ONBOARD Magazine - winter 2019

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CONTENTS

FEATURES 20

SETTING A NEW COURSE The delights of enjoying the world’s best superyachts with Justin Bieber

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WHEN IS OLD TOO OLD? Ageism exists in all business sectors and the superyacht industry is certainly no different

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LIFE SAVER Captain Michael Howorth explains what a SOLAS compliant rescue boat can and cannot do

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SURF’S UP Alf Anderson returns to the 1970s and his first surfing safari to the Atlantic Coast in south-west France

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WINTER HAVENS A selection of ONBOARD’s favourite winter berths recommended for both owners and crew

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RACE DESIGNED Sue Pelling looks at the razor-sharp competition in the coming RC44 Championship Tour

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THE HOT SPOT A look at the latest VSAT systems to ensure that you remain connected

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CARIBBEAN CALLING Claire Griffiths checks out the best agents and marinas to look up when in The Caribbean

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SUITED AND BOOTED Uniforms help dress a yacht and give a sense of belonging to crew

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GOING THE EXTRA YARD The finest yards with the skills and expertise needed to provide the perfect refit

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TO SERVE AND TO PROTECT Frances and Michael Howorth look at the latest paints, antifouling and coatings in the market

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REGULARS 5

COMMENT Michael Howorth asks whether the 15% commission charged by charter yacht brokers is under threat

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UPFRONT Tips, people, advice and myths

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MY OPINION Paul Cox on the urgency of safeguarding the future of sharks

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REGULARS 18

NEW LAUNCH Rock is Vripack’s latest voyage into semi-custom explorer vessels

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WEAR IT Wrap up warm with our guide to the best in female winter wear

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CREW PROFILE Femke Jacobs explains her position as Hotel Manager onboard Legend

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DESIRE The latest eye catching desirable innovations and trends

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FOOD AND DRINK What’s new in food and drink this winter and the top tables in Sveti Stefan

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BODY The latest facts, fads and tips to try this winter, plus an in-depth look at serums and gym equipment

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YACHT ESSENTIALS Editor Chris Clifford recommends his favourite products and services for 2019

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF… Luke Porter, Commercial Manager at Shipyard Supply Co.

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GO ALGHERO A break in Alghero, one of Sardinia’s most alluring destinations

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BREAKAWAY Trekking in some of the world’s most remote and spectacular locations

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ASK THE EXPERTS Advice and knowledge from the leading experts in their field

Editor Chris Clifford Editorial Assistant Carol Kenyon Advertising Manager Tim Morris Sales Executive Terry Hurley Art Direction Katie Prentice Accounts Julie Hewitt Contributors Frances and Michael Howorth, Tom Harrow, Claire Griffiths, Laurence Lewis, Sue Pelling, Adam Fiander, Erica Lay Front cover Guillaume Plisson Distributed by Superyacht Distribution info@superyacht-distribution.com www.superyacht-distribution.com ONBOARD is published quarterly by Plum Titles Ltd 8 Rue D’Opio, 06560, Valbonne, Alpes Maritime, France tel: +33 (0)4 93 06 09 12 email: info@onboardmagazine.fr web: www.onboardmagazine.fr The editor and publishers do not necessarily agree with the views expressed by contributors nor do they accept responsibility for any errors in the transmission of the subject matter in this publication. In all matters the editors decision is final.

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COMMENT

Horses for courses and the future for yacht charters

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ast your mind back to the day when easyJet first splashed their website name the full-length of their aircraft using day glow orange lettering and started offering discounted fares using a self booking system. The traditional airlines were up in arms at the new upstarts and were crying out ‘foul’. What was once the world’s favourite airline, even suggested such a ruse was diluting the pleasure of flying and that customer safety might be compromised.

Now with young Turks challenging way guests book charters on superyachts, history is repeating itself with the traditional retail yacht brokers suggesting that cheaper yacht rental agencies who employ the AirB&B style of business model are damaging and diluting the integrity of superyacht charter business.

Yet hardly a month goes by without a new company sending through a press release extoling the advantages of self selecting a yacht and booking it yourself on the Internet saving yourself a bucketful of central agent and booking agent fees. Get My Boat claims to be the world’s largest boat rental and water experience marketplace offering luxurious holidays aboard beautiful sailing and motor yachts. Click & Boat is yet another outfit offering much the same and making the same claims. There is even the Ahoy Club, an Internet yacht booking system that is funded and fronted by superyacht owner fed up with the way he is treated by the more traditionalist brokerage houses.

In much the same way as traditional carriers first complained about the budget airlines so now the large retail charter firms have voiced their opinions and disquiet.

Returning to the airline analogy, it will be remembered that with Sleazyjet and Ruinair getting a toehold in the market, those traditionalists initially launched their own similar services with different names so

as to cash in without diluting their brand.

British Airways created their own shortlived Go, while KLM created Transavia and their sister company Air France, launched Joon. When those upstarts became jaded, the airlines threw in the towel and the rest of the story is history. BA started charging for bags, dumped free food and free seat selection. Little wonder that in 2017, the purveyors of cheap, no-frills flying accounted for 29% of all passenger traffic around the world, a figure up 10% on the previous year.

Michael Howorth asks whether the 15% commission charged by retail charter yacht brokers is under threat

So what does the future hold for luxury yacht charter? Will Benetti set up an Air-B&B style brokerage house to rival its own brokerage at Fraser? What will MYBA or LYBRA do to stop the rot? The traditionalists believe that new boys on the block are ‘ruffling feathers’. They highlight concerns suggesting that companies not using established contracts to execute charters, could result in both the yacht owner and the charterer being unprotected if serious issues were to arise. Another concern voiced is that several Internet brokers are featuring yachts on their websites without the central agent or owner’s permission.

The way I see it, there is room for both models. If you want a holiday in a hotel but you don’t know where in the world you want to go, you should visit a travel agent. But if all you want is a cheap flight to Nice, it makes much more sense to me to check out an airline’s website and make the booking yourself. Similarly if you want a large yacht for an important family get-together, it’s best to employ a professional and knowledgeable broker to find the right boat for you at the best price. But if all you want is a Sunseeker 40 metre with a pick up and drop off in Antibes next Saturday, why on earth do you need to pay 20% more for the privilege of getting the boat’s name from a broker?

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UPFRONT

THE BAROMETER

OPINIONS, FACTS, STORIES AND WHAT’S NEW IN THE FASCINATING WORLD OF YACHTING YACHTIE TYPES BIG BURLY SECURITY GUARD OMG he’s scary, have you seen the SIZE of him?

Everything bulging under that suit, but not quite dressed for the Med sunshine. Sunglasses and serious face permanently on. He’s got that little ear piece he touches now and again and talking into his wrist… oh wow this is better than the movies… Here comes the principal, he’s opening the car door and ushering them up along the passarelle… directing the crew to pick up bags whilst he looks after his number one… OK boss is on board we can all stand down and relax a bit, hit the crew mess for a coffee with him and now would you look at that, he tells one story about the special forces he was inevitably in, the stews melt and all the deckhands have a massive man crush on him. What power.

A sailing vessel gripes when, by poor design or imbalance of sail, it tends to end up with its bow into the wind when sailing close-hauled. The sails flap around, forward progress is halted and she is very hard to steer. On land, the term means to complain.

SOLAR POWER Getting greener is always a hot topic! We’re all ears for making the industry more environmentally friendly so the Solarimpact solar powered yacht is an exciting project to see.

With zero emissions, concepts like these are paving the way for a brighter future for yachting.

FAKE FOLLOWERS Instagram is apparently going to remove fake followers and paid for likes… that should shake up the wonderful world of social influencers we’re seeing all over our news feeds. Following suit from Facebook and Twitter, it’s all in an effort to restore trust.

FLAVOURED GIN Rhubarb, bubblegum, ginger, Bakewell tart…. The range of flavours now offered by the plethora of gin distillers is getting rather silly we think – just stick with your Dry London Gin and think about getting a decent tonic to accompany it.

OF THE 49 UNESCO RECOGNISED SITES RIMMING THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA RISK BEING DAMAGED BY THE RISING WATER LEVELS, SOIL EROSION, OR BOTH, WITH FEW OPTIONS FOR PROTECTION

NAUTICAL ETYMOLOGY...

HAVING A GRIPE

SHEOFTHESEA Raising awareness, visibility, support and opportunity for women in maritime sectors. A platform to connect and champion women in the marine industry around the world.

At night, when the sky is full of stars and the sea is still you get the wonderful sensation that you are floating in space

B1B2 VISA DRAMAS For the past couple of years it’s been harder for yacht crew to get the hallowed B1B2 visa needed to work on a vessel in US waters and this shows no signs of abating.

It seems London has the highest rate of refusals, so crew forums are buzzing with best embassies to visit across Europe.

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MAGNIFICENT MARINER WILLIAM BAFFIN William Baffin (c. 1584 – 1622) was an English navigator and explorer. He is primarily known for his attempt to discover a Northwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific in 1615, during the course of which he was the first European to discover Baffin Bay in present-day Canada.

Next, in service to the East India Company, he made surveys of the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. They sailed over 480 km further north than Baffin’s predecessor, John Davis. European explorers wouldn’t return to Smith Sound until Edward Augustus Inglefield’s 1852 expedition.

In 1622, during his final voyage to the Persian Gulf, he was killed in an Anglo-Persian attack on Qeshm. His determination of longitude at sea by observing the occultation of a star by the Moon in 1615 is said to have been the first of its kind on record.

BITCOINS For sure if you’d bought bitcoins on day one, you’d certainly be moored next to your current boss rather than living below decks. But if you invested anytime near December 2017, you would have lost your shirt and trousers by now.

GDPR Just like Y2K, a huge amount of panic, misunderstanding and unnecessary money spent, and yes... our spam boxes are just as full as ever with dodgy irrelevant emails.

CHARCOAL ICE CREAM The problem here is the fact that no one really knows what charcoal is supposed to taste like, and more importantly, why they would want to put it in their mouths.

This idea was without a doubt a spin-off of the old black is back idea, but it didn’t exactly take off to that extent did it?

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DO THE MATHS WISH YOU WERE HERE We asked crewmembers where they would like to spend their precious holiday time before the start of a busy season

17% Stay-cation

13% Winter sports

10% Spa

18% Adventure

6% Safari

PEOPLE REQUEST THE STRANGEST THINGS “Is it possible to send a crew member up to comb my husband’s hair please?”

DID YOU KNOW AN OCTOPUS HAS THREE HEARTS AND BLUE BLOOD?

OPEN TO QUESTION WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE YACHT SHOW AND WHY?

ALEX KOPERTOWSKA, CHIEF STEW I did Monaco, Cannes and Fort Lauderdale but my uber favourite was Antigua 2 years ago. If I had a chance to do it again, I would in a heart beat.

I think because it’s a Charter Show and all the crew attending are really fun people to meet.

MARTI MORRIS, CHIEF MATE M/Y Monaco Yacht Show for sure! A good time to catch up with both old and new friends and it usually indicates it’s the end of another long Med summer season. One good last push during the show then time to relax just a little.

33% Lazing on beach

TOM BLENCOWE, BOSUN M/Y Monaco for certain. End of season vibe and a lot of crew appreciation going on. Everyone is hyped and friendly, awesome parties from start to finish, and it’s a rewarding way to show off your hard work from the weeks prior.

ON GUARD The highly portable and easy to use DroneGun Tactical provides a safe countermeasure against a wide range of drone models. It allows up to 1km coverage in a wide range of environmental conditions immediately ceasing video transmission back to the drone operator. Optional GNSS disruption capability (GPS, GLONASS). Operating time 30 mins. www.droneshield.com

ANGELSHARK Sources from he 19th and early 20th centuries indicate that the Angelshark was once abundant all around the coasts of Western Europe and the Mediterranean. Angelshark numbers have declined enormously across most of its habitat; it is now believed to be extinct in the North Sea and most of the northern Mediterranean, and has become extremely rare elsewhere.

DID YOU KNOW?

All the rivers run into the sea; yet the sea is not full King Solomon

ERICA LAY, OWNER EL CREW CO I like Antigua. After the Med’s gotten all cold and grey it’s awesome meeting up with a lot of the Palma crowd over in the Caribbean, and it’s a brilliant start to a busy winter season with a different vibe.

MARLIES SANDERS, MATE S/Y I’ll vote Palma!! Getting bigger and bigger and a good clientele unless you actually need to sell a boat. Big emphasis on sailing yachts and great crew events generally. And then of course, it’s PALMA!!

RUSSELL WHITWORTH & BEN VICKERS, DIRECTORS MC PALMA For us, it has to be Palma Boat Show. It’s very sailing orientated and although it is not the biggest, it means it’s small enough for you to work your way around it and see everyone. It’s personable and works well for us both.

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NEW YEAR, NEW CREW! It’s that time of year, out with the old and in with the new. Before you decide on your new year’s resolutions, here are ours

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WET JANUARY What is it about the new year?

One minute you’re toasting the countdown with copious amounts of Champagne and the next you’re smug and sober! Months have been renamed as Dry January or Oct-Sober and frankly it’s all a bit dull. Well, we’re suggesting Ginuary, Oct-Rumba and Novembeer. Start as you mean to go on!

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SMOKE SIGNALS Most people decide to give up smoking as a new year’s resolution but here’s a thought, why not start smoking and that way you’ve got something to give up next year. Smoking is a great way of meeting new people and making new friends. It’s the perfect icebreaker so go on, light up.

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JOG ON Suddenly there’s a crew member who’s taken up jogging. They’re up at the crack of dawn and it’s all lycra when it shouldn’t be. Exercise and fitness are important but on January 1st, there’s only one thing to say and that’s jog on!

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EYES ON THE PIES Inevitably there’s someone who’s over-indulged over the festive period and can’t do up their uniform.

Buttons are popping and zips are straining. Of course, there’s the new year diet, then again there are elastic waistbands if you don’t care.

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VEGAN-UARY You guessed it, it’s another stupid name for January as people decide to go vegan for the new year. Is it really worth giving up sausages? We don’t think so. Let’s rename it Lamb-uary and eat as much meat as possible.

APPI SKIING IF YOU’RE HITTING THE SLOPES THIS YEAR, GEAR UP AND GET THESE APPS

MY FAVOURITE DESTINATION SAINTE-MARINE, BRETAGNE, FRANCE David Sieur, Chief Executive, YAS Protec Small typical port of Bigouden country in southern Brittany, Sainte Marine is the perfect place to relax. Enjoy a few oysters with a glass of white wine at “le café de la cale” contemplating the sailboats down the river of the Odet to reach the Atlantic and the islands of Glenan, and finish with

SNAP HAPPY Specialists in developing underwater camera housings, Ikelite have a range of professional camera housings allowing you to take your prized camera on your next adventure under the waves. Capable to depths of 60m, with a slight negative buoyancy in fresh water, with about 3/4 of the camera’s zoom range still usable www.ikelite.com

On The Snow Ski & Snow Report A neat snow conditions app for all devices.

This app brings users current conditions and snow reports from more than 2,000 ski areas, resorts and courses worldwide, plus resort reviews, weather information, and the latest gear.

a dinner at the table of Villa Tri Men ... pure happiness! Navigating along the coast, where tides, currents and storms have created fantastic landscapes is always a unique moment. The “finistère” (end of the earth), offers many possibilities of navigations and discoveries.

37°34′N 26°30′E FOURNOI ARCHIPELAGO The archipelago located in the Aegean accessible from the Greek islands of Ikaria and Samos, is famous for being a hub of Ancient World. 53 shipwrecks were found in the area before 2017 and another five shipwrecks were found in 2018, raising the total number to 58. Those wrecks date back from 4th century BC to 19th century AD

Dark Sky A hyper accurate local weather forecasting app.

A major interface revamp puts more weather data right at your fingertips. The freakishly accurate ultra-local forecast is now accompanied by a precipitation map for the next hour, as well as handy hourly forecasts.

SkiLynx This app keeps you connected with all of your friends on the slopes, allowing you to easily locate and communicate with your skiing buddies wherever they are. With GPS and detailed trail maps to quickly show you where everyone is in real time.

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OCEANS OF EXPERIENCE The complete yachting company THE SHIPYARD PrivatSea Marine Services is one of the largest shipyards in the Eastern Mediterranean comprising 1,500 m of docks and piers, 15,000 sq.m of buildings and structures on 88,000 sq.m of land.

Competitive pricing for alongside berthing and all year mooring of large vessels up to 200m. makes the facility one of the most attractive yards for repairs and maintenance in the region.

PrivatSea Marine Services is committed to provide quality of services at competitive prices with the assurance and quality of a large shipyard.

LOCATION The facility is located on the Old National Road from Athens to Corinth, close to the intersection of the Athens Toll Expressway (Attiki Odos) and the National Motorway. It is 25km from Athens downtown and Piraeus port and 50 km from the Athens New International Airport, less than half an hour highway drive. In the nearby city of Elefsis one can find a general hospital, police and coast guard stations, fire brigade, post office, public telecommunications, government administrative services, various hotels and restaurants.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS The Company is licensed by the Greek Authorities for Building of Vessels, Conversions, Repairs and Maintenance and is listed in the Greek Special Registry (top category) Operates under ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001 as observed by Bureau Veritas. Operates in accordance with ISPS code as observed by the Greek Port Authorities. Operates as a tax free zone, licensed by the Greek Authorities.

ENVIRONMENT The Company manages the collection and disposal of wastes solid and liquid (i.e. sewage, oily fluids), batteries and other from vessels through licensed entities for recycling, as required by the Greek Authorities (Ministry of Development, Competition and Shipping) in line with MARPOL and EU / Greek Directives. The Company has a Pollution Contingency Plan engaging as well, a licensed third party in case of an incident. Outdated computers, screens, computer related auxiliaries, electronic equipment, mobile phones etc are handed to the near-by municipality licensed facilities to be environmentally disposed. Glass, paper, plastic, aluminum cans, packaging material etc are collected monthly by a licensed private entity to be environmentally disposed.

SERVICES The facility can provide berthing for large vessels up to 200m with a maximum draft capacity of 20m. Services available on site include vehicle access to vessels, power, telecommunications, water, waste, fuel, storage, office space and 24 hour security & CCTV.

PRIVATSEA MARINE SERVICES Industrial & Shipping S.A. 27km Old National Road Athens - Corinth, Elefsis, Greece 192 00

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MY OPINION

Safeguard the future of sharks through positive change

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wenty years ago, I had my first face-to-face encounter with a shark.

Not one but three reef sharks that decided to check me out while snorkeling.

They circled me several times before losing interest and swimming away. In those few slow seconds in the water’s off the North West Cape in Western Australia my life shifted slightly. There started a fascination that turned to concern and led to a career in shark conservation.

Although one charismatic species eats up most of the headlines, sharks - with their cousins the skates and rays - make up a surprisingly diverse group of animals.

From deep sea to coastal waters, from the size of a chocolate bar to the size of a truck, from streamlined speed machines to sluggish sloths, one plucky little shark has even learnt to walk. The IUCN Red List has described and assessed 1053 species and new ones are discovered each month.

I’ve spent years talking to people about the seas and, more than anything else, about sharks – hearing their stories, dealing with differing attitudes, handling misconceptions. This experience leaves me with a definite sense of divided opinions.

Sharks, it seems, are the Marmite of the natural world, loved by some, loathed and feared by others. But love them or hate them they are vital ingredients in the ocean soup. Our future is inextricably linked with theirs. And, the future of many of them is by no means certain.

We are slowly but surely pushing some species to the brink, approximately a quarter of all species are currently threatened with extinction. Something has to change.

For a shark lover I’m not sure if I have the best or the worst job in the world. What’s so great? Being involved and genuinely making a difference. We get to dedicate our working lives to sharks, skates and

rays, to sharing knowledge and to making our best efforts to safeguard their future.

Our small team occupying an office unit in Plymouth is having a bearing on what will be in the sea in 50 years’ time. That’s both humbling and uplifting, it gets you up for work in the morning and it keeps you going when things get tough.

The world of shark conservation is a complex place.

Paul Cox looks at how this interplays with environmental, economic and cultural factors

But every day we deal with ‘man’s inhumanity to sharks’, the short-sightedness of overfishing and the illogical and wasteful practice of finning. We’re striving for positive change. Working hard to transform fisheries and influence supply chains so that sharks might have a sustainable future. But the effort required to push through change does make you wonder how we’re ever going to live in harmony with the natural world.

It’s also a tough job because drumming up support for sharks is a constant challenge.

There are so many good causes to gain your support, to take your money and, more importantly perhaps, your compassion and care. With all those good causes, with so much happening in the world, who can find space for sharks?

The irony is that despite the significant challenges posed to shark populations, despite the fact that we could easily start to see major extinctions in our lifetime, the solutions are well within our grasp.

We can save sharks but the window of opportunity is closing rapidly.

There are many organisations out there working for sharks. I believe that by working together, being targeted, fighting for science-based catch limits, pushing for responsible trade, we can ensure that sharks have a long-term plan. We all have a part to play, everyone can do something for sharks.

To get involved visit www.sharktrust.org

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MYBA NEWS

Setting standards and striving for excellence With the diligence and hard work of John Wyborn, MYBA’s Competency Standard will set the benchmark for professionalism in superyacht transactions and operation

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triving for excellence has always been at the core of MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association’s existence and it certainly is the driving force behind the MYBA Competency Standard. The Standard is a consultation document designed to provide those beginning to work for a MYBA Member company with a clearly defined pathway of the areas in which they need to improve their skills in order to ensure success. Whether they are crew moving to a shore based career or just out of school/university, they will all have access to a structured learning plan.

How did it come about? In 2014 Cora Tracey, MYBA’s Executive Officer, presented a proposal to the MYBA Board concerning the creation of a competency standard to act as a guide for the continuing professional development of the Membership. The initiative received enthusiastic support and Ian Biles, who runs the successful annual MYBA Superyacht Brokers’ Seminar, undertook the ground work. After four years of careful consideration and planning, the Standard was announced at the 2018 Monaco Yacht Show and was warmly welcomed by the superyacht industry. When it is fully implemented next year, clients and industry professionals alike will have clear and objective confirmation of what many already understand: that MYBA sets the benchmark for professionalism in superyacht transactions and operations.

The MYBA Competency Standard is set to be a game-changer, a living document that reflects the needs of our industry.

Why do we call it a living document? Because it will never be “finished” as it will always need to be updated in order to reflect changes in the industry, law or regulations.

Why do we consider it a game changer?

Because this has never been done before in any sector of our industry. At this point it is important to clarify that this is not

a qualification; it is a standard. You may ask what the difference is. A qualification certifies that something has been learned; a standard defines an expectation.

The MYBA Competency Standard is divided into three columns, just like an apprenticeship standard. These are knowledge, skills and behaviours. There are two main sections.

The first is a core section common to all candidates, wherever they may wish to work; the idea is to provide a common base level for all MYBA Members. The second contains more advanced and detailed competencies in the specialist area of Sales Broker, Retail Charter Broker & Charter Fleet Manager (these two are combined) and Operational Manager. The idea here is that once a candidate has completed the core and specialist parts of the standard they should be able to function effectively and independently within a Member company.

How will it be used? That shall be decided over the coming months and will be discussed in depth first by the MYBA Membership. The logical development is that the knowledge section will be verified by some type of written or oral examination. This could be organised inhouse, like the current Membership exams, or outsourced to another organisation.

The skills and behaviour section will need to be attested by senior MYBA Members.

For example, once a junior broker has organised sea trials a specific number of times (to be decided) to the satisfaction of their employer, this can be recorded in a “training record”. The training record could be a digital one, to be accessed on a smartphone or tablet.

The standard could form a part of the MYBA Membership application process, or a qualifying condition for access to YACHTFOLIO or E-Contracts. Clearly it will apply at some point to new Members however, precise criteria may need to be developed for people with plenty of qualifying experience who have just never applied for MYBA Membership.

It has taken years to nurture this idea, it will take a few more months for it to come into use but it is expected to live long and serve as an inspiration for yachting professionals to move onwards and upwards.

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With its masculine exterior lines Vripack’s latest voyage into semiexplorer vessels hides an above average interior volume Words: Frances and Michael Howorth

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hen Ali Sayakci, the Turkish businessman, set out to build his new yacht Rock, his primary concern was how to ensure that she would be both sturdy and rugged, yet would also ooze sex appeal. He turned to Vripack a Dutch based team of naval architects who have designed an extensive portfolio of explorer yachts.

Robin de Vries who works there gave him both form and function in what he wanted from a design from good engineering, high performance and sea going capability coupled with an outstanding, design flair.

Rock’s foundation stone is her Fast Displacement hull shape and her high, straight bow cuts through rough seas and yet her low aft section allows a close connection with the water for those on board.

At 24m in length, Rock is only just officially a superyacht, but walking up the passerelle feels like you’re boarding a yacht of 35m plus. The space standards are incredible, the internal accommodation is generous and the deck areas are truly vast.

Owner Ali Sayakci observed that: “Many of the explorer concepts I looked at did not meet the aesthetic and technical criteria I was looking for. Then Vripack introduced us to the concept of a SUV yacht and it was love at first sight.” He went on, “I loved her high straight bow that intercepts rough seas incredibly well and I really enjoy her low after end for its closeness to sea.”

The yacht’s asymmetrical contemporary interiors is, at first, strange but this open plan layout with its routing and furniture placement ensures that guests are always facing the sea, more like a modern loft than a traditional yacht. Angular 3D shapes from the off white lacquered walls are contrasted with soft tactile couches while extensive use of marble creates a juxtaposition between the masculinity of the stone and the feminine shapes of the yacht.

When you’re actually on board the yacht at sea it all makes sense.”

Built in Turkey by Evadne Yachts the project management for Rock was provided by Tufan and Brothers.The yacht’s Fast Displacement hull allows for speeds up to 16 knots using twin CAT C12 engines at 1000hp and even at the more modest cruising speed of 12 knots she still boasts a Transatlantic range of 3000 Nm.

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Setting a new course

IT MAY BE A STRETCH TO SUGGEST JUSTIN BIEBER HAS LEFT BEHIND HIS ‘BAD BOY OF POP’ PERSONA, BUT IT APPEARS TIME ENJOYING THE DELIGHTS OF SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST IMPRESSIVE YACHTS HAS GIVEN THE STAR A SOMEWHAT MORE RELAXED TAKE ON FAME WORDS: RICHARD ALDHOUS

W

hen he looks back, Justin Bieber will accept the fact his dramatic ascent to the very top of the pop world didn’t come without its controversies.

And rightly so – after all, no child of 13 is equipped to cope with an unrelenting work schedule, the pressures of being truly global icon, and a lack of privacy that, by his own admission, led him to believe his future lay away from the music industry.

Add to all that the fact that, even today, Bieber possesses a perfectly mischievous edge – he’s always been tempted to stray to the wrong side of the party vibe; and yet, over the past few years, it’s clear his passions and priorities have changed.

Firstly, there’s the music, which went from teenaged pop fodder to something that, while vehemently sticking with mainstream flavours, appears to have moved across a demographic, just as Bieber has himself.

Then there’s the public image – once sparring with photographers and brandishing his torso to fans, he is, in comparison, rather more considered these days.

And let’s not forget the singer’s marriage to model and TV star Hailey Baldwin. He

may have been in the music industry for well over a decade, but at 24 the Canadian idol remains very young to be settling down; and yet having lived through so much and seen the world already, it perhaps follows that Bieber is slowing things a little.

But perhaps the best signifier of all is the singer’s newfound passion for the open seas. Where time on a yacht previously represented a photoshoot or the filming of a new video, it is now a welcome hideaway from life on shore, and somewhere the star can relax, unwind and enjoy the fruits of his labour.

Bieber’s fascination with yachts began back in 2014 when he chartered well-known celebrity vessel Never Say Never. The $90,000/week bill would have represented loose change to the star, with the name a reference to his 2011 3D concert film.

“From the first time I was out there I was so thrilled because it’s totally different to everything else,” he says. “It is an escape, but I also love the luxury and the attention to detail. There is something so smooth yet so powerful about a yacht and that’s the beauty of it.”

