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CONTENTS

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SAIL OR RETURN Giorgio Armani’s principles for style, simplicity and luxury are there for all to see

IT’S GOOD TO TALK Working in superyachts is a stressful environment, adding a traumatic event could tip you over the edge

PICTURE THIS Award-winning adventurer Jody Macdonald is making waves in the photography industry

CLEAN ENERGY CRUISING Designers of electric tenders are pushing the boundaries of technology and aesthetics

BODRUM CRUISING Great hospitality, expert crew and flexible schedules in Turkey

HEADING EAST Our favourite full service marinas in the eastern Mediterranean

SAILING REDEFINED Marseille in September is the place to be for the final of the inaugural grand-prix America’s Cup style series

SOLID RIDE The design and versatility of the modern rigid inflatable has gone from strength to strength

ALL SYSTEMS GO The need for first rate yacht management software has never been greater

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STANDARD MATTERS The importance of choosing a registry with a good reputation

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THE NEED FOR SPEED How VSAT and communication systems cope with the extra traffic during charter season

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REGULARS 7

COMMENT Michael Howorth asks if imitation really is the sincerest form of flattery

UPFRONT Tips, people, advice and myths from the world of yachting

MY OPINION Elena Touloupaki points out that many species in the Mediterranean are under severe threat

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MYBA NEWS A look at MYBA Charter Show 2019

NEW LAUNCH Damen’s 77m Sea Explorer La Datcha is a game changer in the expanding world of explorer yachts

WEAR IT Summer is here so you can finally embrace the new fashion trends.

CREW PROFILE Paige Hanekom onboard Mimi La Sardine looks back at her first year in the industry

DESIRE The latest eye catching designs and trends

FOOD AND DRINK What’s new in food and drink this summer and a look at the excellent restaurants of Salento

BODY The latest beauty facts, fads and tips plus a look at sound bathing and summer hair care

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YACHT ESSENTIALS Editor Chris Clifford recommends his favourite products and services for the season and beyond

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF Oliver Fröls, CEO Founder of Marivent Yachts Balearics

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NAVIGATOR Roman history collides with beaches, bars and a great food scene in Tarragona

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BREAKAWAY Inspired Voyage. Worldwide personal adventures

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

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 Jeff Brown | Breed Media 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

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t was the collector, Charles Caleb Colton who is credited with first saying “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.” The English cleric, well known for his eccentricities was, like me, a writer but he lived way back in the late 1780s and died in 1832. Back then there were no superyachts and I wonder what he might have made of the way good ideas in our industry are today being quickly mimicked and put out to market. I make the point because it is not so very long ago that the New Zealand manufacturers of clever clips and fastenings had to fight an intellectual property dispute with a British firm hell bent on copying what is a brilliant idea. Fortunately for the Kiwi firm, they had right and the protection of very stringent patent law on their side and the matter was settled, rather sensibly, way before any case got further than in house shouting. But what of the floating platform idea created by a former yacht crew husband and wife team. How can they, or anyone else come to that, protect what is nothing more than a concept that utilises a floating pontoon alongside another craft. The basic idea is centuries old and has been used to get people on and off ships from the water’s edge to a higher deck. What these guys have done is reinvent the idea and apply it to superyachting. They have invested hard graft and piles of cash to get the idea to float (yes, I know there’s a pun in there somewhere) and now others are following suit. Captains seeking to buy such a device are almost spoiled for choice when it comes to buying this sort of floating product and in one case the device offered by the couple’s competitors, has contracted the manufacturer with the very same factory the couple themselves first used to bring the idea to market. The same can be said for companies marketing inflatable slides that are fixed to the side of a superyacht. Who came first? Who copied who? Which is the best? Which should a Captain buy? And is there a moral dilemma here? If you know

one company has sweated themselves to death bringing a concept to market and you know the other has done nothing more than copy the idea who should you buy from? I am not sure I know the answer and through fear of getting letters from lawyers acting on behalf of clients I am studiously making sure I do not name companies or take sides.

Michael Howorth looks into the moral dilemma facing Captains and Crew when one firm offers a certain service or product, where the ideas were initially developed and brought to market by others at an earlier date

What I do know is, that if a company selling tenders and toys suitable for use on board my superyacht came along to me with almost the very same name as a company I had previously used as a supplier, I might be, at best, confused. Reversing the order of the nouns in a company name is surely nothing if not deceitful? Now when I worked for a marketing company, eons ago, long before I gained four gold bars on my epaulets, I do recall advising clients that piggyback marketing was a legitimate selling tool. But back then, my client was manufacturing a mass market product that was cheap to make and unit sales were in the billions in countries all over the world. Today, piggyback marketing has a different connotation and is considered good business. Back then it meant hitching a ride on the coat tails of a company that has done all the hard work of making a product desirable. And that is my point here. Is it right that in a market place where there is at best four or five thousand potential customers one firm should capitalise on the hard work of others and reap all the benefits? So I can quite understand why others who have invested sweat equity and cash into an idea and then see it copied might be a little miffed! Can you imagine how, for example, the publishers of a magazine might feel if someone came along and started an online site that employed some of the words used in their own magazine’s title and splashed it across the internet? Maybe, and for all I know, someone already has... surely not?

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UPFRONT

THE BAROMETER

OPINIONS, FACTS, STORIES AND WHAT’S NEW IN THE FASCINATING WORLD OF YACHTING YACHTIE TYPES THE AMOROUS FEMALE CHARTER GUEST Like the male version, this person is never, ever, young, fit or attractive. Yet bizarrely in some twisted reverse body dysmorphia, she thinks she resembles Beyonce. I mean come on, how can you not find her advances a turn on? A compliment even? Easy, it’s still harassment so best thing to do boys, is travel in pairs, hide, and don’t turn your back on her in case you get a ‘harmless’ spanked bottom from someone who looks like your mum’s friend… with a hangover. Don’t get conned into adding some UV protection on her wrinkly walnut tanned skin either.

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DESTINATION CRUISING The Med hasn’t appeared to be anywhere near as busy this summer due to lots of owners deciding to venture off the milk run. Reports that more yachts have stayed stateside this summer (perhaps to do with the US built boats being charged to come to the Med?), and others have gone up to the Baltic to explore seem to confirm this.

AMERICAS CUP 2021 Lots of yachts now have New Zealand in their upcoming itineraries. The Kiwis better be ready for the huge influx of spectator superyachts, crew and owners heading down under! Plus, Auckland has abandoned plans to charge a daily superyacht anchoring fee.

GOING GREEN The pursuance of going green(er) in yachting is stronger than ever right now with more and more yachts ditching single use plastics as much as possible – is it really that hard guys?

MENTAL HEALTH A hot topic in yachting as well as other industries. We see reports showing interior crew seem to suffer the most with low morale – perhaps this can explain why fewer stews than ever are staying in the industry?

THE SIZE OF THE PELGOS SANCTUARY. FRANCE, ITALY AND MONACO CREATED THE SANCTUARY FOR MEDITERRANEAN MARINE MAMMALS IN 1999. THE REGION HOLDS AROUND 8,500 MARINE SPECIES

NAUTICAL ETYMOLOGY... SLUSH FUND On ships in the 18th century,’slush’referred to the waste fat which was left after the ship’s cook had boiled salt beef. The fat was skimmed off and stored in barrels. In the US Navy, the fat was sold and the proceeds of this sale were called a’slush fund. The money was spent in buying luxuries for the crew.

Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than those you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbor. Catch the wind in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. Mark Twain

MAGNIFICENT MARINER ROBERT FITZROY Vice-Admiral Robert FitzRoy (1805 – 1865) was an English officer of the Royal Navy and a scientist. He achieved lasting fame as the captain of HMS’Beagle during Charles Darwin’s famous voyage, FitzRoy’s second expedition to Tierra del Fuego and the Southern Cone. FitzRoy was a pioneering meteorologist who made accurate daily weather predictions, which he called by a new name of his own invention: ‘forecasts’. In 1854 he established what would later be called the Met Office, and created systems to get weather information to sailors and fishermen for their safety. As Governor of New Zealand, serving from 1843 to 1845, he tried to protect the Māori from illegal land sales claimed by British settlers.

INSTAGRAM INFLUENCERS They have been warned about showing respect when visiting places of historical interest. There’s been a rise in insensitive idiots taking selfies, grinning or posing provocatively at sensitive locations. Grow up and show some respect. Don’t get caught out and embarrass yourself and the yacht.

CBD PRODUCTS Are we being prudes here or what do you think? For example in the UK, the CBD market is un-regulated, so the sellers can basically lie on the packaging to curve around the technical details. Marketeers of some CMD fruit pastels, tell us our brains can have a chilled vacation, without the high…. how does that work? We recommend you get a grip and grow up!

INVESTMENT ADVICE Investing your hard earned money in a bona-fide investment product is paramount, whether it’s to save for a property or for longer term retirement plans. Predicted massive gains in investment funds backing marijuana, classic cars and fine wine? Do your homework, ask your colleagues who they deal with and invest those euros or dollars sensibly. But, pay off your debts first!

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UPFRONT

Tick off those inevitable moments that are sure to happen this season

Guests with greater knowledge of vessel

Yet another karaoke rendition of Let it Go

Provisioner’s chiller van breaking down

Guests wearing stilettoes on deck

Green stew puking up all day

4am burger request to Michelin-star chef

Guests re-enacting scenes from Titanic

Loud sex from amorous guests

Internet crashes during the big game

No sleep until September

Kids’ sticky fingers on priceless artwork

TITANIC

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PEOPLE REQUEST THE STRANGEST THINGS Can you arrange for the dolphins to be dancing at 9pm – the same time that I will be proposing to my girlfriend?

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DEVIL RAY

These rays inhabit the reigns of the Mediterranean deepwater often up to several hundred metres. They have an average life span of 20 years and a very low reproductive capacity, meaning the population is declining. Coupled with death from bycatch (being caught in other nets) they were classified as endangered by IUCN back in 2006. While feeding, devil rays can dive to depths of nearly 2km for around 60-90 minutes, at speeds of 22km/h.

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OPEN TO QUESTION HAS YOUR YACHT GONE PLASTIC BOTTLE FREE OR ADOPTED ANY OTHER ECO INITIATIVES?

HELENE DU PLESSIS, CHIEF STEW We went almost completely plastic free, bought clear glass bottles with silicone lids and filled them up and kept them in the fridge for the guests. They had little jackets to protect them when being used elsewhere. We also have a water dispenser in the mess.

SHANNON WALKER, CHIEF STEW We have gone plastic free. We have installed two water filtration systems in the crew mess and pantry. We have glass Chilly bottles for guest service, branded 500ml Chilly bottles for cabins, beach days and fridges. All crew have their own Chilly bottle.

WILL NOONE, CAPTAIN No, because the crew refuse to drink the tap water. Treatment system is not run properly by the engineers and there is no evidence of testing or kits because they can’t be bothered or it’s too expensive. But plastic bottles double the garbage volume.

MALGORZATA SCHEIDLE, CHIEF STEW We are only 22m yacht but we are trying. Our website and instagram promotes eco yachting. We buy glass bottles, no plastic. Our toothbrushes and qtips are bamboo, all straws are bamboo and stainless, guests love the green initiative.

HANNAH STADDON - CHEF€ We’ve gone plastic bottle free! We encourage the guests to bring their gym water bottles with them but we also give the guests branded yetis to drink out of and take home as an incentive - so far it’s been greatly accepted by the guests.

STEWART MCDONALD, CAPTAIN I had a Naturizzata system installed that provides extra filtration and sterilisation that also produces sparkling water. Then had customised bottles with the yacht logo made. Wish I had done it earlier, it paid for itself in the first season.

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UPFRONT

GETTING TAN-FASTIC! To tan or not to tan, that is the question. Are your charter guests lounge lizards or shadow slinkers?

THE ROTISSERIE CHICKEN There’s always one person on board who’s convinced it’s still 1972. Like a chicken on a spit basting in oil they’re guaranteed to look like a leathery lizard by the time they’re 40. Hold on a second, is that a foil reflector?

LOUNGE LIZARD Similar to the Rotisserie Chicken (minus the oil) the lounge lizard loves to absorb the heat and refuses to leave the sun lounger if there’s still a ray to be had. They can be very competitive when it comes to getting the best spot. They must get up early if you want to snag a prime lounger location.

THE SHADOW SLINKER Determined to keep a pale complexion, the shadow slinker can be recognised by an enormous hat, slathered in very high SPF sunscreen they’re cowering under the largest umbrella they can find. With a full-body swimsuit, they certainly stand out from the crowd and tend to glow in the dark.

THE LOBSTER The whiter the skin, the redder the burn and sure enough, day one, the fairest of the crowd (typically a ginger) will decide to sit out in the midday sun and burn themselves to a crispy crisp. For the next five days they’ll be hiding under a parasol with painful blisters. Next time layer on the sunscreen and become a shadow slinker.

NO LINES It’s a challenge avoiding the tan line altogether. There’s always one, the exhibitionist who’s completely naked and exposes those places where the sun don’t shine (and really shouldn’t!). Ouch when those bits get burned!

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Carey Secrett, Director, Superyacht Supply Chain The beautiful town of Kalkan nestles in a calm bay, enjoying stunning views out over the Mediterranean. Its pretty cobbled streets are home to quaint Bougainvillea-clad buildings, housing an abundance of boutiques, restaurants and taverns. In the old harbour, you can rent a wooden ‘gulet’ boat for a day trip or enjoy a drink and a ‘hubbabubba’ pipe in one of the waterside

bars. The bay is home to some idyllic beach clubs with inviting shady cabanas perched on platforms on the rocks. There are fantastic snorkelling and diving spots and the water is beautifully clear and warm. If shopping is your thing, you will be spoilt for choice. For the food lover, the town boasts over 150 restaurants serving a huge variety of cuisine. This town is a true Turkish delight!

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GRAHAM ISLAND A submerged volcanic island off the south west coast of Sicily, last erupted in 1831 and rose above the surface. A four-way dispute over its sovereignty began, which was still unresolved when it disappeared beneath the waves again in early 1832. In 2000 and 2002 it showed signs of a appearance, but remains 6m beneath the surface.

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SUMMER SOUNDS DJ GLEN JOHN PUTS TOGETHER HIS TOP MUSIC MIXES FOR ALL OCCASIONS DAYTIME One of my favourite genres for the daytime is disco. It’s light, fun, funky and is the perfect sound for when the sun is out and you’re chilling.

APEROÐ Ultimately you need background music as it’s a time for food, drinks and talking. It still needs a bit of funk and soul to it because it’s preparation for the party.

Dave Leatherman & Bruce Nolan Need In Me (Original Mix) The Braxtons The Boss (Master at Work Album Mix)Ð Qwestlife Hit it Off (feat Teni Tinks) Jimmy Ross & Retide First True Love Affair (Re-Tide Traxsource Exclusive Remix) Lapsley Operator (Koze edit)

Princess Freesia Freesia (Joey Negro Cookie Dough Mix) Incognito Freedom To Love (Yam Who Rework) Chic I Want Your Love - Dimitri From Paris Remix [2018 Remaster] BB Boogie Sweating And Shaking (On The Dance Floor) [feat. Monica Blaire] Disclosure Nocturnal (ft. The Weeknd)

BEACHÐ Great beach club sounds are deep, soulful house sounds without it sounding too ‘clubby’ or too relaxed. Miguel Migs feat Omar We Can Make It Full Intention Everybody Loves The Sunshine (Samir Maslo Remix) Miguel Migs feat Lisa Shaw Side to SideÐ Indeep Last Night The Dj Saved My Life (LeMarquis Remix) Kings of Tomorrow Fall For You (Sandy Rivera’s Classic Mix’)

PARTY If you’re entertaining at sea, the chances are the guests are going to be an international mix. The set would usually include bootlegs or mixes of well-known tracks for people to dance to.Ð Fatboy Slim Praise You (Purple Disco Machine Extended Remix) Calvin Harris GiantÐ Souxsoul Remember Me (Soulmagic mix)Ð Robin S Show Me Love’ (Original version) Stevie Wonder Superstition (Opolop mix)

To find these tracks and other mixes visitÐwww.mixcloud.com/djglenjohn Glen John is a professional DJ from London based in the French Rivera. Playing a blend of house, R&B and crowd-pleasing classics, Glen has appeared at a host of top London venues and now performs at various venues and parties in the South of France. VisitÐwww.djglenjohn.co.ukÐ

BALEARIC BEATS Formentera continues to be club capital of the Med. These are our favourites for 2019

CLUB TIPIC Opened in the 70s this club led the party circuit on the island for many years and is now famous for hosting an evening named Cocoon. Open from 1am – 6am.

PACHANKA MUSIC CLUB Located in Es Pujols and one of the most popular late bars on the island. Opening at 11pm all the way through to 6am, the club fills up after 3am when the late bars empty out.

PINETA CLUB Split into three separate areas, main hall, terrace and relaxation area. Opening from 7pm - 4am in the centre of Es Pujols. Stylish relaxation with a cool party atmosphere.

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MY OPINION

The protection of the species is in your hands!

onsidering the vastness of the ocean, the heterogeneity of habitats and species, the limited available marine scientists and human resources hinder the collection of all the data required to carry out marine science research, the contribution of Citizen Science is highly valued within marine research. Marine Citizen Science is especially helpful in answering questions that have a large spatial or temporal scope such as mapping and monitoring species ranges across extensive geographic areas. SEAlly© is a mobile application that has been created in the framework of the project ‘Fishers, Sea turtles & Sharks: Alliance for Survival’, coordinated by MEDASSETMediterranean Association to Save the Sea Turtles, in partnership with iSea, to actively involve and engage citizens. On 14th May MEDASSET celebrated the Mediterranean Action Day 2019 to promote citizen science by organising ‘Sailing Against Bycatch’ event. SEAlly© was officially presented in an action that perfectly combined the information, field experience and citizen science. The action was implemented on a sailing boat, which departed from a marina on the Athens coastline and sailed off into the Saronic Gulf. During the sailing, the problem of bycatch and the necessity behind the development of the application was analyzed in detail, its operation and capabilities were presented, as well as its recordings from Greece and abroad. The aim of the action was to have a ‘look and feel’ approach followed by its practical exploitation on board, with the possible recording of species sighted at sea. Representatives of Civil Society (fishers, NGOs, foundations, sailors, etc.) participated in the action and presented their perspective and experience through participatory processes, both for the problem of incidental captures and on the issues of sustainable management of the marine ecosystem. Both this action and SEAlly© aim, among other things,

to strengthen the role of citizens in the collection of primary scientific data, a perspective which is listed in the EU’s main guiding principles. An unexpected surprise during the sailing cruise was the encounter of a rare marine species, the common dolphin, which to the delight of all, we observed several behaviors such as sleeping, mating and feeding.

The Mediterranean Sea is a biodiversity hot spot, but unfortunately many species are under threat. Eleana Touloupaki outlines a number of conservation actions undertaken by MEDASSET

SEAlly© is the first mobile application that allows multi-taxa recording (sea turtles and sharks) whose abundance is not well known. Its ‘target group’ are fishers, port authorities, divers, sailing community and all sea lovers interested in the protection of marine ecosystems. The easy-to-use and interactive design of the application enables the user to input information and data about the geographic location of a sea turtle and/or a shark sighting, their species, the condition in which they were found or other specific features (eg gender). Furthermore, the application allows the use of the mobile’s camera to instantly capture images of the observations. In addition, the user has the ability to view other users’ records apart from his or her own. The collection of these valuable scientific data will help to study and mitigate the impacts of bycatch on sea turtle and shark populations. At the same time, through networking and co-operation with relevant projects and initiatives, the application aspires to contribute to scientific research and data input at Mediterranean level, with the ultimate goal of protecting and conserving sea turtles and sharks. SEAlly© is available on android & iOS and users are able to download it for free. To find out how you can support MEDASSETMediterranean Association to Save the Sea Turtles, visit www.medasset.org and follow MEDASSET on social media.

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he 2019 MYBA Charter Show was the third to be held atPOneOceanPPortPVellPin Barcelona and the 31stPin the event’s long history. It was a show that set several new records and raised the bar once again according to feedback already received fromPa broad spectrum ofPattendees.P

Once again The MYBA Charter Show has cemented itself as the top show for superyacht brokers on the Mediterranean. The partnership with OneOcean Port Vell has proved extremely successful and has been extended for another two years

Let’s start byPlookingPat the numbers.PThis year there were 60 yachts on showPwith a total L.O.A. of 2,653m and an average L.O.A. of 44,21Pm.PA positive development in comparison to theP53 yachts and thePtotal L.O.A. of 2,521m in 2018.P Their total gross tonnage was 29,464 and the quality of the vessels spoke volumes!PThe accumulated charter rate wasP €11.486.500,Pwith the average charter rate of €194.686.P ThePexhibitorPstands were manned by 502 dedicated members of staff, with 138 of them belonging to our list of ‘Loyal Exhibitors’ - those that have participated in 10Por morePMYBA Charter ShowsPbefore 2016Pand in at least one from 2011 to 2016.PInP2018Pthere wereP494 members of staffPmanningPthePexhibitorsPstands, a very small difference versus this year, soPit doesPindeed seem thatPthe Show enjoys loyal support and many exhibitors are returning, an indication that it is indeed good for business!P P The total numberPof attendees was 2,074 of whom 518 were charter brokers and central agents. 167 out of the 518 were MYBA Members.PAlso,Pon board were 616 Captains and crew, who worked tirelessly to ensure that everything was shipshape, and 65 members of the press who made sure that the event was well documented.PThe total number of attendees in 2018 was 1,885 so we can safely say that the Show’s audience is also growing even though the acceptance criteria remains as strict as usual.P

Marta Iglesias, MYBA Charter Show Consultant, commented on the importance of the quality of the Show’s attendees:P“In today’s market, where clients can accessPextensivePinformation with the click of a button, their expectations towards a lifetime experience can only be met by the deep knowledge of the true superyacht professionals. The MYBA Charter Show is the annual event where all thisPprofessionalPexpertisePisPshared and enhanced amongstPattendees. With carefully curated superyachts as the focal point,PvettedPbrokers, central agentsPand exhibitors get together for four days of intense networkingPto ensure that allPthePrequirements for the ultimate client experiencePare met. The 2019PMYBA Charter ShowPwillPsoon provePthat it is, once again,Pthe launching platform for a successful charter season.”P Branding, communication, and all touchpoints, were designed to enhance the total experience and the holistic journey that the Show aims to offer.PAnd itPalso succeeded in capturingPa broader audience’s attention via MYBA’s social media channels. An indication of the online ‘chatter’ that surroundedPthe event was provided byPInstagram where,Pwith 13,000 followers, the Show scored more than 61,000 impressions in just one week. P During the Show, MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association andPOneOceanPPortPVellPalsoPannounced that they have agreed to renew their collaboration for the next two years as far as the hosting of the MYBA Charter Show is concerned. This means that the MYBA Charter Show will be returning toPOneOceanPPortPVellPfor both 2020 and 2021. The MYBA Charter Show is the first major event of the superyacht season for the charter sector and it is owing to the world-class facilities ofPOneOceanPPortPVell, a marina that can cater to a Show of thisPcalibrePandPsize, thatPMYBA has chosen to celebrate the next two editions at this port.P P It was a spectacular Show and we believe that it will play a pivotal role in securing bookings and generating charter revenue. Thank you to everyone who was a part of it,Pand we look forward to seeing you again atPOneOceanPPort Vell from 27 to 30PAprilP2020!P

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Damen’s 77m SeaExplorer La Datcha is a game changer in the ever expanding world of explorer yachts. The custom build for an experienced owner is equipped with every imaginable toy including two helicopters Words: Frances and Michael Howorth

ith the handover due later this summer the owner of La Datcha was on hand and excited at the launching of his new 77 metre expedition yacht. He and his family attended the event at the Damen Shipyards hull building yard in Galati. After the launch the hull was transported to the SeaXplorer outfitting yard in the Netherlands ahead of delivery in September 2020, just in time for the yacht’s debut at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.

stands out with her helideck and hangar for two aircraft. She is fully certified for helicopters up to 4,000kg.

Built with extensive customisations to the owner’s requirements, including his passion for heliskiing, La Datcha

He added, “I fell in love with the shape, the design. With two helicopters, you can really go further, you can see

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The owner intends to make his new yacht available for charter in a range of polar and tropical destinations during his planned extensive two-year global tour. Talking just before the launch, the owner said, “The Earth is so big and our life is so short, so we have to explore as much as we can.”

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the bears and other animals. You can heliski. Any kind of activities, fishing and so on. With two helicopters you have absolute freedom to explore any remote territory as deep as you want.” The yacht carries extra provisions and facilities for 40 days of global autonomy without port call, and a superb set of toys, tenders, snowmobiles and a submarine. “I’ll be really excited to have this boat the first time in Kuril Islands and then Kamchatka in 2021,” the owner continued. “That’s a real excitement because I’ve explored

Kamchatka quite well with the helicopter but it would be quite nice to explore it from the shore, visit more remote territories and see the far east of Russia and then continue on to Alaska. From there, we can go on and do so many incredible things with this yacht.” The yacht has a volume of 2,560gt and accommodates 12 guests, in two master suites, together with 25 crew. The yacht’s exterior design is by Azure Yacht Design, while the interior is by the owner’s choice of designer, Vasiliy Shprits whose studio, has also designed many of the owner’s residential properties.

