems for professionals, with products specially developed for the yachting environment. With technologically advanced products for most vessel types and substrates, Awlgrip is the reliable choice for recognition, supply and service support worldwide. Their aim is to deliver proven top coating solutions that not only meet, but also

exceed, the aesthetic demands of yacht owners the world over. To achieve this Awlgrip has invested extensive resources into the next generation products, such as 321 HS Undercoat, Awlgrip HS, Max Cor CF and Wash Primer CF that are now coming through to market For more details; Tel: +44 191 402 2447 or visit: www.awlgrip.com

Pure It can be a constant headache to combat smells on board yachts. But now it appears, there is a solution that really works! AirManager Marineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s range of in-line and portable air sterilisation and filtration units are revolutionising the on board atmosphere and bringing a breath of fresh air to pleasure craft of all shapes and sizes. These small yet highly effective units can rapidly reduce odours to virtually indistinguishable levels. Not only do they get rid of smells they kill germs and trap allergy causing particles too. The technology behind AirManager has taken over a decade to perfect, it uses a unique plasma energy field to destroy biological, chemical and particulate contaminates which pass through the unit. The worldwide patented process is known as Close Coupled Field Technology or CCFT for short. For more details; Tel: +34 971253 317 or visit: www.airmanagermarine.com.

Pure is one of the leading superyacht refit companies in the Mediterranean, based in Palma de Mallorca, with modern facilities, lifting capacity 700 tons, berthing vessels up-to 90 meters and all the utility services, 24 hr. security and convenient location, makes it a growing favourite with captains and crew that visit. Pure provides overall project management, supervision and assistance for refit and maintenance projects. Complete accounting and reporting including tax exemption, customs clearance & shipping services. Pure will assemble a virtual shipyard and manage the personalized appropriately skilled team required. With ISO 9001 certification, PURE will deliver your refit to the highest standards expected. For more details; Tel: +34 627 813 580 or visit: www.pureyacht.com

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With a Heinen & Hopman HVAC system you are always sure of the optimum onboard temperature. Offering you a 24/7 global service network, Heinen & Hopman has a service-point that is located on the Côte d’Azur for fast and efficient on-location solutions the next time your boat is near the French Riviera.

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Gymsim is a low cost mobile roaming service that saves crew 80% on calls and Mobile Data when traveling globally. The Gymsim service comes as an international pay-as-you-go sim card that has the unique ability to bypass expensive network roaming costs. The system means crew can now avoid the need to juggle multiple foreign sim cards, or pay high contract roaming rates when traveling - they will have just one convenient global number where they can always be reached anywhere, and use at low cost. For more details; Tel: + 44 7872 222 111 or visit: www.gymsim.com

C Fury The C-Fury Yacht delivers new capabilities to passengers and crew in one compact platform. Exceptional stability, ride quality, safety and freedom to help you and your guests maximise time onboard the mothership and explore your local surroundings. The catamaran hull with hydrofoil assistance soaks up rough water conditions with ease; ensuring passengers arrive in comfort and stay dry. Powered by the new Yamaha F70 High Thrust outboard motor, getting on the plane fully loaded or towing a wakeboard with the TurboSwing towbar, the C-Fury Yacht feels like a much larger craft. Excellent build quality and fully integrated system options, including; Large touch

screen chart-plotter with sonar depth, inboard VHF, LED navigation, LED deck and high intensity LED headlights the C-Fury Yacht delivers a new level of support all day and night. For more details; Tel: +44 7813 834737 or visit: www.c-fury.com

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Superyacht Distribution have launched a delivery division. This independent arm has been created in response to an increasing number of requests for a quick and efficient service providing clearance and logistic assistance for goods throughout the Mediterranean and further afield. Their knowledge of ports and their strong links with customs and transportation agents plus a large storage facility at Nice airport means theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a prime position to assist with all forms of logistical requests from any size yacht. For more details; Tel: +33(0)689 123 570 or visit : www.superyacht-deliveries.com

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yacht essentials Crew a la Mode C.A.L.M. is the in-house fashion label by Crew a la Mode, the yacht clothing consultancy. The classic collection consists of key pieces for premium yacht uniforms and is in stock now. The garments are made from the finest materials and are manufactured in Europe with top construction methods such as bonded seams. Designed by the team at Crew a la Mode the label understands the clothing needs of its clients. For more details Tel: +44 207 608 0690 or visit: www.crewalamode.com