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I STARTED BELIEVING THE HYPE AND WAS ACTING IN A CERTAIN WAY, GIVING THE PAPARAZZI AND THE JOURNALISTS AMMO, AND THEY WERE FEEDING INTO IT A familiar face on the Cannes circuit, he has regularly chartered the magnificent (if rather clumsily named) 280ft rental yacht Ecstasea, a custom-built boat ordered by billionaire Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. It has space for 14 passengers in seven cabins and its value is now estimated at $120million.

Bieber and former partner Selena Gomez also spent time on his rather more modest Princess S72, and the prince of pop is known to favour superyacht Vogue, built by Horizon, when it comes jumping in the sea for jet skiing and other water sports.

“It’s very intentional that I’m now allowing myself time to relax,” he says, “and I do love to get away from it all. I’ll never be the sort who wants to be a recluse, and I’ll always stop to say hello to people, but as I’ve got older I do understand the importance of separating yourself from the madness of it all, so to have somewhere to do that is very important. It doesn’t matter what you’re talking about in life, it pays to take your time and to give big decisions the respect they deserve.”

It also appears that stories of wild parties on Bieber’s boats, involving guests handpicked by the star, are wide off the mark.

One invitee recently leaked to the press one such occasion where her and a group of friends were called on board, but suggested the popstar was apparently the “perfect gentleman”, offering quiet drinks, playing relaxing music (not his own) and inviting the yacht’s crew to sit down with them to enjoy conversation and share stories.

“I love the whole atmosphere of being by the sea,” he continues.

“And I’m always thrilled to go to places like Cannes, because while

there is such a buzz and an energy, the harbour is so serene and still. I love that contrast.”

It’s fair to say Justin Bieber, in 24 years, has scaled heights most fail to come anywhere close to in a lifetime, and along the way he has learned so much from his mistakes.

“I look back now and realise I was approaching a lot of things wrong,” he admits. “Yes, I was frustrated that every stupid thing that happened was getting blown out of proportion... by the press, across social media, everywhere. It was almost like I was a reality star rather than a musician. And because of that I started believing the hype and was acting in a certain way, giving the paparazzi and the journalists ammo, and they were feeding into it.

“These days, I still need the thrill and to enjoy myself away from music,” he says, surely referencing one of his other passions, cars (his purchases include a Ferrari F430, an Audi R8, a Range Rover, a Lamborghini Aventador and a Mercedes Maybach). “But here’s the thing - stepping back, doing the nicer things in life and caring about myself more, is much more important.” Indeed, by Bieber’s own admission, his reuniting with a higher power – in the form of him rediscovering his faith – and a period of selfrehabilitation, is seeing the star well on the road to redemption.

Perhaps it’s not a road after all… perhaps it’s a boat trip.

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WHEN IS OLD TOO OLD? AGEISM IS HITTING ALL SECTORS OF BUSINESS AROUND THE GLOBE

AND SUPERYACHTING IS RIGHT IN THE THICK OF IT. A BUSINESS THAT LIKES TO PRIDE ITSELF ON BEAUTIFUL VESSELS AND INTERIORS WITH SIMILARLY ATTRACTIVE CREW, WE ASK SHOULD WE NOT BE CONCENTRATING ON BRAINS AND EXPERIENCE?

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hanks to the joy of social media, everyone has a platform to whine about how hard their lives are in the yachting industry. One of the frequent rants is about age and how the older you are, the harder it is to get a job on board.

The usual responses range from “if you want it enough you’ll get it!” and “I think age and experience is more valuable than being young and pretty!” but really, are those statements true in a cut throat and sexy industry like ours?

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The first question is, why is yachting perceived as a good industry to join when you’re tired of your ‘normal life’? It seems it’s now more than ever that people are deciding to jack their lives in ashore and run away to sea but have they done their research? Or is this based on ‘reality’ (I’ll use that term loosely) TV shows like Below Deck? Unfortunately it seems some sea schools will encourage anyone to go into yachting in order to get cash off them for their courses, instead of giving genuine advice about the realities.

If you’re older, and considering a career change into yachting firstly ask yourself this; are you willing to sacrifice your personal space? You must bear in mind you don’t get to pack up and go home at 5 every evening and see other people. You have to eat, breathe, live, sleep and operate with the other crew members and for most of the time there is literally no escape. You have to love them. You will be sharing a cabin, most likely with a 20 something who parties like you used to be able to, who probably has no spatial awareness or respect for

yours, and who will leave their stuff lying around, and who will fall in the door at all hours when you’re in port, probably reeking of booze, cigarettes, and then will keep you awake by snoring/vomiting all night. Oh yes, you’ll be sharing a tiny bathroom with them too! You’ll basically be surrounded by much younger people, all the time. So don’t expect too many in-depth conversations about the world economy – better start watching ‘Keeping up with the Kardashians’ instead.

OK so that’s worst case scenario… or is it? Are you willing to start right at the very bottom of the ladder as a stewardess or deckhand? Cleaning toilets, floors, windows… scrubbing untold stains off the teak… Don’t expect life experience to count towards much when it comes to yachting, people want the technical skills and knowledge that only comes with time spent on board superyachts.

Some older crew automatically expect to go straight into a more senior role with no prior experience – although land based skills are transferrable; yachting is very, very different. I can’t stress that enough. It’s unique. Even recreational sailors expect to walk into a mate or captain’s position and that is simply not going to happen.

So, if you really do want to cabin share with a kid, and you do want to start from the bottom, the next problem is finding a yacht who wants to accommodate that.

Yachting is a young industry; Chief Stews generally move ashore by early to mid 30s, so if you’re looking for an interior job, you need to find one where the 2nd Stew and Chief Stew are older than you or you probably won’t get hired. A 25 year old does not, generally speaking, want to have a junior working under them who’s the same age as a parent.

This goes for the exterior too, a 25 year old Mate will not often hire an older Deckhand or Bosun. It’s not a comfortable situation.

And you’ve also got to convince them you have the energy and motivation to keep up with the 20 something Duracell bunnies who are mostly running on a heady combination of adrenaline, hormones and red bull. Can you? Are you as fit at 40

as you were at 20? This industry is an energy drainer, the hours are long and if you’re not getting eight hours of sleep a night due to your cabin mate/rough conditions/extra activities then this is not the job for you.

Also we have to consider the yacht owner’s perception and needs too. We all know this can be a very shallow industry and looks are key, yacht users love having a young attractive crew around them. Just like they don’t want someone overweight or spotty serving their champagne, they also often don’t want someone their own age or older doing it either. When their sleek superyacht is coming into port and heads are turning do they want old puffing deckhands grunting and groaning

It is different for men versus women.

Women have a shelf life in yachting, unfortunately that comes down to the owner’s perception once again more often than not. If they want a young vibrant team on board then there’s not a lot you can do about that.

They get the final say in who works on their yacht so if the rest of the crew are 20-30 and you’re 45, then you have to accept it’s not the job for you and find a yacht with an older age range on board.

There are a lot of yachts out there, it’s just hanging in there and being tenacious and persevering.

On the male side of the spectrum, there are so many young captains coming up

IF YOU’RE OLDER AND CONSIDERING A CAREER CHANGE INTO YACHTING, FIRSTLY ASK YOURSELF THIS: ARE YOU WILLING TO SACRIFICE YOUR PERSONAL SPACE? YOU MUST BEAR IN MIND YOU DON’T GET TO PACK UP AND GO HOME AT 5 EVERY EVENING AND SEE OTHER PEOPLE. YOU HAVE TO EAT, BREATHE, LIVE, SLEEP AND OPERATE WITH THE OTHER CREW MEMBERS

out there throwing lines? No. They want young, fit, buff lads to enhance the image that wealth attracts youth and beauty.

Brutal? Yes. Realistic? Also yes.

OK, so that’s covering the latecomers to the industry. What about when you’ve been working for several years in the industry, so you have the experience, you have the knowledge but you feel you’re being passed over for jobs by the younger less experienced ones?

First off, don’t post about it on Facebook’s public forums. Everyone reads those; managers, peers, agents… and unfortunately it reflects badly on people if you moan/whine about anything yachting.

And, you sound like an old fart.

the ranks achieving big tickets by their late 20s, the competition is incredibly tough right now. Again, you have to look at the big picture on board. If the owner is paying low, he’ll get a captain with little/no drive experience. It’s not easy when there are bills to pay, but the only option is to keep on pushing to find a good owner who values your experience and then, stick with him/her as long as you can.

Yachting is a ruthless industry, everyone knows it’s looks-based for many departments, and unfortunately looks fade with age. Best advice to crew is to plan an exit strategy and save some money, before you know it, you’ll be middle aged and wondering where all that cash went!

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AT YOUR SERVICE Femke Jacobs talks to Frances and Michael Howorth onboard Legend and explains her Hotel Manager’s position Did you have a particular reason for joining the superyacht industry?

Having managed two tapas restaurants from opening until success I needed a challenge but I also needed a rest so I went travelling. I am however hugely ambitious and I knew that I needed a new and more exciting challenge and began to look around.

I heard a Dutch yacht owner who was very commercially minded was seeking to employ a Hotel Manager for a newer and larger yacht he had just converted so I got myself an interview. It lasted three hours and at the end of it I knew I wanted the job so much. I went without sleep for a week, but finally I was rewarded with this fabulous opportunity!

Had you ever been at sea before?

No! This is my very first yacht and yes I know how lucky I am to be able to step straight in at the top. But the owner seeks out the very best talent and employs them if he thinks they are right for the job.

What do you most like about this job?

Being Hotel Manager on board this yacht is truly a one off assignment. I work 4 months on and 2 months off. I tend not to do the passages but I am always on when the yacht is being chartered which is the fun part. I absolutely love waking up to a different view every day when we are travelling.

And least like?

The hours are intense when you are on charter and I really really like sleeping, which there is not a lot of time for.

What is your favourite restaurant or bar in the Mediterranean and why is it special?

I really enjoy the over the top and wonderfully inspiring service you get at Paradiso in Barcelona. It appears to be a Pastrami sandwich bar that has a big fridge on the right. If you open that door and walk through the fridge, you emerge into a hidden, 1940s-style speakeasy serving fabulous cocktails prepared by Giacomo Giannotti, Barcelona’s best barman. You have to try the bacon-infused Old Fashioned and don’t forget to order a pastrami sandwich which are as good as the cocktails. Order them at the bar and they get served to you through a secret hatch.

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What is your favourite food and what food do you most dislike?

I love eating Spanish foods, Paella is among my favourites. Tapas and the way in which they are served and eaten is an art form and one to be enjoyed. Gazpacho on a hot day takes a lot of beating and who can resist a plate of well cooked calamari? I love Jamon Iberico but really cannot understand the fuss when it comes to Japanese sushi so perhaps that’s my least favourite food.

Has any superyacht service provider impressed you enough to give them a mention?

We work a lot with BWA in ports all around the world and they never let us down.

Name your three dream dinner party guests: My top three would include Beyonce, Carlos Ruiz Zafón, the Spanish novelist and the Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda.

Who is the most funny of all your fellow crew?

Our bosun does a perfect imitation of Johnny Depp’s pirate character Jack Sparrow and if you close your eyes and simply listened you would swear that he was on board just in front of you.

What advice would you give to someone thinking of working on a yacht?

There is no doubt in my mind that before you think of working on a yacht you need to have travelled alone, away from your immediate family. I have seen very promising crew give up their jobs because they are homesick.

You need to be very self confident and fully understand what sort of job you are getting yourself into.

What tip for doing your job better are you willing to share?

Build your crew into a team and become their leader by pulling the cart rather than sitting in the driver’s seat cracking the whip.

Show by example and become someone they are happy to follow.

If you had a magic wand what change would you make to your job?

We have got a rock star crew on board this

yacht and I hate it when I hear friends might want to leave so I would use my wand to make sure no one ever wanted to leave this magical yacht.

How does being at sea so far away from home affect your family life?

My life was turned on its head when I divorced a couple of years ago. Now however I am getting family life sorted out and I am beginning to enjoy my new found freedom.

We are a very close family and while Mum hates it that I am away so often my Dad is so proud of what it is I have achieved. My three brothers are just as close to me and when we are in Holland we all spend a great deal of time together as a family. When I am at sea the Internet makes being apart easier to cope with.

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Spanish What food do you hate most?

Raw fish sushi What would your last supper be?

Well made Paella What are your favourite clothes?

Pyjamas Where in the world would you visit if you had the chance?

Galapagos Where would you want to retire?

A sunny island What car do you drive?

My Grandma’s 1998 Ford Escort!

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oyonic, one of the largest management companies which operates in the International Marine Employment and Services sector is based in Guernsey in the Channel Islands. Located in the Bay of St Malo the Islands are British Crown Dependencies and are Independently Governed and have associate member status within the EU. The Bailiwick of Guernsey consists of the islands of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark, Jethou, Brecqou and Lihou. Measuring just 24 square miles at high tide and with a tidal range of 10 metres Guernsey doubles in size at low tide. Guernsey has a very strong seafaring past from fishing for cod off Newfoundland to Privateering. Its geographical position and allegiance to the UK Crown has seen the Islands at conflict with near neighbours France on numerous occasions throughout history and the range and scope of fortifications built to repel Napoleon is of significant historic interest.

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The senior management team at Voyonic have significant experience in all areas of international marine activity The economy of Guernsey has evolved over time to a position where the main driving force of the economy is now International Finance, The Channel Islands now being one of the largest global Offshore Financial Centres. This ‘industry’ has evolved over the past 50 years and covers all areas of economic activity from Banking, Insurance, Funds and Investment management through to all aspects of International Marine Management and Services.

Much of this activity is centered around the historic town of St.Peter Port and its harbour, one of the best deep water harbours in the English Channel.

St.Peter Port harbour boasts three marinas and is a popular ‘visit’ for yachtsman and boatowners from both sides of the Channel. Cruise liners are frequent visitors and annually the Island will host in the region of 120. Superyachts are making increasing visits on their way through the English Channel and the team at Voyonic are perfectly placed to ensure that a visit to Guernsey will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Voyonic will manage any visit made by a superyacht in a professional business like and discreet manner from arrival through to departure. The senior management team at Voyonic have significant experience in all areas of international marine activity including Legislation, Registration, Tax, Employment and Finance through to Crewing and Concierge.

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AT 2100 watts and weighing in at 61kg, this speaker certainly packs a punch. €14,000 www.bang-olufsen

VINYL SOLUTION Everyone deserves a remarkable listening experience. By re-imagining audiophile features and eliminating non-essentials, Uturn Audio have designed an elegant turntable that delivers lifelike and detailed sound. €425 www.uturnaudio.com

BLADES OF GLORY By combining advanced thermal engine cores for the main propulsion with electric distribution and motors to drive the anti-torque system for more control and simpler vehicle operations and maintenance, this concept from Bell is the future of flight technology.

Sleek, lightweight and fast, if this hits production, it’s the perfect accessory for any heli-capable superyacht.

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LIFE SAVER CAPTAIN MICHAEL HOWORTH EXPLAINS WHAT A SOLAS COMPLIANT RESCUE BOAT CAN AND CANNOT DO AND LOOKS AT SOME OF THE MAIN SUPPLIERS IN THE MARKET TODAY t is hard to believe how quickly the role and the appearance of the SOLAS rescue boat as carried on board a superyacht has changed in the last decade or so.

Gone is the ugly orange blob of an inflatable that together with its own dedicated launching gear cluttered up the foredeck of every superyacht required to carry one. Not only where they nasty to look at, but their very position on deck where they could be swept overboard in exactly the same weather conditions as they were likely to be used, caused many Superyacht Captains to have nightmares. Yet Flag States seeking to impose commercial ship regulations on superyachts thought they knew better and it was only when threatened with the potential loss of income as yachts sought to reflag that they caved in and, hey voilà, we have the rescue boat as it exists today in all its glory.

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Rescue boats built in the 21st century now come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours and can be rigid, inflatable or hybrid RIB type craft. The self explanatory name; rescue boat explains its ‘raison d’être’ and describes it’s innate ability to recover persons from the water when they are unable to do so unaided. Under SOLAS Rescue Boats must also be capable of marshalling and towing liferafts that would otherwise be left to drift helplessly.

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Rescue boats must be between 3.8m and 8.5m overall and be capable of accommodating at least five persons all of who must have room to sit together with a casualty strapped into a standard SOLAS stretcher. Seats for those occupants except the helmsman can be on the deck or floor of the craft but cannot be on the buoyancy tubes, gunwhales or transom.

Motive power can be provided by a fixed or outboard engine.

Under SOLAS rules boats must also be either self-righting or capable of being righted manually by two persons. Under the same regulations they can count towards any lifeboat carrying provision providing it meets the performance standards for both craft.

With safety regulations requiring a SOLAS rescue boat on many large yachts, boat manufacturers have sought out a number of ways to satisfy the legislative requirements whilst still producing a practical tender for transport and even sports boat purposes.

With traditional SOLAS rescue boats being somewhat agricultural in both looks and function a number of custom boat builders and specialist tender suppliers have worked hard to create rescue tenders that can double up as comfortable guest transport

or water sports boats and also match the look of the mother ship.

There are a wide variety of options available depending on whether the main vessel is under or over 500 gross tonnes. White SOLAS tenders are available from a number of tender suppliers, that are certainly more acceptable than dayglow orange when considering superyacht and guest use in general. SOLAS compliant rescue boats can be supplied ex-VAT but only if solely used by the yacht for rescue purposes.

Yachts built to the passenger yacht code are obliged to carry two rescue boats, one on either side of the vessel but superyachts below this size need only carry one. Rescue boats must be equipped with certain items and stores needed for their rescue role.

All you have to do is seek them out and our guide should help with that task.

HURRICANE

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urricane was one of the first builders to recognize the need for luxury SOLAS approved custom tenders for yachts over 500 tons and delivered its first MCA approved ECLIPSE™ in 2000. One of the main criteria in choosing a builder for a SOLAS yacht tender is the degree of engineering resources available to support a credible and properly documented effort. Hurricane has a permanent staff of in-house engineers that provide the know-how of ensuring that your custom SOLAS tender will fit your requirements and stay within Class. Hurricane is one of the few yacht tender builders that actively maintain a certificated Quality Assurance system compliant with ISO 9001-2015 which provides customers a level of comfort that technical issues are properly managed to ensure traceability throughout processes.

For more details Tel: +1 604 940 7631 or visit www.hurricanetender.com

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YACHTWERFT MEYER

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s one of the leading tender specialists over the past 20 years and having built over 100 tenders, many of them custom built, Yachtwerft Meyer has continuously developed its product portfolio to cover the complete range of full and semi-customs tenders and boats to serve the superyacht industry.

Custom or semi-custom SOLAS tenders are versatile boats are designed to fulfil the SOLAS requirements, plus to act as a utility tender, with the maximum reliability and practicability as with all Yachtwerft Myer tenders. The fully custom SOLAS tenders are premium luxury tenders designed and crafted with direct owner input at every stage of the process to fulfil every specification and desire, creating a sophisticated statement of personal style.

For more details Tel: +49 421 98 50 39 50 or visit www.yachtwerft-meyer.com

FASSMER

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assmer is a world market leader in the design and construction of SOLAS approved tenders for the superyacht industry. Their product range covers customised standard designs, completely tailor-made high-end tenders, and even beach landing craft.

Luxurious, elegant, safe and SOLAS approved, Fassmer’s designs benefit from the company’s longstanding experience in this field. The TL Limo 1100: An individual, stylish and luxurious tender, with a full portfolio of design and comfort assets, spot-on functionality and a joy to handle. The SEL-RT 7.5 or SEL-RT 8.5: A partially enclosed life and rescue boat with exquisite ergonomics, sure to satisfy the most demanding requirements.

The RIR 625 ID: A small but nippy, sophisticated rescue boat with a streamlined hull and dynamic drive characteristics, enjoyable to handle and highly functional. The BLC 10.5: Both comfortable, high-speed excursion tender and yacht support tender, this custom craft is ideal for short tours like diving trips or fishing excursions, and its combined guest seating concept with crew area and loading bay is a pleasant experience for you, your crew and your guests.

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NARWHAL

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he NARWHAL FRB-700 SOLAS Rigid Inflatable Boat is designed for rescue operations on high seas with a maximum capacity of 7 + 1 people under a MED (SOLAS) Type Approval issued

by Lloyd’s Register. The console is wide and protects the pilot against the wind and spray with sufficient space to install state of the art electronic equipment.

It is connected to the single point hoisting system with a Henriksen quick release mechanism. It is equipped with a 220hp VOLVO Inboard Diesel Engine and a Hamilton waterjet propulsion system. Fuel is supplied via a 200lt fuel tank located under the deck and offering an autonomy of 4 hours and maximum speed of 32kt depending on sea state. The A Frame located at the rear has a self-righting system, radar reflector, life buoy and navigation lights. The deep V Hull allows smooth sailing and great manoeuvrability in turns with a reinforced structure offering greater resistance and durability. The deck is made of a reinforced glass fibreboard and a non-slip and fireproof covering.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1244 504 500 or visit www.star-international.co.uk

RIBEYE

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he goal of the Ribeye SOLAS Tender range is to create a collection of flexible tenders that truly contribute to your yacht and tender fleet rather than being stowed away and never used. Every Ribeye tender is based upon an offshore hull with a deep V and sizeable bow sheer meaning each tender will be the most stable and dry riding tender in class. By combining these

core characteristics of the Ribeye with the SOLAS specifications means that the Ribeye sets a new standard in the yacht tender market. Ribeye SOLAS Tenders are available from 6 - 9m with either outboard or inboard propulsion systems.

For more details Tel: +44 (01)1803 832060 or visit www.ribeye.co.uk

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BLACK BEAUTY. Fassmer‘s yacht solutions: individually designed in the colour of your fancy.

Tenders and boats to match your yacht – and your every desire. www.fassmer.de

SEL-RT 8.5

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CASTOLDI

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resently Castoldi manufacture N. 3 SOLAS rescue tenders: JT 14 RB, JT 18 RB and JT 19 RB. They all have the Type Approval Certificate in acc. to IMO res. MSC 81(79) and are suitable to equip yachts over 500 GT, built under the LY3 code. JT 18 RB and JT 19 RB have also the MED Type Approval Certificate. While JT 14 RB, being small, can be righted easily by the operator using the special straps located on one side, JT 18 RB and JT 19 RB are equipped with a patented recessed self righting system (called RI.SE.R.) consisting in a balloon and tank, stored in a dedicated stern peak. We’ve adopted this solution so to not install unaesthetic and bulky arch; basically the SOLAS versions of JT 18 and JT 19 are looking the same of the non SOLAS versions.

For more details Tel: +39 029401881 or visit www.castoldijet.it

XTENDERS

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Tenders supplies custom carbon SOLAS rescue tenders from 5.6 up to 8.5m in length. SOLAS stands for ‘Safety of Life at Sea’. Besides rescue craft, these tenders are rugged, versatile boats capable of fulfilling a variety of roles including dayto-day operations and expeditions as well as guest transfers or rescue missions. Reliability is essential for a rescue tender. Building in full carbon fibre allows them to keep weight to a minimum whilst maximising the durability of your vessel. This brings the boat into the realm of many yachts constrained by crane capabilities that in the past would have had to opt for a smaller vessel. Aesthetically,

XTenders ability to customise every component enables you to align your tender to the mothership if required, but more importantly also allows you to assemble a suitable solution in terms of functionality. Each custom tender is tested for SOLAS certification and remains fully functional for delivery, which is part of our unique approach. Hence, our client can be sure he or she gets a physically tested product and not a “type-approved” design.

Xtenders SOLAS tenders, more than certified rescue vessels.

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Distributors for the UK STAR INTERNATIONAL www.star-international.co.uk enquiries@star-international.co.uk

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The custom Xtenders 6.8m Solas was designed for the prestigious SY Aquijo

THE ULTIMATE CARBON FIBRE SUPERYACHT TENDER www.xtenders.com

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ib-X International offer a range of British designed and built SOLAS tenders from 5.0 to 8.5 metres, together with a custom range of SOLAS tenders for the Yacht looking for something a little different. The SOLAS Rescue Boat is designed to act as a man-overboard recovery boat and provide a marshalling vessel for life rafts in the event of abandoning the mother ship.

All Rib-X rescue craft are engineered to comply with the most stringent requirements for a SOLAS tender, that said they are built to the same finish and offer the same functionality as the regular Rib-X superyacht tenders, effectively offering the yacht the capability of carrying less tenders yet still fully complying with safety regulations. Rib-X International is 9001 approved meaning there is assurance of quality and control throughout the entire build process.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)116 247 7017 www.rib-x.co.uk

MARITIME SAFETY EQUIPMENT SERVICING Repforn is an approved local service and repair station for Zodiac SOLAS approved rescue boats and also official sales agent. They are located in Bijela, Bay of Boka, Montenegro.

The trained and certified technicians have accumulated wide experience in both servicing and supplying these special RIBs. Annual services are performed at the service station in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. They can thoroughly pressure test your boat and undertake professional repairs for anything from pin hole leaks to significant damage and tears. The indoor, ventilated, temperature and humidity controlled repair area ensures the repair will last and, they back all of the repairs with a one year warranty. Although founded primarily as an inflatable life raft service station, the company offers other services such as annual and 5 yearly inspection of lifeboats, davits and winches, Inspection and supply of immersion suits, service and supply of inflatable

life rafts (leisure and commercial), plus Service and supply of selfcontained breathing apparatus. The companies team act in a responsible way, basing their activities on a firm set of values and business principles. Quality problems are not acceptable as they are directly connected with safety. No compromise with safety, no compromise with quality, is the company mantra. They strive to achieve operational excellence day after day.

For more details Tel: +382 (0) 68 008 758 or visit www.repforn.com

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SURF’S UP Alf Alderson returns to the 1970s and his first surfing safari to the Atlantic Coast in the south-west of France, and muses on how the region has changed over the past 40 years, but for better or worse?

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fter forty years of surfing the beaches of south-west France, Alf Alderson finds that much has changed, but one thing hasn’t – the quality of the waves.

“Wanna buy some tweeds mate?”

“What?”

“Wanna buy some tweeds?”

I’m standing, befuddled, on a beach on southwest France’s Atlantic coast as an Aussie surfer asks me if I’d like to buy a woollen suit. Then the penny drops – ‘tweeds’ is Aussie surfer slang for a wetsuit.

As it happened I did want to buy a wetsuit, because it was September 1979 and decent surf wetsuits were hard to get hold of, especially in Europe, a region that was still ‘terra incognita’ as far as most surfers were concerned, so after a little bartering I became the proud owner of my first ‘proper’ surfie wetsuit.

On this trip with my mate Mark we’ve decided to do things on the cheap, opting for a budget self-catering apartment in the lesser-known surf spot of Mimizan Plage. Even so it’s within a thirty-second walk of the beach, and is a far cry from the battered canvas tent I had on my first ‘surfari’ almost 40 years ago, a trip which involved stealing vegetables from fields and allotments, drinking cheap, warm supermarket beer at the campsite before hitting the much more expensive bars around Hossegor, and if possible bailing from the campsite late at night without paying – so accurate for the old image of surfers as beach bums and wastrels…

Back then Hossegor was the spot to be because it generally has the biggest and best surf; these days it’s the place to be because, in autumn at least, it hosts the Quiksilver Pro and Women’s Roxy Pro World Surf League The sun-dappled professional surfing contests, if you like Atlantic is awash with that kind of thing.

Now here I am again, on that same beach just north of Biarritz in late shortboards, longboards, September 2018, and it appears that everyone Mark and I don’t, which bodyboards and SUPS, and their dog is a surfer is why we are a hundred the shoreline is an open around here now. The kilometres north of air market sun-dappled Atlantic is Hossegor in order to awash with shortboards, avoid the hype and the longboards, bodyboards crowds. It’s often the and SUPS; the shoreline is an open-air case that older, more experienced surfers will market for surf schools catering for novice stay away from the places they frequented surfers from as far afield as Germany and in their youth like this.