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Sail or Return FROM THE FASHION LOUNGES TO HIS STELLAR YACHT NAMED MAIN, GIORGIO ARMANI’S PRINCIPLES FOR STYLE, SIMPLICITY AND LUXURY ARE THERE FOR ALL TO SEE WORDS: JAMES EVANS

iorgio Armani has always gone about his artistic craft by fulfilling a few simple rules – be bold, be imposing, be clean and be ruthless. It’s little surprise then that while every suit, jumper, t-shirt, leather jacket, pair of jeans, wristwatch and fragrance fulfils strictly an Italian style visionary’s modus operandum, his yacht wilfully obeys the same rules too. “The self-awareness of whatever it is we do is an important thing,” says Armani, opening up with perhaps a predictable dose of raw philosophy. “We have to consider the view from the outside as well as how we perceive ourselves, as really we are a combination of the two.

one, you’d only ever step foot on Armani’s muscular mega-boat. “It is fun for me,” the 84-year-old Italian says. “I do not take it too seriously but it is leisure, a home, but also a place for work. “I always want to be working, and if I can move around and be comfortable, then I’ll work better. And that’s what Main gives me.”

“A boat is very similar. Your own perception of what it is, from the inside, on board, is very different to almost everyone else’s, but who is correct in their view? You, or them?”

Sure, the ‘work’ Armani refers to will obviously include answering the odd email and perhaps looking over the latest set of new-season sketches put together by a design team that has created for him a personal wealth of over £8billion. Mostly though, when the day job boards this superlatively dressed yacht it is for the purpose of photo shoots. After all, for someone who has always kept his affairs close to home, where else would the company’s founder suggest…

Armani’s superyacht, Main, was built by Codecasa in 2008. It measures 213ft long and radiates in chic lines, rich-black matt casing, gold piping and a formidable look that is as imposing as it is unforgiving. Put it alongside Steve Jobs’ Venus, Sailing Yacht A (another Philippe Starck creation), or perhaps even Guilty, complete with haphazard Jeff Koons camouflage, and you have four of the most bullish, statement-led yachts in the world; yet if you had to pick

Armani’s tours on the yacht have taken him to locations including Monaco and the Amalfi Coast, though the designer has been known to venture as far afield as Jamaica in his time away from the catwalks. Having previously taken the wheel at the yacht Mariù – named after his mother – to sail around the small volcanic island of Pantelleria, just off the coast of Sicily, Armani admits he quickly wanted to go further. “I had spent years chartering and Mariù was a boat I was in

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I ALWAYS WANT TO BE WORKING, AND IF I CAN MOVE AROUND AND BE COMFORTABLE, THEN I’LL WORK BETTER AND THAT’S WHAT MAIN GIVES ME love with. For the first time it was something that I could do as I wanted with. Chartering is fine but you are aware, all the time, that it is someone else’s property. Even so, something was still missing, and for Armani, it was a lack of ubiquity in the design process. For all its qualities, Mariù was still a craft that was ‘off the shelf’, as it were… and the shelf wasn’t designed by him.“It had to be me, from start to finish,” he says – hence, Main. It’s true to say there are few things that reward the designer as much as time on the sea. “The privacy is nice. In no hotel in the world will you get the same level of privacy. But what I like most is the fact you are in somewhere purpose-built. When it came to designing Main, it was all me.” While Codecasa created an incredible exterior, everything inside was Armani’s vision - the ability to make something from nothing, and to wear it like a pair of jeans… that was the special thing, and in reality, those principles are mirrored in the fashion industry itself. The yacht, which was built at Codecasa’s Viareggio shipyard in Tuscany, can accommodate up to 12 guests, and comes with zero speed stabilisers, which restrict movement on the yacht when it is at anchor, thus increasing on-board comfort. The craft is powered by two Caterpillar 2,479hp diesel engines, has a top speed of 17 knots and can achieve a maximum range of 6,910 nautical miles at 14 knots. In addition, water tanks store an impressive 30,000 litres of fresh water.

It is a statement every bit as strong as a well-tailored suit, and reward for a fashion forefather who has achieved everything that could have been asked of a modest shop window dresser in 1950s Italy. “My biggest, most obvious regret is that I didn’t take care of myself enough,” Armani has told a national newspaper in 2015, in referencing a work/life balance that, you feel, only in later life is he finally beginning to master. “I have always taken care of other people, more than myself. So much that sometimes I should have quit my job, or divided my time better between public and private life.” While his love affair with the sea is without doubt, it seems the calling of the mainland will always take Armani back. “That’s because this is a job that absorbs you completely from morning to night. I tried to take people, friends, or dates and bring them into my own work life, instead of doing the opposite, but it rarely worked.” Time spent on the yacht, and away from the catwalk, clearly represents a diversion Giorgio Armani thrives on. The similarities between the two remain - both exude elegance, class, style and luxury; but unusually, with yachts, he has brought bona fide fashion to the seas – there is not a hint of white, nor bright lighting, or marble interiors. The greater truth though is that whilst separating two worlds, maybe he has succeeded only in bringing his own – fashion – closer to him. ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 29

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IT’S GOOD TO TALK WORKING IN SUPERYACHTS IS ALREADY A HIGH STRESS ENVIRONMENT, ADDING A TRAUMATIC EVENT TO OUR DAY TO DAY OPERATIONS COULD, POSSIBLY, TIP US OVER THE EDGE. HEALTH AWARENESS AND ENCOURAGING EVERYONE TO TALK IS PARAMOUNT WORDS: ERICA LAY

one are the days when we demonstrate that ‘stiff upper lip’ mentality, or ‘grin and bear it’… or are they? It seems each year we are hearing about more tragic events, such as accidental deaths, serious injuries, or even suicide. How are crew and management companies addressing these events? Are they still being swept under the rug? Why does it take a devastating accident for management companies or owners to

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put some sort of process in place for coping with the aftermath? Let’s start with defining the word ‘trauma’. The dictionary defines it as ‘a deeply distressing or disturbing experience’. This could be psychological, i.e. a personal trauma like witnessing a terrible accident, or physical, such as suffering a serious injury or attack. Trauma affects people in different ways and responses can be extremely individual.

As ex crew member and now, Senior Dual Diagnosis Clinician and Social Worker Tarryn Burrows explains, “During traumatic events, our brain responds with fight/flight/freeze: an automatic response from our brain and body…we confront it, run away or can’t move. Traumatic events also typically bypass the memory storage part of the brain (hippocampus) so that’s why sometimes people only remember bits of how things happen, e.g. smells, noises…that’s the brain trying to protect us from what’s happened as well.”

At the moment, the biggest issue in the industry is how much it’s failing us in this area. Although some yacht owners and management companies have embraced how important keeping crew healthy and looked after in every sense (physically and mentally) and have proven this by offering counselling, medical support, compassionate leave, and psychological assistance as well as financial support, sadly these yachts and companies seem to be in the minority.

Case in point, deckhand Adam* saw his friend break his shoulder in a sailing accident during a manoeuvre onboard whilst they were taking part in a regatta. “Looking back now, I still have a blank patch I can’t figure out – I saw the cause, I saw the injury happen, then I guess auto pilot kicked in as the next thing I remember is him being tended to by the senior crew and me sat at his head telling him he’s going to be ok! I was told I apparently ran straight over to him and started talking to him and comforting him. Can’t remember it though.” Sometimes the memories return, other times they don’t. The important thing to remember is that it’s normal.

Let’s take what happened to Engineer Fred* into account. He joined a motoryacht, working with a lovely captain who collapsed on board (fortunately in port) and was later discovered to have a brain tumour. At the time, Fred went into ‘fight’ mode – he called the ambulance, he allocated tasks for the junior crew onboard whilst he and the chief stew dealt with the situation. Sadly, the ambulance crew had to be convinced the captain was unwell as when they arrived he’d risen to his feet and was trying to walk around – albeit he was incoherent and stumbling. Fred was asked by the owner to take control of the yacht and to continue getting it ready for an upcoming show.

As Crew Coach Director Karine Rayson says, “How an individual responds to trauma will be different for each person. For example, person A may have a different response to a natural disaster or betrayal of an intimate partner over person B. It’s therefore imperative that when living and working with colleagues on board that you are compassionate and empathetic towards each other, rather than casting judgement on how you think the person should be responding to a traumatic event.” Karine believes we, as crew and industry professionals, should be learning the soft skills necessary to provide the right sort of support to each other. Be it at peer level, or from seniors. This is essential for yacht crew, especially when we’re at sea and mental health care might not be easily accessible. Trauma can manifest in many ways; this is something we can all keep an eye out for (both in ourselves or in others). Tarryn says, “Trauma will often affect a person’s ability to build relationships, ability to self-regulate their emotions (so they are quick to anger, moods change frequently, tend to feel depressed/low) and may result in difficulty sleeping, nightmares, flashbacks, hypervigilance, over or under exaggerated startle response (‘jumpy’), difficulty assessing risk. People can also experience fear and chronic anxiety, hyper arousal/reactivity, avoidance and numbing (helllooooo alcohol!) and disassociation….easily triggered, incite behaviours (stir things up), have superficial relationships (isn’t that the superyacht industry?), test boundaries, lying, deceptive behaviour, demand attention, no impulse control, feel the need to be in control…” Karine recommends, “if you are experiencing the symptoms of àtrauma you should immediately seek support; if the symptoms go untreated one runs the risks of experiencing comorbid mental health issues including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, or alcohol and drug problems which can potentially threaten a person’s physical and psychological well-being. It is important to highlight that when being exposed to a traumatic event it doesn’t automatically mean you will experience the onset of trauma related symptoms.”

IN THE DAYS THAT FOLLOWED, THE CREW WERE LET DOWN COMPLETELY BY THE CAPTAIN, OWNER, AND MANAGEMENT COMPANY For the first few days, Fred said the owner would check in to ask after their wellbeing but that soon stopped and the focus was all about the yacht show. The most support he had during this situation was from the Port Authorities who, Fred says, “offered all the help they could.” There was no counselling or time off offered, Fred says now he had no idea to even ask for it, and it was only when he booked himself into a doctor’s after nearly collapsing himself, that he discovered he was in the early stages of chronic fatigue and needed to take some time off. The doctor told him he had not allowed himself any time to process the shock of what happened. Sadly this lead to panic attacks for Fred, but after finally stopping, taking time out and seeing a doctor at home, he’s now back in the industry and more aware of himself, his limits, and those of others. Chef Charlotte* was working on a large motoryacht when a crew member suffered a terrible accident and passed away. In the days that followed, the crew were let down completely by the captain, owner, and management company. They asked for support and medical help and this was denied. They asked for those crew who’d been directly involved in the accident to be sent on compassionate leave, again, denied. Faced with an ‘if you want to go on leave, you quit and pay yourselves’ attitude, a captain too fearful of being accused of negligence to support anyone, and an owner and guests who demanded dinner service and turndowns carry on as normal or being fired (they were onboard at the time), it’s a wonder the entire crew didn’t fall apart. At anchor, the internet was cut off to prevent any leakage to the media, but this left the crew alone and isolated, unable to talk to friends and family when they needed to the most.

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Following the trip, the management company continued to fail the crew – finally they were permitted shore leave to seek help, but even after their approved psychologist had signed them all off to return to work, they all received word that their contracts had been terminated – long story short, the crew were effectively forced into signing away any rights they had. At time of writing, Nautilus had taken the case on to fight on the crew’s behalf for compensation. Financial compensation is one thing (if they receive any) but the lasting effects of a trauma like this which is dealt with so horrifically will no doubt be felt by that crew for years to come.

SHEREEN OPENLY TALKS ABOUT HER JOURNEY ON HER BLOG WEBSITE, TRAUMAONTOUR.COM WHICH SHE DESCRIBES AS “ONE WOMAN’S MISSION TO EXPLORE WELLBEING AND RECOVER FROM TRAUMA” Shereen Soliman, a young woman working in the industry for some years, suffered a brutal attack in St Maarten some years ago when she was between jobs; a man attempted to rape and murder her. It left her with acute Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Shereen is an inspiration, quite frankly, she’s taken her experience and has used it to help others, as well as having returned to the yachting industry on a freelance basis. Shereen openly talks about her journey on her blog website, traumaontour.com which she describes as “one woman’s mission to explore wellbeing and recover from trauma”. Her aim is to continue learning and to share the lessons with the reader, whilst also teaching and coaching about emotional intelligence, trauma recovery and self-care. One of her side projects, Shereen has recently been involved with the launching of a new Facebook page called ‘Yacht Crew – That’s Not Okay’ along with Nathan Skinner, and Matteo Ichino. This online forum exists to raise awareness of unsafe and destructive practices in the yachting industry, with the aim to improve working conditions for all. Crew are encouraged to send PMs to the group admins where they can remain anonymous and ergo be protected. Their aim is to point them in the right direction to get the appropriate support, be it a safety, or personal matter. Speaking of support, what resources are available to us? In the first incidence, we can consider what we can do to protect ourselves following a traumatic event. Karine recommends these protective strategies: •’ Refrain from making any major decisions or life changes

•’ Try to maintain a normal routine. Keep busy and structure your day •’ Make time to practise mindfulness. Engage in relaxation activities whether it is a walk on the beach, deep breathing exercises, meditation or yoga •’ Be aware of the feelings that come up and find a healthy way to express them, whether it is writing it down in a journal or talking to a close friend •’ Seek professional help - make contact with a counsellor ’ or psychologist Shereen’s website offers great resources on different therapies and how to find what’s right for you, from one on one therapy with a trained counsellor, to holistic alternatives. If you’re not ready to talk to a person in real life yet, there are apps out there you could use – and lots of counsellors will offer online chat, video, or phone counselling. Betterhelp, Talkspace, Breakthrough, these services will match you with a suitable counsellor who can best fit your needs. It’s important to remember that what works for one person may not work for the next, so if you don’t find the right resource, keep looking. With mental health awareness on the increase, let’s hope we see more and more resources popping up, and perhaps more importantly for us in yachting, more emphasis on training, learning and development in managing the aftermath of an onboard trauma from owners, captains and management companies. Please refer to the side panel for a list of resources. If you’re reading this and any of this is resonating with you, please don’t feel that you’re alone. Reach out to any of the sources listed in this article, a friend, a loved one, or your doctor. Keep well.

HELP AT HAND The Crew Coach offer a counselling service, details of which can be found on their website www.thecrewcoach.com The International Seafarers Welfare and Assistance Network offer free, confidential, multilingual helplines for seafarers and their families www.www.seafarers.org Shereen Solimon’s website www.traumaontour.com The Professional Yachting Association (PYA) www.pya.org

•’ Take time to process the emotional response to the event and acknowledge what you have just been through

Nautilus International www.nautilusint.org/en

•’ Avoid self medication or overuse of alcohol or drugs ’ to cope

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Inflatable toys for superyachts continue to be popular amongst owners and charter guests but the man-handling can take the joy out of the toy for the crew setting them up. Luke Porter of Shipyard Supply Co looks at a new davit crane to assist with inflatable toy set up

uperyacht deck equipment specialist Shipyard Supply Co (SSCo) has revealed details of its new davit crane as a solution for yachts needing support with inflatable toy installation. Designed for superyachts of all sizes, the davit crane has been developed in response to an increase in demand for large format inflatables. SSCo commercial manager Luke Porter explained, “Inflatables come in all shapes and sizes, and many, especially slides and climbing walls, have to be secured to the top deck of a superyacht. If the yacht doesn’t have a tender or heli-deck crane, then the large inflatable needs to be manhandled up there by the deck crew, which can be time-consuming.

SSCo works closely with leading superyacht inflatables specialist FunAir to deliver the complete package needed for inflatables installation. John Courtney, MD of Yachting at FunAir commented, “The new removable davit crane is the perfect solution for yachts that don’t have toy storage on the top deck. We love that the socket can be added to the top deck with minimal disruption, and yachts can now enjoy the benefits of a crane without having to have one permanently installed. For our largest yacht slides and climbing walls this makes deployment even quicker and easier for crew.”

“The new davit crane is designed to be fitted into a socket on the top deck, so the crew can winch the inflatable up there, saving time and man-power. Once finished with, the crane can be removed and stowed away.”

The carbon crane can also be used to bring cargo onto the foredeck of a yacht, or to winch heavy toys such as jet skis or Seabobs onto the transom. The crane design has been refined using the latest geometry and full structural analysis has been undertaken.

Luke added, “As a former bosun on a 72m Feadship, I know how physically demanding working on deck can be. The davit crane will help prevent superyacht crew lifting overly heavy items, reduce the risk of wear and tear and increase efficiency on deck.”

The lightweight crane comes in two parts for easy storage and assembly; it can also be painted to complement the mothership colour scheme. The deck sockets have been designed to fit any make or model of superyacht, whether it is GRP, steel or

aluminium. With up to a 3m reach, the crane comes with a Dyneema purchase system as long as is required for the height of the yacht. The crane is able to lift up to 500kg and comes with quality Spinlock deck fittings and a Harken manual or electric winch. Whether it’s stainless steel, composite, aluminium or wood, SSCo has the experience and infrastructure to work on any custom deck equipment project. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1473 598 091 or visit www.shipyardsupply.co

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TURNING THE PAIGE Paige Hanekom talks to Frances and Michael Howorth onboard Mimi La Sardine, looking back on her first year in the industry What was it that made you want to join the superyacht industry? It is something I have wanted to do for years! My older brother as well as my uncle had been in the industry years before I joined and told me so much about it. I have a passion for travel and adventure and I find that the yachting industry allows me to do just that.’ What was your first superyacht and when did you join her? My first superyacht was the motor yacht Z. She is a 65 metre Amels. I joined her at the beginning of April 2018. How long have you been aboard your current yacht and what was it that made you join her? I joined Mimi La Sardine at the beginning of January 2019. She is brand new, and was still in the yard at Cantiere delle Marche in Ancona when I joined. The boat was looking for 6 crew members, and I was offered the 2nd stew position. It has been a real privilege to be a part of the journey in setting the boat and her interior up from the very beginning.’It has such a unique interior and I am really proud to work on board. Why did you join the interior crew rather than deck crew? I am actually a stew and a deck crew member! So when the deck team need assistance and I have a spare moment from the interior I step outside and am able to help wherever I am needed.’ What is your favourite restaurant or bar in the Mediterranean and why is it special? Currently it is a rooftop bar in Barcelona, above Hotel Ohla. Considered by many locals as one of the best roof top bars in the city to have a drink at sunset, it has terrace that features includes a 13-metre-long glassed walled swimming pool. They make incredible cocktails, and have greats snacks and tapas! The vibe is always great and the view of the city is breathtaking. Which is your favourite Mediterranean shop and why do you like it? I love Natura! We don’t have the chain back home and I could spend hours in one whenever I walk in. 40 | SUMMER 2019 | ONBOARD

How does working aboard a yacht affect your family life? My family is extremely close and it can often be difficult when they are all together and I can’t be there to join in on the festivities. However, I have the most supportive family and they are thrilled that I am doing what I love. I am sure my younger brother will be joining the industry within the next year or so too! Do you have a pet hate and if so what is it? My pet peeve is hearing people chew loudly. If you had a magic wand what would you change in job? I would do away with passport and visa restrictions for all yachties - it is quite a burden for a lot of us. It would be fantastic if the process and all the admin was made a lot simpler to allow us to do what we love. What advice would you give to someone thinking of working as a stew on a yacht? Arrive with a willingness to learn - no matter how many courses you do, you will always learn best through experience. Be prepared to start at the bottom and most importantly come with an open mind.’ What makes you stand out as a stew? I like to think that I have a diverse skill set. I pride myself in my ability as a stewardess to provide high quality service, housekeeping and laundry services. However, I am thoroughly enjoying improving my skills out on deck too. Growing up with 3 brothers has taught me that I can do whatever the boys can do and I am loving the learning process. I am down to earth and personable which I think is important when it comes to meeting so many different types of people.’ What tip for doing your job better are you willing to share? Organisation is key. Writing lists of things that need to get done and providing deadlines for each project is extremely helpful in ensuring that everything is complete on time, especially when things start to feel overwhelming. Always walk into a cabin/ on deck with the perspective of a guest and ask yourself “what would I want here? What would I like this to look like?”

What were you doing before you starting working on yachts? I studied at the University of Stellenbosch where I obtained a BCom degree in Business management and my BCom Honours degree in Financial Management.’ What would you like to do when you cease working on superyachts? I would really like to incorporate my university education within the yachting industry.’I plan on working towards becoming a full time purser on board a yacht, and eventually over time start some sort of my own business.

QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS Are you a morning or night time person? Morning - once I’m awake How do you like your steak? Medium-well What is your favourite style of cuisine? Italian What is your least favourite food? Oranges in baked goods What would your last supper be? Pesto pasta Name 3 dream dinner party guests? Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama & Elvis Presley Where in the world would you visit if you had the chance? Japan Where would you want to retire? Mallorca, Spain What sport do you most like to watch? Rugby What is your nickname? Paigey Pooh What superpower would you like? To fly What’s your guilty pleasure? Watching really bad reality TV shows What makes you angry? People who are unnecessarily rude to others What have you done spontaneously lately? Learned to play squash

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autiBuoy’s C-Dock is the first solo and modular docking system available that is compatible with Seabobs, the hugely popular underwater scooter which is a must have on board. The C-Dock is a modular addition to the phenomenally successful, award winning, Nautibuoy inflatable platform range. Designed to avoid the need for repetitive lifting of Seabobs in and out of the water, the simple design provides a drive-in / driveout solution, which keeps the Seabob safe, secure and protected.

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Picture this AWARD-WINNING ADVENTURER JODY MACDONALD EXPLAINS WHY THE FIRST STEP TOWARDS MAKING WAVES IS PHOTOGRAPHING THEM WORDS: RICHARD ALDHOUS

hen it comes to capturing our expansive oceans, diverse rivers and intense arrays of marine life, it helps to have a vested interest in everything sub-aqua. For Jody MacDonald, the commitment is three-fold – firstly, the award-winning photographer runs a business that offers kiteboarding exhibitions around the world by catamaran. Add to that a passion for the seas, discovered as a child on a family holiday to the Maldives; and by the time you get to the Idaho-born adventurer’s extensive list of ocean photography awards, you might question whether she need set foot on dry land again. The answer, of course, is yes… to take more photos! “Underwater photography has always been a real thrill of mine, but in truth, the perfect shot can happen at any place, any time, and I wouldn’t ever restrict myself to one medium,” says Jody, who has visited 90 different countries, paraglided over the Himalayas,€and built a portfolio of projects that reflect a passion for social change and environmental preservation as much as they satisfy her own aims to explore and adventure. “It is a thrill and a pleasure to be able to travel, to document everything through photography, of any kind, and I can’t think of a time when I won’t do this… I love it so much.”

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UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY HAS ALWAYS BEEN A REAL THRILL OF MINE, BUT IN TRUTH, THE PERFECT SHOT CAN HAPPEN AT ANY PLACE, ANY TIME, AND I WOULDNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T EVER RESTRICT MYSELF TO ONE MEDIUM

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As for the mechanics of her art, Jody says the cameras are largely the same, irrespective of whether she is ankle-deep in desert sand, swimming in a tropical ocean, or paragliding at up to 50mph with a $10,000 camera in hand. “Obviously the big thing that changes in the water is the housing of the camera,” she continues. “I always want the best one I can get and don’t want to hold back to suit the environment. Obviously a high frame rate is essential, and it must be compact - if you are swimming with a really big, housed camera body, your manoeuvrability is really going to be compromised. “Technology continues to help this process along – with every passing year the cameras are getting smaller and the frame-rate is increasing. In the past, the cameras with the best quality were also usually quite bulky and that was always a big challenge.”

While Rajan passed away in 2016, the value of Jody’s craft remains in visual images will last forever. “The thing with photography is that it has no shelf date, and there are very few things like that in the world. It is fixed in time and preserved so that people hundreds of years in get a glimpse of what life was like for us, and that feels very special. Elephants also form the basis of one of Jody’s main conservation projects at the moment. “The Asian Elephant is running out of space and they are having a lot of problems, particularly in Northern India. You wouldn’t think population increase in elephants would be a problem, but combined with loss of habitat it is, and there is proving to be a direct conflict between the elephants and the humans. I have also paired up with Sea Legacy and I am working on some projects with them regarding ocean conservation. It’s good to be busy!”

PHOTOGRAPHERS ARE ALWAYS GREAT AT BEING IN THE FIELD AND TAKING PHOTOS, BUT THE BUSINESS SIDE SEEMS MUCH MORE OF A CHALLENGE. WE’RE NOT REALLY TRAINED IN THAT AREA AND BEING IN THE OFFICE IS A COMPLETE JUXTAPOSITION Jody, who part-owns a 60-foot catamaran called The Cabrinha Quest, typically uses the latest Canon Mark III, a 50 Megapixel Canon 5DSR for slower photography when not taking action shots, and also has a variety of Leica cameras. In the water, she uses Aquatech Imaging Solutions as housing for the Canon bodies. One of her most iconic shots to date is that of an elephant swimming in the sea. Rajan was thought to be the last of a group of 10 of the animals who were brutally forced to learn how to swim in the Andaman Sea, the stretch of water that separates the Indian Ocean from the Bay of Bengal. His task was to bring logged trees to nearby boats, but when logging was banned in 2002, Rajan was out of a job. “I initially found out the story of the elephant by watching the 2006 movie The Fall. They had him swimming in this tropical blue water in the film - I saw it and thought, ‘Okay, that can’t be real’. I had been sailing around the world and there was nowhere that this was happening. I thought that they had just created a set for the movie. “So I started doing some research and found out where they filmed it, and that the elephant really did exist, so I went there and found them! “I would say, of the many hundreds I have done, that is the project I have enjoyed the most. It was such a beautiful thing to see the relationship that the elephant had with his owner - they had been together for over 30 years and watching the bond between them was incredibly special. “I spent two weeks with them, just following them around, documenting them and getting to know them a little bit. It was like mother and child, and pretty incredible to watch. There is nowhere else in the world where you will see that or experience that, so that was incredibly surreal.”