Prodive

Prodive Monaco provides a team of highly qualified and regulated (Lloyds Registered) professionals. Specialising in the Superyacht arena for assistance in mooring and anchorage, maintenance, mounting and dismantling of propellers. Plus, all underwater certified inspections for navigation and protection. Laurent Boulmier acquired Prodive in 2006

from a family run business started in 1965, but to this day Laurent runs a tight team of professionals that will assists in all technical areas and necessary maintenance for you Superyacht. For more details; Tel: +377 93 50 61 00 or visit: www.prodive-monaco.com

Yacht Carpets

TechMan

Yachts Carpets Company is specialized suppliers and carpet fitters for yachts who are very familiar with the IMO & MCA classifications. Their wide range begins with the dock mat logo and crew quarters to complete fittings. On special order they are able to provide fine and unique pieces (wool, cotton, silk, linenâ&#x20AC;Ś) up to 15 meters wide Yacht Carpets can supply to France, Italy, Spain, the Balearic Islands, Malta and the Carribbean on request from the construction yard, on request of the captain, management or directly to the owner. For more details; Tel:00.33.(0)6.27.30.25.52 or visit: www.yacht-carpet-company.com

Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yachts require a lot of admin! From maintenance to stock checks, from crew details to all the supporting information that helps you run a tight ship. Tech Man designed The HUB for all you engineers, chief stews and deck officers, to help out with the paperwork, keep you organized and, above all, save you time and effort. With features like a central calendar, bar-coding, mobile access, and links with MS Office, you will find new efficiencies in your daily routines, and provide a full service history and a great paper trail for the owner, manager and for your successors! For more details; Tel: + 33 493 345 400 or visit: www.techmansoftware.com

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yacht essentials Superyacht Solutions Superyacht Solutions is an Australian-based yacht painting contractor with a lengthy track record for fairing & finishing large custom new builds, OEM finishing of production vessels and for refinishing of large yachts, power and sail. Having made many past forays into the Asian and European markets, the company recently established a permanent Southampton, UK-based operation, Superyacht Solutions LLP, headed by Chris Layton The new division is available to European yacht builders and owners seeking a highly experienced coating resource. Superyacht Solutions has particular expertise in large scale metallic and pearl applications. For more information Tel: +44 7904 800 579 or visit: www.superyacht.com.au

Plan B Plan B Safety sells immersion suits for infants and children aged from one to ten years. Made by industry leader Scandia, these immersion suits are made from insulating neoprene and packaged in colour coded bags for instant recognition during possible evacuation. Plan B Safety also supplies the ‘Baby Bag’ Insert, the first product exclusively designed for babies aged 12-24 months for use within the immersion suit. Managing director Alastair Fitch, a former yachtie and father of two, says too few yachts carry suits specifically designed for their smallest passengers. ‘A negligible investment in this essential safety equipment is well worth the peace of mind when it comes to kids on board boats.’ For more details; Tel: +44 1202 465834 or visit: www.planbsafety.com

Scratch-go

After a busy summer season its not unusual for yachts to have incurred some damage to interior woodwork and varnished surfaces. Now there is a restoration and repair service available in Mallorca, which offers a unique approach to restoring interiors after knocks dents and scratches, or even from long term affects such as fading, peeling or cracking of finished wood surfaces. Plus Scratch Go fix water stains, scratches, blisters, loose wood veneer, damaged decks and all kind of worktops. For more details: Tel +34 666336166 or visit www.Scratch-go.com

Undercover Solutions Based in Palma De Mallorca, and with new expansion into Vilanova Grand Marina Barcelona opening this Autumn Undercover Solutions are giving captains, owners, project managers and other contractors another choice for their scaffold & yacht cover needs. This team of experts will build you a perfect, safe, work environment to carry out your maintenance & repairs. Painters, teak –deck companies, and all other contractors have never had it so good! For more details; Tel: +34 696 332 551 or visit: www.uc-solutions.es