Russia; once you get onto the streets, it’s hard to walk more than 20 metres without The main reason, of course, is because no passing a surf shop, surf bar or surf hostel; one enjoys surfing in crowds (and remember and drive a few kilometres inland and you’ll the golden rule of surfing – one surfer per come across the European headquarters wave), even more so when you’re old enough of global surf brands such as Quiksilver, Rip (alas) to recall the days when there actually Curl and Billabong. were no crowds; it kind of takes the glow off the wave riding experience in Hossegor These days, if you don’t surf in south-west and equally busy Biarritz.

France, god knows what you do; in fact research by the University of Oxford indicates That said, surfing had been developing slowly that good quality surf spots, like those found in the area for around twenty years on my by the score along the 260-km stretch of first visit so it could also get pretty busy coastline between Biarritz in the south at the favoured breaks back in the 70s, but and the Gironde estuary in the north, can not to the extent that it does today, and if generate in excess of $20 million a year to you ventured away from these ‘honeypots’ the local economy, so it’s no wonder that then it was quite feasible to surf a break with wave riders of every sort are so well catered just a few friends for company. In fact, there for. So much for the old image of surfers as were so few surfers around that we’d often beach bums and wastrels… bump into the same people as we travelled ONBOARD | WINTER 2019 | 49

up and down the coast looking for waves, as we would in the evening when we retired to the Café de Paris in Hossegor for one of many cold beers.

Wales’ based surf forecaster/photographer Paul ‘The Gill’ Gill has been making the journey to South-West France annually since the 70s and is in no doubt that it was better in the old days. “During the 70s and 80s we were pretty much surfing hippies and there were not that many of us living a travelling, surf-orientated lifestyle. Today’s city slicker-wannabe-weekend-warriorhipster-dudes tend to bring attitudes and numbers into the waves, and often can’t even surf properly.”

I’ve even heard younger surfers claim that surfing must have been better in the old days because it was far less crowded and commercialised. But there were downsides to that too.

We were all self-taught, learning on highperformance, twitchy surfboards rather than stable, purpose-made beginner boards, and it could take a week of practice before you were at the level most people will reach in a weekend these days.

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We were guided then by conversations with locals and optimistic interpretations of synoptic weather charts

And catching the waves at their best was largely guess work; there were no surf guides or surf forecasts, Internet or otherwise, which could be dangerous as well as frustrating – myself and a friend almost drowned in a rip at a beach just north of Biarritz due to ignorance of the surf conditions.

Today your surf guide, whether printed or on your smartphone, will ensure you don’t even paddle out at such spots - but it will also ensure hundreds descend on the best breaks when they’re firing since there’s no longer any requirement for surfers to learn about weather patterns, oceanography, coastal geography and tides to score the best waves.

As Andy Middleton, one of my fellow travellers on that first surf trip (and now CEO of a successful outdoor guiding company) says, “We were guided then by conversations with locals and optimistic interpretations of synoptic weather charts to guess where the waves would be best, with no guidebooks, Internet sites or surf cams to steer us.”

Most would agree that’s a loss in terms of both knowledge and appreciation of the

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©Col FL Clockwise from top: 1963 Cote de Basques, SW France 1978 Jo Moraiz with surf trophy, Welsh surfers in Hossegor, France late 70s

surfing environment, for there are few things more satisfying than predicting where the best waves will be and walking over the dunes with your board under your arm to discover that not only are you correct, but only a handful of others have got it right too.

And do we really need surfer-specific accommodation, surf cafés, surf bars and more surf shops than you can shake a stick at to enrich our surfing experience?

It seemed ok to me when you just hung out with fellow wave riders at any old bar and camped on any old campsite.

But we’re stuck with all these surferfriendly facilities whether you like it or not, and that ain’t gonna change.

Fortunately, something else that won’t change any time soon is the quality of the surf in this corner of France, and as I walk down the beach at Mimizan Plage again almost forty years on from that first surf trip to Hossegor, freshly waxed board tucked under my arm and the warm sun on my back, I still experience the same frisson of excitement that I had all those years ago – and you certainly can’t put a price on that.

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READING YOU LOUD AND CLEAR With the change in SOLAS regulations covering communications in the event of an emergency or fire, clear and reliable radio contact is essential

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n one incident in 2016, fire on two multi-million pound yachts in Abu Dhabi Marina Yacht Club spread, eventually destroying six further vessels. Fire risk on yachts is very real.

As you’ll know the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations set down minimum standards for protecting against risks, including fire. In late 2016, the SOLAS regulations concerning fire radios changed. This makes it important to review your equipment and procedures to ensure you are still in compliance.

The change to the SOLAS regulations The new rule states that ships built from 1 July 2014 must have a minimum of two portable two-way radiotelephone apparatus for fire-fighter communication for every fire party. They must be explosion proof or intrinsically safe. Older ships must comply by their first survey after 1 July 2018. Therefore, now is very much the time to act on this if you have not done so already.

What happens when there is a fire?

With the regulatory spotlight shining brightly on fire radios, the developers at Channel28 undertook some primary research into what the optimum fire radio would look like. We spent time with crews in potential fire situations and discovered or confirmed the following: • • • •

Radios on their own cannot be heard with a mask and helmet on The crews need to get ready quickly, so ease of fitting is important It gets hot inside a fire suit and the crew members sweat – especially fighting a fire Dealing with a fire onboard a ship is a stressful situation!

Looking at the existing market, there were a number of microphone solutions such as bone conduction and throat mics with inhelmet speakers. But these need to be in exactly the right position to work well.

Watching the crews get ready during our research, we observed that these are hard to position, and they rarely stay in place for long when firefighting.

We also worked with the crews to understand how the radio comms operate. It became clear that the fire teams need to focus on the job in hand and not the general comms around the yacht.

Overcoming these fire radio challenges Armed with this information, our technicians went about devising the optimum radio equipment for firefighting which complied with the new regulations.

The research led us to incorporating the audio within the breathing apparatus mask. We now supply Draeger or Scott in-mask comms.

Normally this requires an upgrade to the mask or a new mask with the comms fitted. But the advantage of this is that once the mask is fitted, the earpiece and microphone are ready to use.

Typically, the breathing apparatus mask is stored with the breathing apparatus kit, and the radio sits on charge. So with our new solution, deployment is as simple as: • Clipping the radio on the belt • Clipping the large push-to-talk button on the front of the clothing. This is easy to press with gloved hands or the back of the fire hose • Plugging the mask cable to the large push-to-talk button And what about the issue of the fire teams being distracted by the general comms of the ship? We advise setting up the onscene commander with two radios – one to communicate with the bridge and crew, and the other to speak with the fire team.

Then you are ready to go!

ABOUT CHANNEL 28 Channel 28 was formed in 2012 by two experienced engineers to develop well-engineered products for the marine sector, in particular, superyachts. Blending physical and digital innovation, we are experts in communications technology. Our flagship product cComm is a platform that provides secure crew communications, alarm and monitoring interfaces, and tender and jet ski tracking.

For more information about fire radios and our other products, or to discuss an engineering project you would like to commission, call +44 (0)1306 257 250 or email info@channel28.co.uk today

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Winter havens IT’S THE SEASON WHEN SUPERYACHTS SHOULD BE LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME PORT TO SPEND THE WINTER MONTHS. THESE ARE OUR SELECTION FOR BOTH OWNERS AND CREW

Karpaz Gate Marina NORTHERN CYPRUS 35°33.5’N/34°13.6’E

Max draft 5.5m

No. of berths 300

VHF 10/16

Max length 60m

www.karpazbay.com

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ward-winning Karpaz Gate Marina offers a safe and cost-effective east Mediterranean base over the winter months in a peaceful North Cyprus setting.

Away from the crowds and hassle in other areas of the Mediterranean, staff at the 5 Gold Anchor-rated marina are able to devote exceptional attention to all the yachts and superyachts in its care. Karpaz Gate Marina has one of the best boatyard facilities in the region and a 300-ton capacity travel lifts. Owners and captains can take advantage of a completely free lift-out and anti-fouling application for their yacht as annual contract packages include a free haul out, hull wash and anti-fouling package with 14 days hard standing. Cyprus was recently ranked as one of the safest countries in the world and the marina is located in a secure and sheltered harbour with CCTV and 24/7 security.

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Island Gardens MIAMI, USA 25° 47° 06 N 80° 10° 43 W

Max draft 5.7m

No. of berths 25

VHF 16/71

Max length 152m

www.islandgardens.com

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t the heart of Biscayne Bay, between Downtown Miami and South Beach, Island Gardens is home to the most glamorous superyacht collection in the United States. Currently operating 5,000 linear feet to host the world’s largest yachts, Island Gardens Marina is

North America’s only marina designed exclusively for mega-yacht dockage. Inspired by the global yachting circuit, Island Gardens is a mixed-use development that is tailored to become the premier waterfront destination in the Americas. Amenities include: luxurious marina lounge, business centre, laundry facilities, BBQ areas, courtesy cars, valet service, 24 hour security, water taxi to Miami Beach. The facility also has numerous spaces for events; Palm trees sway in the breeze, while music pulses through the air as wine glasses clink and cameras flash along the waterfront. Miami’s skyline accompanied by docked superyachts, is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable evening in Miami, whether it’s daytime blue sky or one of the incredible pastel sunsets.

Grand Harbour Marina MALTA 35°53.5’N 14°01.0E

Max draft 15m

No. of berths 50

VHF 13

Max length 135m

www.cnmarinas.com/ghm

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et against the picturesque, historic backdrop of a UNESCO World Heritage site, this marina will take your breath away, by day or by night. The 500 year-old exquisite architecture of Valletta and Vittoriosa creates a captivating atmosphere, further enhanced by the waterfront buildings, which house chic restaurants, bars and café society. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the Mediterranean, and whether for cruising, as a home-port or winter stopover. Malta has suppliers and agents for most marine manufacturers, as well as a shipyard and a full range of facilities for all yacht repair and maintenance work. The nearby superyacht shipyard has the capacity to service, maintain, refit and repair some of the largest ships afloat. It includes a 160m long graving dock and a 140m covered dock, all provided with shore services, workshops, storage facilities and offices for administration and crew.

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FIND YOUR WAY TO ISLAND GARDENS Home to the most glamorous superyacht collection in the United States, The Deep Harbour at Island Gardens has been boasting the world’s largest yachts ranging from 80 to 550 feet at the #HEARTOFMIAMI. With a total of 5,000 linear feet and depths of 18 to 21 feet, North America’s only marina designed exclusively for a full house of superyachts is also the home of Superyacht Miami, the invite-only top tier extension of Miami Yacht Show.

Inspired by the global yachting circuit, Island Gardens is a mixed-use waterfront development located between Miami Beach and Downtown Miami, with unobstructed views of the city’s iconic skyline.

Private Marina VIP Lounge Complimentary Valet Service Concierge Services / Business Center Dock Staff onsite from 8am to 8pm daily 800 AMPS shorepower VHF: Hail on 16, Working Channel: 71 Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Services 24 hour Security Golf Cart Rentals Crew BBQ Area Waterfront Events

Marina Front Desk 305.531.3747 | DockMaster@IslandGardens.com 888 MacArthur Causeway Miami, FL 33132

Marina Genova ITALY 44°25’00” N; 8°50’27” E

Max draft 5m

No. of berths 100+

VHF 71

Max length 130m

www.marinagenova.it

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arina Genova is the Mediterranean nautical centre of excellence: 500 berths, 100 for super and megayachts up to 130 metres, a shipyard area for all maintenance operations, maritime agencies and several other services dedicated to superyachts, restaurants, hotels, commercial activities and events for captains and crews. A recent agreement with Marina of Portofino has launched Marina Genova, 22 nautical miles west, as an essential stop-over ensuring technical, logistic and hospitality services to super yachts up to 130 metres waiting for the Portofino mooring slot call. These include, among others, alongside berth supplies, agency services, shuttle service to and from airport for arriving and departing guests, fuel duty-paid and duty-free docks (from 100 to 150 metres), as well as the opportunity to visit the wonders of Genoa and to know the excellence of the surrounding area.

Alcaidesa Marina SPAIN 36º 09’ 31’’ N, 5º 22’ 03’’ W” VHF 9 No. of berths 17

www.alcaidesamarina.com

Max length 90m

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lcaidesa Marina is situated next to the western slopes of Gibraltar, within the natural harbour of the Bay of Gibraltar offering excellent shelter and deep water access in all weather

conditions. Alcaidesa Marina’s 624 berths provide safe moorings for boats ranging between 8 and 90 metres LOA, as well as modern boatyard facilities equipped with a 75tn boat hoist and specialist workshops. Its privileged location, just a 10-minute walk from Gibraltar’s International Airport means that you will not have to use any other means of transport to enjoy your boat. Alcaidesa Marina is well connected by modern roads and motorways providing rapid access: the A-7 motorway or AP- 7 toll road from Malaga and the A-7 motorway from Jerez. Alcaidesa Marina is accessed directly from the La Linea`s promenade and a designated slip road ensures that any traffic due to the Gibraltar Border crossing is avoided.

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SUPERYACHT DESTINATION

GIBRALTAR

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500m superyacht berth Charted depth of min 6m, and deeper in most parts, within the relatively sheltered harbour waters

Gibraltar offers a wide range of services including: • Highly competitive fuel prices • Waste oil disposal • Spare parts and logistics • Maintenance and repairs • Agency works, Customs clearance, crew visa arrangements • Surveyors

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Airport with daily links to the UK Excellent medical and dental facilities Superb restaurants, bars and entertainment locally Some of the best golf courses in Spain only a 30 minute drive from Gibraltar, as well as horse riding and other leisure activities

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arina Port Tarraco is a deep water marina located in Tarragona and is specifically designed and equipped to offer absolute privacy and security protocols to ensure personalised services to any kind of superyacht available on the market today, their owners,

managers, captains and crew, without any limitation. Marina Port Tarraco offers 33 berths between 45 and 160 metres and complete range of berthing facilities including: 24hr security and CCTV surveillance, ISPS code complaint, shore power connections up to 1,600 amps at 400 V and 6,600 V / 2,000 VA electrical connection, waste pickup, MARPOL certificate, fresh water, high speed internet and TV satellite services, berthing operational assistance on arrival and departure and exclusive concierge service to satisfy any possible request. The marina is also certified as an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) to bring great economical advantages to their clients assisting them to manage all procedures to comply with European Union customs regulations.

Mid Harbour Marina GIBRALTAR 36°8’5”N 5°22’5”W

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he Mid Harbour Marina, which offers more than 500 metres of deep-water berthing for superyachts in the relatively sheltered inner harbour, continues to attract some of the biggest superyachts in the world and with enhanced infrastructure including the provision of fresh water and reduced berthing fees for longer stays, Gibraltar is becoming a ‘must stop’ port. Gibraltar also offers a wide range of other services, including highly competitive – VAT free – fuel, waste oil disposal, spare parts and logistics, maintenance, repairs and surveyors and with the support of excellent yachting agents, customs clearance and crew visa arrangements can also be easily dealt with. There are daily links to the UK available from the local airport, with excellent medical and dental facilities are also on hand along with superb restaurants, bars and entertainment just minutes away. Gibraltar is fast becoming an important stopover between the Atlantic and Mediterranean.

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RACE DESIGNED The RC44 Championship Tour, which has its roots in the Mediterranean, is now one of the key pro-am tours on the international yacht racing circuit Words: Sue Pelling

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atch out for the RC44 Championship Tour next season because with a total of five European race locations lined up, this high-profile pro/am series is likely to be contested just round the corner from a marina near you.

Racing at this event is renowned for its razorsharp competition with some of the world’s top racing hot shots including America’s Cup and Olympic sailors, battling it out on the racecourse. There is even provision for ‘ninth man’ onboard for invited media, sponsors or VIPs to experience the thrill first hand what it’s like to be part of high profile race crew.

The idea behind the RC44 Championship Tour, which was launched in 2007, was to create a series of race events for professional/amateur race teams with a strict owner/driver rule using RC44 design yachts. Twelve years on, the original overall simple idea to bring together the worlds of sailing and business, allowing amateur owner drivers to race, high performance one-design yachts, with some of the world’s elite sailors, appears to have lived up to its expectations.

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“I think the class provides a winning formula. On a relative basis it’s affordable for the level of sailing you are doing, the racing format is highly enjoyable, the members of the class make it a lot of fun.

It’s a good class with great people and it’s very competitive so it’s very challenging for anyone coming into the fleet.”

The team behind the event’s success was also keen to ensure it was spectator and media friendly, so as well as prime sailing conditions to allow three to four races per day over a four-day regatta, the location of the events on the tour are chosen to allow courses to be set close to the shore, and with good spectator vantage points in mind to ensure shore-side supporters and media TV crews don’t miss out on the action.

THE BOAT The RC44 – co-designed by Russell Coutts, five-time America’s Cup winner, and Andrej Justin, naval architect – is a light displacement, high performance one-design racing yacht, which means they are identical in terms of construction, shape of hull, appendages and weight/weight distribution.

Russell Coutts talking about the ideas behind the design said: “We wanted to include a degree of complexity so an owner can experience what a top-end race boat is like to sail. I wanted to create a boat that would be exciting to sail downwind and powerful in light winds.

“I also wanted a boat that could be sailed short-handed with a deck layout incorporating many non-standard adjustments. The trim tab on the keel is an example of that, to reduce keel area yet still achieve good upwind performance and manoeuverability. It adds to the boat’s complexity but the racing enthusiast will enjoy trialing the different tab angles and the resulting performance benefits.”

As well as ensuring the boats are evenly matched for fair racing, the class is passionate about the pro-am status it was originally designed around, with it rules that state there must be a 50-50 split between amateurs and professionals in each team of eight, and the owner of the boat must be on the helm.

The venues for the Tour are chosen for their ideal sailing conditions and this year, for the first time ever, the event will kick off the 2019 season with the RC44 Montenegro Cup, hosted on the beautiful Bay of Kotor

by Porto Montenegro Yacht Club.

Built entirely of carbonfibre, and with a powerful sail plan, the RC44 is fast all round in all conditions. Not surprisingly she flies downwind, while upwind she is responsive to allow crews to enjoy closequarter, hiking out, dinghy-style tacking duels for added excitement.

The Racing Tour will then continue on to four of the best picturesque and challenging sailing destinations in Europe for one-design racing, including the picturesque town of Roving in Croatia for event two in May, and the Swedish sailing Mecca of Marstrand Island for event three in July.

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THE EVENTS

RUNNERS AND RIDERS With some fantastic race venues lined up for the 2019 season and a host of former world champions and RC44 Tour winners already signed up, the 12th edition of the RC44 Championship Tour looks set to beat all expectations.

The organisers of the event say they are expecting all eight current long-term teams to compete as well.

TEAMS CONFIRMED FOR 2019 Artemis Racing Torbjorn Tornqvist Aleph Racing Hugues Lepic Charisma Nico Poons Bronenosec Sailing Team Vladimir Liubomirov / Kirill Frolov Peninsula Petroleum John Bassadone Team CEEREF Igor Lah (reigning RC44 Championship Tour champions) Team Aqua Chris Bake Team Nika Vladimir Prosikhin

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The 2018 Tour, which concluded in mid November, went right down to the wire with just one point separating the top two boats – Team Nika (RUS) Team Ceeref (SLO) – going into the final event in Cascais. The overall winner was Team Nika. It was also an historic year for the RC44 world championship with Team Nika (Vladimir Prosikhin at the helm and Dean Barker on tactics), the first team ever to claim a hat trick of RC44 World Championship titles.

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magine that moment when you step on board your boat and your eyes glance over the water’s surface and all you can see is the pristine underwater world blooming with life.

sensation, you maintain the freedom to go wherever you want whenever you want, only afford by motorboats.

That could be the reality of every marina if the future of boating was electric, what an appealing possibility this could be. As boaters we have a responsibility to the oceans that let us venture out towards the horizon providing the most intense feeling of freedom that only the sea will give you.

From a practical point of view there are also many reasons why electric motors are interesting for marine use. Maintenance on the motor is almost non-existent, so you never have to change filters, fluids, seals or replace parts. In that way it is perfect for increasing the time spent enjoying the water instead of being tied down on the docks doing repairs.

The solution that electric propulsion presents is first and foremost a much more engaging connection with nature. The silence, the sound of the waves as they glide around the vessel that enhance your experience. The respect that you must show the forces of nature also naturally applies to the respect you show for nature as a whole.

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This respect you have for your surroundings also provides the setting for a much more engaging social experiences on the water. The space created by the natural surroundings sets an atmosphere and a stage for quality time like you could only find in certain calm situations on a sailboat. Adding to that

Most harbour infrastructure supports the other big benefit of electric boats. Your own cheap energy ‘refuelling’ point directly where you berth, so you simply plug it in when you are done for the day. It will be recharged and ready to go the next day, simply unplug and push the ON-button.

This raises the biggest concern that some boaters may have regarding electric propulsion. What about the range? It is true that with the benefits of electric propulsion there are also some limitations? Well, not really – it only calls for smarter boating.

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THE HOT SPOT THERE ARE FEW THINGS WORSE THAN BEING ONBOARD AND FINDING THAT THE WIFI OR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IS ON THE BLINK. ADAM FIANDER LOOKS AT THE LATEST SYSTEMS THAT WILL KEEP YOU ONLINE AND CONNECTED he current fascination for my two young boys at the moment is a multiplayer video game called Fortnite.

Played by individuals, or small groups pitted against one another, Fortnite is an incredibly popular, if rather frantic, survival based game that takes place upon an island fantasy landscape inhabited by brightly coloured male & female ‘mercenaries’ hell bent on blasting, or slashing the living daylights out of one another. The winner eventually decided upon through a ‘last man standing’ scenario.

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Forgive me if you detect a certain note of sarcasm in my assessment of this seemingly addictive video internet game, but if anyone else out there happens to be the parent of children with similar gaming habits to mine, they too will know all about the potential for verbal abuse that kids can suddenly throw at parents as soon as the domestic wi-fi signal starts to flutter or (God forbid!) that home connectivity, for one reason or another, is lost completely!

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In fact it appears that no matter what time of day it is, nor where we find ourselves here on planet earth, that same 24/7 level of expectancy and dependency in a strong internet connection has now firmly ingrained itself into the human psyche.

Even within yachting the idea of having a fully connected homeoffice / home-entertainment environment on board means that many are being equipped with communications technology capable of offering enough transfer speed and bandwidth capacity to satisfy those high-level demands.

It’s not just owners and their guests requiring VOIP conferencing and media streaming capability either. Typically, the captain and crew will now receive not just chart corrections and their realtime weather and routing information online, but most of today’s shore-based management companies will require a strong and reliable gateway for the safe and secure transfer of data for all kinds of operational, analytical and forecasting functions, such as logging, maintenance scheduling and reporting, accounting, crew management, hours of work and rest, spares and inventory management, work lists and so on. Many large yachts with a

MarPoint Ltd is a maritime IT company that specialises in providing “out of the box” solutions for the maritime and yachting industry.

Marpoint designs and creates unique internet communications platforms, for yacht and megayachts, commercial vessels and cruise ships.

The Marpoint Unified Management Platform provides the option to create Crew internet hotspot cards, allowing the office to share the FBB or VSAT monthly data package allowance of each vessel with the crew members. By sharing a percentage of the cost with the crew, the office saves on satellite monthly costs while the crew gets internet access at very low rates.

Marpoint Crew internet offers almost complete customization as part of the Crew Internet Café.

Ship Managers and owners can then customize the crew internet by PIN-based or User-based crew accounts.

For more details Tel: +30 211 800 5251 or visit www.marpoint.gr

Safety Management System need good internet for drawings & document management and ISM/ISPS reporting is now handled through a reliable internet connection.

Partly through its long association with military and commercial shipping, SatComms technology has traditionally enjoyed the lion’s share of the remote communications market, but with even higher speeds and higher data carrying capacity coming in the form of 5G networks, we can expect to see more cellular technology extending the communications reach for yachts quite a lot further in the future.

Suffice to say that with an increased demand for high-speed bandwidth and competitive pricing, the yacht market now has a very good choice of both VSAT (very small aperture terminals) and land based communication providers. To maintain a good and

BUZZ WIRELESS The 4G router solutions are a result of the teams and engineers knowledge and experience in the marine market as leaders in connectivity providing cost effective alternatives to marine satellite. Their routers give the ability to provide high speed internet access on board and provide a quality connection for both fixed devices on a wired network or Wi-Fi to the various smartphones, laptops and tablets. In such situations, the costs against VSAT are comparatively minimal and worthy of the time invested to provide this increasingly essential service.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)800 037 5555 or visit www.buzzwireless.co.uk

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A SYSTEM THAT USES A CELLULAR NETWORK, THEN REVERTS BACK TO VSAT WHEN A 3 OR 4G SIGNAL IS LOST, IS WORTHY OF SOME CONSIDERATION reliable broadband connection, many companies now offering a ‘hybrid’ solution that switches seamlessly between the two different systems.

Some reports suggest that even the strongest VSAT signals can be affected by extreme heavy weather, so a system that uses a cellular network most of the time, then reverts back to VSAT when a 3 or 4G signal is lost, is worthy of some serious consideration.

With a mix of products and services that includes VSAT, 4G, L-band, IT and TV, e3 Systems, have developed a hybrid solution that offers yachts uninterrupted connectivity by switching between VSAT and 4G data wherever a signal is available “The result is fast, seamless, secure and extremely controllable connectivity that ensures everyone on board remains connected wherever the yacht sails,” so says e3’s Managing Director, Roger Horner, “Bandwidth can be conveniently shared around the vessel to meet individual demands via the HYBRID APP.” e3 have recently been appointed TIER 1 Value Added Reseller (VAR) status by Inmarsat for two of its flagship services, Fleet

The team provide both hardware and airtime for the following services: VSAT: Ku, C band and Inmarsat GX (Global Express), Inmarsat Fleet Broad Band (FBB), Iridium services and GMDSS. For Hardware solutions Yacht Projects long-term relationship with their partners gives them access to very attractive pricing on Intellian, Orbit, Seatel and EPAK antennas.

They use iDirect, Comtech and ViaSat modem platforms and are fully committed to direct support.

For Airtime, their commitment to loyalty and brand association gives great pricing for the associated airtime with Milano Teleport, Inmarsat and Skylink.

Regardless of the solution they find for you, the commitment to you includes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year two-tier support.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)203 6701765 or visit www.yachtprojects.net Xpress and FleetBroadband and are the exclusive superyacht distribution partner for Kymeta flat panel antennas. “We have fitted 13 installations on yachts of varying size over the past year with another 20+ scheduled over the next few months.

“This is a mix of single and multi-panel solutions, with one panel ideal for vessels spending the season either in the Caribbean or the Mediterranean. We have also developed unique services for the Kymeta panel, such as Bandwidth on Demand, a highly flexible service that can be activated online at short notice, offers activation periods from just two hours and you only pay for what you use. We feel that momentum is now really building for flat

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panels as more early adopters come on board and we are quietly optimistic for the coming year.”

Based in Poole, Dorset, Buzz Networks specialise in maritime super-routers, with single or dual SIM card slots (dual slots for dual mobile network accessibility) that use an externally-mounted, high-gain antenna that extends the effective range from base stations onshore.

The Hubba X4Go and the Hubba X4Duo use a 4G network when they can, but switch back to VSAT if 4G is not possible. While the working range for either of these two routers is quoted as being no more than 20nm offshore, Buzz have the more advanced Hubba X4 Global, quoted as being the first multi-band, multi-protocol, dual SIM, LTE data router designed for operators regularly crossing borders. Hubba X4 Global is quoted as allowing a maximum downlink speed of 300 Mbps and max uplink speed of 50 Mbps.

IT’S NOT DIFFICULT TO IMAGINE AIRTIME USAGE COSTS ON BOARD A LARGE YACHT CAN EASILY AND RAPIDLY GET WAY OUT OF CONTROL Recognising that crew are using their mobile phones, tablets and other portable devices for regular access to essential data and email communications, Warrington based GT Maritime have launched SeaMail, a managed email solution for small vessels such as barges, fishing vessels, inland cruisers and leisure craft to communicate using email more reliably and more costeffectively with shore.