Work commitments aside, Jody, much like Rajan in his final years, is truly a free spirit. Ambitious in going after commercial projects, you do sense she will never let business interrupt what is a pure interest in the outdoors and art. à “Photographers are always great at being in the field and taking photos, but the business side seems much more of a challenge for us,” she admits. “We’re not really trained in that area and being in the office is a complete juxtaposition, so it does become a challenge to balance the two. Even social media is a full-time job in itself, and obviously when you have more followers you also come under a lot more scrutiny and criticism. Everything has to be perfect, right down to use of grammar, it seems,” she laughs. “Really, it is a combination of everything, but most of the time I think I am getting that blend right.” So has she ever taken ‘the perfect photo’? “Well, firstly, when you want a particular shot, you will pretty much do anything to get it, but I don’t really know if I necessarily believe there is any such thing as the perfect shot,” Jody admits. “Really, it is all so subjective. I definitely believe you can get lucky, but on the whole great photographs require time… understanding light, subjects, and time of day, particularly. For instance, I lived in Morocco for a year and there were certain photographs I tried to take. The perfect shot was all about light and the subject coming into play, and I think I went back to the same place for about a week to try to get it. à Whilst a huge advocate for the encouraging others to consider the merits of photography, Jody implores people to go about their craft in the right way. “I think today we are trying to conform and take pictures that we are seeing on Instagram… the ones everybody else is taking. My advice, if you want to stand out, is to do the opposite of that… oh and get some waterproofing housing for your camera!”

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CLEAN ENERGY CRUISING DESIGNERS OF ELECTRIC TENDERS ARE PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF TECHNOLOGY AND AESTHETICS IN THEIR QUEST TO DELIVER ECO-FRIENDLY TENDERS TO SUPERYACHTS WORDS: MICHAEL HOWORTH

emand is growing for the marine industry to provide clean, quiet, and affordable alternatives to combustion engines for use in tenders. Experts in the field of clean energy are confident that the new breed of electric motors coming onto the market will satisfy both boat builders and end user requirements. As a result, there is an air of excitement among boatbuilders who believe clean and quiet alternatives are about to change the way tenders are built and used on board superyachts.

range as well as being easy to service and maintain on board the mothership. Without the need of water cooling systems or gearboxes and with their direct connection to shafts, electric tenders are, right now, at the cutting edge of technology. Several are now beginning to emerge onto the market that feature motor direction, throttle and navigation controls in one digital colour touch screen display that really look like the future has already arrived.

Electric engines are designed to be a direct replacement for a traditional diesel engine both in size and cost. Already several 48 volt DC electric motors, designed to replace small diesel engines are available for boats up to 10 metres and larger canal craft. Companies are manufacturing and marketing marinized chargers and inverter/chargers which, when working alongside lead acid and lithium batteries, complement and facilitate the use of electric motors to drive water jets and conventional propellers.

For those looking to reduce both noise and emissions, the affordable electric option offers really efficient and reliable electric that are sensible alternatives to the traditionally powered superyacht tender.

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Rim-driven and brushless motors capable of delivering more torque using less energy are becoming available to boat builders and with new lithium batteries capable of storing a higher charge from deep cycle charging which crucially can be repeatedly undertaken without damage, the electric boat scene is gathering momentum. One of the most recent breakthroughs in the world of electric

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motors, comes from Siemens who have designed a motor for the aeronautical industry that could well be adapted they say, for marine use. With a weight of just 50kg the motor delivers a continuous 260kW (348hp), at just 2,500rpm which is about five times more power than equivalent systems. With a new generation of digital controllers, managing the ebb and flow of energy with predictive intelligence and the fast development of battery technology, things are looking up. The Dutch manufacturer Mastervolt pioneered full-size 12 and 24 volt lithium-ion batteries for marine use. Their second generation, Ultra range are one third of the weight of an equivalent leadacid design and come with a claimed life cycle of at least 2,000 deep discharges. Complex electronic circuitry connecting each cell ensures perfect charge and discharge balancing, and guards against the risk of overcharging. Batteries employing the use of oxygen as one of the reagents are in development and could, be made for a fifth of the price and a fifth as light as lithium, and offer operation times five times

he SAY 29E currently holds the record as the fastest e-boat in the world (series production, 8-10 m). The 48kn fast and extremely seaworthy carbon composite construction is powered by a drive from Kreisel Electric, the most innovative supplier of e-mobility in Europe. A staggering 360 kilowatts provide the thrust for breathtaking acceleration and make the 29E the forerunner of a new generation of tenders and chaseboats. Her wavecutter bow and the sidewings of the ultra-light hull (at only 400kg) provide maximum stability and enable incredibly high speeds on all water conditions. Behind this special boat, the SAY brand and at the head of the shipyard is Karl Wagner, one of the most experienced carbon specialists in Europe. With his expertise Wagner raised the in-house quality standard and engineering at SAY to an automotive level and optimised the production.

Length 8.85m Beam 2.78m Engine Kreisel Top speed 48kn

Max engine capacity 360kW out put of 500hp Weight 1380kg www.saycarbon.com

longer. Graphenano based in Spain has developed a graphene polymer battery called the Grabat, which it claims is 33 per cent the weight of lithium ion and four times the energy density. These batteries can recharge 33 times faster than lithium ion, and retain over 80 per cent of their capacity. When it comes to powering yachts by electricity it would seem that the future is not far away. But what we do know is, that some of the electric tenders on offer are also pushing the boundaries of design aswell. ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 51

LEX BOATS

motorboat built with passion and a love of detail. If you have grown up with boats and have very high expectations for a motorboat of sophisticated technical design and at the same time competitive performance. Back in 2013, Nina and Christian Lex devoted themselves to the challenge: their own boat brand. A boat with style, elegance and individuality - modern with a sense of tradition, the unique eLex 610 and now the sporty and longer Lex 790 have arrived. In a short space of time the brand Lex Boats has become a large part of the electric boat scene. Specifications ELEX 610 Length 6.10m Beam 2.12m Draft 0.36mð ð ð ð ð ð ð ð Electric motor 4 - 60kW Max speed 43km/h Dry weight 570kg without engine Battery Lithium Mangan batteries www.elex-boats.com

BUDSIN

or over 25 years Budsin has been building some of the finest electric boats available. The boats are crafted one at a time by people who love their job. They range in size from 15 to 22 feet and their virtually silent operation provides hours of running time, with top speeds of five to seven knots. Conversations can be conducted at normal levels and the driver’s controls are convenient and unobtrusive, demanding very little attention. Handling is accurate and smooth, it will do a 180° in a boat length. Hand made by passionate and skilled craftsmen, so if you’re looking for something a little more subtle and special, give Budsin a call.

Specifications LIGHTNING BUG Lengthð 4.57m Beamð 1.3m Draftð ð0.38mð ð ð ð ð ð Electric motorð 0.7kw Max speedð 9.6 km/hr Batteryð 2 x 90 a/hr AGM main bank, 2 x 55 a/hr AGM optional reserve bank www.budsin.com

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X SHORE

his Swedish first class manufacturer of 100 percent electrical crafts, is leading the way in the marine industry with the market’s most modern e-boats. X Shore crafts are built and designed around three main pillars: design, technology and sustainability. The combination of speed and distance in an electric boat is what makes X Shore’s crafts unique. Today the boats reach top speeds of 40 knts and a fully charged battery can take you a distance of 100 nautical miles. The hydrodynamics is important for the technology to work. X Shore collaborates with Rolls Royce to test and develop the most advanced hull, shaft, propeller and rudder. Specifications EELEX 8000 Length 8m Beam 2.6m Draught 0.8m Weight 2200kg Charging 8h on 360 V, 12h on 220 V Top speed 40 knots Cruising speed 25 knots Max range 100 nautical miles in lower speeds www.xshore.com

Q-YACHTS

he innovative team behind Q-Yachts conceived the vision of bringing to the market a unique boat which offers the same experience of relaxed speed and silence, that sailing offers. Thanks to the innovative propulsion technology and the hydrodynamically optimised hull, the boat produces minimal noise and wake. The Q-Yachts concept represents yet another ncessary step in the evolution of boating - where the journey truly becomes the destination.

Specifications Q30 Length 9.3m Beam 2.2m Draft 0.6m Max speed 15 kts

Electric motor Oceanvolt AXC 20–20 kW Dry weight 1600kg Battery Oceanvolt 30kWh www.q-yachts.com

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The SAY 29E holds currently the record as the fastest e-boat in the world (series production, 8-10 m). The 48 kn fast and extremely seaworthy carbon composite construction "made in Germany" is powered by a drive from Kreisel Electric, the most innovative supplier of e-mobility in Europe. Nevertheless you can order your SAY29 also with a standard propulsion system. Either way - speed up with SAY!

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SCHAAF

he new Tender 15 is a superyacht tender with timeless modern style. In typical German fashion, it is uncompromising in terms of handling, ergonomics and functionality. SCHAAF have designed the ideal vessel for shuttling guests to and from the mothership and exploring idyllic bays. Probably the most striking feature are the runners, which have both a functional and aesthetic purpose. These allow the tender to be easily and safely placed on any garage platform without the need for expensive adjustments. This tender is very well positioned with a choice of jet propulsion or outboard. But with their sustainable approach, the Tender 15 is also available with an electric motor. Specifications TENDER 15 Length 4.50m Beam 2.00m Draft 0.38m Battery Kreisel / KBP60 E-jet ENGIRO 205W_16018_SSR Propulsion E - JET 50 KW www.schaaf-boats.com

VITA

ita Yachts was established in 2017, with the aim of bringing the latest in automotive technology and engineering to the marine world. Its team comprises a naval architect at the forefront of electric boat design, a head of production from the superyacht industry, and a head of power and performance who was formerly a key member of the Mercedes F1 Engines team. Vita has been a major sponsor of the Blue Marine Foundation since 2018, with a percentage of each boat sale committed to the conservation of the world’s oceans.

Specifications IX Length 8.99m Beam 2.49m Draught 0.40m Weight 4200kg Max speed 40knts Cruising 70km at 25knts

Propulsion 1 x UQM Powerphase Pro 220 Electric Motor, 1 x Alamarin AJ245 Water Jet Energy storage Kreisel 58.75kWh liquid cooled lithium ion battery www.vita-power.com

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RAND BOATS

he innovative Danish boat manufacturer RAND Boats offers 4 unique tender models ranging from 5.4m to 8.5m. Among the four models, the luxurious and sporty Supreme 27 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 and sports boat with its strong offshoring capabilities. The overwhelming space aboard the Supreme 27 culminates at the aft sun lounge which provides a remarkable queen size three-man bed. Whatever the purpose you are sure to arrive in style with one of the most trailblazing and sustainable boats on the market. Specifications°SUPREME 27 Length 8.40m Beam 2.55m Draft 0.35m Weight 1550kg Engine 10 – 110kW Top speed 25knts Cruising speed 19knts Max range 140nm www.randboats.com

BEAU LAKE

eau Lake’s Tahoe ’14 Electric°Runabout°combines the beauty and mystique of classic wooden boat aesthetics for today’s ecoconscious audience.°Co Founders, Lee Kline and Paul Lavoie, look back to the craftsmanship of bygone eras with tremendous respect and look to emulate that kind of quality in everything they craft. The self-draining electric boat consists of three primary construction components; the hull, cockpit liner and deck surface, while an ergonomically designed, hand-carved wooden tiller with joystick component steers its course. The°Runabout’s molded fibreglass body, inlaid maintenance-free veneer deck, compartmentalized cooler that contours to the boat°and beautifully finished stainless

steel castings and hardware invoke the essence of a Beau Lake state of mind. Added luxuries includes marine upholstered seating, Bluetooth speaker system and accent lightening. The luxury Electric Runabout is propelled by Torqeedo’s German engineered 2.0 PodDrive.

Specifications TAHOE Length 14’ Beam 5’ Draft 14” Max speed 7 knots

Electric motor Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 Dry weight 500lbs Battery Torqeedo 24-3500 lithium www.beaulake.com

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BODRUM CRUISING

Southern Cross Blue Cruising are specialists in gulet charters. Great hospitality, expert crew and flexible schedules - what else is needed

he Eastern Mediterranean is drawing custom away from the traditional milk runs of the western Med and for good reason. Charter visits to Turkey, with its incredibly diverse coastline and fascinating culture is growing year on year. However, as the sun sets over the hills with the background noise of the church bells, you’ll most likely find yourself in complete solitude.

DAY 1: BODRUM

Embarkation in Bodrum harbour around 4:00 pm. Welcome meeting on-board. Visit the various sites in Bodrum including the Museum of Underwater Archaeology located in the Crusader Castle. Stroll to the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World to see the remains of this fantastic monument. Dinner aboard the gulet overlooking the Bodrum harbour as the sun sets behind the castle. Overnight stay either in Bodrum harbour or a more secluded bay near by. DAY 2: KNIDOS TOWN

Cruise to the ancient town of Knidos for swimming and lunch. Wander amongst the ruins of Knidos Town, the only surviving city of the Dorian Hexapolis and a famous port and medical centre in antiquity. In the afternoon cruise towards the quaint town of Datça for an overnight stay either in the harbour or a bay close by. DAY 3: SERÇE BAY

Cruise to Serçe Bay for swimming and relaxing in one of the bays. This area has beautiful clear water and is great for snorkelling. Its strategic location as a shelter from harsh weather has resulted in many shipwrecks at its entrance, including one which is on display at the Museum of Underwater Archaeology in Bodrum. In the late afternoon, cruise to the large town of Marmaris with its cosmopolitan atmosphere and ample shopping. Spend the night in the harbour or in a nearby bay at anchor. 58 | SUMMER 2019 | ONBOARD

DAY 4: EKINCIK

Cruise to Ekincik for a not to be missed engaging tour of ancient Lycia, one of the highlights of a Blue Cruise. Embark upon a flat bottomed, local riverboat to visit the environmentally protected Dalyan Delta wetlands, with their beautiful tall reeds and diverse wildlife. Continue onto the ruins of Caunos, including the extravagant Lycian tombs carved directly into the cliff sides. Continue up the river and indulge in the famous mineral mud baths reputed to bring a rosy glow to the skin. On the return, visit Iztuzu beach, home to the Caretta Caretta loggerhead turtles. Spend the evening in Ekincik Bay. DAY 5: ÖLÜDENIZ

Early start for Ölüdeniz. (Cruising time approximately 5 hours.) Depending on the weather breakfast will be served en-route or the gulet will stop for breakfast in Ag Limani. Visit the famous Lagoon in Ölüdeniz and enjoy the beach which has all kinds of watersport facilities including hang gliding. In the late afternoon, cruise to Gemiler Island. Just fifteen minutes from Wall Bay, (once home to Byzantine pirates), the remains of an entire village are there to be explored, including mosaics uncovered in 1999 and a basilica. A wonderful place to swim and snorkel. Evening at anchor at Gemiler.

Southern Cross Blue Cruising offers a carefully chosen repertoire of private gulets for groups ranging from 2 to 20 persons. The success is founded on the standard of the crew, yacht and service, but especially value for money. The choice is always yours as the itinerary on the gulet is always flexible. When you discover an anchorage that you particularly love, then you can spend extra time there. At night, if you’re in the mood to groove, you might want to go ashore and enjoy local Turkish nightlife in Bodrum, Gocek or Marmaris. Or, you may prefer to fall asleep to the sounds of the sea in a quiet secluded cove whilst others party away nearby.

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DAY 6: FETHIYE GULF

Cruising the Fethiye Gulf anchoring in its many famous bays surrounded by pine forests with excellent swimming and relaxing. In the afternoon, enter Gocek harbour for strolling, sightseeing and shopping. Spend the night either in the harbour at centre or in a bay nearby. DAY 7: GÖCEK GULF

Leave Fethiye to enter the Göcek Gulf with yet more crystal clear bays for swimming and relaxing. In the late afternoon or evening after dinner, proceed to Göcek harbour where we anchor for the night, with disembarkation in the morning.

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Heading East

If you’re thinking of heading to the Eastern Med this summer season take time to visit one of these full service marinas Yalikaval Marina TURKEY€

s The Yacht Harbour Association’s 2018 Gold Anchor award owner in the superyacht marina of the year category Yalıkavak Marina welcomes yachts of all sizes with superyacht facilities. It has 640 berths for yachts up to 140m offering a dynamic lifestyle and unique privileges for boat owners and visitors. As Turkey’s first high-capacity mega yacht marina, Yalıkavak Marina mixes an idyllic location with superb amenities and technical services. The Marina hosts an open-air shopping mall with 106 brands, gourmet restaurants, bars, cafes, clubs, entertainment venues, plus award-winning hotels; Yalıkavak Marina Beach Hotel and Yalıkavak Marina Boutique Hotel, a Spa & Fitness Centre and variety of events and activities are on offer.

Limassol Marina CYPRUS

imassol Marina combines elegant residences and a full-service marina with an enticing mix of restaurants and shops. Located in the heart of a vibrant city. The marina development offers luxury apartments and exclusive villas with their own private berths or direct access to the beach offering a unique retreat complete with a spa and fitness club, leisure and cultural facilities. Since Limassol Marina’s opening in 2014, the marina has been changing the face of its most vibrant city, making history with each successful milestone. Located in the heart of Limassol and surrounded by a rich history and an international community, Limassol Marina offers 650 berths for yachts from 8m to 110m. A wide range of high-end restaurants and luxury boutiques complete the holistic lifestyle which comes with a home or superyacht in the development while a team of experienced professionals ensures the smooth running of all operations. The top-of-the-range spa and fitness club further enhances the range of activities and services available. 34°40’0N, 33°02’4E

Max draft 9m

No. of berths 650

VHF 12

Max length 110m

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37°6’27.69’N – 27°16’58.70’E

Max draft 12m

No. of berths 640

VHF 16 & 72

Max length 140m

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Lušticabay

MONTENEGRO

he first phase of Luštica Bay’s state-of-the-art marina has been successfully completed, and this world-class facility now offers 50 berths for boats up to 45m. The marina officially opened in August 2018 and has already achieved approximately 70% occupation. Seafarers can enjoy yacht assistance from a multilingual professional team and work on a host of exciting additional services is well under way. A fuel station and border crossing are planned as a part of the next stage of the marina development, with dry boat storage and a service centre for marina clients. The next phase of construction is expected to begin soon and will significantly increase the number of berths available. With the completion of the final phase, Luštica Bay’s marina will be able to accommodate 176 boats. For those who enjoy an active vacation, the marina’s renowned sailing school offers courses from IYT Worldwide – one of the world’s leading yacht training programmes. 42°23’00”N 18°40’00”E

Max draft 5m

No. of berths 50

VHF 68

Max length 45m

lusticabay.com

Marina of Agios Nikolaos CRETEÀ

well protected marina in all weather conditions, built to European standards and capable of accommodating up to 255 vessels up to a maximum of 70m. The various dry dock facilities for approximately 100 boats and technical services are professionally run and complemented by a 65 ton travel lift. The marina is located in the heart of the town and provides easy access to the centre of town, the main archaeological sites and other places of interest. This city is the perfect destination for charter guests interested in learning more about Greece and its history. Every summer the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos organises cultural events, music and dance events, theatrical performances, exhibitions and cultural shows. Plus, during the Naval week, artistic swimming, waterskiing and wind-surfing contests are organised. Location: 35°11.1’N/25° 43’ E

Max draft 8m

No. of berths 35

VHF 12

Max length 70m

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Kos Marina GREECE

os Marina is located one mile south east from Kos old harbour and offers 250 berths with mooring lines, water supply, electricity supply 220 & 380 V from 16 to 250 Amps, wifi, and satellite TV. The Kos Marina premises are patrolled 24 hours by guards with cctv covering the entire complex. All piers are equipped with fire stations with fire extinguishers, alarm system, fire hoses with both fresh and seawater circuit. All piers are equipped with emergency stations comprising lifebuoys, lifelines, emergency telephones and rescue ladders, a pilot speedboat, WC-showers, trolleys, parking lot, bilge pump out, sewerage pump out, waste oil disposal, refuse containers, fuel station. administration building with reception, authorities, info centre, meeting rooms and guests’ suites. There are local Bank ATMs, baggage storage and postal services, a shopping centre with cafeteriabistro, restaurant, supermarket. With a further boat yard, and a dry storage area adequate for 150 yachts, 100 ton Boat lift (ASCOM), 35 ton hydraulic trailer. The complete marina for guests and crew alike situated in crystal blue waters.

36° 53’ N 27° 18’ E

Max draft 5m

No. of berths 250

VHF 77

Max length 80m

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ACI Marina Split CROATIA

ith charming scenery, towering mountains, archaic castles and cultural delights, Croatia is fast becoming an increasingly popular destination for superyachts that are looking to cruising grounds further afield from the traditional French Riviera. Split in particular offers something unique and original for both guests and crew; whether it’s exploring Diocletian’s castle, walking the quaint cobbled streets, enjoying the vibrant nightlife or drinking cocktails from a rooftop bar with a view over the ancient city, it’s no surprise ACI Marina Split makes the list. The marina in Split is surrounded on almost

every side by a breakwater to protect it from the currents and strong southern winds, and on approach offers views of some of Croatia’s stunning architecture, including the tall bell tower of the Cathedral St. Domnius on Marjan Hill. Offering over 350 berths for superyachts up to 90m, the marina has been modernised in order to offer vessels the service they expect and deserve. 43°30.1’N/16°26.0’E

Max draft 5m

No. of berths 10

VHF 17

Max length 80m

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Karpaz Gate

NORTHERN CYPRUS

he unique 5 Gold Anchor Karpaz Gate Marina on the idyllic Karpaz Peninsula started the year by celebrating more award recognition following continued praise from its berth holders. The marina was again voted by boat owners as one of the world’s most popular Gold Anchor-accredited marinas in TYHA Marina of the Year Awards 2018/19. The full-service marina, which will launch an on-site luxury boutique hotel and spa in Spring 2020, achieves a high level of customer satisfaction due to the superior standard of its services, operations and leisure facilities. Offering a sanctuary for yachts and owners who are seeking to escape more crowded regions and avoid high levels of EU bureaucracy, the marina provides a safe, peaceful, tax-free and hassle-free home. It is the first private Port of Entry in Northern Cyprus and can allow entry at any time of day or night with advanced notice and is flexible on duration of stay. The on-site boatyard and Technical Centre can meet all your maintenance demands. N35° 33.5’ / E34° 13.6’

Max draft 5.5m

No. of berths 300

VHF 10 or 16

Max length 60m

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IC Cesme TURKEY

chic and vibrant marina village set in a natural harbour is sensitively integrated within the traditional maritime city of picturesque Cesme. Cesme Marina offers 400 fully serviced berths for yachts up to 60m where yacht owners can enjoy the classic mooring experience. Cesme Marina comes to life at night, when a vibrant, fun atmosphere pervades in the restaurants, cafes and bars along the promenade.ÀAs an ancient Mediterranean port, Cesme is a charming place to visit, a great base for wintering your yacht in Turkey and a perfect home port to explore the Islands of the Aegean - with the idyllic islands of Chios, and Lesbos in easy reach.ÀIts position at the tip of the Izmir peninsula provides convenient access to the Aegean Sea, with its estimated 300 vibrant islands as well as to the wider cruising grounds of the Mediterranean.ÀOn top of the luxury marina berths Cesme Marina has a fully serviced boatyard with an 80-ton travel hoist and a 20-ton boat mover as well as storage ashore for up to 100 yachts. Customs and Immigration offices are a short walk from the marina. The marina team at the Capitainerie will be pleased to advise on opening times and other formalities. Yachts entering Turkey are required to obtain a transit log (yacht cruising permit). When leaving Turkey, yachts should depart within 24 hours of clearing out.

38°19.2’N/26°18.1E

Max draft 5mÀ

No. of berths 400

VHF 72

Max length 60m

cesmemarina.com.tr

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ACT BEFORE YOUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE HACKED Simple and generic antivirus is no longer fit for purpose: a genuinely effective, multi-layered, maritime cyber security solution has to combine cyber awareness, network security and endpoint security. Words: Wayne Perks, Manager of Security Services, Inmarsat Maritime

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yber security, or the lack of it, is often portrayed as a pivot point upon which the smooth running of contemporary society is precariously balanced. There can be little doubt that it legitimately represents one of the most fundamental concerns of our times, considering that the integrity of everything from business-critical services and sensitive personal data to asset monitoring, transport network infrastructure and even political processes is now entirely contingent upon the impregnability of online networks. Maritime cyber security naturally presents its own set of specific challenges. Cyberattackers have been characteristically quick to exploit vulnerabilities in this sector, leading to threats not just on individual vessel systems, but also sophisticated, enormously damaging ransomware attacks on multinational shipping conglomerates. In the superyacht sector alone, the statistics make for sobering reading. In a poll conducted for Inmarsat’s 2018 Superyacht Connectivity Report, almost 40% of respondents admitted that their onboard cyber security regime merely consisted of a basic firewall. Combine this in the bigger picture with the 2017 findings of FutureNautics’ Ship Operators Cyber Security Survey, in which 39% of respondents reported a cyberattack on their vessels’ onboard systems within the last 12 months, and it becomes obvious that cyber resilience remains an issue that entire swathes of the seafaring community urgently need to engage with. At its most basic level, the initial problem may be one of perception. The assumption among superyacht skippers and crew has often appeared to be that a standard antivirus programme will cover all their cyber security requirements. Not unreasonably, many are drawn to the idea of a one-shot easy fix, a silver bullet that will discreetly seal off their systems for good – job done. There is, of course, no such thing, and infallible, 100% cyber security is a hopeful concept at best; so it’s important to acknowledge that an in-depth cyber defence incentive consisting of multiple layers is by some distance the most effective approach to adopt for achieving far higher security.