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At the age of twelve, when learning to sail, the lines, the sea and the sails were the only lore I needed to understand, explains Ian Hornsby

s the yachts grew in size the compass, the anchor and a bilge pump became important and, later still, I learned how to work a satnav, a radar and an SSB radio. Most recently it is the age of the acronyms: GMDSS, MLC, MCA, ABS, LY2; all new lore to understand and abide by. But for many certified experienced crew, their careers are slowly and silently ‘Petering-out’. For, as Laurence J. Peter would have said in the 50’s, they have ‘risen to their own level of incompetence’. Not in the realm of seamanship and navigation, you will be happy to discover, nor by any lack of official qualifications; but in the unappreciated, undervalued, old-fashioned values of office admin! The problem lies not with what you don’t know, but with what you don’t know that you don’t know. Ignorance may appear to be bliss, but that is playing ostrich as the thundering herd approaches. The herd in question is the information age, and the ostriches are proudly wearing their stripes and brandishing CoCs, ENG1s and STCWs; but in vain. Even as it dawns, the information age has passed many by. Since there are no mandatory licenses required, there are few qualified IT users. The scope and opportunity of the i-age is under-valued because we all mostly muddle through with a mixture of Google, email, spreadsheets and the odd tweet. That is not a bad approach if it works. However, behind the first set of hooves is a second more ominous sound; that of austerity.

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Austerity will challenge your position, your salary and your working day. You will be expected to be more productive, more organized, more efficient and more diligent. If you slow up, the competition for your job will be nipping at your heels. This is not, I would argue, the best moment to realize that you have risen to your own level of incompetence! Failure to improve will have its consequences.

Improvement cannot come from taking more courses – you already have the necessary certificates! Improvement cannot come from more experience – you have spent years in the industry. But improvement can come from the way you handle yourself, how you work and how easily you interact with others. Key to all these elements is communication. Communication is all about exchanging information. What you communicate and how you communicate define you. If the content is poor and the delivery is lacking, then communication breaks down. If the messages are cumbersome, inconsistent, time-consuming and create work for others, then you are not succeeding. It is time to move on from the anarchy of email to something that helps you and those you communicate with. Embrace some basic business principles. The large white yacht is no different to a medium sized company, which has business procedures in place and specific tools to help it perform. We all hate filling forms, but these drive consistency and efficiency, and serve a real purpose for both the form filler and the form tracker. Let’s take FORMS as an example; whether ISM Checklists, Holiday Requests, Cash Advances, Crew Familiarisation, Personal Effects lists for customs, these forms are all needed by someone somewhere. And, since no-one likes the ‘paperwork’, why not embrace an easier way to fill them and file them electronically. Undeniably, we live in an industry of paperwork and reporting. Embracing such tools will lift your game, enhance your credibility and ensure your career does not “Peter out.” and get you back to what you enjoy most – being on the water, instead of in the ship’s office. For more details Tel: +33 493 345 400 or visit: www.techmansoftware.com ON BOARD | SUMMER 2012 | 91

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WHERE IN YOUR OPINION IS THE NEW DESTINATION OF 2012 FOR CHARTERS? Charter destinations are changing over time. More and more yachts are deciding to leave the beaten track and head to the South Seas (Polynesia, Fiji) or even to Scandinavia. Charter enquiries for the Adriatic are increasing; the quality of the harbors – constantly improving their services – probably plays an important role in this success. Landscapes are also breathtaking. The South of France remains the #1 destination thanks to the inexhaustible resources of Monaco, Cannes and St Tropez. On the other hand Italy became less attractive for clients due to the change of tax legislation. This year 2012 shows us that the perfect destination is where you can both play and relax, where the landscapes are fascinating but also where the laws in force are welcoming and ‘charter friendly’.

With the year of the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics and murmurings from the Met Office of a hot and sunny Indian summer I would suggest that London, which last year was awarded the Worlds most visited City and a major Culture Capital it offers charter guests a unique inner city charter destination for 2012. There are a number of confirmed super yachts already which will be based in the UK for a number of weeks. With many yachts coming up from the Med for the summers festivities with possibly a stop off in Falmouth a short trip to the Scilly Isles offers guests a unique opportunity to visit these unspoilt sub-tropical 5 islands lying 45km from Lands End, Cornwall. With either of these designations though guests must be open the the varying UK weather!