SeaMail has been designed and optimised for use over satellites, dealing with high latency circuits and multiple connection management, making communications efficient and more costeffective. The press release we were sent talks of a simple installation procedure and SeaMail’s efficiencies mean that vessels can reduce satellite bandwidth usage and generate savings of up to 80% on satellite airtime.

“Smaller vessels don’t have the capacity or budget to be able to operate larger, managed and comprehensive email solutions”, says Robert Kenworthy, CEO. “We’ve used our experience to develop a product which suits their needs and requirements, ultimately allowing them to manage their costs and save money.

“Airtime providers can now deliver an even better level of support and service to their small vessel customers by offering a simple, managed email solution with their airtime. This gives users just one place to call for all their satellite communication needs and supplies the airtime provider with the latest tools to support them.”

With the prospect of 12 fully device-enabled charter guests on board and anywhere between 5 and 20 hard working crew, it’s not difficult to imagine airtime usage costs on board a large yacht can easily and rapidly get way out of control.

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COBHAM SATCOM Cobham SATCOM present an innovative solution that can significantly reduce the cost and simplify the installation and management of Inmarsat Global Xpress (GX) networks using multiple Ka-Band antennas. Compatible with Cobham SATCOM’s technology-leading SAILOR 100 GX systems, the solution has already received Inmarsat type approval for use with the Inmarsat GX satellite systems. The solution helps to enable higher uptime and quality of service for end-users of SAILOR GX antennas connected to Fleet Xpress. It can integrate two SAILOR 100 GX antennas (ADU) on a single SAILOR GX modem unit (GMU) while ensuring seamless switching between them according to availability of a stable link based on orientation of the vessel, and to SAILOR FleetBroadband for operational continuity also when out of Ka-band coverage.

For more details Tel: +45 3955 8800 or visit www.cobham.com

Yacht Projects International has introduced SeaWall, a customisable Firewall product that manages bandwidth through a series of limits that can be pre-set for each individual device.

Or you could choose to set one overall limit for everything on a specified network.

Limits can be set on the amount of data available per device or by download speed. You could, for example, choose to give junior crew, or younger age guests a network download speed of, say, 150kbps, but increase this to 512kpbs for the more senior members amongst the crew. Alternatively, you might want to allocate 5gb download capacity for one person and 20gb for another.

Going back to my introduction at the beginning of this report, my wife and I would probably decide to set some kind of data usage based upon hours per day, so that Oliver and Louis would soon get the message that enjoying games like Fortnite would be just one (fairly small!) aspect of the total yachting holiday experience.

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CARIBBEAN CALLING AS THE SUN SETS ON THE MEDITERRANEAN SEASON IT IS ‘ALL EYES TO THE RIGHT’. IT’S THE RIGHT TIME OF YEAR TO CHECK IN WITH AGENTS AND MARINAS AT THAT LAID BACK AND LOW KEY SIDE OF THE WORLD TO SEE HOW THINGS ARE SHAPING UP FOR THE MONTHS AHEAD WORDS: CLAIRE GRIFFITHS

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t’s a year now since the devastating category 5 hurricanes Irma then Maria clamped down on the North East Caribbean in a 12 day span. The damage was enormous and has taken its toll. This year the hurricane season notched up 15 named storms, 8 hurricanes and 2 major hurricanes (Florence & Michael). Says Simon Manley of Shore Support at Simpson Bay Marina on Saint Martin, “Irma affected a lot of what we do, particularly the provisioning side as warehouses and supermarkets were blown away and some larger hotels have still not opened. This has changed the landscape in terms of which service businesses have reopened. As a result we have become much more self reliant and are importing fresh produce and seafood ourselves from Holland and other countries. We lost quite a lot of our equipment in the storm – tenders and centre console boats, vehicles etc and we have been really busy rebuilding our fleet.” Simon also lost key staff who decided to leave the island as a result of the storm. “Rebuilding our team has also been a huge focus and this was perhaps our greatest loss,” he adds.

Dominica was also badly hit and says Andrew Cobra O’Brien, Manager at Cobra Tours & Dominica Yacht Agency, they’ve been working hard to get ready for the season: making sure visitor attractions on land and sea are accessible and user friendly, upgrading operational equipment and facilities, liaising with industry partners as per situation of preparedness.

Specifically that means walking, hiking, driving, riding, or boating to different sites and using machetes, chainsaws, grass cutters, dumper trucks, pick up trucks, dive equipment to clean up and prep land and marine sites. Says O’Brien, “First we put together teams of builders, for repairing

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ERROL FLYNN MARINA & BOATYARD Errol Flynn Marina is located on the northeast coast of Jamaica. The facility encompasses the entire West Harbour and features a marina complex, boatyard and cruise ship terminal. The marina has 32 fixed dockage slips and 22 mooring balls while the boatyard is equipped with a 100 tonne travel-lift and a fuel facility which sells ultra low sulphur diesel and gasoline.

There is also a giga-dock which can accommodate the largest yacht in the world and boutique cruise ships up to 665 feet in length with a draught of 26 feet. The marina is equipped with 24- hour manned security along with cameras and electronic access dock gates.

Amenities include free WIFI, swimming pool. Visitors may reach the town centre by walking for a mere 3 minutes for services such as ATMs and farmers market.

For more details Tel: +1 876 715 6044 or visit www.errolflynnmarina.com

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ALL THE ISLANDS ARE KEEN TO MOVE ON FROM THE MISERABLE MEMORIES AND MAKE IT CLEAR THAT THE CARIBBEAN IS VERY MUCH OPEN FOR BUSINESS and rebuilding our offices, tourist site facilities, our boats. Then mechanics and maintenance men repaired the vehicles and communication equipment. We made phone calls, sent emails, contacted the media, engaged in person to person marketing and attended boat shows etc. to inform the world that we were ready and open for business. Government collaboration and assistance from the ministry of tourism played a vital role in the possibility of this venture. Most activities took a great deal of unity, manpower and money.”

All the islands are keen to move on from the miserable memories and make it clear that the Caribbean is very much open for business. And in locations the hurricanes did not hit, such as Jamaica, Antigua and St. Lucia, prepping for the season involves, cleaning sprucing up, and painting. Marigot Bay Marina on St. Lucia recently completed a full marina upgrade which includes a brandnew Marina board walk which adds to the

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durability of the structure, and a redesigned bridge that connects the Marina to the Marigot Bay resort.

Top tips The island experts recommend visiting yachts stay in close contact with yacht agents in the areas they choose to cruise.

Says Simon Manley at Shore Support on St. Martin, “Weather is a huge factor in the comfort and enjoyment of guests and we spend a lot of time helping captains find calmer anchorages and adapting their itineraries on the fly.” And the other thing to remember is the paperwork. “Some boats make the mistake of assuming that checking into one island, especially in the southern Caribbean, automatically checks them into others. It’s important for captains to remember that most islands are independent sovereign states and the regulations for each port of entry must be respected to avoid penalties or fines,” explains Troy Blanchard at Marigot Bay, St.

Anchor Concierge is a one stop agency catering to all the needs of today’s high pressure yachting industry with offices at both Falmouth Harbour Marina and Antigua Yacht Club Marina. Anchor Concierge are always available to suit the yacht’s time-tables, and are on call 24/7, 12 months of the year. Their positive attitude and commitment to detail, takes the stress out of dealing with many of the government formalities. Their list of services is endless and their prices are competitive, as their slogan says, “The Answer Is YES, now what was the question?”

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Lucia. Almost every stop on an itinerary involves clearing in and out of customs and Immigration, meaning you have to check in and leave each country at port of entry. So Nick Line, Managing Director, at Anchor Concierge & Super Yacht Services Ltd, on Antigua suggests spending a few days around each island to cut down on time dealing with formalities.

Samuel Andrews of Sam Taxi Tours Ltd on Dominica warns that yachts coming for the first time must be made aware that nationals from the following countries require a visa to enter the country: China, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, Nigeria, Dominican Republic, and

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SAM TAXI TOURS Sam Taxi Tours started out as a one-man taxi service in 1991 and later blossomed into a fully registered company.

The foundations of this company were been built on the willingness of Samuel Andrews to take risks and to do whatever it takes to bring ultimate satisfaction to clients and customers. The pillars of this company are knowledge, integrity, confidentiality and distinction. Sam Taxi is now well-known throughout St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the Caribbean and the yachting world. For such a level of excellence, Sam Taxi Tours Limited was awarded with the Prime Minister’s Trophy for long outstanding service in the hospitality industry.

For more details Tel: +1 784 456 4338 or visit www.samtaxiandtours.com Jordan. All other paperwork would be normal.

In Jamaica, Boaters will need to complete forms for the health/quarantine, immigration and customs department. However, these forms are all provided free of charge at the port of entry. Provisioning wise most agree with Nick Line at Anchor Concierge & Super Yacht Services Ltd who says that while shipping in provisions seems like an extravagance, a great deal of what is in the supermarkets on the islands, is shipped in by sea and so it’s a week old and subject to shipping costs and duty before it hit the shelves, so flying in high quality provisions that are two days old and duty free makes a lot of sense as it will keep longer onboard.

Christine Downer,Marina Manager at Errol Flynn Marina & Boatyard on Jamaica says that dry goods are all available at the big chain supermarkets in Kingston and can

be easily had with a local driver. She would encourage yachts to bring specialised fish that is not in Jamaican waters (example: Atlantic salmon) with them as it can take some time to import due to the nature of the goods.

Knuckling down to the yummy stuff these locals offer up their favourite, un-missable bits of their island lives.

Dominica “My father’s grand parents were Irish folks who were sent to the sister island of Montserrat to oversee a plantation,” explains Andrew Cobra O’Brien of Cobra Tours/Dominica Yacht Agency. “My dad

boarded a banana boat and came to Dominica as a young man...met my mom whose parents were descendants of Africans (who were brought to the island to work the plantations) and Kalinago (Carib Indian who came to the island by choice from being hunters and gatherers or nomads, back then coming from south east Asia in the late 15th century)...and boom... here I am! Ever since he has been on this island. O’Brien’s favourite spots include: Prince Rupert’s Bay, Mero Bay, Champagne

COBRA TOURS AND YACHT SERVICES Dominica’s premier yacht agency offering signature island wide experiences including the famous Indian River – filming site of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean, hiking, dive, ATVs, zip lines and so much more.

Since 1989 Cobra has been recognized for providing exceptional superyacht services: port clearances, fuel bunkering, tours & taxis, provisioning, entertainment, aircraft charters, yacht registration and real estate. Relied on for total satisfaction, the agency earned Dominica’s Tourism Director’s Award. Clients are guaranteed superior service and Team Cobra’s personal touch in delivering the best The Nature Island has to offer.

For more details Tel: +1 767 245 6332 or visit www.cobratours.dm

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More than a berthing destination Attracting visitors from around the world, Marigot Bay Marina is a beautiful combination of deep blue waters from the bay and crisp, green palms from the gardens. As practical as it is beautiful, the marina provides convenient access to the Caribbean and offers a 5-star luxury resort for boaters and their guests.

MarigotBayResort.com/Marina https://www.marigotbayresort.com/marina/marina-reservations/

Marina Office: 1 758 451 4275

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Beach Bay on the south west coast of the island, south of the capital city of Roseau and immediately north of the boundaries of the (SSMR) Soufiere Scottshead Marine Reserve.”What do I love most about my island? The nature and natural sites of the island...which sync with the friendliness of its people. The very strong heritage and cultural background that make us who we are!” You don’t want to miss the diving, snorkelling and whale watching in this spot of the world.

St. Maarten Simon Manley, from Shore Support hitchhiked/sailed to the island 30 years ago, and captained yachts between the Caribbean and the US East coast for a few years before staying for a summer and really enjoying it. He says, “I got a challenging and interesting job as the Caribbean Manager for Sunsail and the Moorings which kept me travelling throughout the islands

but using St Maarten/St Martin as my home base.” His favourite two locations are two of the Anguillas outer islands – Dog Island and Scrub Island. He also suggests a climb up the active volcano Mount Scenery (887m) on Saba Island.

Saba is Dutch and Mount Scenery is the highest point of the entire Netherlands.

Pre-hurricane Irma, the St.Martin would have about 400 yachts over 80ft visiting the area and this year Manley expects about 75% of that. Says Manley, “I love the diversity of the region. It’s cosmopolitan with French, Dutch, Antillean etc and also diverse with peaceful and relatively remote spots, busy St Maarten, and classy and chic St Barths.”

Antigua Nick Line, Managing Director of Anchor Concierge & Super Yacht Services Ltd at Falmouth Harbour Marina didn’t know where Antigua was when he answered a

ANTIGUA IS STILL A VERY TYPICAL CARIBBEAN ISLAND AND NOT SPOILT BY HIGH RISE DEVELOPMENT. IT HAS SOME GREAT ANCHORAGES AND SHELTERED BAYS, ALONG WITH STUNNING VIEWS AND A HISTORY

job advert in 1987. He spent a stint in Spain before returning again in 2004. It’s hard to name a favourite spot, there are too many and the islands are too diverse to compare; The British, the Dutch, the French and the US Virgin Islands. But he knows why he loves Antigua, ‘It is still a very typical Caribbean island and not spoilt by high rise development. It has some great anchorages and sheltered bays, along with stunning views and a great history.”

St. Vincent & the Grenadines St.Vincent, says Samuel Andrews of Sam Taxi Tours Ltd, is a lush green island, very sunny, inhabited by friendly people.

CASA DE CAMPO A superyacht marina located 7km away from the La Romana International Airport, and part of the huge 7,000 acre Casa de Campo Resort including three 18 hole golf courses, heliport, luxury villas for sale or rent and a five star hotel. The Marina offers 16’ of draft for vessels of up to 250’ LOA with three alternative mooring systems for vessels of different sizes. As an official ‘Port of Entry’ to the Dominican Republic Customs and Immigration facilities are available onsite 24hrs with personalised assistance. The excellent shoreside facilities at the marina include banks, a good supermarket with gourmet provisioning, a range of international restaurants, various café bars, 3 screen cinema complex, yacht concierge services, cigar shop, designer boutiques, jewelry stores and a pharmacy.

For more details Tel: +1 866 860 5472 or visit www.casadecampo.com.do

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CARIBBEAN

MARIGOT BAY

The beaches are lovely, especially in the Grenadines. He expects about 3,000 yachts between the islands this season. He says, “On mainland St. Vincent, there are many places to pull in along the coastline. They are: Chateaubelair, Cumberland, Wallilabou Anchorage, Young Island Cut and all the Grenadines. If you are a megayacht, we recommend getting an agent to handle the paperwork and avoid the stress of the local bureaucracy. Less time would be spent answering questions so that you can deal with the guests on board.”

St. Lucia Troy Blanchard, Marigot Bay Marina Manager was born and raised on the island.

He’s expecting more than 150 superyachts ranging from 80’-240’ feet to visit Marigot Bay, with many more sailing along St Lucia

waters. For him the most beautiful part of the island and a favourite spot for boaters is between the Pitons, the UNESCO listed twin volcanic cones on the south of the island, in Soufriere. Many of the top recommended excursions are in Soufriere so it gives guests and crew the convenience of easy access to many of the top tourist sites. Soufriere is also home to the famous drive in Volcano.

Another favourite location is Pigeon island to the north. A short ride to the shore from anchorage gives one the opportunity to learn about the rich history and culture of Saint Lucia. Rodney Bay offers a lot in terms of night life and excitement. “Saint Lucia is called Helen of the West Indies for a reason. Its sheer beauty and fascinating culture, coupled with warm, friendly and genuine people make it stand out in the Caribbean,” says Blanchard proudly.

Described by US author James Michener as “the most beautiful bay in the Caribbean”, the Marigot Bay Marina is the Caribbean’s unique premier yachting destination, servicing yachts up to 280 feet. Nestled beside the 5-star Marigot Bay Resort, marina guests can enjoy elegant accommodation, dining and carefully curated activities that showcase the best of Saint Lucia. With a full-service Marina and natural deep harbour, Marigot Bay provides shelter for ships of varying sizes during the worst weather conditions. Their Personal Assistant services and welcome programme are unique to the yachting industry and unrivalled in the Caribbean. Marigot Bay’s magnificent lush setting places guests to nearby Saint Lucia’s majestic rainforests and Pitons and provides access for originating yacht charters with direct international daily flights arriving into Saint Lucia.

For more details Tel: +1 758 458 5300 or visit www.MarigotBayResort.com

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ERROL FLYNN MARINA & BOATYARD The Errol Flynn Marina offers 32 Fixed Dockage Berths and 25 Mooring Balls with excellent facilities for a superior yachting experience in one of the world’s most beautiful and protected harbours. It is the only Caribbean marina capable of handing the largest yachts in the world. Facilities include: •

WI-FI

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Fuel Facility & Bunkering

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100-ton travel lift

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24 Hour manned Security & CCTV Cameras

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Swimming Pool

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Restaurant

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Electronic access Dock & Bathroom Gates

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Banks, ATMs, Markets & Supermarkets - 3 minutes’ walk

Phone: (876)715-6044 / (876) 993-3209 E-mail: info@errolflynnmarina.com www.errolflynnmarina.com

YACHT AGENT PORT CLEARANCE FUEL BUNKERING CONCIERGE PROVISIONING GUIDED TOURS DIRECTOR OF TOURISM AWARD

T: +1 767 245 6332 E: cobratours@hotmail.com VHF: 10/16 www.cobratours.dm

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YACHT HAVEN GRANDE

Jamaica Christine Downer, Marina Manager at Errol Flynn Marina and Boatyard suggests treating Jamaica as a destination in itself rather than a stop-off and to include multiple Jamaican ports in the itinerary: Port Antonio, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, Negril and spend 3-4 days in each port.

If you are going around the Island get a cruising permit in advance from the Maritime Authority of Jamaica. Some of her top recommendations include: rafting on the Rio Grande, the view at the Blue Lagoon hanging out at Frenchman’s Cove beach, eating lunch at Boston Jerk Centre and touring the Blue Mountains. She says, “It all depends on what expectations visitors have before they get here. For example some must visit Bob Marley Museum because they know him for the reggae music, or see Tracks and Records because of Usain Bolt.

The island has a variety of attractions to cater to the different needs of tourists. For example we have mountains for hiking, rivers for rafting and swimming, many beaches, waterfalls, scuba diving, snorkelling, deep sea fishing, culture, reggae music and world renowned jerk cuisine!”

So there you have it - the lowdown on six of the top Caribbean islands. But that’s not even touching the tip of a palm tree of what’s on offer in the Caribbean Sea. There are more than 700 different Caribbean islands, islets, reefs and caves to explore across the three major island groups of The Lucayan Archipelago, and The Greater and the Lesser Antilles. So relax. Chill out.

You’ve got seven hundred excuses to stay there for as long as you like.

Awarded the coveted 5 Gold Anchor Award and named the 2016 Superyacht Marina of the Year, IGY’s Yacht Haven Grande in the historic Charlotte Amalie Harbor in St. Thomas, USVI is one of the finest luxury yacht marinas in the world. Forty-six megayacht slips, world-class amenities, extraordinary service, a beautiful location and idyllic sailing climate make Yacht Haven Grande a premier destination. The marina is complimented by the adjoining shopping galleria and office complex, and shops at Yacht Haven Grande. They offer side-to berth for yachts up to 656’, in-slip highspeed fueling, waste and oil removal, 24-hour security and nearby access to the island’s best yacht provisioning, catering, laundry, fitness centre and ships’ chandlery and much more.

For more details Tel: +1.340.774.9500 or visit www.igy-yachthavengrande.com

SHORE SUPPORT Shore Support is a Caribbean Yacht Agency that changed the way yacht agents have traditionally done business in the region. With a fleet of RIB tenders and centre console boats they pickup and deliver directly to you at anchor and in surrounding islands. Vessel clearance is done before or as you enter the bridge, saving time for guests and tender launching. They have also worked with suppliers to change packaging techniques to ensure freshness and to save weight on flown in products. They also cover all of the usual agency work, clearances and assistance in all islands, APA delivery and more.

For more details Tel: +1 721 544 5009 or visit www.shoresupport.net

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food & drink

What's new in food and drink. The latest trends for you to try over the winter months

THE INGREDIENT...

SCALLOPS Scallops are relatively fast growing, easy to source locally and plentiful. Dredging, as we know damages the seabed and sea life, so we urge you to only buy hand dived scallops.

What to look for Look for the term ‘dry’ on the label. These haven’t been soaked in water, so the flavour is retained.

Great ways to cook They’re fab roasted on the half shell for 3-4 minutes in the hot oven with shredded ginger, chilli and a splash of soy and sesame oil. Garnish with fresh coriander to serve or sear in a hot pan with a pink pepper crust to serve with colcannon and a glug of balsamic vinegar.

How to prep Prise open the shell at the hinge, insert a knife to cut the muscle. Remove the top shell, then lift out the scallop with a spoon.

Pull off and discard the frill, skirt and dark bits around the muscle.

MAKE THE CHOICE

LOSE COFFEE CHOOSE WHEATGRASS

Looking for a better wake-up call than your gallon of flat white? Try a shot of wheatgrass laced with cinnamon: it's nature's version of a Red Bull. A standard serving has 24mg of magnesium around 8% of the recommended dietary allowance for women. It keeps energy levels high by oxygenating the blood. It's also a potent source of vitamins C, E, K and B-complex. The cinnamon (anti-inflammatory, full of weight loss aiding cinnulin) will sweeten the deal.

Wheatgrass is pretty, well let's just say, intense, on its own. Try it in small quantities at first and work your way up.

Make your own at home in a nice re-usable cup and off you go.

GET GINSPIRED Gin lovers, it's time to get acquainted with flavoured gin

TRY THESE LESSER KNOWN PORK CUTS PORK COLLAR Taken from the neck of the pig, it's often sold cut into steaks, but it's worth seeking out a larger cut, boned and rolled, for slow roasting.

Try it…For pulled pork as an alternative to shoulder, or smoked gently for hours in southern-style barbecue.

PIG’S CHEEK These little pillows of pork offer some of the most delicious meat on the whole animal. Try them slow braised.

Try it… Cooked with aromatic vegetables and wine for a rich rag or with sherry, tomato and paprika to make a Spanish style stew; for an extra special dish add a few clams at the end.

WHY NOT TRY?

EDAMAME BEAN HOUMOUS

This soybean derived alternative offers almost twice the protein and half the fat of chickpea humous. It's also rich in the amino acid lysine, to help strengthen bones and teeth and lower cholesterol.

Make your own by boiling shelled edamame for five minutes, pureeing, then adding lemon zest and juice, crushed garlic, two tablespoons of tahini paste and a dash of water.

SIPSMITH LEMON DRIZZLE GIN

SPIT-ROASTED PINEAPPLE GIN

EDINBURGH RHUBARB & GINGER GIN

Sipsmith take their classic London Dry Gin and layer on sweet sundried lemon peel, lemon verbena and vapour-infused fresh lemons.

Whole pineapples are roasted on a spit with demerara sugar until a beautiful caramelisation occurs. The pineapple is then combined with some bold and bright gin.

Freshly picked spring-crop rhubarb is spiked with oriental ginger and infused for a classic Edinburgh Gin. The brand also has many other interesting flavours.

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FOOD & DRINK

under the grill JAMES MORRIS A chef on superyachts for over 20 years, now founder of Salt Professional Catering.

Before becoming a chef onboard yachts, James had extensive experience in Michelin starred restaurants and 5 starred hotels such as the Savoy in London

LET'S TRY SORGHUM The new quinoa apparently‌ Previously only really a staple in old southern American cooking, chefs across the globe are now enthusing about the wonder grain! The versatile grain is packed full of goodness. Protein rich, gluten free, packed full of all the necessary vitamins, easy to digest, extremely filling and hugely eco-friendly. Farmed sorghum only requires a third less water to grow than quinoa or other grains and pulses. Put it in your salad, use it as a substitute for rice, or even pop sorghum instead of corn!

What is your favourite dish to cook?

At this time of year it would be a slow braised ox cheek in port and madeira with smoked potato puree, wild mushrooms and black truffles.

Where is your favourite restaurant?

One of my favourite restaurants would have to be the Terrace Restaurant at The Chevre d’or in Eze. Delicious food combined with a spectacular view.

What is your favourite kitchen gadget?

The spit roast we use on the open log fire at home. To make amazing Sunday roasts. It literally attaches to the fireplace whenever we need it, and entertains everyone whilst the food is cooking.

What is your favourite type of food?

I love fresh fish and seafood. Nothing beats it!

What three factors do you look for in food?

Freshness, seasonality and flavour.

QUICK & EASY BUTTER BEAN & CHORIZO STEW Serves 4 Slice the chorizo and tip into a large saucepan over a medium heat. Fry gently for 5 mins or until starting to turn dark brown. Add the tomatoes and butter beans, bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins. Swirl through the pesto, season lightly and ladle into four bowls.

Prep 5 minutes Cook 10 minutes

200g cooking chorizo

2 x cans chopped tomatoes

2 x cans butter beans

1 jar fresh pesto

Where do you think is the best city in the world for food?

It would be either New York or Bangkok.

What is the one ingredient everyone needs in their galley?

Salt.

What was the last meal you cooked for yourself because you really wanted to eat it?

Duck leg confit with onion marmalade and potato rosti.

What is your most memorable food moment?

My first experience of haute cuisine was at the River Restaurant in the Savoy Hotel after my interview, realising I would soon be able to replicate it. This was my epiphany moment.

Where is your favourite local market for fresh produce?

The fruit and vegetable market in Beaulieu-sur-Mer is my favourite. I just love it when my day starts here, you have quality produce, authentic French market traders and fresh sea air around you.

Who is your favourite provisioner and why?

Jean-Michel Foulquie at Prestige Gourmet in Antibes.

Amazing produce at realistic prices.

Most outrageous guest request?

To roast about 10 cote de boeufs with every meal and discard the meat so they could gnaw the bones.

WHY DON'T YOU TRY...VINEGAR Move over single estate olive oils, vinegar is where it's at. A good vinegar brightens gravies, sharpens stews and transforms a salad.

Unio Moscatel Vinegar From Catalonia, its floral notes marry well with game, walnuts and cheese.

Valdespino Sherry Vinegar Ages like a quality sherry and delivers sweet sharp yeasty and nutty flavours.

Natural Umber Raw, unfiltered organic cider vinegar from Northern Ireland. Containing the health benefits of mother of vinegar.

Womersley Raspberry Vinegar Brilliant in a goat's cheese and pine nut salad.

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SPECIAL BREW A fabulous tea or coffee brewing alarm clock that sits on a rubberwood timber tray on top of a matte black base. The milk vessel cools through a peltier cooler and is activated by an infrared sensor. There is also a drawer to store both coffee and tea with an integrated lid and spoon. €381 www.barisieur.com

You may not need them but you could certainly get used to them

TIME FOR TEA

BOWLED OVER

For those of us who drink tea, the daily pause to put on the kettle and linger with our thoughts is precious. The Kettle teapot is intended to slot into your daily tea drinking ritual and is a delight for all the senses. €60 www.store.menudesignshop.com

Add some Scandinavian cool to your side table or living room with this masterfully crafted bonbonniere. Inspired by Henning Koppel’s 1960s designs. Itself an object of sculptural beauty, the box is a useful place to store sweets or other small treasures. €79 www.laboutiquedanoise.com

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CHOC-TASTIC Imagined by Hotel Chocolat, engineered by Dualit, this chocolate velvetiser comes with its signature magnetic whisk and a snug-fitting lid; it also sits, cordless, on a kettle-style power base. Yes, it is an expensive, space-gobbling, single-cup, single-use gadget, but it is very pretty. €110 www.hotelchocolat.com

EAU SO GOOD The new water jug from Menu is tall, slim and simple – specifically created for the purpose it was intended. There can be little doubt that the jug is for pouring water, not wine. The slender, waist-like shape provides a solid grip and the elegant lid comes with a mechanism which automatically opens when you pour, ensuring that foreign objects stay out and ice cubes, slices of lemon and mint leaves stay in. €60 www.store.menudesignshop.com

MAKING THE CUT Inspired by the precision and agility of a scalpel this handmade steak knife is sharp, nimble and what your steak deserves. Measuring at just over 8 inches long, Skalpel has been tirelessly engineered and prototyped to a size, weight and scale that sits perfectly in the hand. Skalpel’s smooth edge blade means this knife won’t drag and tear your meat when slicing. €90 www.theskalpel.com

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COMMITMENT TO EARN YOUR TRUST DEDICATION TO QUALITY & SERVICES UNPARALLELED RELIABILITY

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Top quality wines at realistic prices At this time of year one should be saving or abstaining after the extravagances of the festive season, and yet Tom Harrow suggests there are also some gatherings that may require bringing a bottle or two

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elow are my currently preferred off-piste selections that will ensure affordable but entirely enjoyable sampling of some new wines over the winter months ahead.