It is for this reason that Inmarsat developed its Fleet Secure Portfolio, which consists of three services – Fleet Secure UTM (Unified Threat Management), which is a comprehensive set of tools designed to continuously inspect, detect and protect the vessel’s network; Fleet Secure Endpoint, a powerful multi-layered endpoint security solution to prevent attacks whilst removing infections and threats throughout the onboard endpoints; and Fleet Secure Cyber Awareness, cyber security training specifically targeted for seafarers, raising awareness to assist in preventing threats before they get on board. Each service is separate, so customers can opt to choose one of the three, or deploy all of them. The Fleet Secure Portfolio actively seeks to maintain a secure system core by ringing it with this three-pronged defence strategy combining network security, awareness and training, and endpoint security. Generic antivirus software only has antispyware and anti-phishing capabilities, and will only work if the most recent update version is installed. Updates often need to be actioned on a daily basis, and with modern attack vectors encompassing methods to bypass antivirus there can still be no guarantee to catch every form of malicious software. However, in order to fulfill its brief, Fleet Secure Endpoint has to encompass a raft of additional duties including ransomware prevention, botnet protection, network monitoring, web control, multi-engine scanning, endpoint health status and threat alerting, and the provision of a full asset inventory – software, hardware and so on. Clearly, a proactive means of detecting, alerting and reporting ever-more insidious and cunning methods of cyberattack is key to staying ahead of the curve. The Fleet Secure Endpoint solution is designed to spot new nodes on the network or malign encryption attempts: the solution instantly informs users of any anomalous activity which deviates from the ‘known good’ configuration while simultaneously barring access to all files on the device, segregating the affected part of the system so that other systems aren’t impacted. In purely practical terms, another attractive aspect of the solution is that it places little surplus demands on contracted

Inmarsat’s 2018 Superyacht Connectivity Report revealed almost 40% of respondents admitted that their onboard cyber security regime merely consisted of a basic firewall bandwidth and requires no extra outlay on hardware. Operating via high-speed broadband connectivity, it determines external attacks including, crucially, malware which may have been introduced into the vessel’s local area network by accident. It has been estimated that 95% of maritime cyberattack incidents are caused by simple human error. The entire network can be compromised by crew members downloading from unreliable sources, unknowingly plugging infected USB sticks into operational IT equipment (navigational equipment and engine monitoring systems, etc), or even merely charging their vape pens through USB ports. The belief that devices which carry no data are impervious to infection is, sadly, untrue. And on this topic, superyacht crews need to be made aware that tech items such as drones, smart TVs and music systems are also vulnerable. Preventing accidental cyber security breaches such as these before they can occur is a central pillar of the Fleet Secure ideology. The first line of defence is to encourage best practice through detailed guidelines, appropriate training and strict adherence to designated processes (including the regular changing of system passwords and Wi-Fi access codes). To this end, Inmarsat has collaborated with the Marine Learning Alliance and management consultants Stapleton International to devise Fleet Secure Cyber Awareness – a dedicated cyber security training regime to enlighten crews and captains about the many ways through which the onboard IT infrastructure can become compromised. Forewarned is forearmed...

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SAILING REDEFINED Marseille in September is the place to be for the final of the inaugural grand-prix America’s Cup-style series Words: Sue Pelling

ir Russell Coutts and Larry Ellison’s new, highprofile, grand-prix league known as SailGP looks set to challenge the America’s Cup (ACC).

By extracting all the positive elements learned from their experiences from the ACC, Coutts (three-time America’s Cup-winning skipper), and Ellison (businessman and two-time America’s Cup winner) have come up with a simple, easy to follow global professional racing format. Crucially, this World Sailing-sanctioned event has given the ACC boys the opportunity to start afresh, exploit their passion for commercial development of competitive sailing, and produce what they expect to be a thrilling, new, fan-centric grand prix racing circuit that ‘redefines’ sailing. The original idea of this five-event, grand prix series, launched last October at a glitzy affair in London, was to feature six national teams on identical superfast, wingsailed F50s foiling catamarans and wow the crowds with intensely competitive, high-speed inshore racing. In short, Coutts and Co hoped to bring the sport of sailing closer to fans and spectators than ever before. With two events having already taken place this year – Sydney, and San Francisco – and the fan base building on a daily basis, it is a case of ‘so far, so good’ for SailGP. Momentum is also building for the remaining three acts – New York, Cowes, UK, and the grand final in Marseille, France where a $1 million is up for grabs in the single match-race final between top two teams. ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 69

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After two full days of intense racing at the most recent event in San Francisco, the Australia SailGP Team helmed by Olympic gold medalist Tom Slingsby, took the top honour by just one point from the Japanese SailGP Team. Australia now lead the series by two points overall going into the gruelling third event. San Francisco Bay certainly lived up to its reputation for this event by delivering spectacular conditions to allow the thrilled fans a ‘courtside’ seat to witness all the thrills and spills of this sort of racing with speeds of over 45 knots recorded just off the shore. Commenting on the progress of SailGP in the run-up to the third act in New York, Coutts (SailGP CEO) told Onboard, “San Francisco was everything we hoped it would be. It provided a spectacular backdrop for our US debut, a fantastic challenge for our world-class athletes and an exciting spectacle for the fans. All the teams have really stepped up a gear and it shows what effect the open access to data is having on the teams’ performance. It’s certainly going to make the next event in New York even more exciting.” THE BOAT The F50 is a redesigned, supercharged incarnation of the AC50, which was used for the 35th America’s Cup in 2017. Developed by pioneering technicians and engineers at Core Builders Composites in New Zealand, these super-fast wing-sail cats are, given ideal conditions, expected to break the prized 50-knot (60mph/100kph) barrier. Coutts added, “We are aiming to be pioneers of new technologies and boat design and, with every crew on the same groundbreaking F50 catamaran, this isn’t a tech arms race, rather the ultimate test to establish the best sailing team in advanced foiling catamarans.”

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F50 SPECS LOA 15m (49.2ft) Beam 8.8m (29ft) Wing height 24m (78.7ft) Sailing weight 2,400kg (2.4tons) The final in Marseille – 18-22 September will feature a winner-takes-all, $1 million championship match race between the season’s top two teams to conclude three days of racing. The plan is for practice racing on 18-19 September, followed by three fleet races on 20 September, three fleet races on 21 September, then a further two fleet races capped off with a feature match-race finale between the season’s top-two teams on 22 September. Racing

in Marseille will take place in the Rade Nord, outside the famous Old Port of Marseille with daily racing from 1400-1600. REMAINING 2019 EVENT SCHEDULE Cowes, UK (10-11 August) Marseille, France (20-22 September) COMPETING TEAMS United States Great Britain China Japan France Australia

SUPERYACHT PROGRAMME SailGP has partnered with BWA Yachting, a leading marine agency services company, to manage and deliver SailGP Adrenaline Yachts – a premium superyacht experience for the new global sports championship final in Marseille. For those who want to witness the intense, high-speed races from the comfort of their own superyacht, SailGP Adrenaline Yachts membership grants a premium position on the racecourse perimeter in a designated superyacht viewing area. Contact Laura Esteve at l.esteve@bwayachting.com

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SOLID RIDE FROM CHASE BOATS, SKI OR UTILITY BOATS TO CREW TENDERS AND SOLAS TENDERS, THE DESIGN AND VERSATILITY OF THE MODERN RIGID INFLATABLE HAS GONE FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH

RIBEYE

ounded in Dartmouth in the 90s, this family run business is now controlled by its second generation who are developing and evolving the brand, but are keeping the company’s core values that have driven the success of Ribeye within the superyacht tender market. Ribeye have an impressive list of superyacht clients with its project management team able to assist in custom lifting points and solutions for any lifting arrangement whether you are looking to store the tender in a garage, on the deck or through a towing system. Their experience in tailoring each RIB solution to the mothership allows for seamless integration by offering CAD drawings and renderings throughout the process to ensure the design, performance and fit are perfect. Ribeye specialise in providing high performance tenders that are dry, smooth and stable whilst finished to an extremely high level. Their diesel inboard and petrol outboard tender range is from 5-10m with a SOLAS and Beachlander range from 6-8m. Deck layouts have a large degree of customisation, but broadly fit into three categories: rugged explorer yacht specification, utility-based crew tenders and luxurious guest tenders. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1803 832060 or visit www.ribeye.co.uk

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RIB–X°SOLAS RANGE

ritish RIB designers and manufacturers, Rib-X, have been actively involved in research, development and design of rigid inflatable boats since 2003. Lead by Colin Baldwin, a former Research and Design Engineer at Jaguar Cars who has an eye for the finer detail. He has embedded and embodied the values of innovative design and exceptional quality at Rib-X. Clients are actively encouraged to participate in the design process. Owners are able to visit their fully equipped manufacturing facility, where they can view at first hand the construction of their commissioned RIB. The Rib-X SOLAS range is probably the world’s largest. Their leading edge designs are developed by the same in-house design team responsible for their extensive bespoke superyacht portfolio. Innovation, safety and quality is integral in all SOLAS designs, available as RIBS and hard boats, with some very interesting leading edge D tubing designs, means that safety can still be styled. ° For more details Tel: +44 (0)116 247 7017° or visit www.rib-x.co.uk°

XTENDERS

ach Xtender is designed and built to meet the unique needs and preference of their clients, closely matching their yachts. Xtenders stands for excellence in manufacturing and worldwide support. Starting each project with a blank sheet of paper, they offer fully custom tenders ranging from 6m up to 16m. They build light and durable tenders, made exclusively from carbon fibre.°Xtenders accomplishes this lightweight philosophy by constructing their complete tenders in pre-preg carbon fibre which is cured in an autoclave. A production technology known

from Formula 1 and the aerospace industry, which provides the optimal structural performance while keeping the weight to a minimum. Assembly and completion of each tender is done in house in Almere, The Netherlands. Assembly, drive train installation, electrical and hydraulic installation, painting, and testing are performed there by the best Dutch craftsmen under the supervision of design and engineering teams to ensure perfection.

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RAFNAR LEIFTUR 1100

he ultimate in modern ‘new technology’ yacht tenders, RAFNAR’s Leiftur 1100 offers the long sought-after stability, speed, safety, and sea-keeping required within the demands of global cruising and exploration, providing remarkable comfort-atsea for owners and guests, and a solid working platform for crew operating under duress in often challenging situations. The unique and patented ÖK Hull from Iceland provides a displacement-type motion and passage through the water at high speed above 40 knts in moderate to large seas with very little bounce-and-slam, and with

very little fatigue experienced by guests and crew after long hours at sea from the mothership during exploration trips. The Leiftur 1100 series has been lauded by owners, brokers and basically anyone that’s been luckily enough to experience a test drive. Rafnar and its hull technology will remain a benchmark for radical changes for some time to come in the RIBs market, and Rafnar will continue to develop further models built on this very successful vessel. For more details Tel: +34 659 011 071 or visit www.rafnar.is

EXTENDER

xtender are the first folding tenders with a rigid keel made of rubber and fibreglass designed to occupy less space on board and to offer more space (within the tender) once unloaded to water. They fold up easily in less than 2 minutes thanks to the patented closing system and are totally customisable in colours, finishing, accessories and lengths. They are engineered for a complete range of uses, from the biggest model EXT 645 (4,05 folded), EXT 610 (3.90m once folded), EXT 560 and EXT 520 (3.30 folded) and the family EXT 430/460/490 (2,70 m – 3.30m folded) also available in version S with a min. height of 0.85m at aft and 0.95m at bow thanks to an innovative engine rotation system. The Extender family also offers a hydro-jet engine model, the EXT 640 Idro (4.30m folded). Finally, the special shape of the vertical prow gives the tender a longer water line (about 95% of the overall length), enabling it to glide easily on the water even with a low power engine. This increases the comfort and safety during navigation. For more details Tel:+39 0375968490 or visit www.tender-extender.com

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X-CRAFT R7XX BEACHLANDER

he X-Craft R7xx Beachlander range offers the most multipurpose yacht tender solution between 7m and 8m. The tender can be employed to serve as many purposes for a superyacht tender. The open deck layout provides a spacious interior, enabling the tender to act as a comfortable people carrier, offering seating for up to 12 passengers + 1 crew during ship to shore transfers. Boarding and disembarking is safe and easy with the sturdy boarding stairs and railing on starboard as well as with the in-house developed fold out bow steps for beach landings. The tender’s drivetrain delivers ample power for water sports with either the ski tow eye or the removable carbon fibre wakeboard pole. Other bespoke amenities include a fresh water tank with shower system, a tailor-made rain/spray dodger for the forward section, a custom made removable bimini top, sturdy boarding poles at all access points including the swim ladder, fender storage inside the leaning bolster, valuables storage under the steering console with charging points for smart phones and a refrigerator incorporated in the starboard boarding stairs. For more details Tel: +31 229 218 423 or visit www.xcraft.nl

OSPREY VIPERMAX LEISURE 8.0

he Bruuge Marine Center present a brand new leisure line in the Osprey range. Osprey is already well known for its ‘No nonsense, heavy duty’ Ribs for the hard user with a basic deck layout which is really popular for sports people, divers, fishers and rescue customers. But now Osprey has designed a new line-up with a family friendly and luxury deck. These new models of 6.8, 7.3 or 8.00m are based on the popular Vipermax-hull, but they have a practical and spacious deck, a streamlined console with tinted screen (Seasport), a sundeck with integrated storage at the

bow, an engine well with a comfortable bench and huge storage space. It comes with 2 jockey seats as standard, but other seating arrangements are possible as an option. In other words despite this new design of a familiar deck, it’s still possible to make a custom built RIB with the colours and seats of your choice to match the mothership. Now you can build your own Osprey tender with complete confidence. For more details Tel: +32 (0)50/31.35.87 or visit www.bruggemarinecenter.com ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 75

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L.O.A. open

EXT 645 EXT 610

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Beam O.A.

Min. height closed

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4,05 m

2,30 m

1,32/1,48 m

6,10 m

4,05 m

2,30 m

1,32 m

EXT 560

5,60 m

3,30 m

2,10 m

1,23 m

EXT 520

5,20 m

3,30 m

2,10 m

1,23 m

EXT 490

4,92 m

3,30 m

1,82 m

1,10 m*

EXT 460

4,62 m

3,00 m

1,82 m

1,00/1,10 m*

EXT 430

4,32 m

2,70 m

1,82 m

1,00/1,10 m*

* S version: 0,85 m (at aft)/0,95 m (at bow)

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ACS dedicated the Rebel 47 to those who live the sea as a state of mind. To those who know how to make it theirs, can challenge it and take it to its limits. Well if you go for the three 350hp Mercury Verado package, you’ll see what they mean. It vessel has a relatively clean appearance, yet delicately shows off its image of being a bit of a rebel. Its innovative technology, which derives from an in-depth study of technologies applied in the fields of the military and rescue services, evolves and powers all the qualities of this world class RIB. And just because it’s a bit of an animal doesn’t mean that it can‘t satisfy the more delicate owners with its luxury seating arrangements, below deck amenities and all-round sexy appearance. The finishing touches are typically Italian with nice touches of leather here and there. If you’re looking for a head turned as you approach the quayside, consider the Rebel. She’s a monster with just enough class to delight any owner or charter guest. For more details Tel: +39 0396 88 54 89 or visit www.sacsmarine.it

TECNORIB PIRELLI J45

he tender range PIRELLI brand has been designed, conceived and manufactured by Tecnorib for the use on yachts of various sizes. Starting in 2017, the relationship between Tecnorib and Pirelli, managed within the Pirelli Design project, whose goal, in line with the focus of Pirelli Group on the prestige and premium car segments, is to increase the equity of the PIRELLI brand by developing specific design projects to offer unique, iconic and one-of-a-kind products. Today, Tecnorib has the mission to offer demanding expert owners and crew a rigid inflatable tender in the range between 3 to 19 metres, built entirely in Italy and featuring

high performance, maximum quality detailed fine design. Equipped with jet or stern drive engines, the TecnoRib PIRELLI J tenders have a reduced height to perfectly fit the yachts’ garages, combining handiness and ease of use with the pleasure of high-performance. Attention is paid to the smallest detail, from boarding ergonomics to finest components for a total comfort under the sun or through the sea breeze. The exclusive design allows full customisation, to match the feeling of the master boat. For more details Tel: +39 (0)2 72080357• or visit www.tecnorib.it ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 77

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CAUSE AND EFFECT Voyonic’s Neil Carrington looks at how Brexit and social security will affect employment in the yachting industry?

rexit is a matter of great uncertainty and yet it is likely that it will have a huge impact on all of our lives in one way or another. Below we have summarised the recent events of Brexit and look specifically at how it will affect the global employment industry including superyacht crews. Firstly, when will the UK actually leave the EU? Following numerous meetings between the UK government and EU representatives, Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union was moved from April 2019 to October 2019. We are still awaiting some indication of what Brexit will mean in terms of social security, particularly following the collapse of Theresa May’s much-maligned Withdrawal Agreement, which would effectively have preserved the status quo for a couple of years. Currently, EU social security is co-ordinated under EC 883/2004 and related legislation. However, the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the common market, including the free movement of labour, will mean this may no longer apply.

In an announcement in April 2019, HMRC stated baldly that if there was no deal, then international workers and/or their employers could have to pay contributions in two states, depending on any agreements those countries had outside the EC 883/2004 framework. HMRC went on to state that the UK government was working on reciprocal agreements with other EU states to ensure cover until at least 31 December 2020. Prevailing opinion is that existing reciprocal agreements, such as those currently covering the Channel Islands and/or Isle of Man, will be relied upon. It is notable however, that there are no agreements of this kind with many of the EU states. It is also notable that some of these agreements apply only to nationals of the agreement states, unlike the EU provisions which were based on residence. A South African national resident in France, for example, would not be covered under the pre-existing France-UK agreement. With such a diverse workforce in the industry, serving aboard UK and EU flagged vessels, management of social security liabilities is not going to get any easier.

Voyonic Crewing Limited based in Guernsey have been providing global employment solutions to the marine industry for over 10 years. As part of a global payroll alliance, with associated businesses in the UK and Malta, specialising in legal, tax and social security, they genuinely believe that they have the solution for most employment situations. To find out more about the services Voyonic offer visit www.voyonic.com You can contact a member of our team on +44(0)1481 711828 or email enquiries@voyonic.com

It also seems highly likely that European and British authorities alike will take a greater interest in mobile workers within the marine industry as a whole. We strongly recommend that anyone concerned about their position contact a professional advisor and ensure that their payroll provider really can handle the modern marine employment environment. Voyonic have highly-qualified individuals on the Board who are well-versed in the tax and regulatory environment from a corporate perspective as well as marine specialist areas such as MLC compliance, Quality Management, seafarer tax and social security. This is a complicated area and expert advice is needed.

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THE NEED FOR FIRST RATE YACHT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE HAS NEVER BEEN GREATER WITH SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY BEING THE MOST IMPORTANT AREAS TO COVER ALLOWING THE CREW TO RUN AN EFFICIENT YACHT AND BUSINESS WORDS: CLAIRE GRIFFITHS

ome of us will remember the bell pull in the salon that tinkled in the kitchen and summoned the maid to her mistress. Or the orders barked from the bridge. It wasn’t all that long ago. And few now navigate by the stars except to relive the romance of olden days. In their distant past, some yacht captains did work that way: but whether they remember it nostalgically or with a sense of nausea, the digital age pounced fast and fearsomely and systems on superyachts changed lightening quick. And they’re not finished yet: This month ONBOARD magazine consults the systems experts to find out what’s new and crucial to run a tip-top-tight and safe ship.

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If the barking orders and the bell pulls are finished, any management system still needs to be as simple as possible for all the crew to use, not just the engineers, suggests David Clarke at Superyacht Operating Systems (SOS). It should allow the crew to enter and update their own details and upload certificates, whether they’re on board or ashore. And it should have a built-in verification process for the captain or purser to monitor. All data entered should seamlessly populate crew lists, digital In/Out Board, Vacation Tracker, Hours of Rest, Familiarisation, Muster List, and so on without the need to re-enter duplicate data. “Lastly,” says Clarke, “all this information needs to be accessible to the

DEEP BLUE SOFT With an install base of more than 150 yachts and 1,500 users DEEP Blue has become a market reference in the new generation of yacht management software. Developed in collaboration with yachting professionals, DEEP Blue is a fully integrated solution which covers 100% of the yacht operations through different modules: finance, technical maintenance, human resources management, crew & yacht documents, ISM & Charter. DEEP Blue provides unique secured synchronization technology between on board and the master server ashore, allowing a fluid and efficient ship to shore communication. obtain approvals from management and owner reps remotely, follow safety procedures and access 100% of yacht data from any device (PC, Mac, iPad or mobile phone) to control all your yacht operations. For more details email: dbs-info@deepbluesw.com or visit www.deepbluesw.com

shore-based fleet manager for compliance with the relevant codes, transparency, and general vessel management.” Charlotte Proth at Rosemont Monaco SAM adds that any Safety Management System, paper or digital is only as effective as its users, so training and familiarisation and a strong safety culture are key to ensuring an effective management system. She says, “With any software system there is a risk of creating a tick-box mentality so it’s important for us as a company to work with captains to create a positive safety attitude on board.” The system also needs to be proven effective under pressure and in every circumstance points out Tobias Allebrodt at IDEA Data. “While onboard, crew should be able to access the system totally offline in case there is no internet connection available. This implies a reliable technology for data synchronisation between the YachtPand the Management Server,” says Gregoire Hardi from Deep Blue Soft.

ALL THIS INFORMATION NEEDS TO BE ACCESSIBLE TO THE SHORE-BASED FLEET MANAGER FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE RELEVANT CODES, TRANSPARENCY, AND GENERAL VESSEL MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENT The management system is best implemented during the build process or as soon as possible after purchase. Rosemont spend 2-3 days on board each vessel providing the captain and crew with familiarisation and training in the Safety Management System both from a practical and regulatory perspective. Crew also have continual access to software support.

BE SAFE “Crew and guest general safety starts with the correct application of onboard procedures, whether or not the yacht is under mini or full ISM with a well structured Safety Management Manual in place,”Psays Hardi. Deep Blue procedures are organised and accessible to all crew through a central platform (Deep Blue DashPBoard). All authorised crew membersPcan access all safety procedures in real timePfrom any device during the yacht operations with guests onboard. Crew in charge can be reminded automatically of scheduled procedures, drills, check lists, using the ISM or PMs Deep Blue module. The SOS platform removes the time delay typically associated with non-automated systems and provides the captain and fleet manager with real-time knowledge so they can address safety concerns immediately. Digital crew and guest In/Out Boards

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MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

ROSEMONT YACHT MANAGEMENT RYS LIVE is Rosemont Yacht Management’s bespoke digital cloud-based document management system providing seamless on-line and off-line management of the yacht’s certification, documentation and records. RYS LIVE has been designed to reduce and streamline administrative tasks on board saving time and space, allowing the yacht to run a truly paperless ISM system. In addition to standard ISM Management components, RYS Live has dedicated custom-built modules for risk management, hours of rest, crew & guest lists, crew & yacht certificates, and planned maintenance. Each user has the ability to fill and submit forms, checklists and reports accessible directly from any computer, iPad or phone. For more details Tel: +44 (0)207 117 0148 or visit www.yachtownership-solutions.com/en

integrate with the Muster Roll so that the captain can easily see who is on board and who needs to muster in the event of an emergency. Says Clarke, “The Total Superyacht’s data-rich environment enables the captain and manager to know which deck most accidents occur on across an entire fleet, or the average number of days it takes each vessel to complete a non-conformity report, or understand which positions exceed their HOR. So captains and managers can see what areas require attention in order to continually improve safety for crew and guests.”

ANY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM STILL NEEDS TO BE AS SIMPLE AS POSSIBLE FOR ALL THE CREW TO USE, NOT JUST THE ENGINEERS Rosmont’s RYS Live system is similarly populated with several safety related forms and checklists, risk assessments and operating procedures as well as tools for monitoring planned maintenance and crew hours of rest.

EVOLVE Already super-complex and super-effective, operating systems are constantly tweaked for safety and service improvements. One example is the SOS Total Superyacht’s guest In/Out Board (operated by crew) that doubles as a security measure to identify guest movements with a time stamp and activity selection. This helps the captain confidently answer an owner’s question such as, “Do you know where my daughter is?” ° SOS also provides a Luxe Knowledge Centre that crew can access and find verified information about everything related to guest service: silver service, cocktail recipes, barista procedures, laundry care and guest personal care as well as expert information on the care of all the luxury surfaces typically found on superyachts (teak, marble, crystal, brass, paint, etc).