This year we’ve seen a more varied demand for charter destinations than before. The French Riviera is still popular with the clubs, beaches and high-end shopping; but the charter rate is often the deciding factor. Maybe, due to an increase in discounts offered to charter clients, many of the clients themselves are beginning to look at the price first, and not what is actually on offer as a luxury service. Destinations such as Scandinavia have seen increased interest from the experienced charter guest; the splendour of the fjords, the northern lights and the dramatic landscapes of the archipelagos, consequently attracting the higher charter rates. Croatia and Montenegro have also seen an increase in charters due to their proximity to Venice and the lower costs for the charterer.

For those who truly embrace yachting as a life style, there’s only one place to be seen this summer! Great Britain, with its beautifully sculptured landscapes making a great backdrop and even better viewing platform, the droves of spectators who will descend upon Portland and Weymouth during the 2012 Olympics makes chartering at this event a must! At night the Riviera of Southern England comes alive, anyone one of its numerous inlets play host to an array of entertainment, from fine dining to quaint little English pubs and walks through some of the most beautiful scenery one could ever wish for! Great Britain 2012, I look forward to seeing you there! Don’t worry about the rain, it keeps the skin hydrated.

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clean

Cleaning Clinic From greasy marks on upholstery to burnt carpets, cleaning guru Aggie Mackenzie provides the answers.

Q Do you have any ideas how to remove greasy marks on upholstery? A Sprinkle liberally with either talcum powder or bicarbonate of soda. Leave overnight, brush off and wipe down with a barely damp clean cloth.

Q You know that bloom that appears on glasses after a few months of dishwashing? I’ve seen various suggested remedies to remove this, but so far none has worked for me. What can I do? A Once the glass is spoiled, you have no choice but to either

put up with it or bin it. So always wash any more precious glasses by hand. Over the past year or so, though, I have found that placing everyday glasses on the upper shelf of the machine has kept them lovely and clear.

Q Chopping boards can be a haven for harmful bacteria, and I’m sure they’re responsible for more than a few cases of tummy trouble. In your opinion what is the best material for a board? A Plastic is easiest to clean, particularly if you have a dishwasher. Otherwise scrub in hot, soapy water, rinse in hot running water and dry with clean cloth.Scrub and rinse wood as above. Never

soak (it’ll swell and crack); leave to dry, resting on its edge. If it cracks, replace. Glass is the most hygienic as no grooves will form to house bacteria but very bad for knife blades! If it’s your chosen surface, wipe over with soapy cloth and dry immediately.

Q In the past I have knocked the iron over on the carpet, and have ended up with a burn. What can I do if this happens again? A Depending on how bad it is, you may get away with giving the

carpet a light haircut by carefully trimming the damaged tufts with scissors. But for heavier scorching, you’ll need to remove any loosened fibres with a stiff-bristled brush before gently rubbing, in a circular motion, with a piece of very fine sandpaper to try to disguise it. This will be easier on a patterned carpet, but take extreme care not to over-rub otherwise you’ll end up with a frizzy mess. For stubborn burnt-on bits on oven shelves, rub a piece of sandpaper along the lines of chrome then wash with soapy water. Works like a dream and practically mess-free!

If you have any questions or queries of a cleaning nature that you would like Aggie to answer, please send to; On Board Magazine, Plum Publications, 19 Rue de la Fontaine, Valbonne, 06560, Alpes Maritime, France

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BODY Rays Concern ✔ Sunscreen should be worn 365 days a year! The key is finding a sunscreen you love, so that you›ll continue to reapply it throughout the day. It›s a misconception that all sunscreens clog pores and leave a sticky residue. ✔ It’s important to always apply sunscreen on the lips since they have no ability to tan. Skin cancers occur on the lips and can be dangerous. ✔ Wear sunglasses that completely cover the eye area. This step, plus wearing sunscreen, work best to prevent wrinkles, or “crow›s feet,” in that area.

✔ Pinkness is a sign of a little burn. Skin that is chronically pinkened may also be undergoing mutation in its DNA, which is associated with all types of skin cancers. Areas that stay pink permanently mean that they have lost many of their melanocytes and therefore require either more frequent sunscreen application or a higher SPF than the one you are using. ✔ Sunscreen should be applied 15 to 20 minutes prior to going outdoors. It›s important to re-apply anytime you get out of the water (even if you are using a water-resistant formula) and continuously re-apply throughout the day.