Gruner Veltliner

Austria is responsible for making some terrific wines at the moment. Whilst the reds further south in the Burgenland are well worth exploring, it was Gruner Veltliner which really put the country back on the wine map after the unfortunate antifreeze scandal of the 80s. Whether from the Kremstal, Kamptal or Wachau regions, there is no shortage of these impressively decent and characterful whites to enjoy, under €15.Stylistically Gruner tends to occupy a space somewhere between Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling with some of the gooseberry and grapefruit character of the former with the more floral and stony notes of the latter and a distinctive note of freshly milled white pepper. Recommended producers include Domaine Wachau, Sepp Moser and Weingut Stadt Krems.

Picpoul de Pinet

Known as the Muscadet of the south, this charming and supple wine shares some of its northern cousin’s leesy, wheaty character but with a ripeness of spicy, cinnamon-dusted melon fruit that reminds you that it hails from the warmer climes of the Languedoc. A great example of an affordable wine appreciated by those in the know, its ever-growing fanbase will attest to what a pleasure it is tasting an unpretentious, versatile white that is zippier yet fuller textured than Pinot Grigio but fruitier and softer than lesser Loire Sauvignon Blanc and similarly priced. A great and gluggable aperitif, it’s also well-paired to the local oysters and other freshlycaught shellfish. Recommended producers include Domaine Ls Croix Gratiot, Le Cave de L’Ormarine and Domaine Les Lauriers.

Barbera (d’Asti/ d’Alba or del Monferrato)

Very much thought of as the second grape of the Langhe – with Nebbiolo and the grand wines of Barolo and Barbaresco hogging the limelight, Barbera is well worth getting to grips with. Its forest berry, brambly character is supported by a crisp vein of natural acidity whilst its tannins are quite gentle and fruity. Rarely expensive, Barbera is always good with charcuterie but also a meaty ragu and less wallet-busting wines of Piedmont. Spending your well-earned savings on extra truffle shavings definitely makes sense… recommended wines come from Villa Sparina, Castello di Neive and Araldica.

Monstant DO

With vineyards almost completely surrounding Spain’s most voguish wine destination, Priorat, Monstant is capable of producing some exciting, richly hedonistic reds especially. Stony soils, often bordering the mountains after which the region is named, an arid climate and, where you can find it, old vine Garnacha (Grenache) and Carinena (Carignan) makes for an attractive combination that tends to punch well above its modest price. Dark-fruited with polished leather and dried herb notes, Monstant reds are good examples of affordable winter warmers, and great with roasted and slow braised meats. Recommended wines come from Bodegas Acoustic, Celler de Capcanes and Cinglesblaus.

Uruguayan Tannat

What Malbec has done for Argentina, and Carmenere is doing for Chile, Tannat is hoping to achieve for Uruguay, i.e take a later-ripening, lesser known European grape and applying more sunshine and heat in order to get sufficiently juicy fruit to balance the rich tannins and slightly green character that cooler climates produce. When this is achieved the resultant wines are powerful and spicy with chocolate pod, coffee bean aromas alongside a morass of dark, plummy fruit. The leading light in this field is Bodega Garzon, whose wines are terrific value for the quality and scale of production. Other recommended wines to try this season come from Pisano and Bodegas Carrau.

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Eat Montenegro THE TOP TABLES AND EATERIES TO FIT ALL PALATES AND POCKETS IN GLORIOUS SVETI STEFAN

ADROVIC RESTAURANT Adrovic Restaurant at Hotel Adrovic is a stunning place to eat and not just because of the incredible views form the top terrace. The Budva Riviera has amazing sunsets and this is the perfect place to view them. The food is fresh, exciting and innovative, with an impressive locally sourced wine list and also a great Italian selection. Take your special one here for dinner if you want to impress!

Jadranski Put bb Tel: +382 33 468 507 | €€

NOBU If further proof was ever needed that Sveti Stefan was a hotspot for the hip and incredibly well-heeled, the 2016 opening of a Nobu restaurant is it. Perched on a wooded hill with divine views of the island and over to Budva, Nobu features a slick menu, designer sushi and sashimi that is famous the world over.

Sv. Stefan Tel: +382 69 133 158 | €€€€

OLIVE TREE Counting a rich tradition of excellent food, service and the place to be seen, this new eatery is on the site of the original Olive Tree, a restaurant that served the Yugoslav jet-set during the 70s. The three levels can comfortably accommodate 250 guests, so if you’re looking for intimacy, then look elsewhere. Specialising in Greek and Mediterranean dishes, this is a top destination for foodies.

Sv. Stefan Tel: +382 69 187 988 | €€€

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TABLE TALK

FEMELJA KENTERA Well priced local cuisine in a homey atmosphere. The menu is nicely priced, the staff are friendly and the views from the balcony are stupendous. This is a great place to enjoy the famous views without the price tag, especially at sunset.

With a varied menu, there is something here for everyone, but with an accent on seafood…

Slobode 24 Tel: + 382 69 231 922 | €€

DRAGO Traditional Montenegrin cuisine like calamari, octopus and Balkan sausages at reasonable prices.

Have a light breakfast and lunch, the servings are very generous.

Semi-formal but relaxed and the staff are knowledgeable, friendly and quick. Once again, wonderful views, a varied menu, basically a decent mid range restaurant where you can’t go wrong.

Slobode 32 Tel: +382 33 468 477 | €€

PAŠTROVIĆA DVWORI With its authentic, homemade Paštrovići cuisine and nightly traditional entertainment, this happy, hospitable family-run restaurant ought to be on every traveller's to-try list. It is less flashy than most Sveti Stefan restaurants but ticks all the boxes. A little tough to find and off the beaten track, but maybe this is its charm. Warm staff, great value and definitely worth a visit in the evening for the ‘local’ entertainment.

Blizkuce Tel: +382 33 468 162 | €€€ BLACK RISOTTO A coastal specialty, which gets its famous black colour from cuttlefish ink. A really good black risotto also has subtle flavours of white wine, bay, garlic and nutmeg

RESTAURANT NOBU SVETI STEFAN, MONTENEGRO

BROILED BLACK COD WITH MISO

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

4 black cod fillets 800g Nobu-style Saikyo Miso

1 stalk hajikami per serving

METHOD

• Pat the fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels. Slather the fish with Nobu-style Saikyo Miso and place in a dish and cover tightly. Leave to steep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.

• Preheat the oven to 200˚C. Preheat a grill or broiler. Lightly wipe off any excess miso clinging to the fillets but don’t rinse it off. Place the fish on the grill, or in a broiler pan, and grill or broil until the surface of the fish turns brown.

Then bake for 10 to 15 minutes.

• Arrange the black cod fillets on individual plates and garnish with hajikami. Add a few extra drops of Nobu-style Saikyo Miso to each plate.

NOBU-STYLE SAIKYO MISO

Sake 150ml mirin

450g white miso paste 225g granulated sugar

METHOD

• Bring the sake and mirin to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Boil for 20 seconds to evaporate the alcohol.

• Turn the heat down to low and add the miso paste, mixing with a wooden spoon. When the miso has dissolved completely, turn the heat up again and add the sugar, stirring constantly. Remove from heat once the sugar is fully dissolved. Cool to room temperature.

HAJIMAKI (ginger pickled in sweet vinegar)

• Cut the ginger into lengths. Briefly plunge the ginger into a pot of boiling water to which rice vinegar has been added (1 tablespoon per 1 quart/liger water). Drain and sprinkle thoroughly with sea salt. Let cool to room temperature.

Leave for 12 hours to pickle in Ama-zu which has been diluted 100% with water.

AMA-ZU (sweet vinegar)

8 tbps rice vinegar 6 tbps granulated sugar

2 tsp sea salt

• Heat the rice vinegar, sugar and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium heat until the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove from heat immediately.

• Cool to room temperature.

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body beautiful The latest facts, fads and tips to help keep you in ship shape condition this winter

LA RESERVE GENEVA

Bespoke programmes involve a roll call of cryo-wraps (to kickstart circulation), balneotherapy (to boost metabolism) and cellulite-blasting lipomassage. But enjoyment is also part of the experience. Café Lauren, a light-filled sanctuary of cream leather, velvet cushions and flattering lighting, is the pumping heart of the spa. Refined sugar is banned, but there’s dense chestnut bread, paper-thin pumpkin ravioli and the best spice-rubbed tuna you’ll ever taste. It makes for the perfect winter spa escape.

HERO ADAPTOGENS ASHWAGANDHA One of the most widely used herbs in Ayurdevic medecine, this falls on the calming end of the spectrum. It’s known for its anti-axiety effects and can help you get a good night’s sleep too.

RHODIOLA ROSEA Rhodiola can have a more stimulating effect than the other adaptogens, so a good choice if you are feeling run down but less helpful if you are seeking relaxation.

BEAUTY MYTH USE OF CASTOR OIL INCREASES GROWTH OF EYELASH AND EYEBROW HAIR While castor oil has long been regarded as nature’s Rogaine, application of the oil itself does not affect rate of hair growth. However when applying the oil, it’s suggested use is massaging it onto the desired area for a few minutes. It’s the stimulation that’s associated with the massage action that likely causes boosted hair growth.

SLEEP APPS

BEAT YOUR STRESS

SLEEP TIME+ Fall asleep quicker and wake up refreshed!

Understand your sleep cycles and sleep quality. Fall asleep to soothing soundscapes. Measure resting heart rate with your phone.

Relax, you deserve it, it’s good for you, and it takes less time than you think. You don’t need a spa weekend or a retreat in order to feel relaxed and happy. If you are feeling stressed, anxious or if you have sleeping problems, try the following tips

GOOD MORNING ALARM CLOCK The secret to waking up rested and feeling more energetic and alert is to wake up during a period of your lightest sleep.

The app monitors your movements to detect the best sleep phase.

FACE TIME BeGlow’s Tia system is a facial device that effectively cleanses, firms and contours all at once.

It generates low-to-high frequency pulsations that can be easily controlled depending on your preferred facial skin treatment. www.net-a-porter.com

Breathe deeply Sit up straight, eyes closed, with a hand on your belly.

Slowly inhale through your nose, reverse the process and exhale through your mouth. This helps slow your heart rate, do this exercise for at least 5 minutes.

Decompress Place a warm heat wrap around your neck and shoulders for 10 minutes. Close your eyes and relax your face, neck, upper chest, and back muscles.

Remove the wrap, lay on your back, and use a tennis ball to massage away tension all over your back.

Watch your diet What we eat and drink largely impacts our emotional state. Caffeine and alcohol, even consumed in small amounts, can cause anxiety and increase feelings of nervousness and irritability. Greasy and sugary foods will give an instant sense of pleasure. But will disappear even quicker, leaving you with an even stronger feeling of discomfort.

Exercise Exercise is one of the best remedies to combat stress. Putting physical stress on your body through exercise can relieve mental stress. The benefits are the strongest when you exercise regularly.

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Let’s get fizzical

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This fizzy face-cleansing technique originally from Japan and popularised in Korea claims to be a skin miracle worker, not only purifying it post-cleanse, but firming its overall appearance

Fizzy water facial What is it about?

Carbonated water has a lower pH (between pH3 and 4, which makes it slightly more acidic) than tap water (between pH6.5-8.5) so it’s less likely to lead to dryness.

Plus, it dilates the skin and widens blood vessels to create a smoother, brighter complexion.

ratio of the water mixes should be one to one. Also, the mineral water helps dilute the harshness of the fizzing in the carbonated water, so it’s best to mix the two together.

Alternatively, you can use carbonated mineral water, but this should then be mixed with regular water, the idea is to dilute the carbonation to be gentler on the face.

What are the benefits?

The reason some aestheticians love this treatment, other than for its simplicity, is because the mineral water can help keep the cells between collagen fibres strong, aiding overall firmness and plumpness of the skin. The sparkling water is also known to help mechanically wash out the pores without too much harshness.

How does it feel?

Carbonated water feels a bit warm, and some say you can feel the fizzing action on the skin. It doesn’t necessarily hurt, but because it does warm up and feel slightly tingly, it can feel a bit unfamiliar and uncomfortable.

Regular sparkling water V sparkling mineral water?

The mineral content mixed with the carbonated water is what is supposed to help deliver the benefits beyond that of simple sparkling water cleansing the skin. Typically, the

Who is it best for?

This is fairly gentle and great for most skin types; very sensitive skin types should proceed with some caution.

And, of course, moderation is key. Because of the fizzing action, this shouldn’t be done excessively. More is not more, in this case.

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Get glowing

IMPROVE SKIN TONE AND REDUCE WRINKLES

The fastest way to treat your skin needs is to bag yourself a good serum

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erums feel sensuous on the skin and create an extra layer between your delicate complexion and the elements, especially important during the winter months, and the ravages wrought by dehydrating central heating. So equip yourself with a complexion correcting and protecting souped-up formula, and pave your way to a smoother visage.

With a much lighter consistency than face creams, they contain a higher concentration of active ingredients. The smaller molecular weight can penetrate the skin much deeper than a heavier cream. In fact, serums are the ones that do all the hard work. If you could only use one skincare product for the rest of your life, we’d say grab a serum.

So what is a serum?

You are not alone in having no earthly idea what a serum is. Even if you’re the proud owner of several serums, it’s not a particularly clear

UV PROTECTION Antioxidant rich serums (such as those rich in Vitamin C) tend to work well at preventing the effects from pollution and UV that we are all exposed to during the day. Apply under a sunscreen in the morning.

product on the surface. Plus, you need super human eye sight to read the labels and any of the ingredients or how to use them.

Finding the best face serum for you There are so many serums out there it’s tricky knowing which serum is right for you. You can either look for one that suits your skin type, for example if you have dry skin you ought to opt for one with high levels of hyaluronic acid, whilst if you suffer from breakouts, one containing vitamin C will do wonders. In our opinion it’s good to have a serum wardrobe that you can turn to in the morning.

How often should I use my serum?

Well, this all depends on the serum and your skin type. Read the label (good luck), but once a day will probably cover all bases. Yes, serums tend to be on the pricier end of the skincare spectrum.

But for a very good reason. Remember that bit about being super concentrated and potent?

WHICH SERUM IS RIGHT FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE? ACNE-PRONE SKIN Look for vitamin C (increases collagen production, and reduces inflammation), retinol (also an antioxidant), zinc (soothes irritation), salicylic acid (un-clogs pores).

FEELING DULL Look for antioxidants like green tea extract, resveratrol, ferulic acid (these combat free radicals, and promote cellular repair and healing by night).

DRY SKIN Look for vitamin E (an antioxidant, protects cells from oxidative damage), niacinamide (improves skin elasticity), glycolic acid (gently exfoliates and lightens discoloration) and hyaluronic acid (retains moisture).

A word of caution: Because serums are super potent, more is not always better.

Be careful before piling it on. Powerful ingredients can irritate sensitive skin. Mix in with your normal moisturiser and always patch-test accordingly.

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BRIGHTEN DULL SKIN As you age, your skin can naturally start to lose that look of natural radiance. Apply the chosen serum to clean skin, both morning and evening, to help illuminate the skin and stimulate cell renewal, revealing more youthful looking complexion.

MINIMISE DARK SPOTS Daily UV exposure and aging can result in the appearance of dull skin and discolorations like dark spots. Serums can make skin look more luminous and help fade the appearance of dark spots over time. Apply before heading out for the day, and be sure to also take sun protection measures.

ADDRESS SIGNS OF AGING Face serum plays a vital role in any effective anti-aging skin care routine. Pick a serum that contains intensely hydrating hyaluronic acid. These serums absorbs quickly to help reveal instantly replenished, plumped skin. Apply the serum after am and pm cleansing, This includes you boys….

BOOST VOLUME Use a serum to help boost volume As you mature, your skin can gradually lose moisture and volume, especially in delicate areas like cheekbones and under the eyes. Use a serum that contains hyaluronic acid. Follow up with a nourishing moisturiser.

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1 DR SEBAGH Rose de Vie Serum €219 www.drsebagh.com 2 EISENBERG Masque Creme Magique for eyes €100 www.eisenberg.com 3 MALIN+GOETZ Replenishing face serum €65 www.malinandgoetz.eu 4 DR. JART+ Cermidin Treatment €35 www.sephora.fr 5 BYBI Supercharge Serum €35 www.sephora.fr 6 VERSO Hydration Serum €90 www.versoskincare.eu 7 BECCA SKIN LOVE Glow Elixir €45 www.sephora.fr 8 THE ORGANIC PHARMACY Four Acid Peel €40 www.theorganicpharmacy.com 9 111SKIN Vitamin C Brightening Booster €95 www.111skin.com 10 SISLEYA Anti-Age Firming Serum €300 www.sephora.fr

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GYM-TASTIC To match the stylish and elegant interiors of the world’s most luxurious yachts, your gym also needs a touch of style. View our favourite equipment fit for any yacht’s gym

A5X ASCENT TRAINER Take your fitness training to the next level. Tone and strengthen your entire body, boost muscular endurance and improve cardio stamina. €8,927 gymmarine.com

FINESSE BARBELLS

8 TR SERIES TREADMILL Star Trac’s triple cell cushioning system along with dual-adjustable fans creates a more rewarding workout. A sleek design paired with top interactive features. €14,500 gymmarine.com

Finesse model barbells, gold plated 10kg to 60kg in 5kg increments on vertical rack. Available in a variety of styles, finishes and colours €128,650 customgymequipment.co.uk

THE WATERROWER A1 Handcrafted in premium ash hardwood with a sleek aluminium monorail.

For reasons of ecology, all woods are harvested from replenishable forests. €833 gymmarine.com

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ELEGANCE DUMBBELLS Finesse model dumbbells, gold plated 2.5kg to 50kg in 2.5kg increments on vertical rack. All models are available with different finishes and colours. €169,500 customgymequipment.co.uk

WATER GRINDER In sailing it is the grinder’s task to transform wind into propulsion by hoisting the sails as quickly as possible.

Achieve the fitness of a racing grinder in the gym! €1,776 gymmarine.com

BERLUTI Hock Design is renowned for its precision engineered fitness equipment: steel, polished leather and wood 4kg dumbbells. €1,250 mrporter.com

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Suited and booted Uniforms help dress the yacht and give a sense of belonging to the crew as well as being the clothes best suited to performing work onboard

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ILIT, a unique natural material made additive, is drawn from coffee residue and coffee-beans shells. This is added to the extruder during the spinning process, via micron meter size particles. A small percentage of oxide particles is added to improve effectiveness and for better washing resistance. The additive is proven to be skin friendly, and is harmless to the human body. The special composition of the coffee carbon together with the oxide absorbs the body heat and captures it for an extended period of time. This activity is most effective when the fabric is used as base layer nearest to the body, allowing the complex structure of the additive to capture our body temperature, isolate it and keep it in the garment. Superior thermal insulation, comfortable sweat free sensation. Powerful deodorising effect. Effective anti-bacterial properties. Natural colour and dye free.

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hik’s Avlare® shirts hate water. These highly technical tops are made from Avlare fabric, a revolutionary fibre containing an extremely durable, water repellent technology. The result is a totally hydrophobic fabric, where spray and rain simply roll off it. Avlare is extremely lightweight, air permeable with a four-way stretch that bounces right back, making these tops comfortable to wear for athletic activity and in warm conditions. It is highly breathable, yet keeps you warm due to its ability to block out both wind chill and water. Being soft and light, its lasting water repellence is ideal for all watersports enthusiasts, including crew.

Tailored for both men and women in short and long-sleeves tees, Avlare weighs just one quarter the weight of wet Spandex used for rash vests.

For more details Tel: +31 646 345 877 or visit www.zhik.com

Suitform

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uitform work on an ad hoc project basis for the ultimate in personalised apparel and can design and manufacture absolutely anything their clients request. The fabrics are chosen on the grounds of their quality and their performance towards the end product, according to the space/surroundings and the specialty of the crew. Personalised embroidery and printing techniques are used, which are enhanced by the brand’s design and manufacturing know-how. What Suitform foresees is that the uniforms will stray from the strict lines of a typical form, which is something that, as a company, they are already applying and suggest. These predictions stem from the development process of yachts, as regards the field of designing and technology.

For more details Tel: +30 210 4113671 or visit www.suitform.com

Helly Hansen

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or fabric innovation this season, Helly Hansen has introduced some key new technologies across it’s collection including; LIFALOFT™ technology that is so mobile and comfortable you’ll likely forget you’re wearing it. The all-purpose marine-designed HP Racing Midlayer delivers the ideal amount of warmth with new, proprietary LIFALOFT™ insulation that is thinner and can be lighter and warmer than typical alternatives. The exterior is constructed with waterproof, windproof and breathable Helly Tech® fabrics that, combined with the insulation and provide full-stretch performance. S.Café® coffee grounds technology boosts sun protection to UPF 50 wet and dry. LIFA® Active Light is a high-performance fabric that keeps skin dry in any condition due to its inherent hydrophobic properties and moisture moving construction.

By adding S.Café coffee grounds to the structure of LIFA® fibres, sun protection greatly increases. Since the coffee grounds are part of the LIFA® filament, they never wash out. The lightweight shirts breathe easy, provide just enough insulation when needed and promise all day comfort with quick-dry construction.

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The Trimmer Range, Designed in New Zealand, delivered to the world.

4 Way Stretch, Water Repellent, Environment - Friendly & Fast drying.

Sales Enquiries: sales@eventsclothing.co.nz

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Find Our Full Range Here: www.eventsclothing.co.nz/catalogue

Crew and Tailor

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rew and Tailor is a next generation uniform brand out to change the expectations of the yacht uniform. Driven by evolving technologies in the superyacht industry, they don’t believe crew uniform should compromise on style, performance or quality. Crew and Tailor offer an all-inclusive service with a readily available range, bespoke design development and branded uniform supplies. Their debut range showcases their custom colour ways and tailored cuts that are purposefully constructed in ‘smart’ fabrics providing UV protection, bacteria barriers and that self-regulate body temperature.

Their designs boast technical features born from work on deck like wash-down safe pockets, laser cut aeration and rubber coated buttons. Crew and Tailor are London based and committed to supporting British manufacturers and suppliers where possible.

Along with the high standard of quality synonymous with the ‘Made in GB’ label, local manufacturing reduces lead times and enables them to deliver swiftly. Turn heads on the water in 2019 with our unique colour palette or the function-forward, heat bonded pieces from their ready-made line or start development on your own uniform story.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)79 4014 9909 or visit www.crewandtailor.com

Grace & The Sea

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he team at Grace & The Sea are based in the superyacht hub of Barcelona and are passionate about being a part of the yachting industry and offer a versatile range of crew wear that will appeal to a wide range of needs, tastes, and operational budgets. The objective is to offer apparel brands and custom designs that are currently not available from other crew wear providers. The team have been working within the superyacht industry for many years and understand the wants and needs of crew in terms of style, wearability and fabrics. The range offered covers all departments on the yacht and items are available for both summer and winter seasons, with a wide range of accessories, such as bags, belts, shoes, caps and sunglasses. They offer a full range of uniforms for all crew and seasons together with a selection of spa wear and towels.

For more details visit www.graceandthesea.com

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Events Clothing Company

Taylor Made Designs

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abric technology is the driving force behind Events Clothing’s ethos. The garments they develop and provide to superyacht crew all have a point of difference. The Trimmer Shorts and Skort for example are manufactured with water repellent 4-way-stretch, quick drying material, providing maximum comfort and durability, while looking super smart. So good they have been asked to add pants to this range (Due Feb. 2019) Events Grinder Polo (men’s & women’s style) is produced with an environment-friendly ‘bluesign accredited’ fabric. 72% recycled polyester/28% cotton and using zero chemicals to achieve maximum performance, coffee technology, antibacterial, wicking and breathability are all wrapped up in this garment. Coordination of design and practicality are key to any successful uniform supply and with 25+ years of experience and knowledge the team at Events welcome these challenges. Boss on Boss off, on charter off charter, deckhands, interior, Spa, watersports, engineers or chefs, Events Clothing can supply the complete uniform range for any size of superyacht.

For more details contact sales@eventsclothing.co.nz or visit www.eventsclothing.co.nz

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MD are seeing a demand for lighter, more durable products. Fabric needs to move with the pace of the crew and they don’t want to be hindered in anyway by their kit. Quick and easy venting and a focus on athleticism will be a key feature.

The yachting industry is moving faster than ever before and how products are designed and developed is reflecting this. Customers want to look good, garments to last longer and they are thinking more about their carbon footprint. The marine sector is also getting more confident with colour. Even the most traditional customer is updating their look as the fashion and outdoor market is accessing more people online, and social media influencers play an increasing part in their buying decisions.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1202 473311 or visit www.taylormadedesigns.co.uk

ADVERTORIAL

THE PERFECT SOLUTION John Shinske looks at the latest options available in the event of necessary teak deck replacement

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ry Teak Solutions Patented “Resin Infusion Process” instead of deck replacement. We have all seen the heartbreaking sight of 18mm of perfect teak being removed in splinters from a two-year-old teak deck because faulty adhesive was used in the installation. It is possible that as much as 30 per cent of the teak decks manufactured and installed are removed and or replaced prior to the wood wearing out due to faulty installation or product failure.

Teak Solutions was the first company to aggressively research and test methods to ‘save’ essentially new teak decks. This approach seemed prudent given the dwindling quantity and quality of teak coming from the forest. The research revealed that the primary cause of early deck failure necessitating replacement was voids created by improper installation. All teak decks develop some leaks over time. When a few teak seams open or battens crack and cause leaks on a well designed and installed teak deck, there is really nowhere for the water to go and the problems are minimal. On poorly designed or badly installed decks when the seams open, the water runs into voids under the teak. When stepped upon, they expand and the void worsens. Eventually the teak deck lifts and the trapped water which often contains salt causes corrosion which can lead to structural damage. With the problem identified, Teak Solutions has developed a cure, our patented “Resin Infusion Process”.

A special two part resin is infused into the voids with pressure, thus filling the voids and returning the deck to a solid state More research, testing, developing of methods, special equipment, and proprietary materials were required. When testing was finished the writing and attaining of international patents was conducted. The final result is a Teak Solutions patented “Resin Infusion Process” where in a very simple explanation of a complex solution the voids under a teak deck are opened to atmosphere, the trapped water removed, the voids cleaned, and a special two part resin infused into the voids with pressure thus filling the voids and returning the deck to a solid state.

Teak Solutions has perfected this process over the past few years and used it on numerous mega yachts to save beautiful teak decks; reducing the impact on the rain forest; keeping the yacht in service; and in fact, the quality of the teak saved simply could

not be replaced for any amount of money on today’s teak market.

If you have a teak deck which is beautiful but having problems, maybe Teak Solutions patented “Resin Infusion Process” can save it. Call Teak Solutions, our patented Resin Infusion process is proven, it works and will save your teak.

For more details Tel:+34 689 520 180 or visit www.teaksolutions.com

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GOING THE EXTRA YARD The finest yards with the skills and expertise needed to provide the perfect refit NEWPORT SHIPYARD UNITED STATES

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ocated in the heart of Newport, Rhode Island, Newport Shipyard is a full-service marina and refit/repair yard with hauling capabilities for sailboats and power yachts up to 500 MT. Newport Shipyard offers many amenities to their customers including: ship store & chandlery, fitness centre, crew housing, courtesy vehicles, Belle’s Café, and more. In addition to their state-of-the-art equipment and highly trained team, they offer project management services to help customers complete their refit/repair projects as timely and efficiently as possible.