IDEA are soon to release software for boats of 30-45 metres. It will allow a 360° management view and can see shortcomings (due certificates, trainings, etc.) in advance for the vessel even in a heavy charter season. Rosemont has recently launched an interactive Risk Management module to its software which means crew are guided through the Risk Management process step-by-step resulting in a workable plan for managing risk on board. The software also allows crew to register and monitor their hours of work and rest which is viewable by the captain and shoreside management. Over the last two years Deep Blue Soft has been developing the ISM module for full ISM or mini ISM yachts. Explains Hardi, “The challenge was to integrate such a complex module into our management system/platform, from which crew,°managers, DPA or owners’ Reps can switch in one click from purchase orders, to payrolls, to safe manning, technical maintenance, to ISM procedures.°The system also uses our unique real time ‘Ship to Shore’ communication system and data synchronisation between the onboard server and master server ashore.°This has drastically changed life onboard for mainly officers and pursers, but also for other crew members, offering each user with a professional work frame they can°rely on every day.”

AND EVOLVE AGAIN It’s the experience and complex know-how of the operating system companies that make the products so slick but simple to use. But that’s not all. As Tobias Allebrodt points out: he chooses to listen to yacht crew and not second guess. “We try to develop for our customers solutions they tell us they want to use instead of thinking, German like, what we think they might want.”

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MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

VOLY Yacht Accounting the Modern Way. The only multicurrency accounting and payments platform with a fully integrated prepaid card designed specifically for the yachting industry. Voly is tailored to all clients connecting ship to shore simultaneously with a customised reports suite for dedicated users all with data security at its core. Voly utilises the latest technologies in the form of a mobile crew app for expense reporting online and offline, coupled with an integrated prepaid MasterCard. The prepaid card ensures all transactions are recorded directly into Voly, meaning no more monthly reconciliation! The Voly integrated payments platform allows administrators to pay suppliers directly through the accounting platform alongside access to operational accounts for full financial management; one system for all your needs. For more details Tel: + 44 (0)7968 123015 or visit www.voly.co.uk SOS are currently beta testing their latest creation: a digital Guest Preference Database. It can be used as a stand-alone product or integrated with any of the Luxe, vessel management or ISM products. It completely removes the need for handwritten preference sheets and the cumbersome scanning, emailing and printing process that entails. Guests are sent an invitation from the yacht and they can complete and submit their preferences on their phone, tablet or computer.

Says Hardi, “Our clients appreciate the automatic software upgrades they all benefit from’every three months, knowing that we continuously develop Deep Blue to match the best yachting standards,’working in collaboration with yachting professionals for yacht operators. Our community of users and clients is very demanding but this is what challenges us every day and this is what has’made Deep Blue successful in this niche market.” Nowadays everything is right there ready at the push of a button and perhaps the day of a fully automated crew-free superyacht is not that far off in the future. But where would be the fun in that? The important thing to recognise is that in the past, on board technology in these departments has perhaps been behind those of similar businesses ashore. I’m sure the global 5 star hotel chains have had interior management systems, predictive maintenance systems and all-in-one accountancy systems for many years. It’s just taken the yachties a little time to adopt these practices but perhaps the techies have only just discovered that our industries needs these practices. Or did they think that an industry with a little over 5,000 targets wasn’t worth the investment? What ever the reason, it’s here and it is definitely improving life on board for the crew and guests. It will definitely become a larger part of the business, but maybe, just maybe, it will allow you sailors to get back to what you do best.

TOTAL SUPERYACHT Unlike the average Planned Maintenance System (built by engineers for engineers), Total Superyacht is a comprehensive Vessel Management System catering to the needs of every department on board. Its ground breaking design has a fresh approach and functions in the ways crew really need. The founders, of Superyacht Operating Systems (made up of veteran yacht crew and well established as the industry’s leading standard operating procedure experts), collaborated for three years with some of the most respected management companies and DPAs to ensure that the built-in one-of-a-kind all inclusive digital compliance solution would be an industry standout. Its first rate features also include the ability to work offline. For more details email app@SuperyachtOS.com or visit www.TotalSuperyacht.com

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

THE INGREDIENT... CALAMARI What is calamari? Calamari is a culinary term used to refer to squid as food. In Italian, calamari (plural for calamaro) can be used in reference to the animal and squid versions of food. Where does calamari come from? Squid exist in every ocean and sea (with the exception of the Black Sea) and half of the total global squid consumption occurs in Japan, where is it called Ika. Are calamari healthy? Squid is mostly protein, with small equal percentages of fat and carbohydrates. It's healthy, low-calorie protein rich in zinc, niacin, and vitamin B12. Though all around a very healthy ingredient, squid does have a high cholesterol count like shrimp. The cooking method can drastically impact how healthy it is once served - breading and frying calamari rings transforms it into a food that's high in carbohydrates, fats, and calories.

WHY DON'T A REALLY GOOD YOU TRY... BARBECUE SPICE

IT'S A THING...AJI AMARILLO This yellowish chilli from Peru combines fruity flavours with a punchy heat. It’s considered one of the defining ingredients in Peruvian cuisine and plays a major part in many ceviche recipes as well as a sauce for everything from chicken to potatoes.

THE SALT LICK DRY RUB Originating from Austin Texas this classic dry rub is a secret combination of sea salt, pepper, cayenne and garlic powder. Just get the meat straight out of the packing, rub, leave for 10 minutes and slap on the BBQ. SCOTTS BARBECUE SAUCE This spicy old family recipe from Goldsboro in North Carolina is sugar free, fat free and remains a closely guarded secret. Spiced up just a little back in 1946, shake well and apply liberally.

AVAILABLE IN CANNES It's time to ditch your corkscrew. Canned wine isn't just a passing fad

COOK'S TIP Are your soft herbs slightly past their best or wilted? Whizz them with olive oil and freeze in an ice cube tray for instant flavour-packed fixes to finish soups, steaks and stir-fries.

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Roasted tea leaves are ground at a slow speed using traditional granite slabs until it is a fine powder. This tea has been developed specifically to be made with milk (either dairy or plant-based) and can be simply mixed with cold milk, whisked with warm milk, or made as a shot with textured milk like a latte. In cold milk the tea tastes uncannily like chocolate milkshake with a lot of natural sweetness from the roasting, and a comforting malt-drink flavour.

THE UNCOMMON BACCHUS

NICE PALE ROSÉ IN A CAN

MOST WANTED PINOT GRIGIO

The 2018 bubbly white is made from the Bacchus grape. It is crisp, dry, and lightly sparkling, offering delicate notes of pear, grapefruit and elderflower. Perfect for a jolly good natter.

Lively, crisp, dry and seriously drinkable, this classically styled French pale rosé is from the Languedoc-Roussillon region; dry and crisp with hints of dried strawberries.

The ever popular Pinot Grigio grape is now available with fizz! This lightly sparkling Pinot Grigio hails from Hungary, (really...) It is fresh with a peachy hint.

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FOOD & DRINK

3 QUICK SUMMER COCKTAILS They need to refresh as well as pack a punch. These cooling mixes will hit the hot spot

RASPBERRY CAIPIRINHA

After 8 years working in kitchens around the world from hotels to Michelin rated restaurants, Sergio now finds himself in the galley on the high seas

What is your favourite dish to cook? Honestly seafood in any way, from fish to shells and shrimps makes me smile. It reminds me a lot of my childhood when living in Venezuela and having the Caribbean so close. What is your favourite restaurant? By far I would say Osteria Francescana in Modena Italy has my heart as it was a full experience on top of a great meal . What is your favourite kitchen gadget? It has to be the thermomix, due to the range of recipes that can be accomplished with it plus the precise cooking with temperatures makes it a not to be missed for me. Where do you think is the best city in the world for food? Giving my travels through Asia I have to say that for the moment it is Hong Kong giving not only the local flavours but also the amazing international ones, it reminds me of happy times and great food altogether.

Put 6 raspberries, 1/2 tsp brown sugar and 2 lime quarters in a tumbler, then pound with the end of a rolling pin. Add 3 fresh mint leaves and bash briefly. Fill the glass with crushed ice, then pour over 50ml cachaça. Stir and top with 3 mint leaves and 3 raspberries.

ELDERFLOWER COLLINS

Mix 100ml vodka, 4 tbsp elderflower cordial and lemon juice. Fill 2 tall glasses with ice, strain in the mixture. Top with sparkling water.

CUCUMBER GIN FIZZ

Peel 1/2 cucumber and blend to a purée. Strain to remove the seeds. Use glass with ice, add 50ml gin, the juice of 1/4 lime, 2 lime slices and a few fresh mint leaves. Stir and top with chilled soda water.

QUICK & EASY CHICKEN, STRAWBERRY & SPINACH SALAD WITH WALNUTS Serves 4 Place spinach in a medium serving bowl. Add chicken, strawberries and walnuts; toss gently to blend. Top with your favourite dressing and eat right away, or hold on the dressing and pack it up for meals later on.

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The one ingredient everyone needs in their€galley? Olive oil. What was the last meal you cooked for yourself because you really wanted to eat it? Tika Massala Curry. What is your most memorable food moment? The mornings either in Margarita Island or in La Guaira (coast by central Venezuela where my grandparents live) eating fresh seafood from clams to fresh fish on the grill. Where is your favourite local market for fresh produce? I would say the markets in Italy are my favourite from those amazing tomatoes to lovely seafood. Who is your favourite provisioner and why? I have been working with Provide and Supply ever since I started in the industry, I have a personal relationship with them and they already know what I need. Most outrageous guest request? Shark Fin Soup by a mile most definitely.

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SQUISHY TOMATOES Get rid of fruit with dark spots or mould, but those that are mushy and are leaking liquid can still be useful

BRUSHCETTA Roast tomatoes as for soup, adding garlic and thyme, and/or oregano. Pile onto toast or bread with a scattering of basil and some creamy goat’s cheese. FATTOUSH Chop tomatoes and add to cucumber chunks, sliced red onion, shredded lettuce, mint and parsley and toasted pitta strips. Dress in a mix of garlic, olive oil, wine vinegar and lemon juice, then finish with dried cumin and sumac. PAN CON TOMATE Rub toasted sourdough with a garlic clove. Grate tomatoes and spread the pulp on the toast. Sprinkle with sea salt and olive oil.

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PIZZA THE ACTION Your time is precious, so make it count. Ooni Koda fires out jawdropping pizzas in 60 seconds flat. No assembly, no mess, no fuss. Cooking outdoors with gas has never been so simple (or so beautiful). It’s the easiest backyard pizza oven that you’ll find… if you’ve ever been intimidated by the idea of making pizza, the Koda is one of the most convenient and affordable ways to do it. €269 www.ooni.com

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

KEEP YOUR HEAD Beer enthusiasts normally recommend pouring your bottled or canned beer into the glass with a bit of splash to create bubbles Sadly, doing so will also destroy the precious bubbles. Menu have invented a tool to separate the foaming process from the pouring process. €20 www.menu.as

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ICE COOL Release the ice cubes from the tray with a twist and serve them in the insulated metal bowl. Use the ice cube tray as a lid and place the tongs on top. Comes with integrated ice cube tray made of silicone to make it easier to pop out the ice. €99.95 www.evasolo.com

FOOD & DRINK

ROCKIN’ COFFEE Concrete. Corian. Wood. Steel. Brass. Glass. Largely ordinary materials not ordinarily found on espresso machines. AnZa in Concrete offers Brutalist overtures at once softened by contrasting white ceramic accents. Born out of passion for good coffee and boredom with the default home espresso machine vernacular, the AnZa aims to bring new life and love to your countertop. €990 www.anzacoffee.com

SHAKE IT UP Cause a shake and stir at your next cocktail party with the Authentic Models Fire Extinguisher C. Shaker. Drawing inspiration from the original antique cocktail shakers of the 1930s Art Deco movement, this distinctive shaker creates the perfect retro style statement. Sculpted from polished nickel in a silver finish, it is shaped like a vintage fire extinguisher, with a charming set of party rules engraved on the front. €160 www.houseology.com

GETTING UNDER THE SKIN This eye-catching professional quality, stainless steel meat injector allows you to apply spices, broths, and brines deep into the thickest cuts of meat. Inject your meat before a long smoke session for a moist and succulent end product. Easy to clean with regular household cleaner. €35 www.webbsdirect.co.uk

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The grapevine

When wine really matters and you are looking for professional advice, you can rely on these providers for an efficient and reliable service

Berba

erba is the Adriatic’s premier tax free wine provisioning company. Based in Porto Montenegro, its 120,000 bottle collection includes the most sought-after wines from around the world. Whether it’s Grand Cru Burgundy, a crisp and lovely rosé or a fascinating local wine, Berba not only has it but can deliver it without any additional costs. Shipping to Montenegro can be risky, but since Berba’s wines are already there, delivery is simple, quick and easy. For the complete collection and prices, download Berba’s catalogue from the website or call to speak to Mike directly. For more details Tel: +382 67 423 722. or visit www.berba.me

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VSF Group

SF take supplying wine very seriously and have over 26 years of experience! They are quite unique as they keep stock! They have over 35,000 bottles of the worlds’ finest wines and spirits in the temperature-controlled warehouse. They compile the wine list with highly sought after regions and vintages, trending new discoveries, as well as all the old favourites. If you see something in their wine list, they have it in stock and is immediately available and delivered fast. They can match wines to your chef’s menu and will quote with relevant tasting notes to help with presentation. For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 22 10 67 70 or visit www.vsfgroup.com

Cellier

stablish your own on board cellar. Cellier is the top supplier of wine, spirits, beverages and soft drinks in Greece, with a leading position in sales and with more than 80 years of experience in representing the most prestigious brands. Cellier has a network of four retail stores in Athens, Psychiko, Kifissia and Syngrou Ave., where you can find a large variety of more than 1,500 labels of wines, spirits and more, from both Greek and International producers. The yacht provisioning services by Cellier, is the best choice if you want to spend your time in Greek waters carefree, enjoying every mile of the way. Cellier delivers to all marinas in Greece, offering quality services. For more details Tel: +30 210 4533551 or visit www.cellier.gr

Fine Wine Works

long with a commitment to sourcing the wines your guests really want at the best market prices, Fine Wine Works (FWW) stocks a selection of core wines in its temperature-controlled cellars. These are those must-have yacht wines - from Provence rosé to French fizz and more - that can be delivered for last-minute emergencies. Crew haven’t been overlooked either, with favourites from home at prices that won’t break the budget. For 2019 FWW has launched its PURE collection: an exclusive selection of fine and rare wines. With PURE, yacht crew are able to present to their Owner and charter guests a list of the word’s most sought after wines - all in stock and available for immediate delivery and drinking. Names such as Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and from Burgundy and Pétrus and Mouton Rothschild from Burgundy. FWW has carefully handpicked this exciting range. For more details Tel: +33 6 42 15 51 21 or visit www.finewineworks.com

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Riviera Wine

iviera Wine is a dedicated and passionate wine company who offers you the complete solution to all your wine needs on board. Be it wine supply, bespoke expert advice, WSET® crew training and much more. They are offering some of the best prices in the industry and are the only wine supplier in yachting headed by a Master of Wine. Their team is driven by an urge to truly be of service to you, always do the right thing and spread their passion and knowledge for wine through all they do. For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 93 34 49 66 or visit www.rivierawine.wine

No12 Fine Wines and Provisions

o12 Fine Wines and Provisions are superyacht dedicated purveyors of fine wines, spirits and cigars. They have offices and warehouses in Mallorca and Malta and have also recently set up in Port Vell Barcelona were they are the only dedicated wine provisioners in the area. The company has grown from strength to strength in a relatively short span by never losing focus on the four main pillars – Provenance, Partners, Premium Personal Service and Peace of Mind – ensuring that their clients are guaranteed the best possible wines, spirits, cigars and service above everything else. For more details Tel: +356 2560 7191 or visit www.no12wines.com

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FOOD & DRINK

Rosso Alfresco...get the ice bucket ready Our regular wine guru Tom Harrow recommends his favourite chilled reds which would make perfect partners for the BBQ this season

he wine world is forever shifting boundaries and breaking down barriers, and drinks choices are less black and white (or red and white).’ Even leaving aside orange and pink wines, styles of lighter, fresher, more digestible reds, with less extraction, crunchier fruit, softer tannins and more toothsome acidity are becoming increasingly voguish, and the only thing cooler is cooling them.’With the temperature rising outside, as alternative aperitifs, versatile food wines, or as a last vivifying glass before retiring to your cabin, below is a hand-picked selection of the most interesting chillable reds from off the beaten track. ’

Biddenden Vineyards Gamay 2018

Most producers in England have grubbed up the neutral teutonic varieties like Reichensteiner and Dornfelder, that sound like World War Fighter Aces, in favour of nobler grapes Chardonnay and Pinot Noir especially.’Whilst the majority of plantings are dedicated to sparkling wines there is a growing production of still wines, white and red.’The long and blissfully warm, dry summer of 2018 produced an abundant and exceptional quality harvest and the first red wines are just starting to hit the market, among them is this fantastic Gamay from Biddenden in Kent:’juicy, fresh, and herbaceous-edged, this is British Beaujolais and perfect summer drinking.

Schiava (various)’

A humble but satisfying lunch-time red from the hills of the South Tyrol in North Italy, Schiava comes from the Latin for ‘slave’ so has no pretensions but better examples exceed expectation.’ Called Vernatch to the German-speaking locals (and in Germany known as Trollinger), the characters of raspberries, grapefruit peel, rose petals and a whiff of smoke are common. Elena Walch in Termeno (Tramin) and slightly further north Mannincor in Caldaro (Kaltern) make two

particularly commendable examples, which are well worth seeking out and popping in the fridge or ice bucket alongside a plate of cold smoked meats, fish and cheeses.

Domaine Tissot Poulsard Vielles Vignes

The Jura region of France, between Burgundy and Switzerland, is one of the country’s least well-known but has a long history of viticulture and indigenous grapes which make distinctive wines with less familiar but still engaging flavour profiles.’ Poulsard is a thin-skinned variety that makes anaemic-looking but nevertheless elegantly perfumed and flavoursome reds full of woodland fruits and earthy, herbal tones. Bénédicte and Stéphane Tissot make a particularly nice example, farmed biodynamically, and from old vines, giving extra complexity and a little more structure than most.

Douloufakis Winery Liatiko ’

Liatiko is a native variety of Crete and the Douloufakis Winery in Dafnes, now run by third generation, Italian-trained winemaker Nikolas, is definitely an estate whose wines are worth looking out for when mooring up in Elounda.’The Dafnios red has a light, almost tawny colour, but is medium-bodied with rich, stewed plum and red fruits and soft, spicy tannins - a gentle Cretan Cote du Rhone.’ Trailed through the water off the back of the tender for twenty minutes at a safe and moderate speed, will clarify the aromas and flavours and add a touch more freshness to this very attractive summer red.’

Ochota Barrels The Fugazi Vineyard Grenache 2017

A brilliant, new-wave Aussie red from surfers and punk enthusiasts Taras and Amber Ochota, the limpid Fugazi Grenache is all about perfume, texture and bite and a world away from the opaque, jammy, oaky cherry-bombs that litter the region.’ Wafts of cloves, clay, pot pourri, and dried cranberry assail the nostrils and the vibrant, acid-led palate riffs around hedgerow strawberries, smoked thyme and Turkish Delight. Best served at cellar temperature or just below, this versatile, pungent red is a beaut with fat, soy-marinated tuna steaks or spicy game sausages fresh off the BBQ on a quiet beach with the sun going down.

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Savour Salento THE TOP TABLES AND EATERIES TO FIT ALL PALATES AND POCKETS ON THE SALENTO PENINSULA

ZIO TOM For seafood lovers, this is one to remember, with an excellent selection of locally caught dishes. The views are stunning so it's worth getting there for sunset and an apero before diving into the menu. As with all the region's eateries the wine selection is superb and reasonable priced. Localita' Ciardo S | Localita Ciardo, 73040 Santa Maria di Leuca, Castrignano del Capo Tel: +39 0833 767870 | €€€€

LALTRO BAFFO They say it's where tradition meets innovation, so one is always sceptical about what is going to appear on the plate….. The head chef and owner, has followed in her father's footsteps and has championed this new style of developing innovative recipes based on tradition and local ingredients. The wine selection is exceptional and make sure you book in advance… Via Basiliano Cenobio 23, 73028, Otranto Tel: +39 0836 801636 | €€€€€

CAPITONI CORAGGIOSI A simple but nicely decorated restaurant with a homely feel but make sure you grab a table on the terrace. Prices are great, service is wonderful and you’re really made to feel at home and relaxed. Local dishes following the region's passion for simple ingredients with some added flare. You will definitely want to go back! Riviera Cristoforo COLOMBO 17, 73014 Gallipoli Tel: +39 346 407 5330 | €€€

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TABLE TALK

TORMARESCA, LECCE A lovely setting and nicely styled restaurant serving a variety of fresh meat and seafood together with other locally sourced ingredients. Equally famous for their wine selection, the team are efficient and friendly in this cute well situated restaurant. Booking in advance is recommended. Via Benedetto Cairoli 25, 73100, Lecce Tel: +39 0832 300456 | €€€

GUSTAVO BRACERIA Using local and fresh produce, there is no menu, in short they keep bringing dishes until you’re fit to burst. A unique experience if a little theatrical, but one certainly for the bucket list of your gastro tour of the region. The wine list is a little limited, but nonetheless, local and a perfect accompaniment to the food. Via Gallipoli 48, 73044 Galatone, Gallipoli Tel: +39 345 615 5711 | €€€

Restorante Bros HEAD CHEF, FLORIANO PELLEGRINO

RICOTTA SCANTE COTTA, RICCI

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS 800g cream

12g gelatine

200g strong ricotta

120g fresh sea urchin

METHOD •À Heat cream and ricotta at 60 °C •À Dissolve the soaked gelatine and blend until smooth

DOPPIOZERO Perfect for a casual lunch or an early low-key dinner in a beautiful location near the Duomo. The eatery is a deli styled restaurant with a wide choice of local favourites all served under the jazzy soundtracks in the background. Once again fresh local produce is an important ingredient in all the offerings including a well priced wine menu. Via Guglielmo Paladini 2 | Centro Storico, 73100, Lecce Tel: +39 320 384 0988 | €€

•À Pour and cool in serving bowls

CRACKER 450g of '00' flour

225g of water

25g yeast

16g salt

•À Combine flour, water, yeast and knead for three minutes •À Add the salt and knead until you get a uniform paste

ORECCHIETTE Literally meaning 'small ears' in Italian, this homemade, ear-shaped pasta is ideal for soaking up any delicious sauce!

SECOND DOUGH 155g butter

120g flour

•À Combine the ingredients to obtain a smooth mixture •À Form a rectangle and cool •À Spread the first dough and place the second dough in the middle •À Close as if it were a pastry •À Give 3 simple turns and 1 double turn •À Place on a baking tray and put in the oven for 9 minutes at 160 °C

SERVE Stir the soup and pour a fresh drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve crackers as a side accompaniment

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

SPA OF THE SEASON ANDRONIS CONCEPT WELLNESS RESORT, SANTORINI With the most astonishing views of the island, Santorini’s beautifully designed Andronis Concept Wellness Resort is situated just outside the picturesque village of Imerovigli.. Don’t miss the complimentary morning yoga sessions on the terrace, and be sure to book a massage at sunset, overlooking the sea. It’s also the perfect base for exploring the island, if you can tear yourself away. Andronisconcept.com

CHOOSE BLACK GARLIC LOOSE WHITE GARLIC Shown to reduce blood pressure while packing twice the immune boosting antioxidant content of its paler counterpart, black garlic also promises to leave no trace of bad breath.

BOOST YOUR FIVE-A-DAY TURMERIC-TASTIC Known for its anti- inflammatory properties, turmeric also helps detox the liver and boost the immune system. It particularly goes well with carrot and orange. Push 2 carrots, 3 peeled oranges and a knob of ginger through the juicer. Stir in 1/4 tsp ground turmeric and serve.

BEAUTY MYTH RINSING YOUR HAIR WITH COCA COLA MAKES IT THICKER Coca-Cola makes hair look shinier as it is acidic (so closes the cuticle). Other ingredients like high fructose corn syrup would make the hair sticky and gritty. It won’t actually clean the hair or scalp.@Also@regular cola-rinsing@may@cause the shaft to become brittle.

WELLNESS APPS STOP, BREATHE, AND THINK Your daily mindfulness app that also prompts you to input how you’re feeling. Select your mood when you open the app and it will suggest the meditations, yoga sequences, or acupressure that could serve you best in that moment. ROOTD Downloading Rootd means you can work on improving your panic and anxious mood while supporting a femaleled app. In addition to mindfulness exercises and step-by-step guides to tactics such as deep breathing.

GOLDEN FACIAL @ TREATMENT DEVICE MZ Skin’s ‘Light-Therapy’ mask has five coloured light settings that each promote different benefits for an overall radiant complexion. Adjust the comfortable strap to hold it securely in place. www.net-a-porter.com

YOU MUST TRY... Kettlebell Connect is the world’s first smart kettlebell by Jaxjox. Creating a solid home gym is tricky, particularly when you lack an extra room to devote to your fitness pursuits or simply live in a small apartment. The magical JaxJox kettlebell may be the answer @ with six kettlebells in one. What is it? Within a single piece of equipment, you get a weight range from 5 to 20 kilos. Five weights are stacked on a base plate with a hollow kettlebell covering them. Selecting one of six weight options on the LCD display causes the bell to pick up or drop the appropriate number of weights. How does it work? The kettlebell cycles through the weight options with a gentle whirr, and integrates itself into circuits easily, even as they get harder. You replace the kettlebell on the base, press the plus button, wait three seconds for a beep, then pick it up again and it’s heavier. The upside? Good kettle bells are expensive and take up space. This is a great way of having a variety of weights in your small flat or cabin.. Plus it’s visually clean, yet advanced letting you know how long you train, it also sends ‘personalised workout insights’ via the Jaxjox app. The down side? The heart-pumpingly prohibitive expense at 350 Euros for one.