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The power of 8 meditative stretch routine for stress relief Paddy Warwick Personal Trainer spending too long on your feet and give yourself that much needed moment of calm. 8 stretches (or poses), 8 breaths each, 8 minutes only.

As stress is no doubt at its height at this time in the season, for you and everyone on board, try this meditative stretch routine. To alleviate those aches and pains after

1. Sit Easy

2. Sleeping Yogi

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(Lats, Back and Groins)

(Piriformis and Glutes)

4. The Hurdler

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(Hamstrings and Lower Back)

(Glutes and Lower Back)

(Glutes through to Upper Back)

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(Glutes through to Upper Back)

(Lats and Breath)

(Abs and Obliques) and then return back into Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pose again

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Full Burpees/ Kettlebell Swings/ Squat Jumps / Split Squat Jumps. For this one chosen exercise, go as hard as you can (and that means 100%) for 20 seconds of work and 10 seconds of rest (after a thorough warm-up). Repeat 8 times and try not to cry! Remember - record your reps and beat them next time. www.paddywarwick.com

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DAY IN THE

LIFE OF A.....

A taste of the Orient

YACHT MANAGER

In each issue of On Board Magazine Frances and Michael Howorth ask a superyacht professional who is either based in or is cruising the Cote d’Azur to map out a typical day. In this issue it is the turn of Andrew Williams a Superyacht Manager.

ndy’s first taste of superyachts in the South of France was as a yacht manager with Camper & Nicholsons in Antibes. From there he moved to Hill Robinson before setting himself up as Williams Yacht Services whose principal activities are ISM/ISPS management, mini-ISM, general yacht management and consultancy.

Day begins Andy begins his day at 0700 at his home in Roquefort les Pins, a village half way between Nice and Grasse, 10 miles from Antibes. They start with a bowl of porridge and a cup of instant coffee around. ‘I like the Quaker Oat So Simple golden syrup flavour. You can buy it in Geoffrey’s but I tend to stock up during my frequent visits to London for IMO meetings. I’ve had a few sideways glances from airport security when 30 sachets of porridge show up on the x-ray screen. I’d rather kick the day off with a full English breakfast, and often did until a couple of years ago when my weight started to get out of control. So now I’m a porridge convert, and having cut out most carbohydrates, managed to lose 2 stone in the process. 100 | SUMMER 2012 | ON BOARD

Book at bedtime

Start work If I’m working from home I’ll be at my laptop from 08:00. I’ve been busy over the last few months preparing emergency towing booklets for yachts over 500 GT. This is another legal requirement and came into effect at the beginning of this year and there was a bit of a rush to meet the deadline. Who was it that said “if it wasn’t for the last minute, nothing would ever get done”?

What has happened in the morning Although it’s quiet in my study and a great place to get manuals produced, reports written, emails sent etc there is invariably a phone call from a captain or a client requiring clarification on a safety, security or regulatory matter. I try to respond promptly to all queries so my morning is a mixture of writing, research and phone calls to people who know more than me!

Lunch If I’m at a client’s office or visiting a yacht in Antibes in the afternoon I’ll meet Heather my wife for lunch and we’ll go to

Octopussy

Hong Yun, an oriental restaurant in Avenue Tournelli, Antibes. They specialise in Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese dishes and I’ll normally have wonton soup and a crab and asparagus omelette.

Why it is a special place for lunch It’s a great place and surprisingly doesn’t seem to have been discovered by the yachting community. Maybe because of it’s slightly out of the way location. It’s very popular with the French who work nearby because the food is top quality and fairly priced.

What has happened in the afternoon After lunch I may well spend the afternoon onboard a yacht familiarising the captain and officers with a safety management system and doing some onboard training. As a professional seafarer I miss not being at sea so contact with the yachts and their crews is important to me and a fun part of the job. Well, as much fun as ISM can be!

Aperos time I’m getting a bit long in the tooth for bars after work so at 7:30pm we’ll normally open a bottle of wine whilst making dinner, though probably not Monday to Wednesday as we are now told by the government that it’s clever to have at least 2 alcoholfree days per week!

Water music

Dinner time Cooking is a hobby of mine and I enjoy making dinner at the end of the day. During the week we try to eat small but interesting meals. I’m a big fan of octopus and one of my current specialities is to cook it with potatoes, paprika, onion, garlic, capers and olive oil. It’s a very simple dish which I copied from a meal I had in Genoa last year. The Italians are masters at creating incredible flavours from minimal ingredients.