Yard size 40,000 sqm Max length 90m + Max lift 500 mt Travel lift 500 mt, 200mt, 100mt Dry dock 12,000 sqm Other amenities Dockside café, fitness centre, chandlery, ships store, courtesy vehicles, crew housing.

For more details Tel: +1 401 846 6000 or visit www.newportshipyard.com

MB92 LA CIOTAT FRANCE

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B92 La Ciotat is ideally situated on the beautiful coastline of the Cote d’Azur, a traditional hotspot for superyacht owners and charters, and is able to cater to the needs of some of the largest superyachts in the global fleet. Clients have access to world-class facilities including dry dock space for vessels up to 180m LOA, a 2000t Rexroth hydraulic shiplift, travel lifts, a 50m paint shed, over 2km of berthing space, as well as fully equipped office space and crew facilities including a gym and crew lounge. During their stay in the shipyard, clients will enjoy over 20 years’ experience at delivering first class superyacht refit, maintenance and repair service from a range of experts in their fields. Supported by their international network of service providers and suppliers, each and every project will continue to benefit from unrivalled assistance long after the vessel has left the shipyard. Ensuring all captains and crew get the most from their stay is their concierge team who will be on hand to care to every need.

Yard size 14,000m2 hard standing area for up to 14 yachts with 4 spaces equipped with keel pits; 2 drydocks (200m and 60m) Max length Unlimited LOA capabilities Mega yacht berths 4 megayachts berths on the hard for vessels up to 85m. 200m dry dock. 250m of quayside space for in water works Other amenities 25-600t Cranes. 300t travel lift. 50m paint cabin.

Helipad. Electricity up to 1200 amps per berth; fresh water; cooling water; rubbish collection; grey and black water processing.

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NAVANTIA SPAIN

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avantia shipyard in Cartagena, strategically located on the Mediterranean coast, is specialised in repair and refit of large yachts. Among the works carried out in the facilities, are extensions of ships, interior renovations, exterior painting, rigging service, technical services and machine room reforms. This centre has its own team of highly qualified people to meet the needs of yachts in steel, aluminum, mechanisation, electricity and carpentry. In addition, it maintains collaboration agreements with prestigious auxiliary companies with a long tradition and experience in the local area. It also has an engine factory, offering different services for Caterpillar, MAN or MTU engines, the supply of spare parts, block casting, machining and engine testing.

Drydock 214 x 20.5 x 7.5m 35,000DWT Syncrolift 150 x 20.5 x 7.5m, net lifting 5000 tons Cranes up to 30 tons Quays 1300m, max draft 7.5m For more details Tel: +34 91 335 85 55 or visit www.navantia.es

HAMBLE YACHT SERVICES UNITED KINGDOM

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amble Yacht Services is one of the most renowned boat yards in the world, and this is largely due to the reputation and facilities offered by their Boat Refit and Repair workshop. No job is too big or too small whether you need emergency boat repair work or an extensive yacht refit. Over the years Hamble have managed yacht refit projects for some of the most prestigious yachts and motorboats, as well as high profile race boats and round the world charter fleets. From the initial survey and quote through to project management and quality control they can look after every aspect of your yacht restoration or refit from start to finish. An expert and experienced refit and repair team can undertake emergency boat repair work in all materials. From collisions and groundings to general wear and tear, they can get your yacht or motorboat back on the water quickly and efficiently. Hamble also have extensive experience working with classic wooden yacht restorations and timber yacht repairs including everything from topside planking replacement and re-painting to installing modern fittings.

Max length up to 100ft Max lift 80 tonnes Travel lift 80 tonnes Dry dock n/a Other amenities Riggers, full service yard, storage, offices to let and a cafĂŠ.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)2380 454111 or visit www.hambleyachtservices.co.uk

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SUPERYACHT REFIT & REPAIR Composed of engineers, project managers, highly qualified in-house teams with fully equipped shipyards and service points in Turkey

Tel: +90 212 26 26 726 Email: info@ krmyacht.com www.krmyacht.com

Istanbul | Antalya | Gรถcek | Yalova | Bodrum

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CHALKIS SHIPYARDS GREECE

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halkis Shipyards S.A. is one of the leading shipyards in the Mediterranean that can accomplish almost all the ship repair work spectrum having as background the completion of a significant number of projects. Established in early 70s, having the experienced, perfectly qualified personnel, certified EN ISO 9001:2015 and OHSAS 18001:2007 and with Port facilities that are under the implementation of ISPS code safety procedures, Chalkis Shipyards also complies with all requirements for the protection of the environment through compliance with mandatory legislation and also with the improvement of its environmental performance. Maintaining and improving with diligence the quality of services, Chalkis Shipyards is targeting to the full satisfaction of its clients in all fields of cooperation (quality of work, delivery time and cost of work). Chalkis Shipyards is willing to ensure a strong international presence in ship repair business through the effective management of a wide range of services and activities and also establish itself in the field of newbuilding of specialised vessels.

Yard size 400.000 sqm Max length 195m Max lift 13.000 tons Floating crane upto 30m Dry dock 2 floating docks

For more details Tel: +30 22210 33300 or visit www.chalkis-shipyards.gr

MB92 BARCELONA SPAIN

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et in the heart of the beautiful Mediterranean city of Barcelona, the shipyard covers 124,00m2 and offers a comprehensive refit, repair and maintenance service to superyachts up to 220m LOA. The facilities include a 200m dry dock, a synchrolift with space to accommodate up to 7 yachts at any one time, and work is nearing completion on a new 4800t shiplift capable of hosting vessels of up to 115m LOA. Their team of dedicated specialists take care of all client needs and requests from pre-project through to delivery and beyond. Working alongside them on-site are over 1000 world class subcontractors during high season with an international network of partnering suppliers and service providers able to provide support wherever needed. As one of the most desired locations for captains and crew, MB92 work hard to ensure that every stay with them in Barcelona is enjoyable. Not only does the city offer so much to see and do, but it also provides fantastic international connections via the nearby airport to ensure that anything required for the project can be sourced and delivered as efficiently and speedily as possible.

Yard size 124,500m2 working area Max length 200m LOA Mega yacht berths 16 berthing spaces for yachts up to 200m Other amenities Shore power supply; DSL & Fibre; fresh water and cooling water; Connection to waste water discharge; Connection to the fire system; air conditioning system; mobile crane, fork lifts and elevator platforms; waste removal, cleaning and recycling services For more details Tel: +34 93 224 02 24 or visit www.mb92.com ONBOARD | WINTER 2019 | 107

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TOULON BAY FRANCE

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oulon Bay is well known for exceptional sailing conditions, deep water berths and access for even the world’s largest ships (up to 340m LOA). In 2018 three of the most prestigious yachts in the world stopped for technical, supply or bunkering calls. They were attracted

by ISPS conformity, round the clock security, and the local network of shipyards and expert service companies. No less than five refit yards are based in Toulon. They offer an array of technical know how, variable lifting capacities, and complimentary services to provide visiting yachts with a wide variety of facilities and services. Toulon Bay’s port authority accompanies these shipyards’ implementation and development by land reclamation and offering berthing space when the yards are full. In 2017, the area was completely renovated and welcomed Monaco Marine’s seventh facility. In 2018 the development of a new port area was started in the South of the bay with an extra 1.4 km of secure quayside with video surveillance for visiting superyachts.

Toulon’s new facilities are close to international transport hubs and the major yachting destinations, such as Saint-Tropez, Antibes, Cannes and Monaco. Facilities include: Endel, Foselev,IMS 300 and IMS 700, Monaco Marine.

For more details Tel: + 33 (0)6 46 69 77 27 or visit www.ports-tpm.fr

PRIVATSEA MARINE GREECE

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rivatSea Marine Services is one of the largest shipyards in the Eastern Mediterranean comprising 1,500 m of docks and piers, 15,000 sq.m of buildings and structures on 88,000 sqm of land. PrivatSea Marine Services is committed to provide quality of services at competitive prices with the assurance and quality of a large shipyard. The company is licensed by the Greek Authorities for building of vessels, conversions, repairs and maintenance and is listed in the Greek Special Registry (top category). Operates under ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001 as observed by Bureau Veritas. Operates in accordance with ISPS code as observed by the Greek Port Authorities. Operates as a tax free zone, licensed by the Greek Authorities. PrivatSea Marine Services is one of the largest shipyards in the Eastern Mediterranean comprising 1,500 m of docks and piers, 15,000 sqm of buildings and structures on 88,000 sqm of land. Competitive pricing for alongside berthing and all year mooring of large vessels up to 200m makes the facility one of the most attractive yards for repairs and maintenance in the region.

Max yacht length 200 m Docks and piers 1500 m Depths 6 m Buildings & structures 15000 sqm Yard size m2 88000 sq.m land Covered shed size m2 500 m2 For more details Tel: +30 210 55 45 100 or visit www.privatsea.com

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KRM YACHT REFIT & REPAIR TURKEY

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RM Yacht is the first and only company specialising solely in superyacht refit services with professional in-house teams, consisting of engineers, architects, craftsmen and meticulously picked up agreed subcontractors, in Turkey. KRM’s in house services for high quality finishing for painting, interior, metal works, carpentry and metal works with fully equipped work shops at our refit facilities in Istanbul and Antalya, also have a technical service point at Göcek where the best cruising area in Turkey. All the refit projects are managed by projects managers who have years of experience in superyacht refit.

Istanbul facility Travel lift 75t and 300t Boat mover 30t Yard size 20,000 sqm 200m repairing quay yachts upto 90m 2 x 50m sheds, climatization 400m repairing quay, yachts upto 45m For more details Tel: +90 212 26 26 726 or visit www.krmyacht.com

LLOYD WERFT GERMANY

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loyd Werft is located on a site covering more than 260,000 square metres in Bremerhaven’s Überseehafen on the German North Sea coast, well known for its variety of first class yacht shipyards. For more than 160 years the name of Lloyd Werft has been associated with building and converting unique ships and with a shipbuilding tradition spanning many generations of the same families. Three large dry and floating docks as well as highperformance workshops and logistics sectors are available for building and converting ships of more than 300 metres in length and a draught of up to 11 metres. Work is carried out by a highly motivated team of full-time, professional staff and carefully selected, first-class partner companies from many different specialised fields. Together, they create ships to the highest possible standard, combining advanced technology with proven reliability – like the 140 metre yacht currently under construction. The international success of Lloyd Werft is founded on the newbuilding and conversion of mega yachts, cruise ships and special purpose vessels.

Yard size 260,000 sqm Max length 300m + Max draft 11m Certifications Quality, Safety and Ecological Assurance Standards (DIN ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 18001).

For more details Tel: +49 471478-0 or visit www.lloydwerft.com

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NCA REFIT ITALY

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CA Refit offers exceptional infrastructure and services to all superyachts crossing the Mediterranean. Thanks to constant and significant evolution, NCA Refit is considered one of the most important high-level and prestigious shipyards. The yard counts 100,000 square metres operative space, 1,320sqm subcontractors’ production workshop, 11 warehouses, 200 metres private dry dock (the biggest in the Mediterranean and the only able to allocate even 200-metre yachts), 2,000 metres docks, a floating dock for yachts up to 90 metres with a maximum capacity of 2,200 tons, private heliport and inhouse upholstery and steel workshop. Since 1942 NCA Refit has represented excellence in refit and repair operations for both motor and sailing yachts. An exclusive concierge service is also reserved for crew members.

Yard size sqm 100.000 Max length 200m Max lift 1500tons Travel lift Yes Dry dock 200m Other amenities floating dock – 24/7 guardian service – bunkering service – painting facility For more details visit www.ncarefit.com

MELITA MARINE GROUP MALTA

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elita Marine Group has been established in Malta since 1989 and provides highest quality marine services and facilities in Malta, Greece and Spain. The group’s services include refit and repairs shipyards in Malta and in Tarragona – Spain. All yards are equipped with Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Steel, Wood Carpentry, Upholstery workshops. Direct employment of over 180 people including Yacht Painting team plus specialist approved sub-contractors local and other countries. Melita Marine are also the sole agents for MTU Engines in Malta, Greece and Libya.

Awards MTU Distributor of the year 2012 and 2017 Captain’s recommended Service 2017 UK Yachting Industry Service Award 2002 Ferretti Group Service Award 2008 Malta capacity to lift yachts out of the water up to 5,000 tons and 110 metres long Quay space available for necessary boat works Yards are all equipped with engineering, mechanical, electrical, electronics, steel, wood carpentry and upholstery works.

Capable of carrying out in-water work Directly employing over 130 people including a yacht painting team plus approved, specialist, local and foreign subcontractors Certifications ISPS, ERA, ISO 14001 and 18001 For more details visit www.melitamarinegroup.net

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YACHT ESSENTIALS Chris Clifford recommends his essential products and services for 2019

HeliRiviera HeliRiviera is a training provider and a Fixed-Base Operator with vessel support, concierge and charter services. Their expert instructors provide heli-yacht training online and on deck, as well as helicopter simulator training and helideck auditing. Their base at Cannes Mandelieu Airport offers hangarage, permit procurement, flight planning tools,

concierge and charter services from a multilingual team.

Drawing upon almost 20 years of experience in helicopter aviation and luxury yachting, they offer a personalised, reliable service tailored to you.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 93 90 53 00 or visit www.heliriviera.com

YACHTNEEDS YACHTNEEDS provides yacht crew, wherever they are, to confidently source carefully selected, specifically catalogued, high quality onshore professionals, products and services.

Crew can chat live, apply for the industries latest jobs and listen live to Superyacht Radio, all in one app. Download it for free from the App Store or Google Play! YACHTNEEDS, the only superyacht app you will ever need!

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Siebensee Outdoor Furniture Siebensee is a brand of premium outdoor furniture for yachts, created by furniture manufactory Finkeldei and exterior fitted furniture specialist StĂźkerjĂźrgen.

Siebensee stands for premium quality, a wide variety of materials and an attractive price point. Their range of products includes: dining chairs, lounge chairs, sun loungers, bar stools, dining tables, coffee tables, bar cabinets, parasol stands and exterior cushions.

For more details Tel: +49 5274 980 116 or visit www.siebensee.com

Panama Yacht Registry The General Consulate of Panama is located in the legendary VieuxPort of Marseille, France and offers the Panama Yacht Registry for pleasure yachts of all types and sailing boats. The Consulate provides with efficiency and speed the Seaman Books for officials and ratings. Their clients may pay their taxes and other services directly, without any intermediaries, in the Consulate, having the same official prices of the Panama Maritime Authority. The only

Consulate of Marine Merchants in France offers a wide range of services, including authentication of signature and legalisation of documents needed for sales and finance. The Panama Ship Registry is trustworthy with worldwide prestige, known for its incentives on the financial, banking and maritime services.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 91 90 05 84 or visit www.consulatgeneraldepanamamarseille.com

Sentini Marine There is a significant difference in the standard of documentation supplied to new-build yachts to that of commercial vessels.

Yacht crew rely on poor ‘as-built’ drawings and inconsistent technical information from various manufacturers, reducing overall coherence and value. Sentini Marine wants to bridge that gap with bespoke high-quality, yacht-specific and fitfor-purpose documentation. A full range of manuals, system diagrams, and functional/operational descriptions are provided, not only print-based, but also in electronic format. ‘Yacht standard’ documentation results in increased safety, efficiency and reliability on board your vessel.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1484 514123 or visit www.sentinimarine.com

Jersey Ships’ Registry Jersey has had an active ships registry since 1803, therefore offering over 200 years of experience. The Registry is a member of the coveted Red Ensign Group and has a worldwide portfolio of vessels which are able to fly the unique defaced Jersey Red Ensign.

The Registry welcomes applications from EU, Commonwealth, British, Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories individuals and companies. With a well-regulated offshore finance centre, Jersey also has the associated maritime, legal, company formation and banking expertise to assist potential owners in their financial needs and to register their vessel at the Jersey port.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1534 447728 or visit www.ports.je/shipsregistry ONBOARD | WINTER 2019 | 115

CrewMatch powered by Monjin Crew Match is a new system empowered to bring the right crew to every yacht. As a product that recognises the common quest of both crew and their future employers to find the best fit in each other, it enables crew to showcase their best skills and the yacht or employer to effortlessly seek the most suitable candidate by advertising a vacancy to a database of over 12,000

crew members and captains.Interested crew automatically receive this vacancy and if interested, get in touch with the yacht or employers. The next initial step is to forward the full CV and set up a video interview.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)7584 149370 or visit www.acrew.com

Fastmount Having received a special mention at the METSTRADE DAME Design Awards in November, the heavy duty textile fastening TC-F6H from Fastmount has become a new on board favourite product. Manufactured in New Zealand, the clip is designed to keep exterior cushions in place when it is needed the most: underway with guests on board. Featuring a simple slide-lock mechanism that makes removal and replacement of cushions quick, the female clip pairs with a translucent, self-adhesive male to create a break out load of 23kg, ensuring a durable hold to keep cushions under control.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)6 72 80 81 85 or visit www.fastmount.com

Workrest Workrest is driving innovation in crew management, providing the maritime industry with a smarter way to manage crew. From work rest compliance to crew rotation schedules, Workrest handles your most tedious administration tasks and helps you win back precious time to focus on more important things. Thousands of crew on vessels from 20 to 140m are saving between 30-50 minutes each month compared to their old processes whilst helping Captains, HOD’s and Vessel Management make better decisions based on real-time information. Ready to manage your crew on a whole new level?

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SHOXS SHOXS provides highly engineered, premium quality shock mitigation systems. The military heritage and high performance standards result in bulletproof products and unwavering customer support.

SHOXS have equipped some of the hardest-working men and women on earth in jobs where life and health are at stake and brought them home safely time and time again. They’ve introduced some of the world’s most technologically advanced shock-mitigation

solutions, and are constantly testing ways to further measure and mitigate impact shock. This technology has now been brought into the superyacht industry. Their goal is simple: to transform the experience of impact so boaters can safely travel farther and faster, no matter the destination or conditions.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)773 032 8991 or visit www.shoxs.com

Gordon S. Blair Law Offices Gordon S. Blair is an independent law firm, established in Monaco in 1920. They provide comprehensive and personalised services to individuals, worldwide families, local companies and international groups.

They address a large number of cross-border issues and work closely with a selected network of professionals located in major jurisdictions, including a strong partnership with Gordon S. Blair Switzerland in Geneva. Their commitment is to provide the highest quality service by combining expertise, efficiency and innovation. This dedication to serve their clients’ best interests has cemented their reputation for nearly a century.

For more details Tel: +377 93 25 85 25 or visit www.gordonblair.com

NeKo Yacht Supply NeKo Yacht Supply is a worldwide yacht supplier providing the finest food, professional technical equipment and tailor-made services. NeKo supply all yachts who appreciate a supplier who will arrange everything after placing the order. The products and services are all individually adjusted to clients needs. Any product on your wish list can be sourced from partners they have worked with for many years, including fishermen and butchers. It is the company mission to offer meat and fish of a constant high quality to chefs who believe and share their philosophy. All provisioning products guarantee a thoroughly tested and quality professional preparation and delivery according to strictly controlled, hygienic conditions that are required by law. NeKo Yacht Supply can also provide all technical types of products for all the various departments and activities on board to keep a yacht in top operating order.

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Superyacht Tenders and Toys Superyacht Tenders and Toys provides the best value and supported tender and toy packages in the industry offering a one stop-shop for all tender and toy needs. Superyacht Tenders and Toys provides all of the popular yacht toy brands as well as gym equipment, beach set ups, deck gear and submersibles. The team provides invaluable advice and assistance regarding the choice, specification, options,

build and integration of all items. All products are supported at no charge for the lifetime of the goods. Superyacht Tenders and Toys has outfitted the world’s finest yachts and offers industry leading knowledge, training advice and support which is second to none.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)2380 016363 or visit www.superyachttendersandtoys.com

Van Berge Henegouwen

Van Cappellen Consultancy The ENCAPSURE is a custom designed sound enclosure tailored to your specific on board requirements. This makes it an ideal choice for refit projects this time of year. Key features of the ENCAPSURE are the unique patented closure system, which ensures tight sealing, excellent air-borne noise reduction and the ability to remove all panels within minutes, leaving no frames. The engineering does not stop at the ENCAPSURE design itself, as the specialists at Van Cappellen know that inadequate mount selection, rigid connections and/or dynamically weak foundations can largely destroy the effect of any enclosure.

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VBH has the history behind it to be the go to company for AV, IT, control, communication, lighting, and security on board yachts. Their innovative systems and services are tailored to meet each client’s specific requirements. Their team of over 165 dedicated professionals have one mission, to enrich the yachting experience throughout the entire customer journey and provide unique turnkey solutions. They work in close collaboration with owners, build teams, management companies, yards, architects, and designers. The VBH services include system design, engineering, project management through to supply, development and installation.

For more details Tel: +31 20 799 3700 or visit www.vbhi.com

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Aigua Sea School After a busy Mediterranean season, it’s time to think about securing qualifications that reflect the professional mariner that you are or aim to become.Aigua Sea School, based in Mallorca, trains yacht crew to achieve Certificates of Competence including Powerboating (yacht tender driving), and Yachtmaster, from Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore and, ultimately, Ocean. The Aigua team are well established, consistently highly recommended and

experienced to provide advice on commercial endorsements and provides important and knowledgeable career advice for your future progress within the industry. Aigua Sea School is a regional office of the PYA and can attest sea service for MCA qualifications.

STCW courses to follow soon.

For more details Tel: +34 871 230 373 or visit www.aiguaseaschool.com

Fiona’s Atelier Fiona’s Atelier aim is to inspire its clients with the very best selection of brands and products to make a yacht’s interior perfect for any discerning owner or guest. They are specialists in yacht supplies and can help to master the art or receiving guests. They collaborate with more than 300 carefully selected wholesalers and brands to source rattan or leather goods, cordless lamps, lanterns, crockery, cutlery, glassware, decor items, bath amenities, linens and more.

For more details visit www.fionasatelier.com

Ruben Doñaque Ruben Doñaque is dedicated to specialised marine welding, metal repairs and fabrication in Palma de Mallorca. Established since 1990, the company works with all metals and alloys, such as stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel, copper-nickel, titanium and others. Their services include; design, repair, fabrication and/or polishing of, deck hardware and fittings, bronze and aluminium propellers, pipework for engines, exhausts and ventilation systems, biminis, awnings, pulpits, railings, stanchions, swim ladders, etc in any metal. The business is Lloyd´s certified and available 24/7 for emergency services.

For more details Tel: 34 971 760796 or visit www.rubendonaquewelding.com ONBOARD | WINTER 2019 | 119

Jemal Wright Design Studio Since 1999, Jemal Wright Design Studio has specialised in the design and fabrication of bespoke bath and spa furnishings for the yachting, aviation, residential and commercial industries.

The fixtures have been described as functional works of art created for the consumer who has a unique sense of style.

Today’s superyacht industry has evolved into one where being status quo is not an option and extreme creativity is a must.

With this in mind, Jemal Wright Design Studio create fixtures in any metallic finish or colour as well as a variety of materials including carbon fibre. This flexibility gives their clients a wide range of options to complement any design idea while keeping weight and space restrictions in mind.

For more details Tel: +1 305 915 0969 or visit www.jemalwright.com

Transshipping Agents First class services to the superyachts consigned to their care in Panama Canal transits, Panamanian ports and other destinations.

Port Calls services include: immigration and customs procedures, marina slip reservations, concierge services, local provisions delivery & Panama Canal transits. Securing that vessels comply with Panama Canal regulations, lines and fender rental with linemen assistance. Additional services such as bunkering coordination, private shore excursions, local flight charters, navigation permits, planning itineraries are also available.

For more details Tel: +507-397-9682 or visit www.transshipping-pty.com

Anchorlift Technic Anchorlift Technic deliver a wide selection of davits for tenders, RIBs and jetskis up to 7m, for mounting on swim platforms and decks. For yachts that don’t have a hydraulic platform or crane for lifting the tender out of water Anchorlift Technic have created a unique swing / tilt type davit called DD5, for tenders and jet skis up to 3,5m and 300kg. All products are 100% European made. Davits are fully adjustable and fit most tenders / jetskis on the marketd.

For more details Tel: +47 90090414 or visit www.anchorlifttechnic.com

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Rand Boats The innovative Danish boat manufacturer RAND Boats offers 4 unique tender models ranging from 18-28ft - all incredibly lightweight, available with electric engines, and based on the groundbreaking RAND design maximizing space on board for up to 12 people. Among the four models, the luxurious Leisure 28 is the perfect companion for superyachts, and can easily be lifted

onto the deck due to its low weight, or be used as a chase boat with its strong off-shoring capabilities. Whatever the purpose you are sure to arrive in style with one of the most trailblazing and sustainable boats on the market.

For more details Tel: + 45 3151 3030 or visit www.randboats.com

Carpentry and Boat Building Services C.A.B.B.S was established in 2007 and is widely known as a company that provides quality workmanship above all else. The highly skilled team is willing and able to complete whatever job is required, be it a full interior refit or alteration, a new teak deck or repairs, bespoke exterior furniture, or perhaps Perspex or Corian work. All completed with an end result that you will be proud of. With an emphasis on quality and customer service C.A.B.B.S is the logical choice. For an honest reliable service based in the hub of Mediterranean yachting call C.A.B.B.S. For more details Tel: +34 971 074 965 or visit www.cabbs.es

Shipyard Supply Co Shipyard Supply Co offers a range of high quality, no compromise deck products, designed and manufactured in the UK. Tight controls in the manufacturing process along with only ever using the best materials and fittings ensure that the products offer a superior finish that will stand up to the rigours of daily use on board whilst offering the best value for money. Contact the team for more information on tender whips, fenders, mooring lines, jet-ski trolleys, lifting gear, fender hooks, safety equipment, custom fabrication and much more. New for 2019: procurement department handling deck and engineering spares.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1473 598091 or visit www.shipyardsupply.co

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WINDLASSES | BOW ROLLERS | CAPSTANS | ANCHORS | DAVITS

Anchorlift Technic, Oslo Norway

Phone: +47 90090414

Email: roy@anchorlift.com

www.anchorlifttechnic.com

Maritime Safety Equipment Sales & Service

Approved SOLAS RIBs Service Station

Mobile: +382 (0) 68 008 758 Mobile: +382 (0) 69 858 418 E-mail: info@repforn.com www.repforn.com

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YOUR SAFETY - OUR COMMITMENT “Quality does make a difference and will remain a propelling power in all our activities”

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NautiBuoy Marine NautiBuoy Marine specialises in an award winning, modular system of inflatable platforms and docks with a unique faux teak finish.

One of the most popular combinations are two platforms that can be connected in a T-Shape configuration to create the perfect jet-ski dock. With each platform having 4 x 40 litre ballast bags with quick dump system built in, the jet-ski dock has 8 ballast bags in total for superior stability. Also, as the dock is made up

of two sections it is easy to stow, plus it has the flexibility to be configured as an L-shape tender bay, end-to-end as a long run way or with the platforms side-by-side as a large area for relaxation. And with the new modular addition of the C-Dock for SEABOBS the benefits keep on growing.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1364 643921 or visit www.nautibuoymarine.com

CleantoGleam Marine

Tec Wire Tec Wire has become an industry name in the precision engineering of carbon fibre and stainless steel products and solutions.Their standard range of sun awnings, stanchions and flagpoles sit alongside their specialism in custom products.The solution focussed approach of Tec Wire centres around high quality materials and finish, earning them recognition from leading superyachts and yards.From concept to design and engineering to production, Tec Wire’s complete in-house range of services and facilities ensure dynamic expertise and exceptional understanding of onboard requirements. Be it standard, bespoke, carbon fibre constructions or stainless steel hardware, Tec Wire seamlessly combines beautiful design with technical and engineering ingenuity.