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BODY

Gong Ho

With an increasing number of people touting the benefits of sound bathing we decided to try for ourselves

Sound bathing The USP Meditation without the aggravation of moving. The playing of instruments such as gongs and crystal bowls produces powerful vibrations that help you block out the outside world and induce a restful, meditative state. Think of it as a digital detox. What happens? You are placed in a lying position on a yoga mat and covered with a blanket whilst wearing an eye mask. After a short meditative exercise the gong begins and lasts for around 30 minutes. At the end of this bells bring you back into the room.

What does it feel like? The sound cocoons you from the outside world; being close to the gong means you feel the vibrations, something physical as well as audible. The vibrations can be super intense, so there is definitely a physical sensation. The vibrations are also meant to lower body temperatures, hence the slowing down of heart rates and the possible need for a nice comfy blanket. The end result is a definite change of mindset. Does it work? Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be energised with clarity of thought. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re left with a feeling of positivity and euphoria.

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Hair’s to summer Intense heat and UV rays have the ability to sap your strands of moisture, shine, movement and colour. Treat your hair like you treat your skin this summer

ummer is in full swing, the sun is shining and the advertising gurus swamp us with a plethora of skin care products to protect us from the harmful UVA and UVB rays. But, what about those long flowing locks you ladies spend so much money on? Shouldn’t you be protecting your hair from the harmful effects of the sun, heat, salt water and humidity? By now, you don’t need anyone to tell you about the importance of sunscreen. Without it, you’re susceptible to an increased risk of sunburn (ouch), visible aging (no thank you), and skin cancer (scary). But there’s still one area you probably neglect: the top of your head. The skin on your scalp is prone to sunburn just like the rest of your body and should be treated with the

same degree of respect. Just because you’re lucky enough to have a good head of hair, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re protected. Not only does stepping out sans UV protection leave you susceptible to burning and the connected negative effects, but it can also lead to hair loss, oxidation, and breakage. Your hair could get dry and brittle and burning the scalp can also cause damage to the follicle and potential hair loss…boys. Plus, that perfect shade you achieved at the salon could look completely different after a day in the sun. Colour-treated hair has a higher chance of fading, as the colour molecules are more delicate and sun exposure will cause them to oxidize and fade.You pay enough to achieve your desired colour so remember to protect it.

HOME REMEDIES Try one of these home remedies to nourish and protect your hair

Deep conditioning mask to bring back moisture and shine

•’ Bananas and olive oil nourish the hair

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise (room temperature) ½ cup olive oil 3 egg yolks

•’ Eggs replenish the proteins lost due to sun damage •’ Honey moisturises hair •’ Mayonnaise acts as a natural conditioner •’ Beer and vinegar add shine and bounce •’ Strawberries and aloe vera help repair dry and damaged hair

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Method Mix everything in a bowl and apply to your hair, especially the ends If you can, wrap your hair in a towel and leave on for about 20 minutes Rinse out using plain water

TOP TIPS FOR SUMMER HAIR

LAYER UP If you are going for a swim in the pool or ocean, apply a thin layer of coconut oil or conditioner’in your hair before jumping in’to protect it. The silicones in the conditioner will keep chlorine and other chemicals away from your hair.

AVOID SHAMPOOING If your hair gets easily greasy and sweaty and you feel the need to shampoo every day, choose a mild’shampoo. Focus on cleansing the scalp and not your hair.

DEEP CONDITION Prepare your hair for summer by using an overnight hair treatment. All you need to do is apply a leave-in conditioner from roots to ends and wrap a towel around your hair – leave it in overnight and wake up in the morning with soft, smooth hair.

LOCK IN MOISTURE Sun exposure, salt water and sweat can pull moisture from your strands, leaving them dry and prone to breakage. To avoid this, start with wearing a nice wide brimmed hat. This will help keep the sun’s rays off your hair, thus protecting your hair from dryness and preserving the colour (with the added bonus of protecting your skin!)

DRINK THE RIGHT STUFF Water is your BFF. While you may be doing all of the above to protect your hair from the sun, if you’re not drinking enough water, you’re not going to achieve anything. Your hair and your skin will benefit immensely from the amount of extra fluids. So opt for cooling liquids and fresh fruits and vegetables that will help keep your hair healthy and hydrated.

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1 PAUL MITCHELL Colour Protect Locking Spray €12 www.paulmitchell.com 2 IGK Crybaby €22 www.igkhair.com 3 HOT TODDY GlobalWhite €25 www.sephora.fr 4 KEVIN MURPHY Young Again €35 www.kevinmurphy.com.au 5 PHILIP KINGSLEY Sunshield UV Defence €22 www.philipkingsley.co.uk 6 AVEDA Sincere Hair Veil €25 www.sephora.fr 7 ULTRASUN Hair Protector €28 www.ultrasun.com 8 SACHAJUAN Hair in the sun €22 www.sachajuan.com 9 BUMBLE AND BUMBLE UV Protective Primer €30 sephora.fr 10 NUXE Moisturising Protective Oil €12.50 www.uk.nuxe.com

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Interior moves When it comes to linens and fabrics, it is all in the detail. These are our favourite interior suppliers to keep your yacht looking stylish and modern

MC Interieur

ichelle Monique Cézanne, born in Frankfurt am Main - Germany, has lived in Monaco over 10 years. Her company, Michelle Cézanne Interieur, offers a perfected style with an individual concept of exceptional, international and hand-selected items. Her client portfolio consists of yacht owners and crew, hotels, architects and selected private clients. Michelle offers exclusive indoor and outdoor furniture from suppliers such as Dedon and Siebensee, custom built and sustainable products, marine proof textiles and flooring, with individual designs on demand. A whole range of products can be personalised or entirely produced for our unique clientele. The close cooperation with family owned companies, have formed the foundation of the business. ’For more details Tel: +377 9310 5436 or visit www.mcinterieur.com

Extex

xtex have been designing and developing luxury fabric collections to transform outdoor living for over fifteen years with a fabric library that now includes 13 stunning ranges to suit all styles. Renowned for their outstanding performance qualities and luxurious feel, the superior fabric ranges promise to instantly update outdoor environments by bringing comfort and interior trend influences to the marine world. Choose from a comprehensive collection of beautiful outdoor fabrics in over 100 colour options, including light neutral tones that evoke subtle sophistication and vibrant, bold shades that promise to bring your yacht to life. The latest range from Extex, Alpine, is a new range of outdoor fabrics with patterns inspired from geology. Reflecting a softer colour palette of greys, browns and beige, the Alpine range is cool in tone but hardwearing. Alpine uses a polyolefin solution dyed yarn to ensure it stays colour fast to light and stain and mould resistant. Ideal for ocean life and the harsh summer sun, Alpine fabrics share the all-weather durability that the range’s name reflects. Fully machine washable and 100% recyclable means Extex Alpine won’t impact the environment after its use and is the choice for the eco-conscious consumer. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1634 718 871 or visit www.extex.co.uk

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Heirlooms

eirlooms are synonymous in the yacht industry for combining the very finest materials and traditional craftsmanship to create linens of exceptional quality. The dedicated team of highly skilled crafts people share a vision of quality, passion for perfection and the desire to create linens of lasting beauty giving the best nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep. Their expertise in designing and manufacturing bespoke linens allows them to create linens that are as individual as the yachts themselves and people they work with. To meet with their clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs Heirlooms have created a range of luxurious spa linens specifically designed to enhance the spa experience. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1243 820 252 or visit www.heirlooms-linens.com

Gillian Weir A wealth of experience supplying accessories to the superyacht industry has led Gillian Weir to specialise in one of the finest fibres in the world, cashmere. Gillian Weir weave for high-end retailers including Harrods and their throws, blankets and cushions can be found in the most luxurious superyachts, homes and ski chalets, from the Caribbean to Courchevel. Each piece is custom made to perfectly accessorise any interior. Hand woven in a choice of pure cashmere, a silky blend of bamboo and cashmere or 50/50 cashmere and merino lambswool, these are items to be treasured. With a palette of 165 luscious shades and 12 weaves to choose from, the options are endless. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1943 467 353 or visit www.cashmereandrarefibres.com

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Victoria Yachting°

manufacturer in France with exceptional design capabilities, Victoria Yachting has been a leading light in the yachting world for the past 25 years. Over the years, Victoria has acquired an expertise in high-end comfort products such as premium mattresses and bed linen. The Victoria mattresses, topper and bed bases assure peaceful nights to over 1,000 yacht owners every year. Every piece is made by hand and to measure in Victoria’s fabrics in northern France, and is one of a kind. For more details Tel: +33(0)328 339 060 or visit www.victoria-yachting.com

Glancy Fawcett

lancy Fawcett are an established designer, supplier, project manager and luxury homeware supplier working with the world’s most exclusive projects. Having outfitted more than 450 superyachts, 150 residences and 100 private aircraft over the past 30 years, they have developed the experience and understanding required when creating incredible living spaces. The service and people make the Glancy Fawcett experience unique. With an extremely personable approach and a worldclass showroom, they help with the specification, design and delivery of an extensive range that includes luxury tableware, silverware, bed linens, towels and general accessories. With an impressive 750m2 showroom housed in The Old Engine Works in Manchester, UK, offering Europe’s widest range of samples under one roof. For more details Tel: +44 (0)161 876 5356 or visit www.glancyfawcett.com

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Fiona’s Atelier

iona’s Atelier’s aim is to inspire its clients with the very best selection of brands and products to make a yacht interior perfect for any discerning owner or guest. They are specialists in yacht supplies that can help to master the art of receiving guests. They collaborate with more than 300 carefully selected wholesalers and brands to source the finest materials and fabrics. Whichever fabric or style you choose, (Egyptian cotton satins, combed and mercerised; or their pure Egyptian cotton percales from 200 TC to 1030 TC) you can be assured that all the linens are made with the highest standards and with great attention to detail. For the bathroom, they carefully select the best towels, slippers and bathrobes from brands such as Abyss, Yves Delorme, Frette, Haman, etc. For more details visit www.fionasatelier.com

Aiko Luxury Linens

iko Luxury Linens is a curated boutique that focuses on providing the finest European bed linens and tableware for the home, yacht, and private jets. They have been a well established supplier in the custom bedding industry for the past 15 years. Their priority on relational client care and bespoke collections is what makes Aiko unique. Aiko Luxury Linens has carefully selected their product lines with consideration to the quality and superiority of their offerings. You can find designer collections from Christian Fishbacher of Switzerland, bringing Swiss quality, precision, and attention to detail to the world of linens. DEA, Cottimaryanne and Quagliotti in Italy, and Mirabel Slabbinck of Belgium, push the boundaries of style with their artistic designs. Specialising in custom size bedding and finishes such as monograms, logos, and embroideries. No project is too big or small for Aiko Luxury Linens. They work closely with personal clients, corporations, interior designers, and their celebrity clientele to make their dream space a reality. For more details Tel: +1 305 591 7663 or visit www.italianfinelinens.com

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KNOW YOUR ARTWORK Pandora Mather-Lees discusses fine art export sanctions and the associated risks with crossing international borders without the relevant paperwork

n August 2015 Sailing Yacht ADIX was arrested in Corsica against a backdrop of media attention and a Picasso masterpiece which had been adorning the interior was confiscated. Until this time, few in the industry would have been aware of the implications of cultural heritage laws for captains, crew or indeed the yacht management companies. The painting in question now sits in Madrid National Museum and the owner, Jaime Botin, faced up to 4 years in prison and a potential €100m smuggling fine. In most cases the objects are simply confiscated on the spot and subsequently destroyed or unceremoniously disposed of. It is unclear how many such incidents concerning superyachts have evaded the Press, however with increasingly valuable artworks on board, these itinerant floating homes entering new territories are forming a rich picking ground for customs and international authorities. National treasure laws exist in developed territories to preserve its nation’s heritage for future generations; a kind of anchor for our place in history and a means by which we inform our past. Objects may have significant fiscal as well as cultural value, and countries are becoming more protective and even aggressive in their bid to win objects back. In some cases this has created diplomatic incidents. Each territory has its own thresholds, standards and rules. In the UK, the Waverley Committee established three principles in the 1950s. This Arts Council committee decides whether an

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object marked for export is of outstanding aesthetic beauty, of critical importance for study and educational purposes or whether it represents a valuable part of the nation’s history. Lawrence of Arabia’s dagger, Jane Austen’s Ring and Canova’s Three Graces were refused export licences for such reasons and English museums and philanthropists were sought to match the sale price to compensate the new foreign owner so that they can remain in the UK. Even if granted the right to leave the country, licences have been revoked. In a recent extraordinary case, Italy revoked its licence for a painting of Camille Borghese sent to the Frick Collection in Manhattan. Italian authorities claimed “they did not know at the time the sitter was Borghese” despite the fact that there was a clearly marked label to this effect on the reverse! Understanding documentation relating to items on board is thus critical especially when onboarding new pieces of any value.

Endangered species

Such laws are just one of the export sanctions risks that captains and chief stews must be trained to field. Endangered species is another. ‘CITES’ regulations were established when 182 countries signed up to the Washington Convention in 1973 to control the movement across borders of what now amounts to 36,000 species and growing. These include coral, ivory, rosewood, butterflies and any number of oddities that have ended up aboard luxury vessels. Superyachts have been impounded for something as innocuous as a fish skeleton to something as ridiculous as a butterfly painting by artist Damian Hirst. Industry anecdotes also include one rock musician’s rosewood guitar, another’s grand piano for its ivory and an owner’s inlaid cabinet where the ivory was hacked out Why are these laws in place and why are

customs officers trained to search for these objects crossing borders? A CITES licence must accompany objects crossing borders comprising or containing protected species, so a review of objects and documentation on board is therefore an important preventative measure. It is an area of compliance which dovetails with sustainable and responsible sourcing. Burmese teak decking from Myanmar recently caused a flurry throughout the industry with press reports of yachts which were below par. A third area relates to imminent EU regulation on looted antiquities crossing borders.

This is the first ever EU law regarding import of cultural heritage and anyone shipping items inwards must seek a licence for entry into EU territory

Antiquities and importation

Pandora Art Services working closely with ACREW Yachting hopes to educate captains, crew and management during September’s Monaco Yacht Show as part of the ‘INSIGHTS’ programme started in Monaco this April. Vessels crossing to and from EU borders should understand the new regulation relating to looted antiquities. EU Regulation 2019/880, framed at the end of 2018, brought into force in 2019 and taking effect fully from 2020 and beyond is essentially about stemming terrorist financing in conflict zones. Concerning the import of antiquities over 250 years and artworks over 200 years old, artefacts from outside EU territory must carry sound provenance with documentation to demonstrate they are clean from illicit trafficking. This is the first ever EU law regarding import of cultural heritage and anyone shipping items inwards must seek a licence for entry into EU territory. Each country will establish a register of licences and for other categories, statements of origin. Responsible sourcing demands weeding out conflict objects, looted for instance from museums and archaeological sites in Syria and Iraq. Cultural items from both territories are already barred, however antiquities are now being traded internationally via multiple channels to fund terrorism, so this means enhanced vigilance. Value is immaterial and the European legislation specifies that painting, drawing, coins, sculpture, engravings as well as archaeological pieces apply. There are two categories, but antiquities are the more stringently controlled. For the superyacht industry, states with weaker laws, varied border control or which are known vulnerable trafficking routes into Europe will be under scrutiny. Turkey along with other destinations in the East Mediterranean meets this criteria. The region is important for the superyacht industry and there is a strong case for raising awareness with captains, yards, crew and yacht management in how to prepare.

Education

Along with these impending changes, other considerations for superyachts transporting art and artefacts concern the spoils of war. The museum world is undergoing incredible political pressure to return cultural objects taken during earlier conflicts. The Elgin Marbles in the British Museum is a famous and longstanding debacle and more recently, French President Macron has ordained that all the Benin Bronzes and African artefacts looted from present day Nigeria be returned. How this will play out with treasures finding their way into private portfolios remains to be seen.

ACREW’S April 9th INSIGHTS day in Monaco highlighted a number of key concerns bringing in conservators, shippers, art advisors, yacht security professionals and an art data company. Pandora Art Services subsequently announced a Market Intelligence Whitepaper detailing the numerous facets of art on board and how to mitigate these risks. An addendum will be published following the second INSIGHTS group during September’s Monaco Yacht Show. There will be an overview of the looted antiquities and other facets of dealing with art on board from industry experts. A free copy of the report can be obtained via Onboard magazine.

The superyacht owner is inevitably an art collector and what can happen on land, can happen at sea. Vessels over 40 metres typically have lush interiors and carry fine art on board and vessels are growing with interior space becoming more impressive as one seeks to surprise and delight guests. Risks with fine art pervade, but can be contained and prevented.

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STANDARD MATTERS IT’S NOT JUST THE FISCAL ADVANTAGES ONE SHOULD LOOK AT WHEN DECIDING ON A FLAG STATE, YOU NEED TO CONSIDER THE POLITICAL STABILITY AND LONG TERM REPUTATION TOO WORDS: CLAIRE GRIFFITHS

o, the owner is in a dreamy mood just after supper. He and his wife are sitting on the terrace watching their children filling in the white blanks of their new Flag Ship State colouring books. “Which flag state shall I choose for our new yacht?” he asks them. “Mozambique!” cries the boy. “With the AK-47 and bayonet!” “I like Bhutan with the dragon,” says his daughter “Look! He’s lovely!” His wife smiles, “Maybe you should get some sound advice. It might actually matter quite a bit.” Wise words from the Mrs. Because the flag that flutters on the back of a yacht matters. A lot. To explain the pros and maybe cons of various flag states ONBOARD talks to some flag representatives and law firms dealing with private and commercial superyacht activities. CHOOSING A FLAG STATE Binta Jallow, from the BVIs says, “A yacht owner looking to register his yacht has as many options as anyone wishing to buy a yacht. Therefore some thought and research has to be carried out by the owner or their representatives before he decides on a flag that would suit him. It is usual practice to consult a legal professional for

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advice.” Some of the questions Jallow hopes the expert would ask include: Where does the owner reside? The EU has some very complex taxation rules. Where would the owner want to operate the vessel? The US Coast Guard has rules that are different from other international requirements. However, if operating only in the Caribbean then there are not many challenges. Is the vessel for pleasure or commercial use? What nationality are the crew? How is the boat financed? Will there be a mortgage on the vessel? Where was the yacht built, by whom, when and where was it delivered?

“One must consider the political stability and reputation of the registry. Owners should find out where disputes can be settled and under what jurisdiction.” Advises Jallow, “The choice of the registry will come to the fore only when the yacht encounters disputes and problems. Will the yacht get Consular access in distant foreign ports? Will the yacht get naval protection in piracy and strife prone areas? Will the yacht get security information from the flag state? These are some of the questions that a yacht owner must ask before deciding on a suitable ship register.”

It’s important to choose a registry with a good reputation. Choosing a registry with a poor reputation or one targeted by Port States could have a detrimental effect on the smooth running of the vessel. Dr Silvana Zammit Partner for Global Property, Yachts and Jets at Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates explains, “Yacht owners need to choose a flag registry that is safe and secure, both economically and politically. Stability is key. Just view the MoU White list, you’ll see that jurisdictions such as Malta and the UK are two of the most sought after registries, with Malta being the largest in Europe. And remember that a poor record will inevitably affect the decisions of the future lenders and underwriters.”

Once the yacht owner decides on what is important for him/her then the relative merits of the flags can be compared. Mag. Virna Ayala echoes this advice: “Choose a ship registry that offers security, transparency and rapidity to owners. Where you would be sure all your rights will be respected because there is legal security and a real legal system under the flag and with courts specialised in maritime law. This is fundamental in your flag choice.” PRIVATE OR COMMERCIAL? Should it run as a private or commercial vessel is a simpler question to answer: Explains Jallow, “There are very strict

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definitions for being called a pleasure vessel and be registered as such. Pleasure vessels in essence usually mean that the owner operates the vessel for their personal use and does not make any profits out of the operation. The vessels are only required to comply with very few maritime legislations.” Once the owner decides to operate a vessel commercially, things get more complicated: The yacht must comply with international laws relating to its construction, outfitting and manning. Says Jallow, “The rules are very complex and it needs a trained surveyor to certify them fit for commercial operation.” Dr Zammit echoes this by confirming, “Certificates of compliance are required, registration and maintenance fees are generally higher as are fees for insurance. Therefore the cost of buying and maintaining a yacht for commercial use is much higher. More certification is required and there could be more restrictions on crew.” In the EU, the choice between private and commercial has become very complex as each state has its own customs and tax laws that must be followed. So yachts prefer to switch between commercial or pleasure depending upon the state that they are in. “The Virgin Island Ship Registry

(VISR) is happy to provide such a facility,” says Jallow. “For example, we have a client wishing to change the registry between pleasure and commercial in the European Union. According to new French customs regulations, the owner is authorised to charter non-EU residents under the temporary admission relief but under a commercial certificate of registry.” Ð “In France, it is perfectly possible to remain under temporary admission and under a commercial certificate of registry. In Spain, it is also possible, but it requires obtaining a chartering license which is very difficultÐto obtain. As a consequence, the client would like to have a commercial certificate of registry when renting the boat out in France to non-EU resident charterers and a pleasure certificate of registry when using his boat privately in Spain.” If at this point in the game, the owner hasn’t decided to ditch the idea of buying a boat, Mag. Virna Ayala points out that at the Panama Ship Registry, there are no pros or cons of commercial or private registration. A private yacht has to pay a fixed tax of $1,000 (if Panamanian national) or $1,500 (for a foreign company) every two years. Ð

The Virgin Islands Shipping Registry (VISR) is the Maritime Administration of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), offering first-class services for ships and seafarers, including marine certification, and advice for yacht owners requiring BVI yacht registration. It is also able to serve the global market as a provider of international yacht registration, safety and advisory services. The role of the VISR is to implement the maritime policies of the Government covering shipping operations, safety of life at sea, security, the prevention of, and response to, pollution from ships and yachts. For more details Tel: +1(284) 852 1957 or visit www.bvifinance.vg WILL THE FLAG STATE HAVE ME? Once an owner chooses a flag state to approach for registration, is there a chance he will be rebuffed at the door? Jallow explains, “Every registry has their own criteria on who they will accept on to their registry. Firstly it depends on the type of registry: traditional or open. Certain registries may not accept persons from countries in any UN sanctions list or the black list of the Financial Action Task Force. The BVI has its own eligibility list as well.” The Panama Ship Registry doesn’t have any owner’s nationality, age or vessel tonnage criteria, once the owners comply with the requirements. WHAT TYPE OF REGISTRY? So we’ve got this far, but we’re still a marathon away from flying a flag. Now

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The multi-disciplinary yachting team regularly advises owners, prospective owners, financiers and managers on the sale/acquisition of superyachts, yacht financing and registration of mortgages, yacht importation, VAT and crew-related matters. In an ever-changing environment, an international network of like-minded professionals is pivotal if one is to avoid the pitfalls of fiscal, legal and technical compliance. The yachting team regularly participates in conferences and attends yacht shows to create and maintain an open channel of communication with its peers across the globe. For more details Tel: +356 2125 2893 or visit www.credence.com.mt the owner has to choose the ‘type’ of registry he/she wants: Open? Traditional? Offshore? Onshore? What does all that mean? “There are many differences between the types of registry,” says Ayala, “the most significant of which are the taxes...” A Traditional Closed Registry is open only to ships of its own nation. “In other words theyÀallow only vessels that are owned by companies or persons that are residents of that country,” advises Jallow. “Traditionally, closed registries have a twofold requirement, firstly, incorporation in country of registration and secondly, principal place of business in country of registration. In a closed registry, the tax is charged on the earnings as compared to open, wherein the taxes are on the basis of tonnage.” An Open Registry hasÀvirtually no restrictions, “However, this has led to allegations of sub-standard ships,” warns Jallow. ‘Open registers denote flags of convenience for ships.” A ship registered in a country is required to fly the flag of that country and is entitled to the privileges and protection of the country. Registration provides title to a

ship which is important for the ship to enter into trade relations. Offshore Registries permit, as an economic incentive, the hiring of foreign crews at wages lower than those payable to domestic crews. Says Jallow, “It was viewed as an alternative to open registry,Àto counter its effects on shipping. Prior to the advent of secondary registry,Àtraditional maritime countries were offering various forms of financial incentives to ship owners, thus the main objective of secondary Registry was the phasing out of subsidy and incentive schemes.” Dr Zammit confirms, “States such as Malta and Cyprus offer an open, or international registry. Owners opt for registration under these open registries for a variety of reasons including reliability, stability, reputations, fiscal planning and opportunities for crew employment.” Hybrid Registers offer attractive combinations of national and open registry features designed to

lure shipowners. Just as open registers developed in response to national registries, so hybrid registers have developed in response to open registries. Jallow explains, “They are easier to access and have fewer entry requirements than most national registries. They tend to maintain a nationality link between beneficial owner or management of the vessel and the flag State. In general, hybrid registries tend to offer financial incentives and advantages similar to open registers. Some hybrids allow foreign shipowners access to the registry once certain technical standards are met. The Norwegian and Danish International Ship Registers, the Isle of Man, and Madeira permit foreign owned or controlled vessels in certain circumstances while the German and the French International ShipÀRegisters do not have nationality requirements. But, what about changing legislation?