Who would you most like to take to dinner there and why? Well, obviously there aren’t many women that I would like to take to dinner other than Heather and there are even fewer men! It’s nice having good friends round for dinner on occasion so that would be my choice.

Bed Bed is around 11:00pm. I’ll try and read for a little while before dropping off. I’ve just finished an excellent book by Nicholas Rankin called “Ian Fleming’s Commandos: The Story of 30 Assault Unit in WWII” which details Ian Fleming’s wartime role in the Naval Intelligence Department and the exploits of the commando unit he established. The author shows how Fleming’s experience influenced his Bond novels in the years after the war. All good boy’s own stuff to go to sleep on. ON BOARD | SUMMER 2012 | 101

ADVERTORIAL

Yachts Yards and

Burr Taylor from Sturge Taylor looks at two real life refit scenarios and discusses liability, recourse and insurance

Scenario 1

It’s time to plan a visit to a shipyard, routine annual maintenance, a refit etc. A quotation is accepted from the selected yard and you agree dates. Your yacht presents at the yard ready to be lifted and for work to commence. Perhaps as part of the process of handing over to the yard, you are presented with various documents, some of which you are asked to sign- just routine. The yacht is in the lift and being hauled out. Suddenly there is a loud noise and you watch several hundred tons and several million dollars in value, drop on to the hard.

Scenario 2

The refit is underway, you’re monitoring progress, making regular visits to the yard, meeting with the yard management and work teams. Work is scheduled to alter some of the interior structure, all Class approved, involving some cutting and welding. The yard has experience in this area and all appears in order. Later that evening you receive a call from one of the crew still present at the yard. A fire has broken out on board your yacht.

Both of the above are real life experiences.

f either of the above scenarios happened to you, who would you contact first? You would inform the owner and then…….? It is probably time to inform the insurers of the yacht, after all they are presumably the ones who will be picking up most of the cost, or is it the yard- you are not quite sure. As part of the collection of information that the insurers or their surveyor will require, the document you signed when entering the yard will come to light. Whilst apparently innocuous at the time, it seems to cause some concern.

Why is this significant?

Well, by signing the document- you may have legally limited the ability of the owner and the yacht’s insurers to hold the yard responsible for the damage. If the policy contains what is commonly known as a ‘refit and repair clause’, and you have not obtained the prior approval of the yacht insurers to the work being carried out or the waiver you have signed, the yacht insurer may be able to legally walk away from the claim. Even if there no explicit policy condition, if you voluntarily/ contractually limited the right of recourse against the yard, it is possible that the yacht insurer would also decline to cover the loss (this is a complex area and for the purpose of this article, let’s assume the worst). A few small beads of sweat appear on your brow - Given that you have also waived, or limited to a small fraction of the cost of repairs, the amount you can pursue the yard for. 102 | SUMMER 2012 | ON BOARD

The solution Standardisation of shipyard contracts in areas of responsibilityliability. Ensuring that if a major loss occurs, there is adequate insurance in place, be it on the side of the yacht owner or the shipyard for its liability, so as to avoid the yacht owner being faced with unrecoverable losses either by virtue of yacht policy conditions or unreasonable limitation of liability by the yard. Achieving this goal is not as complicated as it may seem. Yard liability insurance is relatively inexpensive. As part of an admirable initiative, certain yards have signed up to an ICOMIA sponsored effort to standardise their terms adapting a well thought out template developed by BIMCO. Managers/Captains and others who make a decision on which yard to use should take into account in the quotation process the yards position on liability. Shipyard liability insurance is not a business threatening cost for a reasonably well run shipyard. By both altering the attitude of the yard to responsibility and at the same time ensuring that the yard is properly insured for those liabilities, the liability problems related to yard visits could be largely avoided.

For more details; Tel: +33 (0) 4 93 22 95 Or visit: www.sturgetaylor.com

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Yacht Ownership the hidden dangers

We all know that many yacht owners own their yachts through offshore special purpose vehicles. The choice of flag and the place of registration of the owning company may, or may not, be the same. Additionally the owning company may have a place of business in a different jurisdiction from the place where the owning company is domiciled. Quentin Bargate explains more.

t is apparent that these structures are not always clearly understood by anyone other than the lawyers and accountants involved in putting these structures together. So what is going on? Each link in the chain has actual or potential consequences for the owner, manager and also the crew. Those consequences may not always be entirely rational or understood.