For more details Tel: +31 113 223 524 or visit www.en.tecwire.nl

With over 20 years’ experience in cleaning yachts, CEO of CleantoGleam, Gary Winter, has recently developed a range of products that are both tough on blemishes, but at the same time gentle on the surfaces that need to be protected. He wanted to change the face of cleaning products for yachts and therefore sourced the top ten cleaning products from around the globe and took them to different chemists in the UK to find out how to better them. Today, CleantoGleam has seven new highly advanced cleaning products on the market – four for exterior and three for interior – due to this precise R&D. With a wide range of products being environmentally friendly and having biodegradable ingredients is a priority.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1491 845550 or visit www.cleantogleam.com

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LUXURIOUS OUTDOOR FURNITURE FOR YACHTS Siebensee is the ideal partner for furnishing a yacht with outdoor furniture of highest quality. No wonder, each piece of Siebensee furniture is handcrafted to perfection

by Finkeldei and Stükerjürgen in Germany.

Discover our luxurious outdoor furniture collections now: Visit www.siebensee.com and request our new brochure.

Or follow Siebensee on social media and get our instant updates about new products and events.

www.siebensee.com . info@siebensee.com . Made by Finkeldei Interiors GmbH & Co. KG and Stükerjürgen Aerospace Composites GmbH & Co. KG

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Palma de Mallorca

34 646 281 532 24/7 Service info@rubendonaquewelding.com

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Marine bespoke metalwork Specialised welders (TIG-MIG) Repairs and fabrication

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Professional machining Services for and on board yachts Lloyd’s certified welders

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Custom Gym Equipment Custom Gym Equipment is an established British company that designs and produces custom-made luxury weights and racking systems. They service clients from the superyacht world, luxury hospitality to prestigious private homes. They produce bespoke personalised weights to the most luxurious standards.

Custom Gym Equipment works hand in hand with designers, architects and planners to create the perfect centre piece for any luxury fitness space. They combine artistic design, modern engineering practices and a passion for excellence to ensure that they deliver stylish, unique and prestigious products.

For more details Tel: + 44 (0)7825 809557 or visit www.customgymequipment.co.uk

Subbase Drydock

SAES The Specialists in Underwater Acoustics and Electronics, SAES developed the DDS-03 system for simple integration into the current on board surveillance system. Are you safe from underwater threats such as divers? SAES provides a Diver Detection System (DDS-03) capable of 360-degree surveillance around the superyacht with automatic alarms and deterrent capabilities. Easy to install and maintain, no need for a skilled operator. SAES provides advanced systems for undersea security whether anchored off the coast or berthed in a marina or port. Their 30 years of experience in the military market with the obvious high demands on security and quality is now at your service in the superyacht market.

For more details Tel: +34 968 50 82 14 or visit www.electronica-submarina.com

Subbase Drydock was founded on three main guiding principles and they strive to incorporate these principles in all their daily operations: dedication to the utmost in quality service, unparalleled reliability, and a commitment that will earn your trust. As a family owned business operating for more than 35 years, you know they must be doing something right.They believe that yacht owners deserve the support of a service provider who will commit to providing the best means and methods that the industry has to offer.

Subbase Drydock is located in St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands and is the largest yacht repair facility in the Caribbean. They provide comprehensive services and specialise in performing highly technical projects for the largest superyachts in the Caribbean. Their clients fill the spectrum from local yacht owners to Mediterranean bound superyachts just passing though.

For more details Tel: +1 340 776 2078 or visit www.subbasedrydock.com

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BM Composites BM Composites offer complete new build and refit solutions for large sailing yachts and motor yachts alike. With many years of experience in the marine industry they pride themselves on the ability to create structures that either solve weight and stability issues or create fantastic new leisure areas that can enhance the enjoyment of a yacht. BMC use a network of associated companies that each have their own specialty within the industry.

By using this wealth of expertise, closely monitored by the project management team they overcome most design issues and provide clients with the best solution for realising their ideas. The dedicated team in Palma are producing large composites structures from the new 1500sqm facility.

For more details Tel: +34 971 254 181 or visit www.bmcomposites.com

LIGNIA Yacht LIGNIA® Yacht is the proven real wood alternative to Burmese teak in yacht decking, making it a natural choice for long-term sustainability in the marine industry. This is beautiful wood, sourced legally and sustainably from FSC-certified plantations. Once modified by LIGNIA in their manufacturing plant in the UK, it provides consistent high performance compared to teak and even exceeds it in some cases.

LIGNIA Yacht provides both price stability and continuity of supply via major international timber importers and yacht deck stockists.

For more details Tel:+44 (0)1446 507077 or visit www.lignia.com

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Ming System Wireless, intelligent and instinctive, the Ming will soon become the owner’s personal device.It is designed to fulfil one function, and one function only – and does this to perfection. A delight to have and to hold, Ming is a sophisticated wireless steward call system. Each button is lovingly hand-made from the finest materials, combining German precision engineering with traditional craftsmanship. While the elegant circle of LEDs discreetly acknowledges receipt of the call. Readily comprehensible in any language.

For more details Tel: + 49 15 777 555 111 or visit www.mingsystem.com

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YACHT ESSENTIALS

YAS PROTEC The excellence in temporary protection. With 15 years of experience and more than 1500 protected yachts, YAS Protec is the world’s largest specialist in temporary protection during refit and new built.

Chief Executive David SIEUR explains, “Our goal is to ease the level of involvement onboard by managers, shipyards representatives, crew members and subcontractors. We assist and protect against damage on luxury fittings during works, allowing subcontractors

to work with confidence without fear of damaging expensive items on board. For the crew, they feel the yacht is protected and the shipyards show its customers the importance of caring for the yacht and facilitating delivery of the yacht without and surprises due to potential damage.”

For more details Tel: +33 (0)6 60 69 56 50 or visit www.yas-protec.com

Extender The first folding tenders with rigid keel made of rubber and fibreglass designed to occupy reduced space on board and to offer more space once unloaded to the water. They fold up easily in less than two minutes thanks to the patented closing system and are totally customisable in colours, finishing, accessories and lengths. During 2018 many new vessels were developed for every contingency, from the biggest model EXT 645 (4,05 once closed) to the smallest model EXT 370 (2,25 once closed with a maximum height of 0,82 including motor).

Besides the other models EXT 610 (4,05 m once folded), EXT 520 (3.30 folded) and EXT 430/460/490 (2,70 m – 3,00 m – 3,30 m folded).

For more details Tel: +39 0375968490 or visit www.tender-extender.com

Girschner Girschner’s Rack Cooling Units (RCU) air/water-heat exchangers achieve, depending on the provided cooling water, a high cooling capacity of 1,000 to 24,000 W. The construction design is a perfect balance independent of ambient influences and maintenance accessibility unlike other cooling units on the market. The entire casing is made of stainless steel. Only brand-named and renowned components are installed inside. Higher energy efficiency is reached due to reduced power loss and heat development of EC fans inside. All Rack Cooling Units are equipped with electronic touch controllers.

All Rack Cooling Units can be designed according to customer requirements.

For more details Tel: +49 4221 98379-0 or visit www.girschner-marine.com

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PhR Yacht Design PhR Yacht Design and Naval Architects are specialists in one off motor and sailing yachts based in Marseille, France. The company has collaborated for years with WEYVES Couture, and specialise in projects with fashion designers and luxury brands ‘Made in France’.

PhR Yacht Design concentrate on unique projects, emphasising

the essence of design without forgetting the importance of naval architecture: respecting both comfort and style at sea and at anchor and the actual needs of customers.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)6 09 83 58 08 or visit www.phr-yacht-design.com

Vyva Fabrics On-trend, colourful, dynamic, flexible and diverse. Vyva Fabrics was founded in 1990 and started as a supplier of upholstery materials for boats and yachts from a small warehouse in a Dutch harbour. 25 years later, they are a wholesaler specialised in the distribution and production of high quality vinyls, artificial leather and fabrics for indoors and outdoors. Their international client base ranges from architects to shipbuilders, and their innovative and durable vinyls and fabrics are used in hotels, restaurants, clubs, wellness centres, hospitals, universities, shops, offices.

With 25 years of experience and a diverse network of long-term relations they offer excellent service, and fresh and inspired ideas.

For more details Tel: +31 (0)20 6599523 or visit www.vyvafabrics.com

Insignia Crew Founded with an overwhelming desire to raise the bar in yacht crew appointments, Insignia Crew’s vision is to place professional, committed and career driven crew aboard the world’s most exclusive superyachts. Insignia Crew candidates are drawn from its comprehensive network and elite pool of former Royal Navy and Royal Marines whose advanced mariner skills perfectly match the needs of today’s modern superyacht industry. These exceptional individuals have an inherent understanding of life at sea, the importance of rank structure, teamwork, adaptability, discretion and loyalty.

Insignia Crew is an MLC compliant organisation and works closely with its clients to understand every detail of their need. Consideration is given to safe manning policies, crew dynamics and how to achieve more with less by way of additional skill sets.

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FUTURE TECH VBH specialise in on board entertainment. Nico van Leeuwen explains how they create intuitive and customised solutions for some of the world’s most demanding customers and combine multiple technologies to deliver outstanding results that are user friendly and will stand the test of time VBH strongly believe the ultimate luxury is custom innovation, turning your dreams into reality. By developing user-friendly innovations for all on board, we create new experiences for the yachting lifestyle.

We specialise in Audio Visual and IT, in lighting, security and bespoke installations that merge art and technology. It’s both exciting and inspirational to see the different technical disciplines within VBH work together and realise a project. The potential of what achieve is always growing since technology develops so fast. Anticipating the future requires us to be flexible and agile and keep thinking ahead. The process of integration is as much an art as a science, and when everyone with their different skill sets and specialisations works as a team the results can be truly exceptional. Combining the very latest in technology with the beauty and craftsmanship of the world’s finest yachts is something of which I never tire.

VBH offers fantastic service throughout the yacht’s lifecycle. We employ dedicated, highly specialized Field Service Engineers and Service Coordinators to ensure fast response times, no matter where the yacht is. With our 24/7 helpdesk, we are able to offer around the clock remote assistance.

We have a worldwide support system, with fast response times.

Ever since the sixties, at VBH, we look for ways to make yachting better and more exciting for everyone on board. Technology offers many ways of improving life on board.

Reliability, convenience and simplicity are

key points of attention, and bring many innovation opportunities.

Technology offers many ways of improving life on board for different clients. By combining and integrating multiple technologies, we bring new capabilities to live. Building such complex systems, while keeping usage and interaction simple is something VBH always focuses on.

VBH stays on top of what is important for everyone.

By stimulating joint projects and collaboration, we get the best of both worlds One of the key challenges during any yacht build is that technology evolves, while the yacht is build. You don’t want a new yacht, with old technology! In the past, systems needed to be connected physically. This is changing to a software based connection, which brings many advantages when it comes to flexible systems. By using a flexible software based backbone, it’s easier to connect new hardware later in the build.

We’ve used this on a recent 87m yacht.

By working closely with suppliers, clients and designers, VBH stays on top of what is important for everyone. By stimulating joint projects and collaboration, we get the best of both worlds. E.g. integrating technology in ways that convey emotion, and by using technology as a living material, as a texture.

Good examples of subtle applications are automated sequences for watching movies

or TV shows, where light settings are automatically adjusted based on activities.

More extravagant examples are interactive bars, walls and hallways that use screens to display content to transform spaces.

Instead of such screens being only in use for movies or TV, we use them as interactive backgrounds for moods. They can add depth and meaning to a space. Think of yoga sessions, parties, dinners, business meetings, etc.

At VBH we are specialised in integrating luxury technology on board superyachts.

We believe the ultimate luxury is custom innovation, turning dreams into reality. By developing user-friendly innovations for all on board, we create new experiences for the yachting lifestyle.

VBH is active in all stages of the yacht lifecycle. We help design and build Audio, Video and IT solutions for New Builds. We offer 24/7 global service for yacht out sailing.

We do upgrades and refits, to help keep the yacht in perfect shape for existing or new owners.

From our offices in Amsterdam, Antibes and Fort Lauderdale, it’s easy to enter a conversation with us about how you would like to use technology.

Nico van Leeuwen is Director of Marketing & Sales at VBH.

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TO SERVE AND TO PROTECT FRANCES AND MICHAEL HOWORTH LOOK AT THE LATEST PAINT AND ANTIFOULING COATINGS ALONG WITH VINYL WRAPPINGS IN USE THROUGHOUT THE SUPERYACHT INDUSTRY

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all it the big cover up or even, if you want to; a protection racket but the fact is: we are not entering the realms of writing about crime fiction. We are talking here about protective coatings as applied to superyachts.

With the constant need to keep a superyacht looking good, the informed maintenance and application of protective coatings is becoming an increasingly important task for the accomplished member of crew. Today’s crew person needs to know how everyday issues relating to paint and varnish can be coped with and with manufacturers each claiming that their product can either cut emissions, boost performance or improve fuel economy, there is a lot more to the protection racket than just a chamois and squeezy blade.

Yachts live in some of the most corrosive conditions for paintwork in the world attacked constantly by high doses of ultra violet light and salt water. Paint surfaces are porous with millions of microscopic holes. Salt crystals get into these holes and act a little like the tip of a screwdriver boring away making the pores bigger. The sooner these salt crystals are removed the

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less damage is done. The less damage is done the smoother the surface and the smoother the surface the shinier the boat looks, as light is refracted in a focussed single beam rather than diffused in many directions.

Yacht detailing products and yacht cleaning supplies from the US based Sea-Shield have been developed over the years by experienced professionals working within the superyacht industry.

Their Francisco Linares understands better than most, the task involved in yacht detailing and the importance of adding a protective barrier against the damaging effects of the sun and the sea. He says, “We developed products to make the crew’s life easier. When our products are applied maintenance time is substantially reduced. Future wash downs get easier every time Sea Shield is used and so insures the yacht has the best protection available.”

The application of ceramic protective coatings will seal the pores on paint, glass and stainless, preventing them from being damaged and creating an uneven surface that will never shine no matter how many wash downs are done. From the crew’s point of view, washing down a surface sealed with a smooth ceramic coating is

ABSOLUTE BOAT CARE Paintwork, varnishing, antifouling, polishing, gelcoat repairs... all done by one company. No more subcontractors arguing about who’s doing what and when. Absolute Boat Care do it all, so you don’t waste time organising various subcontractors and you can get on with more important work. Absolute Boat Care adjusts to changes in schedule easily and without fuss. The team understands that at peak times they need to be flexible, and we go out of our way to make sure that our work is done on time and in budget.

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CERASHIELD CeraShield has become the market leader in offering first class application and removal of premium ceramic and Si02 coatings to paint, glass and stainless steel which offer performance, protection and durability for the exterior and interior of superyachts. The experienced team of applicators are pioneers in this advanced technology with over 10 years’ experience in applying ceramic coatings and Sio2 coatings to superyachts. The company management and project management have their roots firmly embedded in the industry and in the painting sector. They pride themselves on the bespoke service and support given to the clients.

Specs include 10 and 7 micron ceramic coatings, 7 micron Sio2 coating, with the benefits of restoring and sealing faded paint and gel coats, and extending the life of new paint, adding a high gloss, cleaning and wash downs are easier, it protects against soot and exhaust emissions, harmful UV rays, salt and acid rain & there are no adverse effects to the future painting programme.

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quick and easy and results in the perfect shine. These specialist polymer and ceramic coatings enhance and protect the exterior paint surfaces against ultra violet, salt, dirt, exhaust fumes, oil and a host of other contaminates.Using a good polish can delay a paint cycle and if applied from new or whilst still in good condition can extend the life of the paint for years.

When discussing this with Andy Williams from CeraShield he explains “All our coatings have been especially formulated and engineered. With the harsh environments that superyachts find themselves operating in its essential to protect against harmful and damaging UV rays, soot and exhaust emissions, acid rain oxidation and salt deposits. Our next generation, premium Ceramic and Sio2 coatings can also restore and seal faded paint and gel coats. Once applied the ceramic coating forms a gas barrier which means no soot or exhaust emissions can penetrate the coating and leaves the surface with a slick, glass like finish that is very easy to clean and maintain without the use of aggressive chemicals and leaves the crew free to perform other important duties around the vessel.”

Isofan and Stoppani are paints made for the yachting market by the German Lechler Brand. Since 1883 Stoppani has dedicated special care to product quality and reliability. The product range they offer is continuously evolving using Lechler’s technological expertise with the aim of offering innovative paint processes to fully satisfy the different yachting segments’ needs. The Isofan Marine product range includes solid, metallic and pearl finishes of matchless gloss, light fastness and ageing resistance for yachts, pleasure and sailing boats.

The difference between a good paint job and a poor one is always said to be down to the preparation. It is a cliché, but it is also true, that 99% of every good paint job lies in the preparation. It doesn’t matter if the finish is wood or fibreglass, the prep work still has to be done.

This begins with removing all hardware, railings and decorative strips. Except where the complete removal of the object cannot be safely achieved the use of masking tape should be avoided.

Before applying any coating, check that air conditioning units that vent on the area to be coated are cleaned or if possible that the fans have been turned off. It is a sad fact of life that the Sahara Desert is just too close to the marinas on the northern shores of the Mediterranean. That and the fact that superyacht docks are often close to roads, means that whenever crew are trying to paint a surface outside they encounter dust. Minute particles of sand or road grit are generally invisible to the eye but add a layer of wet coating to a surface and the annoying molecules of grit can quickly spoil hours of hard work. It’s a really good idea to use an air compressor to blow away dust from its surface and then to sprinkle clean fresh water on the deck, in the area being coated. This will help keep dust on the deck and help prevent it moving around in the air.

Kevin Viles recently sold out his fairing and painting company Concept Yachts Finishing brand to Finishing De Luxe in Germany and joined the board of the newly enlarged company as Commercial Director. Now with offices in the UK, Holland and Germany the company currently has five projects over 50 metres running simultaneously inside Heesen Yachts, along with two 90 metre refit projects underway at Royal Huisman.” Director Chasan Kalfoglou says, “For us it goes without saying that good preparation is one of the most important steps that we take on our projects. A high standard of preparation starts from day one and we maintain a high standard throughout the process.

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ATLAS PAINT CONSULTANTS For most of the different disciplines on a yacht sophisticated systems are developed and in use, on which long term maintenance is based.

These systems clearly stipulate what kind of work is required, when it needs to be carried out and what the costs involved are to keep the vessel in top condition. Such a maintenance system has not been developed for the paint discipline, which is one of the largest returning items on yachts. Atlas Paint Consultants has recognised the need for such Paint Maintenance Manual and has developed such a document. In general the purpose of the document is to create and maintain a data bank of the paint condition on a yacht. Enabling yacht managers and/or captains to adequately plan and budget their future paint refit work.

For more details Tel: +31 (0)10 2681495 or visit www.atlaspaintconsultants.com These steps in preparation are crucial for the final result as poor preparation is easily spotted in the final top coat (gloss) and could easily compromise both manufacturers warranties and the overall finish of the vessel. The client expects a very high quality finish and as a standard we strive to provide this every time. Taking steps backwards on a project due to poor preparation is never efficient and extremely costly, so why risk it?”

Longevity, high gloss and easy cleaning are the standout features offered by a new class of coating made possible by recent advances in ceramic chemistry: Zytexx Clear-Coat. When using this revolutionary ceramic coating, salts, pollutants, acid rain streaks, oils and diesel soot are all easily removed. The hard, slick, abrasion-resistant finish does not wear down like waxes, polishes and polymers.

More importantly the product cuts crew cleaning time down to a fraction. By preventing diesel soot from permanently staining polyurethane paints, crew can avoid unsightly and expensive damage and eliminate the need to tediously polish out these defects. With its hard, scratch-resistant properties, fenders and hawsers mark Zytexx far less than paint. The company has supplied over 90 vessels in the Mediterranean alone all are using it to great effect. Captain Eddie West, in command of Sarafsa, is a big fan and has stated, “Zytexx has without doubt, extended the life of our paintwork to the extent where we have original paint of 11 years old in some areas. Glass readings were as low as 7 prior to using Zytexx and now readings are in the high 80s on this old paint. The application team are quick and efficient, just give them a cherry picker and leave them to it.”

Speaking for the company, Michael Pass says Captains should look out for Zytexx for glass surfaces. He says, “Our Glass Treatment restores salt pitted windows to clarity, greatly enhancing the look of your vessel. Treated windows become extremely water repellent; Water literally rolls right off eliminating spotting and reducing further etching. Even on windows fitted with wiper blades, Zytexx Glass Treatment provides long-lasting hydrophobicity.”

Nico Roper of Atlas Paint Consultants believes it is important before contemplating any large scale painting project, specialist firms such as his are called in. The job of a consultant should

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A GOOD PAINT JOB AND A POOR ONE IS DOWN TO THE PREPARATION. IT IS A CLICHÉ, BUT IT IS ALSO TRUE THAT 99% OF EVERY GOOD PAINT JOB LIES IN THE PREPARATION be to carry out a full pre refit paint status survey. Once that is done the consultant should prepare a bid book to reflect all the necessary requirements. Then he should have the yard and or the paint contractor prepare a paint manual. “It is vital,” he says, “to list the responsibilities and communication lines to make sure there are clear and open corporation between all parties”.

Painted surfaces that have a dappled look about them are often referred to as having an orange peel finish because of the texture of the surface after coating resembles the skin of an orange or grapefruit. This phenomenon is almost certainly the result of improper painting a technique, and can often be caused by fast evaporation of thinners or when using an incorrectly set up spray gun. It can also arise when a surface is painted with a roller using too little pain or too thick a paint so that the surface dries before the texture as a whole does so. When using a spray gun check the air pressure and ensure the correctly sized nozzle is fitted. Avoid spraying paint at an angle other than perpendicular to the surface and never apply an over excessive amount of paint.

When painting, it is always best to avoid extreme air quality or temperature conditions. Low temperatures will for example

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COPPERCOAT SUPERYACHT Coppercoat® Superyacht is the longest lasting anti-foul coating available. With a lifespan of between 10 and 20 years per treatment, this ultra hard wearing epoxy anti-foul eliminates the need for the repeated costly and time-consuming dry dockings necessary for reapplications of conventional anti-foul. By removing the need to continually dock and re-anti-foul, long life Coppercoat® Superyacht provides unbeatable value for money. The original Coppercoat® was launched some 20 years ago and is now used by over 60,000 vessels Worldwide. Coppercoat® Superyacht is specific to the larger boat market, being made suitable for application by spray as well as roller.

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increase drying times while high temperatures will reduce drying times and can make application more difficult, as product flow and levelling is compromised. Optimal painting conditions are when the ambient temperature is between 10 - 26°C and relative humidity is below 65%.

It is always best to avoid painting in direct sunlight, or when the substrate itself is excessively warm. One good way to check this is to check the surface temperature using a specialised surface thermometer.

With over 20 years experience crewing superyachts, Duncan Sykes the Managing Director at Absolute Boat Care, understand absolutely the requirements and demands of captains and owners alike. Based in Mallorca, they have a large, highly professional team who have the capabilities to undertake absolutely any job, whatever the size. Captain Jason Lambourne, of the motor yacht Angara has enjoyed working with Absolute Boat Care and done so for the past four years. He says, “The products and the knowledge they employ when polishing Angara have always given her an incredible shine and made sure she is looking fantastic for her owners every season.”

FINISHING DE LUXE Finishing De Luxe are a family run superyacht fairing and painting company with experience that goes back over 30 years. Regarded as one of the best kept secrets in the superyacht finishing industry, and with a team of over 250 highly experienced professionals, FDL are leading the way and setting the industries highest standards. Boasting an international management team and offices in the UK, Germany and Holland, Finishing De Luxe are a truly global company. FDL pride themselves on not having to rely on subcontractor teams, as do so many other larger finishing companies, Last season the company successfully ran and completed multiple projects in five different countries at the same time.

For more details Tel: +49 (0) 177 38 80 410 or visit www.finishing-deluxe.com

When applying epoxies in high humidity conditions they can develop an ‘amine blush’ on the surface particularly at lower temperatures. This slightly sticky substance must be removed and can normally be washed off with soap and water. If the blush is not removed it can lead to the delamination of subsequent coats. High humidity conditions can reduce the amount of solvent evaporation during the drying/curing stages; with epoxies this can lead to a ‘soft cure’ where solvent can remain trapped in the film for many days leading to slow or poor final cure.

Patching paint is always tricky. There are some who say patching should always be thought of as a temporary repair because it will more than likely always be identified as such. Others believe that done well it is hard to tell if a patch repair has been made or not. It is a truism, however, that hard cut lines are almost always visible, especially in darker colours the likes of dark blues and blacks. They should, be avoided in areas where they are going to be very easy to spot.

It is of course imperative to use the same brand and colour as the original when trying to perfect the repair. One good tip is to keep a log of what is painted when it was completed and what

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product was used noting any batch numbers or identification codes shown on the tin. That way you know exactly what colour was originally used.

Some experts suggest it is best not to polish hard cut lines advising, hard cut lines will look worse than if they were simply left as they were. It is sometimes better to paint an entire section than a patch in the middle of a surface, as you would have less risk of it being visible. Larger areas are often better than smaller ones. Polishing out soft cut lines using specialist polishes is always the better solution. Certain paints can be polished and others cannot be polished, so be aware of what is possible before you start. A well polished patch when done properly will be almost invisible.

Based in Palma de Mallorca, Pure, headed up by Nic Clarke has painted over 20 superyachts in the 10 years the company has been in business project managing refits. He says, “I know a bit about paint and coatings but could not be regarded as an expert. That is why we always retain the services of a paint surveyor, sometimes much to the annoyance of the applicators working on the project. It was the project management style of the company that secured the responsibility of completely repainting the exterior of the 70 metre Lurssen built Saint Nicholas and it was perhaps because of the paint quality that this yacht exchanged hands so quickly one released onto the brokerage market.

Versatility One certain benefit of Ceramic and Sio2 coatings from CeraShield is the ease of cleaning. “All that’s needed by the crew is a simple pH neutral soapy washdown” says Andy Williams. “No aggressive chemicals or polishing is required, which considerably cuts down the time crew members are kept away from other important tasks and is obviously better for the overall health and safety of the crew and means that no harsh chemicals are being dispersed into our oceans” Williams continues, “But it’s not just the paint work that can benefit, why not apply to metals and glass? Metals onboard would no longer need to be polished before every boss or guest trip. The coating keeps the metal looking bright with that ‘just

SEA-SHIELD The SEA-SHIELD brand has been developed over the years by experienced professionals working within the boating and mega yacht industry. SEA-SHIELD understands better than most the task involved in yacht detailing and the importance of adding a protective barrier against the damaging effects of the sun and the sea. When SEA-SHIELD products are applied your yacht and maintenance time can be substantially reduced. Future wash downs get easier every time you use the products insuring your yacht has the best protection available.

For more details Tel: +1 954 519 2014 or visit www.sea-shield.com polished look’. Plus glass, which quickly becomes oxidised and suffers from calcium build up can be protected. Once the coating is applied the surface becomes hydrophobic and repels the harsh environments for a much longer period of time. And, for the longer term we have devised a 5 year gloss protection programme. For its duration, and longer if required, we send CeraShield teams to wherever the vessel is having downtime for maintenance, to undertake an agreed portion of the 5 year protection plan. This will then guarantee the vessels exterior painted surfaces will always remain glossy, simple!”

LECHLER Stoppani is the specialist painting system and product developed for yachting by the Lechler brand. The brand has enjoyed success in this field since 1883 and is well known for the quality of its products. The product range is composed of antifoulings, primers and intermediates, lightweight epoxy fillers, topcoats, clear varnishes, teak products, and is continuously evolving with the aim of offering worldwide reliable and innovative paint processes. The colour selection is broad and complements the preparation paint processes in order to guarantee solid, metallic and pearl finishes of matchless gloss, light fastness and ageing resistance for yachts and other marine vessels.