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The Isle of Man’s global centre of excellence for superyacht business is centred around its highly successful international Ship Registry. The team responds quickly and pragmatically to the fast-changing needs of the industry, contributing, advising and assisting with new build and conversion projects globally. The Isle of Man Ship Registry’s experience in applying the Red Ensign Group Yacht Code to all sizes of yacht, delivers solutions to yards and managers, ensures compliance with codes and conventions and provides peace of mind to owners. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1624 688500 or visit www.iomshipregistry.com

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Virgin Islands Shipping Registry operates within a stable British based legal system

Our Merchant Shipping Laws protect the Owners, registered vessels and associated mortgages The BVI is a vibrant democracy enjoying decades of political & social stability Super Yachts are surveyed under the Red Ensign Group’s prestigious Large Yacht Code

With over 4000 yachts, the VISR are experts in the registration, survey and inspection of all types of yachts The BVI is a world leader in company formation The jurisdiction is tax neutral

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NEW LEGISLATION The new Red Ensign Group (REG) Code came into force on 1 January 2019. The code consolidates an updated version of the Large Yacht Code (LY3), and the latest version of the Passenger Yacht Code (PYC). The new Code also has what is known as a ‘retrospective application clause’. This means that there are sections within the Code that will be applied not just to new vessels, but to existing vessels also that are currently certificated under the existing Large Yacht Code or Passenger Yacht Code, from the first annual survey after 1st January 2019. The revised Marpol Annex 5 under regulation MEPC 70 came into effect on 1st March 2018. The main change for yacht owners is the additional category (E-Waste) to be included in the garbage record book. The Republic of Panama decided to adopt the REG YACHT CODE, edition January 2019, part A, for

the yachts up to 12 passengers and part B, for the yacht up to 36 passengers. THE BENEFITS Binta Jallow sums up succinctly the reasons a yacht would register with the British Virgin Islands: Its reputation and expertise flies high internationally; It’s easy for a vessel and any mortgage to be registered with ensured security in a politically stable environment with a British-based legal system and infrastructure. The (VISR) is a member of the Red Ensign Group. Any vessel registered within the REG, is a ‘British ship’ and is entitled to fly the Red Ensign flag and reap the benefits.

Why Panama? We ask. Mag. Virna J. Ayala looks aghast. You ask me this? She replies. “Because, Panama yacht registry is a public institution, not a private office. Our clients may pay their taxes and other services directly in any of 64 Marine Merchant Consulates around the PANAMA YACHT REGISTRY word, at the same official price as the The General Consulate of Panama located in the Panama Maritime Authority, without legendary Vieux-Port of Marseille. Together with any intermediaries. Moreover, the the vessel registration, the Consulate also provides Consulates provide the Seaman the Seaman Books for officials and ratings within a rapid timeframe. The 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. This Consulate of Marine Marchants e offers a wide range of services, including authentication of signatures and legalisation of documents needed for sales and mortgages. The Panama Ship Registry is one of the most trustworthy and respected flag states in the world. For more details Tel: +33 (0) 4.91.90.05.84 or visit www.consulatgeneraldepanamamarseille.com

An international law firm with offices in Malta, Cyprus, London, Zurich and Hong Kong, Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates is a multidisciplinary practice with a highly experienced team specialising in shipping and yachting. Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates assists with the full spectrum of vessel ownership – from vessel sale and purchase to tax advice, to marine mortgages and registration of vessel, as well as ship owning and the set up and administration for VAT Yacht Leasing Structures. The specialist team constantly ensure a high quality of service to clients seeking the most effective solutions. For more details Tel: +356 22056606 or visit www.chetcuticauchi.com Books offer official log books for Panamanian vessels and yachts. Our registry has a tradition of more than 100 years and we are an A Group member of the IMO.” Dr Zammit from Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates warns, “It is vital to keep a close eye on the benefits for each possible flag. New legislations and regulations are constantly being proposed and put forward for the betterment of security, environmental protection and for improving transparency in the maritime sector. Proper planning and a trusted partner that has a wide range of international knowledge is vital.” Clear? The owner draws a slug from a large glass of whisky. “Tell me again,” he says. “From the top. And slowly this time.”

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YACHT ESSENTIALS Chris Clifford recommends his essential products and services for the coming season

Port Tarraco Marina Port Tarraco is one of the few existing marinas of its kind in the western Mediterranean designed to offer deep water berthing for the world’s largest yachts. The latest technology, standards and security levels for the visiting VIP vessels in combination with the bespoke Concierge Service, will ensure that each yacht

and crew receive a warm welcome and any personal assistance. The marina offers 33 berths between 45 and 160 metres and complete range of berthing facilities. For more details Tel: +34 977 244 173 or visit www.porttarraco.com

Kronos Yacht Agencyð Offering solutions for all your yachting requirements during your stay in Greece, regardless of your port of entry or itinerary. Kronos are legally authorised to clear yachts in and out of Greek waters. They have corresponding agents throughout the Greek Islands who will happily assist you for the duration of your visit. Should you prefer it, all billing can be taken care of through their central office, thereby offering the advantage of a trouble free trip with settlement of accounts taking place only once.ð For more details Tel: +3022410 78407ðor 6972032034ð or visitðwww.kronosagency.comð

JPL Yachtingð JPL Yachting is a yacht agent, concierge and brokerage firm in Palma de Mallorca. Situated at the famous Club de Mar marina on the city’s harbour front – the company offers the full spectrum of services in English, German and Spanish for yacht owners, guests and crew; prospective buyers and those wishing to charter a vessel. The experienced team at JPL Yachting handle all aspects of docking in Palma for their international clients. In addition, they take care of immigration and customs formalities, for smooth arrival into port, and shortened clearance times.ð For more details Tel: + 34 646 549 865ð or visit www.jplyachting.comð 118 | SUMMER 2019 | ONBOARD

SeaStars.life SeaStars is creating a multi-platform communication tool to officially recognise and enhance the yacht chef profession. They provide a clear and defined career path to all chefs wishing to progress in this most rewarding and exciting industry. With the unique Certificate of Competence, owners, recruiters and captains

will have access to all the relevant information about a chef position candidate, unbiased, verified, at a glance. SeaStars is the answer to the industry needs. For more details Tel: +44 (0)208 191 8566 or visit www.seastars.lifep

Argentario Yacht Services p Based on the coast of Tuscany, Argentario is a professionally registered yacht agency in Italy. They are perfectly situated and qualified to satisfy any type of request and to offer your yacht full assistance wherever you are in the Mediterranean. Based in the stunning Argentario area in Tuscany, they are able to reserve berths and to assist you with services both at sea and onshore. Available 24/7, together with the handson approach and the personal assistance to their clients will ensure a first class services for guests and excellent support to Captains and their crew. Their mission is simple: focus on the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs and give complete client satisfaction. For more details Tel: +39 3349997049 or visit www.argentarioyachtservices.com

Freestyle Slides Freestyle has been providing bespoke custom inflatable docking systems for several years and has been evolving the docks alongside the myriad of requirements and feedback from owners and captains. Perfectly sculptured to transom shapes, custom cut-outs for specific jet skis or Seabobs, hand laid faux teak finishes, the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes can all be achieved with the in-house design team. For the larger docks, Freestyle now have a modular zipper system allowing for easier deployment and flexibility. This along with a lifetime warranty marine grade zippers and anchor points gives the crew and owner the perfect customisable docking system. For more details Tel: +1 727 563 2003 or visit www.freestyleslides.com ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 119

Superyacht Tenders & Toys In May, Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award winner Superyacht Tenders & Toys (SYTT) announced the opening of its new superyacht toys rental division in Monaco. The move comes in response to rising consumer demand and offers the company a base outside of the UK in the midst of uncertainty surrounding Brexit. The new department will specialise in eco-friendly rentals, including FunAir exclusive inflatables, RS sailing dinghies and electric toys such as the

Seabob, Lift eFoil and bikes. The rental service will be managed by Roxane Ducruet. Having worked in the yachting industry for a number of years, Roxane has a wealth of experience and a wide network of contacts having lived in Monaco her whole life. For more details Tel: +33 (0)6 60 89 14 39 www. superyachttendersandtoys.com

Valencia Mar Valencia Mar offers 340 berths from 8 to 120 metres and is one of the safest marinas in the Mediterranean with all its moorings with quays. Valencia Mar is a state-of-art marina built in 2006 in the run up to the AmericaÂ´s Cup. From 2018, Valencia Mar has had a new management team that is concentrating developing its offerings and new services for the visiting superyachts. Valencia Mar offers an unbeatable quality / price ratio thanks to its spectacular facilities, moorings with unique quays with staff always on-hand to satisfy the visiting customer. For more details Tel: +34 647 356 951 or visit www.valenciamar.com

MTSea The Mallorca based air conditioning and refrigeration company. The team at MTSea are qualified and experienced in both refrigeration and yacht engineering. They will assess any issues you may have on board, work with you to find a solution, make recommendations and complete the work regardless of the scale of the project. The company is multilingual with everyone speaking English. MTSea offers a superyacht class service including long-distance engineering support to customers who have a problem but no access to local services. MTSea is proud to be the agent for Octo Marine in Mallorca, look out for the van in your port. For more details Tel: +34 971 23 07 71 or visit www.mtseasl.com 120 | SUMMER 2019 | ONBOARD

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Gusman Yachting Gusman Yachting is a superyacht agency for the entire Maltese archipelago. Their extensive experience and local knowledge ensure bespoke shore support, port facilities and concierge services that extends beyond Malta, thanks to their trusted worldwide network of support service providers. Apart from offering superyacht assistance in and around the Maltese archipelago, Gusman Yachting also offers worldwide yacht chartering and brokerage through Idea Yachting;

specialists in sale, purchase and charter of yachts. Idea Yachting has been setting the standard in luxury yacht brokerage since 2014. Operating from the Grand Harbour Marina’s waterfront on the Island of Malta, the Idea Yachting team has more than 30 years yachting industry intelligence that will guarantee your vision and requirements are impeccably satisfied. For more details Tel: +356 7925 2928 or visit www.gusmanyachting.com

A+Rigging Established in 1996 by Onno van der Spek, A+ Rigging has since grown into one of the leading superyacht rigging service centre in the Mediterranean. A+ Rigging is able to refit any type of mast on any type of boat – simple. They are experienced in traditional classic sloops, schooners and ketches but also have enormous amount of experience in the world of modern racing boats. A+Rigging are well connected with all the big mast manufactures such as Hall Spars, Southern Spars, Offshore Spars Nordic mast and work closely with the world’s largest rod and rigging manufacturer – Global BSI. The experienced team is able to service all rod rigging, wire rigging and modern PBO or Carbon rigging. For more details Tel: +34 971 745 572 www.aplusriggingmallorca.com

Superyacht Supply Chain Superyacht Supply Chain is a new concept for the yachting industry, providing a unique platform for on board Heads of Department to meet with the suppliers that are most relevant to their yacht’s specific requirements. Taking place in key yachting hubs, these events will offer dedicated face to face meetings between on board decision makers and the companies they want to see. Captains and HoDs will receive a tailor-made schedule of meetings for services they specifically need for the yacht based on the preferences they have indicated. Yachting suppliers gain valuable face time with clients who have expressed interest in their products. The first Superyacht Supply Chain events will be taking place in 2020. If you would like more information on taking part as either a supplier or a buyer, contact them now. For more details Tel: +44 (0)3300 555 777€ www.superyachtsupplychain.com ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 121

The Ports of Toulon The Ports of Toulon have been continually improving their services for the yachting sector in recent years. The Port Authority’s on-going programme of refurbishment of deep-water berths for vessels with LOA up to 300m is attracting new shipyards, suppliers and yacht service companies. In 2019, the new Monaco Marine shipyard started business, berths in the south part of the bay were made ISPS-compliant, and this has brought new clients

to check out the Ports of Toulon’s possibilities. As this programme is continuing in 2019/20, new improvements are being made to existing berths and fresh availabilities are under development. Alongside berthing, winter lay-up and easy refuelling are key benefits for the Toulon Bay area and its major activities. For more details Tel: + 33 (0)4 83 24 30 60 or visit www.ports-tpm.fr

Wandering Yacht Wandering Yacht is an established nautical luxury brand dealing with port services, concierge and chartering in Montenegro. At Wandering Yacht your ease of mind and comfort is of utmost importance to them. Arriving, checking in, launching and docking are all in their capable hands so you can enjoy your much awaited Montenegrin experience. Through the formulation of an experienced and multilingual ‘crew on land’ that meets the demands of the crew at sea, the level of luxury service on board the yacht is maintained on land, ensuring a memorable experience. For more details Tel:+382 (0)69 333 693 or visit www.wanderingyacht.com

Port Profile A platform designed by yacht crew, for yacht crew recruitment. Sign-in, complete your profile, and post or search for jobs. The system finds matching candidates based on the criteria of your job post or the experience and qualifications entered by the candidate. You review matches, invite suitable candidates or apply for matching positions. Shortlisted candidates go to the chat window, and chat to the crew member or recruiter. Simple! For more details Tel: +44 (0)7380892121 or visit www.portprofile.com

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Deramar If you have a hunger for adrenaline rushes reaped by the thrill of water sports, you have a lot in common with the Deramar founders, who in the early ‘00s decided to take their passion and share it with the outside world. They now own a serious fleet of sea toys (with the latest products and models) for sale and for rent.0Their repertoire includes being official dealers of Seabob,

Jetsurf, Kymera, Lampuga, JOBE, Funair and Aquaglide. Their expert team of engineers offer great after sales and mechanical service, should it be required.0Deramar’s customer service engagement proactive and flexible. For more details Tel: +30 210 80 70 7750 or visit www.deramar.com0

Liberty For the past 12 years Fabrice Viard and his international team at Liberty Yachts have been providing a 7/7 24h service, in order to assists crews and enable guests and owners to enjoy their time on board. Over the years Liberty has developed a personalised relationship with each of its clients, enabling them to offer a tailor made service, attentive to the constant market changes but ready to satisfy each request. Liberty offers a complete range of high end services to its clients, from provisioning, fuel bunkering to berth reservations throughout the Mediterranean Sea. For more details Tel: +33 960 399 972 www.libertyachts.com

G.Panessa & C. S.p.A.0 The specialised unit ‘Luxury Yacht Special Services’ within Panessa, is a dedicated team for the reception and care of superyachts and their crews berthing at the port of Livorno and at the marinas of Pisa and Rosignano. Their mission is to supply first class and round the clock assistance to Owners, guests and Captains. Services offered include husbandry, customs and immigration procedures, berth reservations, bunkering, provisions and spare parts supply, plus all the services that a valued customer would receive when staying at a luxury hotel.0 For more details Tel: +39 0586 2110000 or visit www.g-panessa-co.it0 ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 123

POD INTERNATIONAL SPINERA presents one of the most thrilling and ultimate fun ride experiences on the water with its self-rotating tubes from its latest product line. This highly resistant fun tube is available in two different versions and offers space for up to six or up to 12 people. Endless Ride 4-6 and 8-12 is manufactured from a heavy duty and durable material, which is specially created for yacht

owners and water ski school operators who require long-lasting quality. Thanks to its numerous handles everyone will easily find the right grip for the wildest tube rides on the market. Spinera also offer a variety of waterskis, kneeboards, wakeboard and bindings. For more details Tel: +49 (8035) 96 78 79 - 24 or visit www.spinera.com

MARSAL Waste Management 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 industry’s 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!` For more details email info@yachtneeds.net` or visit www.yachtneeds.net`

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Marsal is a specialist waste volume reduction equipment supplier: compactors, shredders and granulators for all general soft waste materials generated on board luxury yachts and ships. MARSAL is also proud to announce they recently were awarded the ‘exclusive’ agreement with MS Yacht Services for all machines the company supplies. They are proud to introduce the unique GlasstoSand Bottle/ Container Oppressor. The machine has a small footprint and is very eco-friendly with 90% volume reduction leaving a 100% safe to handle sand-like material. Think Green and re-cycle your on board waste. For more details Tel: +357(99)652 586 or visit www.marsalwaste.com

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Lampuga Lampuga produces premium electric surfboards combining innovative designs and state of the art technology that offer fun and exciting experiences on the water, with the touch of a button. The boards are user friendly, completely emission free and are built to the highest safety standards.0But, just as important is the fact that they are a huge amount of fun, easy to master and an exhilarating experience great for all ages. The Lampuga Air will shortly be offered at selected rental locations across Europe, making them available to every yacht that is looking to add some excitement to their charter. More information about the existing and future rental locations is available on the website. If you are interested in joining Lampuga’s exciting partner programme, get in touch with the Lampuga team.0 For more details Tel: +49 (0)721 61935 6000 or visit www.lampuga.de

KRM Yacht Refit & Repair0 KRM Yacht is the first and only company in Turkey specialising in superyacht refit services with professional in-house teams, consisting of engineers, architects, craftsmen and meticulously picked and agreed subcontractors. KRM have in house services for high quality finishing for painting, interior, carpentry and metal works with fully equipped workshops at their refit facilities in Istanbul and Antalya plus, they also have a technical service point at Göcek which happens to be in the middle of the best cruising area in Turkey. All the refit projects are managed by experienced projects managers who have the necessary years of experience with superyacht refits. For more details Tel: +90 212 26 26 7260 or visit0www.krmyacht.com0

Anchorlift0Technic0 Anchorlift0Technic deliver a wide selection of davits for tenders, RIB tenders and JetSkis up to 7m, for mounting on swim platforms and on the deck.0For yachts0that don’t have0a0hydraulic platform or crane for lifting the tender out of the water,0Anchorlift0Technic have created a unique swing/tilt type davit called DD5, for tenders and jet skis up to 3.5m0and0300kg.0All products are 100% European made with the best finish possible and made from the best 316L stainless steel available.0Davits are fully adjustable and fit most tenders/jetskis available on the market today.0 For more details Tel: +47 900904140 or visit0www.anchorlifttechnic.com0

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Marivent Yachts From their Port Adriano test centre and new showroom offices in Ibiza, Marivent Yachts continue to provide the best quality service which keeps them as the number one Fjord dealer worldwide since 2014. Marivent Yachts services are far reaching, from providing their clients with winter storage facilities, sales brokerage for pre-owned yachts, maintenance options and now new charter services for the Balearic region and internationally. They have

also introduced expertise to help owners and companies with the management of yachts over 20 metres. Marivent are specialists in providing a true ‘all in one service’ with a focus on quality and unique yachting brands such as Fjord, Prestige, Austin Parker and now the luxury Excess Catamarans. For more details Tel: +34 670 760 569 or visit www.mariventyachts.com

POD International The team at POD International have recently enhanced their product range with the introduction of the luxury Yachtbeach Pool. With the new Yachtbeach pool you have enough space for bathing, swimming as well an integrated lounging area for extended sunbathing. The pleasant teak foam top surface is extremely gentle and comfortable to walk on or lie down on, and the teak look helps match this extension to the mothership. The 6m x 4m pool will protect the users from unwelcome marine life, jellyfish or any other marine particles and is a secure swim area for children under supervision. For more details Tel: +49 (8035) 96 78 79 - 24 or visit www.theyachtbeach.com

Dayworker.com The first fully integrated online temp recruitment platform for the private yacht industry connecting yachts seeking crew and crew seeking yachts. Dayworkers register on the app indicating their location, availability, skills and experience in a standard format that recruiters can easily recognise and react to. Registered yacht managers, captains and owners request a dayworker using the website or app; a dayworker is then dispatched to the yacht’s location at the requested date and time. DayWorker.com is not a recruitment agency. Its sole purpose is to provide a fast, convenient and secure way for yacht operators to book freelance day workers. For more details visit www.dayworker.com

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Voyonic Crewing Ltd Voyonic have been providing global employment solutions to the marine industry for over 10 years. Services provided by Voyonic range from basic managed payroll bureau services through to the full crew HR management and employment solutions for both international shipping companies and superyacht owners. As part of a global payroll alliance, with associated businesses in the

UK and Malta, specialising in legal, tax and social security, they genuinely believe that they have the solution for most employment situations. Voyonic pride themselves on their brighter approach to client relationships where they believe every client is number one. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1481 711828 or visit www.voyonic.com

Gordon S. Blair Law Offices Gordon S. Blair is an independent law firm, established in Monaco in 1920. They provide comprehensive, personalised and high-quality services to individuals, worldwide families, local companies and international groups. They address a large number of cross-border issues on a wide scope, including with the office in Switzerland (Geneva). The multilingual team relies on an ideal combination of various levels of experience, expertise, efficiency and innovation. This commitment to serve their clients’ best interests has cemented the companies reputation over time. For more details Tel : +377 93 25 85 25 or visit www.gordonblair.com

Shipyard Supply Co. Due to customer demands, SSCo have designed and developed a new davit crane especially to handle large format inflatables. Today’s inflatables come in all shapes and sizes, and have to be secured to the top deck of a superyacht. If the yacht doesn’t have a heli-deck crane, then the heavy inflatable needs to be man-handled up there by the deck crew; a huge task in itself and one that can be time consuming both in setting up and bringing down. The new davit cranes are designed to be fitted into the sockets of the top deck, so the crew can winch the inflatable up there, saving time, man-power but more importantly in a safe environment. Once finished with, the crane can be easily removed and stowed away. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1473 598 091 or visit www.shipyardsupply.co

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THE NEED FOR SPEED WITH THE CHARTER SEASON IN FULL SWING, HOW DO THE VSAT AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS COPE WITH THE NEED TO SERVE GUESTS AND OWNERS WITH COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF DATA? WORDS: ADAM FIANDER

ith 5G already implemented in parts of the USA and with the help of working-parties and user groups, European 5G coverage gradually being introduced in ‘trial’ cities, it’s testament to the relentless demand and voracious appetite for faster, ever more sophisticated mobile connectivity.

Areas of society set to benefit greatly from 5G are numerous; pretty much all of us in fact. The world of media and entertainment, for example, is one of the more obvious areas. Others are the energy industry, the health industry and manufacturing where robotics, logistics and anywhere, in fact, where inter-business communication is required. The much talked about ‘driverless car technology’ will also rely upon 5G when the technology becomes available. Just as shore-based needs are set to benefit, it’s much the same for yachts. During busy peak-periods on a large 30m or 40m+ yacht, it would not be unreasonable to assume that at

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least 12 data-hungry guests, and up to 20 or more hard-working crew, are expecting to receive instant, lag-free connectivity, uninterrupted telephoning, video-conferencing, almost continuous use of social-media, online gaming, use of cloud-based applications, HD TV and potentially all at the same time! With that kind of demand in place, it’s good to know that cellular technology and land-based communications providers are very much part of the future framework for yacht connectivity moving forward. In fact, the yacht market now has a very good choice of both VSAT (very small aperture terminals) and land-based communication providers. All the companies I spoke to offer a sensible and logical ‘hybrid’ solution, switching between the two systems to maintain continuity, speed and reliability. Satellite companies have brought about accelerated developments in progressive LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellite technology, and High Throughput Satellites (HTS) and GEO satellite platforms, where impressive technology gains are being made.

SES-MARINE Yacht owners, charterers and crew are needing increased bandwidth for their communication and entertainment requirements. VSAT manufacturers are responding by offering higher power off the shelf solutions. Recently launched products are a new 2.4m antenna offering C and Ku band services with an upgrade path to Ka band and tracking of non geostationary satellites, there is also a significant increase in power on 60cm and 80cm solutions. SES can offer VSAT solutions bespoke to what you actually need. A hardware, airtime and service offering from SES is tailored to keep you connected. SES are accredited to Lloyds ISO9001:2015 and approved by Lloyds, DNV-GL, ABS and Rina as radio surveyors. For more details Tel: +44 (0)1634 295500 or visit www.ses-marine.com

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Within the next decade, experts predict the earth will be covered by small satellites at low heights working directly above, not within range of the human eye, of course, that would be ridiculous, but capable of providing vastly improved mobile coverage and faster connectivity akin to the home experience.

One thing that stood out with companies I talked to, is the provision of flexible, demand-based data that enables service providers to point additional bandwidth to yachts during busy periods. The process is quick if the yacht is known to the provider and vice-versa.

As the name suggests, Low Orbit Satellites orbit the earth as low as a few hundred kilometres high and, although the concept is not actually new, in terms of numbers, the LEO satellite market can shortly expect to receive a greatly increased number and large constellations in the thousands of these relatively small, relatively low-cost satellites, that can be upgraded, swapped out and changed far quicker than their larger, more costly GEO satellite (Geostationary Earth Orbit) counterparts.

Operating from eight strategic sites in the UK, Ships Electronics Services Ltd (SES) has years of experience working within global leisure and commercial marine industries, including military, and is a dealer and distributor for some of communications’ biggest names.

‘Traditional’ GEO satellites, with their large data-carrying payloads, are satellites located at 36,000km height and remain in a stationary position relevant to the earth and follow the earth’s own rotational course. LEO satellites (and to an even lesser extent, MEO - Middle Earth Orbit satellites), on the other hand, are not held in fixed earth positions, and they can be deployed to different locations, but need physically many more of them to give true global coverage. Broadly speaking, the two different satellite types are complementary, and consumers derive the best combined service when both types are deployed and working together. To receive higher-capacity, higher-speed connectivity, yachts may need to review their existing antennas, thus ensuring they can receive and transmit this lovely additional data set to come our way. I intentionally use the word ‘review’ here (as opposed to using the word ‘replace’) because chances are replacement of a ‘full-fat’ Dome antenna may not be required, but for any other reason than the more attractive, low-profile appearance of flat-panel antenna terminals, which, from an aesthetic point of view, most of us would probably prefer.