Flying the flag

Yachts can be registered in many different flag states. The choice is wide. It is a good policy to flag a yacht in a jurisdiction with depth of experience and a good international reputation. This will normally mean it is on the Paris MOU “white” list – reserved for the best flags with the lowest detention rates. Popular choices in this category include Cayman, Isle of Man, and other so-called “red ensign” group flag states, but there are many other excellent registries. Those to be approached with more caution are on the “grey” or “black” list. If your yacht is flagged in one of these registries, it is likely to receive greater attention from port state control, which may well inconvenience the owner or charters and guests. However, although the flag state may be a sound and respected regulator, there may be issues with the owning company being domiciled there. The reasons for considering a different place to domicile the owning entity may be tax driven. Another may arise if the owner wishes to charter the yacht in EU waters, which will involve importing the yacht in to the EU and obtaining a VAT registration number. Once properly imported using one of the accepted structures, the yacht will be in free circulation and must be run as a proper business asset, with proper books

and records and arms-length charter agreements for all who use her – including the beneficial owner. Does any of this matter to the officers and crew? Yes, it does. If the structure is wrong, the crew may be exposed to unexpected liabilities, even where they are employed by a separate company set up for that purpose. They may also have to cope with more frequent port state inspections and unwelcome interest from the financial authorities.

Well understood

Of course, it is now better understood that it is a mistake to attempt to evade the system and charter a private noncommercial yacht that is in EU waters under the Temporary Admission system. Commercial use while in the EU under TA may give rise to substantial penalties. If you are a member of the crew of such a yacht, be warned, you may be in for a world of hurt – including the risk of detention of the yacht, inspection by Port State Control and local fiscal authorities and more. You may feel entirely innocent, but that might not prevent you being asked some difficult questions. My advice to anyone owning, managing or manning a yacht is to be aware that the regulatory and ownership structure and use of the yacht are important issues with potentially wide ranging consequences for everyone involved if a serious mistake is made. Superyachts are wonderful and fascinating and most owners are responsible in their use, but there are traps for the unwary. For more information about Quentin, and his company Bargate Murray, visit their website at:http://bargatemurray.com or email yachtgroup@bargatemurray.com. on board | summer 2012 | 103

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finance

Have you got your tax planning right? Tax increases are impacting most of us in Europe, but explains Rob Kay the extent to which they affect you depends on how much attention you pay to tax planning.

any people pay more tax than necessary because they have not structured their savings, investments and assets in the most tax efficient way.You need to be aware of and understand all the tax regulations that affect you, and then establish if there are ways to minimise the personal impact and use the rules to your benefit. You should talk to a tax specialist to ensure you have all the necessary information and establish what your options are, so you can then make the most informed decision. Wealth management advice is more important than ever if you want to protect and grow your wealth; legitimately mitigate the amount of tax you pay; control when and where you pay tax and ensure you have the correct estate planning in place. While tax mitigation has become more difficult in recent years as governments looks to increase tax revenue, nevertheless opportunities still exist if you have specialist guidance. One of the challenges for expatriates is to find an adviser who can help you with tax planning both for your country of residence and your country of origin. It gets even more complicated if you are a ‘nomad’ who frequently crosses borders. Often local tax advisers have no real understanding of the tax rules of your country of origin and, conversely, the tax specialist you used in your home country will not have the up-to-date knowledge needed to guide you on your new residence status. At Blevins Franks we deliberately specialise in understanding both the UK tax system and those of countries such as France, Spain and Portugal to ensure we are in the best position to fully advise UK expatriates on how to optimise their investments in as tax efficient a manner as possible. Tax planning is a fundamental part of investment planning and your general wealth management - at the end of the day what matters is after tax returns.