For more details Tel: +39 031586111 or visit www.lechler.eu

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ZYTEXX The Hybrid-Ceramic Coating Paint Protection PG44XX Series. Zytexx laboratories are at the forefront of the ceramic coating industry. Year in, year out they continue to develop and advance the proprietary clear-coats designed for the marine industry. “We had continual issues with the hull staining after long passages, and being a large area, began to be quite time consuming for the crew to keep on top of keeping the hull looking good. The application of ZYTEXX was a eureka moment, suddenly everything became easier, and additionally the hull finish was gleaming” Eddie Cooney, M/Y Grace E .

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Bottom coats Aquarius Marine Coatings Ltd. manufactures the high-performance multi-season antifouls Coppercoat, Coppercoat-Superyacht and Coppercoat Commercial. Since launching in 1991, these coatings have proven to be durable and long-lasting. These hard-wearing and densely copper-filled epoxy resins provide protection against unwanted marine growth for many years (commonly over a decade). To date, more than 60,000 sail and power vessels have been treated with Coppercoat in the leisure, commercial and superyacht sectors.

Coppercoat consists of copper powder and resin, and its nonablative characteristics mean it will firmly adhere to a wide variety of surfaces including GRP, concrete, steel, iron and aluminium. Its leach rate is less than 50mcg/cu/cm2 after 30 days. Managing Director at Coppercoat Ewan Clark says, “Increasingly restrictive laws governing the use of biocides in ant-fouls weighs heavily on coating manufacturers. Within Europe, the latest Biocides and Pesticides Register has reduced the number of allowable biocides by approximately 80%. The armoury available to paint chemists has been severely depleted.” He adds, “But a restricted choice of ingredients and a lowering of biocide levels need not result in poor performance. The latest coatings technology concentrates on making best use of the ingredients. The latest CoppercoatSuperyacht anti-foul being a case in point. The water-based, VOC-free epoxy carrier is loaded with pure copper particles, curing to create a semi-permanent outer surface so copper-rich as to be inhospitable to virtually all bio-fouling.”

The proof of the pudding is they say is in the eating. Coppercoat is currently celebrating its own memorable proof in the aftermath of the 2017-2018 Clipper Round The World Race. When the Clipper boats were finally lifted out after 40,000NM of racing and 16 months of continual immersion, the Coppercoat on their

hulls revealed almost no loss of coating thickness. Barring the faintest trace of slime at the waterline in some parts, the hulls were virtually spotless.

So well did the Coppercoat antifoul perform that, for the first time in the Clipper’s 22-year history, the boats did not need to be lifted out at the race’s halfway mark in Sydney. As every boat owner is all too painfully aware, lifting out vessels to clean off old antifoul and apply a new coat can be a slow and costly business, so Coppercoat’s matchless resilience meant substantial savings in time and money for Clipper Race organisers and crews alike.

“This enormously successful outcome understandably delighted us, the crews and the race organisers in equal measure,” adds Ewan Clark. “Look no further for a clear vindication of Coppercoat’s efficiency and longevity.”

THESE HARD-WEARING AND DENSELY COPPER-FILLED EPOXY RESINS PROVIDE PROTECTION AGAINST UNWANTED MARINE GROWTH FOR MANY YEARS Such positive feedback contrasts markedly with recent testimony from sailors involved in other global circumnavigations, who reported that rival coatings used on their boat hulls only lasted for less than six months. Even, by this point, barnacle growth on hulls was so advanced that it was calculated to be responsible for a 0.5 to 1 knot reduction in boat speed for every hour sailed.

It’s a wrap Paints and varnishes are not the only way to protect surfaces and keep things smart. Vinyl wrapping is a way of protecting a paint finish with a plastic layer, rather than a chemical topcoat.

The process known as wrapping has developed dramatically over the past decade and has moved into the premier league of coatings and is no longer simply in the realm of those seeking to temporarily advertise a new product or design on the side of a commercial white van. Vinyl allows for special effects the likes of pearlescent or matt effect to be applied if required, and we are now seeing many interiors receiving a fresh coat of vinyl...

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A day in the life of...

LUKE PORTER

COMMERCIAL MANAGER SHIPYARD SUPPLY CO.

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y first taste of the superyacht industry was working as a deckhand onboard an 83ft motor yacht. Like many others, I moved down to the south of France to dock walk and ultimately land a job as a deckie. My dockwalking persistence finally paid off when I was offered the deckhand job on MY Felixia, a Ferretti 830.

Since those early days in the superyacht industry I have worked on some beautiful yachts, travelled to places that most people only get to read about and now live with my wife and 18-month-old daughter.

Having worked for a yacht broker and as a project manager for Oyster Yachts, I now head up Shipyard Supply Co (SSCo), a brand-new company specialising in the design, manufacture and supply of deck equipment to new builds and operational superyachts.

Setting up a company is no mean feat and it certainly doesn’t conform to 9-5, but it does have its perks.

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DAY BEGINS My day begins at 06:30 when my human alarm clock starts chatting to herself at the other end of the landing. There’s really no need to set an alarm, my daughter has built-in Swiss timing. Sitting down as a family for breakfast is important to us, so even though it’s pretty chaotic we start each day by eating together. My wife and I both work in the marine sector, so we often find ourselves talking about the latest industry news whilst sat at the kitchen table. I have time for a quick check of my inbox after breakfast to see what has come in overnight and then it’s off to the office. I drive from our home in a village on the east coast in Suffolk to the office.

The 50-minute commute past picturesque fields and river estuaries affords me the time to think about the day ahead.

TYPICAL MORNING I arrive at the office at 08:30 and after a cup of tea and a chat with the team I get straight into the emails.

Once the urgent emails have been taken care of, I get the team together to discuss the upcoming trade show we’re attending.

This will be the first one the company has attended so we’re all keen to get the look and feel just right. It’s still early days,

LUNCH At 13:00 I leave the office for a lunch meeting with the company’s directors, Josh and Claire Richardson, at a local pub called the Butt and Oyster. It’s on the river, serves great food and most importantly it’s only five minutes from the office. The water might not be azure blue, but it makes for a picturesque backdrop and a peaceful setting. It’s a good opportunity to catch up on how things are going, not just with SSCo, but also Josh and Claire’s other successful company, Superyacht Tenders and Toys (SY TT).

Having already built up an established and thriving business, their insight is invaluable. They always take the time to engage with the progress and challenges within SSCo and we regularly take time away from the office to touch base. SY TT focuses on the project management and third-party supply of tenders and toys and SSco manufactures associated deck and ancillary equipment, so the two businesses are closely aligned and there is plenty of crossover. The afternoon proves to be no exception as Josh and I excuse ourselves after lunch to go and test an e-foil board that has just landed in the SY TT office.

We drive five minutes down the road where we launch the board and spend the next hour teaching ourselves to foil. On the way back to the office, adrenalinefuelled and salty, I drop in on our aluminium fabricators to check on the set of chocks we have in production for a client’s Ski Nautique wake surf boat.

so our brand identity is evolving with each new piece of activity. We are a niche company, so it’s important that we communicate our USPs clearly and concisely from the start.

TONIGHT Then it’s back to the office and back to reality. Tonight, I’m flying out to the Netherlands ahead of tomorrow’s meeting with the chief mate of a 100m+ yacht in build at Oceanco. We are supplying the transom fenders and aft step arrangement and we need to drill down on the details to make sure everything is just how the owners envisage it. I prepare the templating kit and make sure I have everything required to accurately template the yacht’s transom and ensure the fenders will fit perfectly. I’m sure most heads of companies have someone to do templating for them, but we’re a new and growing business and I want to look future employees in the eye when I ask them to do something, knowing that I’ve done everything I ask of them myself.

We’re lucky to have workshops and warehousing on site and I like to regularly go and talk to the production team, which is something I have carried over from my days as a project manager at Oyster. Communication with the team building the end product is crucial for quality control and meeting client expectations. Currently, our tender mooring whips are seeing strong sales, so I take the time to go and see how the manufacturing of our latest batch is progressing.

By title, I’m the commercial manager at SSCo, but the reality of a small company means that I’m involved in everything regardless of whether it’s liaising with clients, designers and fabricators or overseeing the finances and ordering stationery. It has to be that way, especially in the early days, to make sure we stay focused and on track. I tell myself that even Richard Branson did it all once upon a time!

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GO ALGHERO Frances and Michael Howorth discover there is more to Sardinia than Porto Cervo, Calle di Volpe and Porto Rotondo. In the north-west of the island, Alghero is one of Sardinia’s most alluring destinations

HOTEL CARLOS V Comfort is the watchword of this luxury hotel. The terraces afford panoramic views that encompass everything from the Capo Caccia promontory with its silhouette resembling a sleeping giant, to the costal road that leads to Bosa. www.hotelcarlosv.it

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VILLA LAS TRONAS HOTEL & SPA Surrounded by rock formations now greatly eroded by the sea this enchanting 5-star waterside hotel is situated on a promontory between Cala Lavatoio to the north and Cala Capone to the south. A centuryold park separates it from the seaside boulevard of the city. www.hotelvillalastronas.it

RISTORANTE MARADOR In the centre of town, on the beachfront for fresh mackerel, monkfish, mullet roe or bottarga, fregola pasta with langoustine and a fritto misto of fish and vegetables.

Tel: +39 07 973 4018

STAY HOTEL CATALUNYA This hotel prides itself on making everyone feel at home with different morning breakfast habits, reflecting the nationalities of those staying here. At the same time, they are just as happy to offer guests a chance to sample the traditional Italian breakfast. www.hotelcatalunya.it HOTEL DEI PINI Four star luxury beachfront resort located within the Porto Conte Nature Reserve, a stone’s throw from the Capo Caccia/Isola Piana Marine Protected Area, and just 9 km from Alghero Fertilia airport and the centre of Alghero. www.hoteldeipini.com HOTEL FRANCESCO The former convent in the city’s old quarter has preserved a slightly spartan feel, with a relaxing, meditative ambience. Simple rooms, a good breakfast, attentive and professional staff and the perfect location for some well deserved RnR. www.sanfrancescohotel.com 146 | WINTER 2019 | ONBOARD

LA BOTTEGHINA For sea urchin on toast, sea urchin with linguine and fregola with prawns & mussels.

If that’s not to your liking, they also serve great pizza.

Tel: +39 07 997 38375

MOVIDA Spread over two levels with dining in the tranquil San Erasmo Square, and on the panoramic Magellan bastion offering stunning views of the port and the ancient walls. The simple and traditional cuisine based on fresh locally caught fish is delightful. Try Spaghetti Algherese, strigoli with clams and zucchini.

Tel: +39 07 997 4589 AGRITURISMO SA MANDRA More than just a meal it’s a true experience where you can see pecorino cheese being made, as well as fresh ricotta which you eat later. Hand made ravioli stuffed with potato, cheese and mint while by the fire a suckling pig, head down on the spit so the fat runs over as it cooks. We can’t wait to return.

Tel: +39 07 999 9150

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DRINK

CULTURE

CAFÉ LATINO An upmarket bar located on a corner of the city walls with views over the marina, this bar has a cool ambience and a stunning selection of cocktails.

EASTER PARADES Festivities in Alghero see statues of the Virgin carried through the streets led by a brass band and surrounded by women dressed in black with ornate shawls singing mournful hymns. The town is decorated with red lanterns and the strangely hypnotic event is fascinating to watch.

L’ARCA Just south of the old town right on the seafront, this large spacious bar has plenty of outside seating, while inside table football and live music prevail.

BARONDA On Piazza della Misericordia is a stylish bar with a wide range of cocktails. DJs provide music and there’s space to dance for those who do.

CANTINA SANTA MARIA LA PALMA Famous for Akenta, their sparkling wine made from the Vermentino grape. Every year 700 bottles are conditioned at sea 40m underwater. They claim that the pressure increases the size of the bubbles and improves the aging process.

TUNA MUSEUM In Stintino you will find the traditional method of tuna fishing, practiced in the Gulf of Asinara until the last century. This museum allows visitors to picture the lives of the men who fished and prepared tunas.

MARINA DI SANT’ELMO 40° 33’N 08° 18’ E VHF 16 & 9 Tel +39 079 9893117 Email direzione@portodialghero.com Website www.portodialghero.com Max length 70 metres

PALMAVERA Go back in time and check out the Nuragic complex at Palmavera, which dates back to the 8th century B.C. It is the site of one of the largest concentrations of so-called Domus de Janas (prehistoric hypogea tombs carved out of the rocks) on this historic island.

SPAGGIA MUGONI An oasis of peace blessed with soft pale sand and crystal clear water that is almost entirely enclosed and hidden in the Porto Conte Bay at the north-western part of the island.

BASKETRY MUSEUM Inside the Doria Castle in Castelsardo is a collection of Sardinian basketwork including the renowned baskets of Castelsardo, fishing traps, typical su fassoni freshwater boats, and sieves and other bread-making tools. The fascinating exhibits provide indepth information on the raw materials used and the various techniques employed.

PORTO FERRO Accessed using an unmade bumpy sandy track through the woods this is a less populated beach beloved by surfers and kite boarders alike. A simple beach bar serves uncomplicated food and drink.

ALGHERO CATHEDRAL Make sure you tick off Alghero Cathedral, built in the 16th century, the impressive Sant Miquel’s Dome, and the Porta Terra tower, which you can climb up for fantastic views across Alghero.

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Max beam 25 metres Max draught 4.8 metres

BUCKET LIST STROLL AROUND THE OLD TOWN From Alghero’s waterfront ramparts to its striking religious architecture, you’ll encounter several impressive landmarks during a relaxed stroll.

PAY A VISIT TO BOSA Head south along the picturesque coastal road, past dramatic rock formations and stunning sea views to discover the small town of Bosa.

It is one of the most attractive settlements on the island and famed for its rainbow-coloured buildings.

DISCOVER NEPTUNE’S GROTTO Mesmerising sea caves, set below a sheer cliff face, are believed to stretch inland for around 4km, while the ‘Goat’s Steps’, carved into the cliff face in the 1950s, provide some great vantage points of this dramatic coastal landscape. The Grottoes can be reached with a short boat trip.

VISIT THE VINEYARDS Get a traditional taste of Sardinia by paying a visit to the vineyards of Sella and Mosca. For fans of wine, there’s no better way to spend an afternoon, followed by the inevitable tasting session.

SHOP FOR RED CORAL Recognised since ancient times for its intense natural colour Corailium Rubrum, known as red coral, is of great value to the Alghero economy.

Only licensed fishermen can collect the coral and only certificated craftsmen are allowed to transform it into artpieces and jewellery.

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Off the beaten trek Discover the adventure that lies within. For a truly unique experience join Secret Compass in some of the world’s most remote and spectacular locations

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NENETS, NORTHERN SIBERIA

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ive and travel with Siberia’s Nenets nomads on their epic annual reindeer migration within the Arctic Circle offering cultural immersion of the highest calibre. Teammates will totally embed themselves with their hosts, wearing what the Nenets wear, eating what they eat and sleeping in their conical reindeer-hide tents called chums (pronounced ‘chooms’). This is a rare opportunity to experience the unstaged reality of nomadic life out on the remote, freezing and unforgiving Yamal Peninsula.

25 Mar – 10 Apr 2019 Price: £3,699

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verest in the Alps is the ultimate winter sports endurance challenge, with the single aim of ski-touring the height of Mount Everest whilst raising money for a cause close to your heart. In February 2018, 30 determined and fearless ski-tourers successfully climbed 8,848 metres in temperatures as low as 30°F on their way to raising over £1 million.

02 – 09 Mar 2019 Price: £4,399

DARIEN GAP, PANAMA

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orging a route through the humid, mostly uninhabited rainforests, which divide North America from South America, you will uncover hidden, 5,000-year-old stone carvings, seen only by a privileged handful of explorers. Meet Embera Indians en route and wild camp in hammocks near isolated village communities. You’ll be in the company of renowned naturalist and local expert Rick Morales en-route from Puerto Quimba to Playa Muerto on the Pacific Coast.

16 – 29 Mar 2019 Price: £2,899

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LUT DESERT, IRAN

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220km east to west traverse of Iran’s Lut Desert passing through an ever-changing landscape of the imposing sand dunes, some shaped like stars which radiate out across the desert plains. Traversing dunes, rock corridors, kaluts, meteorite fields and rocky plateaux, this expedition will be carried out by the team on foot, with expert support and water supply from 4WD vehicles.

03 - 16 Nov 2019 Price: £3,699

AUYÁN-TEPUI, VENEZUELA

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ravel to Venezuela’s lost world to trek and climb to the summit of Auyán-tepui, the imposing, magnificent tabletop mountain that is home to the world’s highest waterfalls, Angel Falls. Then if that wasn’t enough, abseil down this incredible natural phenomenon.

19 Jan – 02 Feb 2019 Price: £4,399 For more details on these treks contact Secret Compass Tel: +44 (0)207 096 8428 or visit www.secretcompass.com

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INNOVATION UNDER FOOT Jorge Marquez, President of LONSEAL FLOORING, explains what makes Lonseal a reliable choice for yacht owners

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here was once upon a time that the only options for boat flooring were carpet, wood, and maybe AstroTurf (if you’re into that kind of thing). There was even that slippery, kitchen-grade linoleum flooring that surprisingly made its way into the marine industry somehow. Over the 28 years of following the boatbuilding world, I have seen that one of the most important upgrade found in boats is the improvement of flooring options.

Lonseal® marine-grade, sheet vinyl flooring products were created not only to meet the customers’ needs aesthetically but also the durability. One of the reasons why most naval architects and designers choose Lonseal is due to the longevity of our product, which saves owners from unwanted repairs. Other advantages include; ease of maintenance, resistance to moisture, virtually seamless, noise-softening capabilities, slip-resistant, and ease of installation.

The versatility and strong performance are reasons why Lonseal’s sheet vinyl flooring is the most often sought out material for marine applications. Lonseal has been in the sheet vinyl flooring business for over 90 years, 46 of those had dedication towards the marine business, with the United States Navy as our first customer. Lonseal manufactures a wide variety of flooring choices ranging from smooth surfaces that mimic sealed concrete and wood visuals, to the textured

variations of coin dots and diamond plate.

Sheet flooring options are plentiful with over 35 styles to choose from.

We like to set the market trends and are constantly working on designing new and innovative products to meet the customer’s needs. One major game changer was the introduction of our Lonmarine® line that embraces the traditional look of teak & holly (LONMARINE® WOOD main picture above).

Over the years we have added several color variations that can enhance the beauty of any stateroom or salon.

The realism of our wood’s appearance is what attracts customers to our products.

Other products in our marine line-up are the Lonmarine® Stone and Loncommodore that has a traditional diamond plate design.

All three of these styles are MED/USCG certified so that larger vessels and cruise ships can utilise them as well.

I also have seen a great deal of enquiries in the industry about deck-type flooring, which brings me to share with you our Londeck Collection. This product line can be used in interior or exterior areas anywhere on board. The embossing in this line simulates a textured concrete (Londeck Sierra), a tree bark (Londeck) or a leather grain (Londeck Sol). At the same time the Londeck collection provides a soft feel and incredible traction in wet areas.

One of the hidden characteristics in all of the Lonseal flooring options is the fact that all of our products are manufactured to meet the stringent specs of a commercial building. This includes a high-level standard and durability testing that allows all of them to be installed in a demanding environment and be able to perform strongly. Rest assured that when they are installed on your vessel, our flooring will go beyond your expectations.

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Professionalism, manpower and training The vessels on which superyacht crew have served on have changed dramatically since the mid 1990s as the vessels have increased in size and complexity Words: Capt A. Croft MBA, AFNI

How have the training and certification requirements for crew kept pace?

In the UK, until the early 90s, hiring and manning in this sector was mostly left to the owner/ or management independent of any overseeing regulatory examination body.

Although there was a UK requirement that fully trained merchant officers should be employed on Red Ensign yachts over 80GRT, this was in essence ignored by almost everyone. Even on yachts that chartered, it was quite common for crew to have few or no formal qualifications, from the Captain downwards.

Of course there were yacht crew in this period who held Merchant Navy training, but they tended to be in the minority and there was little premium placed on hiring such individuals over a lessor qualified candidate.

In the early 90s the UK maritime authorities woke up to the fact that the superyacht industry was booming and that UHNWI were commissioning a number of larger and more complex yachts that were used for both private and charter use.

training and certification path for captains already serving on yachts, but without formal qualifications.

Over the past two decades, this has led to a multi layered approach towards providing a pathway for deck and engineering seafarers to become licensed to serve on yachts of any size or gross Tonnage.

As with all CoCs, there is currently no regulatory requirement for formal reassessment of navigational/seamanship skills later in the career of any deck officer (including Master). As long as the sea time requirement is fulfilled when the CoC is revalidated, the CoC Issuing State assumes that critical knowledge and skill sets remain current.

Encouraging investment in training

Yacht employer training schemes vary considerably, depending on the interest of the owner/management in investing in their crew. As a result, many seafarers in the yacht sector often support themselves whilst investing in training courses.

However, a recent market survey carried out by the PYA highlighted that a large number of seafarers in the sector see CPD as a waste of resources, especially as few seafarers feel that it is valued by those that might employ them. It is rare that seafarers are advised that they obtained a position or promotion based on having additional knowledge/training above standard qualifications.

The result was the UK regulations for Vessels in Commercial Use for Sport or Pleasure, meaning that yachts that chartered over 80 GRT were now considered to be commercial vessels. However, very few yachts would have been able to operate under this legislation even if they wanted to, as there was no ready supply of merchant officers aware of the yacht market or looking to join the sector. Owners also wanted to keep their existing captains and crew, who had mostly be serving on board their yachts without issue.

One factor which affects willingness to invest in additional training is that the luxury yacht sector is an image driven environment. There is strong survey evidence that crew often encounter age bias during the hiring process. This particularly limits employment opportunities for those reentering the market aged 50 and over.

Age bias is forcing out a number of timetested, highly skilled, talented, creative, productive, experienced senior seafarers, in the prime of their careers. With this in mind, individual training investment may start to look less appealing.

Faced with the prospect of a number of superyachts operating illegally in what was already approaching a billion dollar industry, the UK Marine Safety Agency, as it was then, took a global lead in creating a

The sector needs to realise that seafarers are not innate commodities, and unlike modern technology they generally appreciate with age. The challenge is to make the industry realise this and value it appropriately.

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ASK THE EXPERTS Advice and knowledge from the leading experts in their fields

LUKE PORTER Commercial Manager Shipyard Supply Co

SAM THOMPSON Co-founder & Director JMS Crew

EDDIE KLOOSTERMAN Global Commercial Manager Mr Smith

GWYNNE LEWIS Product Line Director Orolia Maritime

WHAT OPTIONS ARE

AS A CREWMEMBER IS

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IN A GROWING AGE OF

AVAILABLE IN INFLATABLE

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CYBER-CRIME AT SEA,

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HOW CAN WE SECURE OUR

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NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEMS?

The biggest development is IP Television, this means you do not have to use any tvro’s anymore only a good and stable internet which could be provided for example by cellweaver.Other latest developments are Apple TV solutions, updates via app and music streams.

A yacht owner or guest needs to feel that they can go across the world with just one single touch of a touchscreen button. At Mr Smith we provide the ultimate entertainment experience for superyachts by employing user friendly software for accessible control. We believe that entertainment systems must be quick, high-end and easy to use regarding movies, series or any kind of music or entertainment that is requested. We also pride ourselves in constant reasearch and development so we’re always ahead of the curve and providing the very latest in on board audio visual solutions.

Since the development of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) in the late 70s, Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) based on satellite input has been vital on board superyachts, allowing GNSS receivers to determine location using time signals transmitted from space. The best way to protect navigational systems from intentional interference is with a multi-layered suite of resilient PNT solutions: Passive protection devices such as antijam antennae that block GNSS interference from the horizon, software-based navigation protection devices that alert the bridge and active defence solutions which filter suspicious radio frequencies from the GNSS signal. Orolia Maritime also offers alternatives such as Satellite Time and Location (STL), an encrypted signal 1000x stronger than GNSS. It resists spoofing and allows vessels to maintain course even when there has been total denial of navigation signals.

FENDER CONSTRUCTION?

There are three main fabrics used in inflatable fender construction; PVC, Hypalon and Polyurethane (PU) and each has its pros and cons depending on budget and intended usage.

Most will be familiar with PVC fenders as they’re used on small dinghies through to superyachts.

They’re lightweight, have neat welded seams and generally offer the most cost-effective way of protecting the yacht. However, they are more susceptible to UV degradation so are best used with a protective acrylic cover. Hypalon, on the other hand offers better UV and abrasion resistance and the glued seams are easier to repair once out at sea.

This functionality typically comes at a higher cost and increased weight compared to PVC. Finally, there is Polyurethane for the ultimate abrasion resistant and hardcore fendering solution. But more frequently used in the commercial sector on very large yachts.

More and more I am getting crewmembers stating a specific size of yacht they are looking to join. When I hear this I immediately roll out the phrase that ‘bigger isn’t always better’ which in the case of superyachts is very relevant. One size most definitely doesn’t fit all in this industry and it often takes a bit of trial and error before you find out what works for you.

The scope of a specific role differs massively from a 30m to an 80m, so much so that it takes a very different mind set and skill level to be able to tackle the job properly. This runs across all departments and we haven’t even touched on the required certification!

To ensure a happy and well run yacht it is vital that the crew enjoy and feel comfortable in the role they are taking on and it shouldn’t be ‘all about the money’. Never rule out a smaller yacht as it could be the best job you have ever had, it was for me!

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The challenges of recruiting seafarers in 2019

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s yachts get larger and carry more crew with unlimited certificates, we see the skills gap between yachting and shipping reducing and thus naturally, these two worlds have started to intertwine in an unprecedented fashion.

I have elaborated in the past on the shortage of crew facing the yachting industry and believe it is now fitting to look at the bigger picture, especially given the forthcoming sectoral meeting in February 2019 in Geneva at the ILO on “Recruitment and Retention of Seafarers and the Promotion of Opportunities for Women Seafarers”...

More on that in due course.

What is the current situation? Every five years the manpower report from BIMCO (Baltic and International Maritime Council) and the ICS (International Chamber of Shipping) is published and in the most recent release, it is stated that the shortage of officers was in the order of 16 500 and is estimated to increase, continually, to over 145 000 by 2025. Although the global supply of officers is forecast to increase steadily, this is predicted to be outpaced by increasing demand.

At the end of 2018 ICS has released another study, this time conducted by the Hamburg School of Business Administration (HSBA), regarding the potential effects of autonomous ships on the role of seafarers and the global shipping industry. With over 1.6 million seafarers currently estimated to serve on merchant ships trading internationally, the impact of MASS (Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships) on seafarers requires thorough consideration going forward.

“Encouragingly, the study indicates that there will be no shortage of jobs for seafarers, especially officers, in the next two decades. While the size of crews may evolve in response to technological

changes on board, there may also be considerable additional jobs ashore which require seafaring experience,” Mr Platten, ICS Secretary General explained.

These numbers do of course, dwarf our yachting figures, yet with a total number of crew soon approaching 85 000, the yachting industry has its own crewing challenges, albeit very different from the Merchant Navy.

Laurence Lewis looks at crew shortfalls and the challenges of recruiting and retaining crew in 2019 and beyond

2018 has been the second busiest year at YPI CREW in terms of Engineers and Deck Officers new registrations along with an overall across the board registration increase of 8 %.Given the fact that the company has already a network of candidates spanning 16 years, this is a healthy percentage which highlights the vitality of the industry.

Yachting crew, and deck crew especially, if they stay in the industry past their university gap years, are for the most part, career orientated and racing towards “that” captain’s job. However, there just aren’t enough Captain’s jobs to accommodate all aspiring masters and therefore, officers will likely have to remain as deck officers for a longer period of time as can be the case in the Merchant Navy where many officers, both deck and Engineering are qualified well before promotion.

The current true shortage of crew in yachting lies within the interior department, with an acute shortfall of experienced stewardesses and stewards. Retaining stewardesses long term in the industry is a challenge and whilst offering rotation is perhaps a solution, eventually, those wanting to start a family will inevitably leave.

Shipping, cruising, yachting; complex worlds with different purposes, yet a single common denominator; the crew, and the necessity to attract and retain them.

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