There are various benefits to strategic tax planning. It can reduce income and capital gains tax on your savings, investments and pensions, ensuring you do not pay any more tax than absolutely necessary. The less tax you pay, the more you have to spend, or save for your future, or to leave to your heirs. You may be able to lower the inheritance tax liability for your heirs. British expatriates need to consider both inheritance tax and any similar tax in their country of residence, eg, French and Spanish succession tax. Tax planning may also make life easier for your heirs, for example by using arrangements that do not need to go through probate. Advance tax planning is important if you are a British expatriate moving back to the UK, or if you are moving to a new country. There may be steps you can take now to make your investments tax efficient when you return. Professional advice is invaluable. It is easy to get do-it-yourself tax planning wrong as the goalposts and tax rates are constantly changing and you cannot be sure you have the most up-to-date information. You (or your heirs) may end up with an unexpected tax bill, or worse, facing a tax investigation. Taking professional advice will give you peace of mind that your tax planning is correct, effective and legitimate and that you are not leaving your family any tax headaches. Blevins Franks are the leading wealth management group which specialises in creating truly bespoke tax and estate planning solutions for expatriates in Europe. For more information contact Rob Kay, Senior Partner at the Blevins Franks Var & Côte d’Azur office on 0033 (0)4 93 00 17 80 or rob.kay@blevinsfranks.com www.blevinsfranks.com on board | summer 2012 | 105

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Gigs / Shows

Yachting

Sports / Events

JULY 14th Bruce Springsteen Hyde Park, London 17th Madonna Hyde Park, London 23rd Beach Boys 50th Reunion Tour – Barcelona 27th Simple Minds – Rome

JULY 22nd – 25th The Superyacht Cup – Cowes 28th – 1st August Sydney International Boat Show

JULY 8th British Grand Prix - Silverstone 18th British Golf Open Royal Lytham St Annes 19th 1st npower test England v South Africa - Oval 22nd German Grand Prix - Hockenheimring 27th OLYMPICS 17 days of action and sport in London! 29th Hungarian Grand Prix - Budapest 31st Glorious Goodwood Goodwood Racecourse

AUGUST 2nd Arenal Sound Music Festival – Castllon, Spain 21st Madonna Stade Charles Ehmann, Nice 24th Reading Music Festival SEPTEMBER 2nd Coldplay Stade de France, Paris 22nd Lady Gaga Stade de France, Paris OCTOBER 2nd Darkness – Milan 3rd Leonard Cohen – Barcelona 16th Radiohead – Marseille

AUGUST 2nd – 6th Sydney International Boat Show 10th The Shipyard Cup – Boothbay Harbor 11th – 18th - Cowes Week 2012 24th – 26th - Newport Bucket Regatta SEPTEMBER 3rd – 8th Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup Porto Cervo, Italy 4th – 9th HISWA In-Water Boat Show, Amsterdam 4th – 7th SMM Hamburg 11th – 16th Festival De La Plaisance de Cannes 14th – 23rd Southampton Boat Show 19th – 22nd Monaco Yacht Show 22nd – 30th Interboot Watersports Exhibition, Germany

The Olympics Stats 27th July -17 days Size of Olympic Park in Stratford – 587 acres Number of buildings demolished – 200 Total workforce for entire games – 200,000 Amount Londoners will contribute - £625m Expected audience to watch opening ceremony – 4bn Total capacity for all venues – 700,000 Number of trees planted in Olympic village – 2,000 Capacity of Olympic statium – 80,000 Total all time Olympic Medals: 1st USA – 2322 2nd URS – 1010 3rd GBR – 746 Top Medal Winner – Athlete 18 = Larysa Latnina, URS – Gymnastics 16 = Micahel Phelps, USA – Swimming 15 = Nikolay Andrianov, URS - Gymnastics 108 | autumn 2011 | on board

AUGUST 2nd 2nd npower test - England v South Africa - Headingly 9th PGA Golf Championship - Kiawah Island 25th Rugby League Challenge Cup Final - Wembley 27th US Open Tennis – Flushing, New York 29th Paralympics 31st Belgium Grand Prix 31st 3rd npower test - England v South Africa - Oval SEPTEMBER 1st Twenty20 World Championships Sri Lanka 2nd Belgium Grand Prix Spa-Francorchamps 2nd 4th npower test - England v South Africa – Lord’s 5th 5th npower test - England v South Africa – Lord’s 8th Last Night of the Proms Royal Albert Hall 9th Tour Britain – Cycling 9th Italian Grand Prix - Monza 27th Ryder Cup - Illinois

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