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SES Leisure Manager, Paul Rees, told me, “Flexibility is key to providing what’s required. We work with large airtime providers that offer an opportunity to upgrade or downgrade bandwidth requirements on a monthly basis. “We can offer data plans that are not subject to capped tariffs and other usage restrictions, in this sector you will most likely be limited by either what your hardware can handle, or airtime cost.” Real time data wireless & satellite communications company, Excelerate, CEO, David Savage, told me, “Yacht clients generally want full internet requirements, including consistency of speed

YACHTPROJECTS INTERNATIONAL Yachtprojects International supply hardware, software and airtime for the following services. VSAT, both Ku, Ka, C band and GX. Fleet broad band, Iridium and GMDSS , in-house supported VOIP phones and 4G. They also supply TVRO and service globally and are a one stop shop for the above and compliment this with bespoke onboard networks including firewalls, managed LAN and managed WiFi, both for open and revenue stream applications. Their managed networks are Ðsupported remotely 24/7/ 365. Recently Yachtprojects International have released their ‘Ethernet over power system’ Ðfor minor or quick deployment networks where 350Mbps suffice.Ð For more details Tel:+44 (0)740 880 2485 or visit yachtprojects.net

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TO RECEIVE HIGHER-CAPACITY, HIGHER-SPEED CONNECTIVITY, YACHTS MAY NEED TO REVIEW THEIR EXISTING ANTENNAS and service and expect the same standard as a good 5-star hotel. “The charter season is finite, so this itself presents logistical problems. We buy and manage our data in real-time, so we can change the speed of VSAT onboard in a matter of seconds compared to others. “I’ve never understood why yachts should be tied to long contracts because why would a yacht want to pay for high bandwidth capacity when there’s no one onboard? The flexibility that we provide presents challenges at times, but we have plenty of headroom on our networks anyway and we always ensure seasonal capacity to cope with the unusually high demands. “Buying and managing our own satellite capacity in real time, means we can deal instantaneously with requests and can wind it back when that demand subsides, or normally when guests depart that is.” The concept of flexible data plans allowing users to cope with highly fluctuating data volume is supported by OmniAccess, whose Plexus Controller provides an easy to use tool for network selection, monitoring and controlling user traffic. OmniAccess Deputy CEO, Carlos Carbajal, told me, “The ‘like-home’ experience

OmniAccess provides you with unparalleled NextGen Broadbeam VSAT speeds of up to 400Mbps, local WiFi networks as well their NextGen iO mobile (4G) data plans. These various networks are integrated through their cutting-edge traffic-steering application, so as to always provide you with the best connectivity experience depending on your requirements, whether this be for latency sensitive apps or for higher bandwidth needs such as HD video streaming. To ensure all your networks run smoothly their state-of-the-art Network Operations Centre is available to you 24x7, should you ever encounter a complication or require support from the team. For more details Tel: +34 971 01 63 33 or visit www.omniaccess.com

lies in combining different technologies available (WIFI, 4G/5G, VSAT) and being able to steer traffic through the correct channel depending on the requirements of the specific application. Video streaming, data download or uploads are not latency sensitive and can be channelled through our VSAT connection, whilst gaming or video-conferencing is better channelled through 4G or Wifi, when available.” Plexus Controller appears to be well up to the job when Carlos said, “Plexus TV will compress high bandwidth video into a smaller IP stream whilst ensuring you retain HD video quality, and our NextGen iO ‘traffic steering’ capability automatically selects between VSAT, 4G/5G or local WiFi networks depending on the device requirements and available connectivity.”

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YACHT CLIENTS WANT FULL INTERNET REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING CONSISTENCY OF SPEED AND SERVICE AND EXPECT THE SAME STANDARD AS A GOOD 5-STAR HOTEL Regarding the ever-present need to have security in place, Excelerate have their roots working with Government emergency response and mission-critical incidents, so their level of network security and protection ticks almost every box. David said, “Our teleports are ISO 27001 accredited, and this gives us capability and credibility for Level 4 risk – an internationally recognised 24/7 security level required by many Government departments before major contracts are offered. Not just for cyber-security, but total resilience, whereby we operate 2x teleports and 2x satellites inter-connected, with instantaneous failover, so if one goes down the network continues to function via the other.” “In the same way some businesses have good cyber-security policies in place and others don’t, the same rule applies to yachts, so, where we can, we try and ‘mitigate’ risk by offering all our clients help with their on-board security advice or needs.” When questioned about security, OmniAccess’ Carlos Carbajal, confirmed, “Security is paramount and present in all our products in multiple forms. We we take a global view, utilising a combination of tools, applications and processes to ensure our clients traffic is always secured. From encryption of over-theair traffic, management of on-board firewalls and encryption of VOIP communications, we take security very seriously indeed.”

Excelerate Marine is a full end-to-end supplier, integrator and maintainer of Yacht Technology Solutions. They strive to differentiate themselves by being an inventor and developer of their own solutions as well as being a Satellite Network Operator with real time control of bandwidth provision and quality. Excelerate provides customised flexible 4G and VSAT tariffs that really do reflect the yacht’s needs throughout a season at very competitive costs. Through an innovative and user focused approach, Excelerate enables the ease, freedom and security to always connect to data, video, voice wherever and whenever. They can package solutions to create unrivalled value, scalability and flexibility. For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 83 58 03 43 or visit www.exceleratemarine.com

With speeds of up to 400mbps achievable from GEO satellites, final delivery is still very good, but from iphone to satellite and back it’s a 72,000km round-trip, and latency can present problems, combined with other logistical difficulties associated with the vast distances involved. Regarded a major and significant step-change within the communications industry, low earth orbit LEO satellites are predicted to overcome many of the difficulties some users are currently experiencing, a view commonly held by David Savage, when he said, “In the next decade or so, I foresee we will walk out of the office, the i-phone will be working on Low Orbit satellites and a 5G network and we won’t even know it because it will all work seamlessly, on one bill, that won’t be excessively expensive either.” Others such as OmniAccess have clearly set out their future strategy, as Carlos Cabajal told me, “We’re closely engaged with Telesat as launching partner of their upcoming LEO constellation projected for 2022-23. The planned LEO constellation includes 200+ new satellites, which will offer global coverage, much higher speeds than current VSAT technology, as well as much lower latency. We have already started testing the first LEO satellite recently launched by Telesat and we’re confident this is the future of satellite connectivity for the marine industry and the service will more than satisfy the demands of Owners.”

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A day in the life of... OLIVER FRÖLS

CEO FOUNDER MARIVENT YACHTS BALEARICS

fter spending his informative years living in Madrid, Oliver Fröls built a marine business and distribution agency for Bombardier PWCs, eventually overseeing 700 dealers worldwide. This invaluable experience sent Oliver on to his next project called Marivent Yachts. Based in Mallorca, the yacht broker and charter company is the main representative for Fjord Yachts but includes within its portfolio Arcadia Yachts, Prestige, Austin Parker and more recently Excess Catamarans. Oliver has together with his team, been awarded numerous accolades and awards including being the number one global distributor for Fjord Yachts seven years running. After working and living on Mallorca for the past 30 years, Oliver’s network of friends and business associates is wide reaching. With spending much of his time visiting the marinas, ports and maritime associated businesses on the island, Oliver’s a well known and respected resident on the island always arriving with a smile and a joke.

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EARLY MORNING After an early breakfast at home, when he’s not travelling, Oliver travels to the Palma office for team meetings. This time of year, the last of the boats are leaving the sheds, the sales team present updates on the sales funnel for new boats across the product ranges, and the yachts planned for imminent delivery are discussed to make sure any specific owner additions have been completed. From a potential client’s first point of contact with the company, to the actual yacht’s delivery and servicing, Oliver keeps a close eye on the customer journey and demands a high level of service from all the team. The team has a close relationship and work together more like a family with Oliver being the respected and loved patriarchal figure. Across the multiple brands, logistics plays a key part in delivering these levels of service, so Marivent’s interaction with its partners such as Hanse Yachts, Arcadia and Prestige is of the upmost importance. Clients are far and wide and each customer can have different options throughout the specific yacht, so complete track and trace of yacht specifics is paramount, together with the desired delivery dates being met. “Purchasing a yacht, no

Show, Monaco, Cannes and Dusseldorf to yacht shows further north in Europe and across the Atlantic, Marivent as a sales agent for its brands is busy all year round. The shows are longer within the high season months and require attendance throughout the year in many different locations. Logistically this is a massive undertaking and together with its partner brands Marivent carefully plans staff and yacht transport and sets down a specific set of goals for each show. Oliver notes, “It’s important for the business to have a plan when attending these shows and be able to look back and track leads or at least monetize our show attendance to some extent.” Marivent has recently set up a new office in Ibiza and developing this region is of growing importance. Driven by customer demand, Marivent have always prided themselves on developing the brand to deliver the best possible customer experience throughout their yacht’s lifetime. Opening the new office in Ibiza is a direct effect of client demands and is already proving to be a successful location. Quite often the final meetings of the day are with the after sales department to check on all work in progress and make sure delivery schedules and any planned maintenance is running as planned. We discuss client feedback and see if suggestions or comments need to be addressed or can in fact be brought in to our business plan to enhance service standards. Marivent’s goal is to deliver a seamless service from A-Z, to deliver the perfect customer experience. This has been the business ethos for Oliver over the past 30 years and will continue to be so.

matter the size, is a massive decision, but taking delivery is a wonderful moment for any person. So, it is with great attention and pride that we make 100% sure every detail is ticked off at this stage of the client journey with us. The actual moment of delivery can be quite emotional for all concerned, maybe sounds silly, but this is everyone’s favourite day.”

EVENING Of an evening at least twice a week, Oliver will find himself ‘networking’ somewhere across Europe either at a shipyard, the Hanse Group or with another partner or supplier. Building Marivent as a brand and delivering the highest levels of service is at the forefront of Oliver’s mind and this face to face contact with business associates is vital. “It allows us to give precious feedback to the shipyards,” Oliver explains. “Developing various strategies to drive all the brands is in everyone’s interest and just like our lunch time office conversations, these evening ‘business’ discussions often help in bringing some wonderful business ideas to fruition.It’s important to look at what other successful brands are doing and see if anything can de developed for the Marivent family.”

LUNCH Lunch is often spent with the team, where a more relaxed and informal chat about the business and island life in general takes place. From these more relaxed discussions (many now an adopted business processes) some great ideas have been born – it’s an ideal time to chuck about ideas and have people from different departments put in their personal feelings and comments. The foundation of Merivent is and has always been to work as a team and for everyone to have an element of input. AFTERNOON Marivent have some form of representation at all the boat shows across the world. From a larger scale presence at the grander Mediterranean shows such as the Palma Boat ONBOARD | SUMMER 2019 | 137

TO TARRAGONA In this effervescent port city, Roman history collides with beaches, bars and a food scene that perfumes the air with freshly grilled seafood

GRAN PALAS Just on the outskirts of town, but well worth the trips in and out of the city. Incredible spa to pamper yourself, great restaurants and bars, with very well appointed rooms. Your typical beach & spa hotel, but with that added touch of luxury. www.granpalashotel.com | €€€€€

STAY HOTEL ASTARI A sleek, modern hotel in the new part of the city just a 15 minute stroll down the Rambla Nova to the old city. Service is excellent, sea view rooms, modern and comfortable - you get the idea. www.hotelastari.com | €€€ HOTEL LAURIA A revered hotel just a couple of blocks from the old city. A clean and simple 3 star hotel that does the job… On-site gym, pool, buffet breakfast – great staff, great value for money and comfortable. www.hotel-lauria.com | €€€ TERRA DOMINICATA Although dating back to the 12th century, the interior of Terra Dominicata is utterly contemporary. The minimalist rooms and suites feel in tune with the building’s history. Spend the day in the hotel grounds, soaking up the views from the pool. www.terradominicata.com | €€€€ 138 | SUMMER 2019 | ONBOARD

LA BOELLA This boutique hotels offers 13 exquisitely decorated suites with designer furniture and the obligatory ‘pillow menu’. The pool and garden areas are a little oasis of tranquillity, with a range of restaurants, bars and the option to visit the Boella vineyard. Book it Dano! www.laboella.com | €€€€

EAT XAMFRA DEL FORUM A must on any visit to the area, Nacho Pous has built an enviable reputation for delivering innovative local Mediterranean cuisine. The award winning restaurant is simply decorated and in a beautiful location, perfect for any celebration or just a quiet lunch. The set menus are an incredible 22€ per person - astounding value. www.xdfrestaurant.com €€€ | +34 977 24 71 16 EL VERGEL A vegetarian restaurant with a cozy feeling serving carefully prepared and delicious food. Located in the old town just a minute form the Cathedral, the simple Nordic style decoration sets the perfect scene to enjoy some incredibly innovative dishes. www.elvergeltarragona.com €€€€ | +34 877 06 48 50 DEGVSTA Located in the historic centre, built into a farm, the vestiges of the old medieval buildings are still present. This unusual setting means the restaurant offers various choices of room style, from common areas, the private dining experience to kitchen style seating arrangements. But not forgetting the spectacular food based around daily specials and locally sourced traditional cuisine. www.degvsta.com €€€ | +34 977 252 428

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ELS 5 SENTITS With a history of over 20 years, this eatery offers simple, local, good quality and excellent value fare. Great for large groups, no frills, no messing but nothing special either. Well worth the money with generous portions and great service. www.restaurantels5sentits.com €€ | +34 977253170 L’ANCORA A typical coastal seafood eatery, with the added twist of being decorated as a large vintage yacht or even pirate ship…great value, great service with an interesting and varied range of fish dishes. Arrive early or book to get a table on the terrace. www.ancoradelserrallo.com €€€ | +34 617 49 46 54

BAR CORTIJO Probably the oldest bar in the city with a traditional feel and offering. Definitely one for the bucket list to mix with the locals and even sample some of the local dishes on offer.

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CULTURAL AFTERNOON UNESCO The ancient Roman ruins were placed on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2000. The site includes an amphitheatre, theatre, circus, city walls, Roman necropolis and an aqueduct, which lies just outside the city.

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AMPHITHEATRE Built in the 2nd century the site measures 130m by 102m and could hold over 15,000 spectators.

LA ISLA DEL MOJITO Cheap cocktails, lively and friendly locals with live music every Sunday, could you ask for more?

TARRAGONA CATHEDRAL Declared a national monument in 1905, and was constructed in 1154. A glorious building with a bell tower 70m high.

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BEBOP A superb little intimate jazz club with regular live gigs and filled to the brim every night adding to the wonderful atmosphere, with the extra added bonus of serving great value drinks.

NATIONAL ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM The museum includes archaeological findings of Tarraco’s Roman and early Christian past. The museum’s origins lay in the 19th century, making it the oldest of its kind in Catalonia, with some collections assembling objects found from the 16th century onwards.

MIAMI LOUNGE This place is a must for before and after dinner cocktails. There is an extensive choice of cocktails available in this lively and perfectly located bar. The place is localy known for its buzzy ambience and brilliant night time lighting. A great place to visit with friends.

BEACH Finally, let´s not forget about Tarragona´s beautiful beach, Playa El Milagro. The golden sands of this Costa Dorada beach attracts visitors from all over and it offers a 980m stretch of sand as well as views of the port.

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CONCURS DE CASTELL The fascinating Concurs de Castell celebration takes place in Tarragona, every two years. In October, the Le Tarraco Arena and the streets of Tarragona are filled with 32 teams of everyday people climbing up each others’ backs and onto shoulders in an effort to make the tallest human pyramid. A sight to behold. EL SERRALLO PORT The fishing quarter, a picturesque area and well worth a stroll, watch the fishing boats bringing in their catch, whilst sampling tapas and aperos… BALCÓN DEL MEDITERRÁNEO The terrace and the paths that extend from it offer a multitude of photo opportunities. Continuing a little further along the beach, the scenery becomes more rugged, providing a wide range of landscapes and backdrops. FESTIVAL DE SANTA TECLA The largest festival of its kind in the region, taking place for 10 days in September, with origins tracing back to the 14th century. KORXO A locally popular old-town wine and tapas bar. Tables huddle under streetside umbrellas and there’s no wine list. The team will just dig you out something tasty from the impressive wine collection featuring Catalan DO favourites like Penedès and Montsant. Check out the down-to-earth tapas.

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1 1 JUNGLE TREKKING AND UNSEEN RITUALS IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA Papua New Guinea is one of the least explored countries in the world. Impenetrable forest and smouldering volcanoes make nature a fortress in this tropical land. Watch as birds of paradise flit between the trees with their magnificent plumage and crocodiles skulk in the muddy mangroves. Make your way through the rainforest by helicopter, boat and on foot, accompanied by a leading documentary producer, a researcher and local tribesmen. Only a handful of people have been privileged enough to visit these forgotten lands of the Kaningara tribe.

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4 SUBMERSIBLE DIVING IN THE MEDITERRANEAN From Roman wrecks to sunken Grecian cities, the Mediterranean’s seabed is awash with historic sites. Destinations such as Malta and Italy have long been popular for yacht charters, but the new way to explore is with a submersible onboard. Steered by Cookson pilots, these 2-to-7 seater vessels give the freedom to search the waters for shipwrecks carpeted in crustaceans and historic sites that have only recently been discovered. A submersible is the perfect viewing platform to spot life beneath the waves and to truly appreciate the beautiful marine life our oceans offer.

5 YACHT EXPEDITION TO THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Being the highest, driest and windiest continent on Earth, Antarctica is a city of icebergs. An expedition yacht with helicopter and submersible on board offers the best vantage point to view this extraordinary environment. Join leading scientists in climate and wildlife research and learn more about a continent that has changed the way we view our evolving world. Visit the Vernadsky Research Station, where long-term climate trends are studied. Every day aboard a yacht here will be different as you witness the ever-changing elements and the concentrations of wildlife.

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Is a passage plan optional? A recent Admiralty Court decision in London gave shipowners, operators and Masters a timely warning as to their collective responsibilities to seaworthiness. Words: Capt A. Croft MBA, AFNI

n brief, a container ship grounded leaving port due to ignorance of shallow ground warnings in a port fairway which should have been no go areas for a ship of this size and draft. The London court denied compensation under marine insurance as it had determined that: •à The vessel’s passage plan was defective with respect to the failure to appraise no go areas making its subsequent passage unsafe. •à The passage plan made the vessel unseaworthy. The court found that effective passage planning, and seaworthiness are linked. •à The unseaworthiness of the ship was the cause of the grounding as the Master did not know of this danger in his subsequent action to leave the fairway. •à Due diligence to ensure seaworthiness was not properly exercised by ships officers. The Safety Management System did not excuse the owner from liability as ships’ officers are employees (servants or agents) of the owner.

How does this ruling potentially affect large yachting operations? Although marine insurance is of generally little interest to Captains of superyachts, this ruling now makes a new emphasis on the proper preparation of passage plans and also, in its execution, and monitoring. A failure on part of the Captain or his officers potentially exposes any otherwise well-run yacht to Port State detention and other penalties. By merely being in a Port State’s waters, with a passage plan on board which does not clearly incorporate ALL currently available updated corrections and notations to paper or electronic charts, a yacht may be deemed unseaworthy and unsafe to proceed to sea. However, in yachting there are some other relevant points to bear in mind.

Extract of SOLAS Regulation applicable to small vessels and pleasure craft Regulation 34àapplies to all vessels but the degree of voyage planning may sensibly be less for small vessels and pleasure craft. There is still a need for prior planning, but the plan need not be written down. The following should particularly be taken into account when planning a boating trip: See www.mcanet.mcga.gov.uk/public/c4/ solas/solas_v/Regulations/regulation34.htm AlthoughàRegulation 34àonly applies when proceeding to sea, small craft users should adhere to the voyage planning principles when also sailing in categorised waters.

Master’s liability Secondly, and in addition, under SOLAS V, if the Master is responsible for the Passage Plan, and the Plan is found incomplete or deficient, then the Owners may have a claim on their insurers based on ‘Crew Negligence’. See further information at: www.mcanet.mcga.gov.uk/public/c4/solas/ solas_v/Regulations/regulation34_1.htm which gives the Rule on the Master’s Discretion...and which rather forbids interference from the Owner or Manager.

Conclusions? Whilst the lack of required certificates and supporting documents may render the vessel unseaworthy, it is as well for us to recognise the various conditions under which SOLAS V may not apply – e.g. tonnage limits of 150GT for all voyages and 500GT for International Voyages, and to also appreciate the various relaxations which flag-states may have agreed for smaller vessels flying their flags. For example, The UK Codes of Practice which are accepted as equivalence to the technical requirements of SOLAS, and their appreciation that (quote) ‘degree of voyage planning may sensibly be less for small vessels and pleasure craft’ (unquote). à The PYA recommends that the recent court ruling on the Container Vessel LIBRA case should be presented in the yachting sector as more of a reminder to those in yachting who should take note of the need to apply the professional statutory requirement to APPRAISE, PLAN, EXECUTE and MONITOR all movements of their vessels at all times…..even when moving anchorage position!

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The location of the superyacht (international waters or territorial waters) as well as the flag of the yacht determines the laws and regulations a drone operator should comply with. Within the EU, it is governed by the national aviation authorities of each member state unless you have permission from the relevant authorities. The law prohibits flying smallunmanned surveillance aircraft (i.e. a drone fitted with a camera) within 50 metres of any vehicle, structure or person not under the control of the person in charge of the aircraft. If your superyacht is flagged under the British Red Ensign, you may fly a drone to capture photos and video footage over your own yacht and the surrounding area as long as you comply with the afore mentioned restrictions. In the territorial waters of other jurisdictions, local laws must be followed.

Proven hybrid electric power is certainly the immediate way forward for superyachts and the clean fuel alternatives being investigated by various superyacht shipyards is a positive step. The Norwegians have introduced tough environmental legislation and are driving towards electric hybrid and batterypowered vessels, with several innovative new build projects aiming for zero emissions by 2030. The various small boat OEMs starting to produce 100% electric solutions are a positive step for a cleaner marine environment too. Yet to power an 80m yacht by battery alone is still many, many years away. You cannot hurry chemistry and the chemical process needed for battery manufacture on the scale and output required to power and run all systems onboard by current battery/lithium-ion energy storage systems. A superyacht is required to do so much more than just ferry her owner and VIPs.

As we all know, effective communication is always of great benefit. Whilst at sea, however, it’s also of paramount importance. Whether it’s the Captain, the Crew or the Support Services Partners ashore, the smooth, efficient and indeed safe running of a boat at sea involves the co-operation of many key stakeholders, each of whom have their own important and unique part to play. Effective communication is always a two-way cycle with its delivery and understanding being critical to its success, regardless of whether it’s face-toface, by telephone or via online messaging. Pivotal in this effective communications cycle is the Yacht Management Services Provider who, fully understanding the roles and responsibilities of the different stakeholders, can effectively liaise with and bring together all the parties, thus ensuring the provision of clear and rapid information, actions and solutions.

First and foremost, pay off any existing debts. These cost a ridiculous amount in interest. Then build an Emergency Pot. At least three months’ salary available at all times in case you find yourself looking for a job. Thirdly, save for education in order to progress your career, consider the costs of education. Plan for the next course and how much it will cost (including travel and accommodation), divide this by the number of months before the course, and save every month. Fourth is the longer term ‘Exit Pot’. What might you do when you leave yachting? A land based job, start your own business, retire? Save at least 25% of your remaining income every month. Penultimately, what about a ‘Property Pot’ If you want to invest in property, then start planning early. Last but not least the very necessary ‘Fun Pot’. Set an amount each month for having fun and travelling. Saying no to another night out is the hardest part!

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New generation, New jobs Laurence Lewis looks at the new skill sets needed by the next generation of crew that could give them the edge over their peers when looking for that next position

eneration Z, people born during the mid-nineties, is entering the workplace in the yachting industry. With their high-tech and hyper-connected upbringing, they bring a new set of behaviours and expectations in their place of work. That’s just as well, as their work place is changing too and over the last few years recruiters have seen exciting new jobs arising in the industry. ` The crew entering the market are now expected to come equipped with a large spectrum of skill sets to meet the needs of the 2.0 yacht owners and captains. The good thing is that Generation Z can multi task, even more so than Millennials. With constant interaction with apps, texts, videos they are used to paying attention and monitoring a variety of media and this will definitely set them apart from older colleagues. ` One such new job is drone pilot. We started getting these requests the last couple of years but nothing like this season when we have seen the demand for Drone Pilots rise by 30 %. The pool of available candidates is still not very large but is increasing steadily. Of course, as always in yachting, it is about multi-tasking, so the drone pilot will always have another job aboard such as deckhand, bosun, 3rd/ 2nd`officer.` ` What a great opportunity for a tech savvy person to start a career! Drones have become interesting on a couple of levels for yachts. We have all seen those beautiful videos of yachts cruising in the sunset, of people jet skiing in idyllic settings, kite surfing in the best spots. Drones capture the experience of yachting and allow guests to go home with great footage of their friends and family at play in the most desirable locations around the world. This is the ultimate holiday souvenir; it does not get better. Of course, drone pilots also provide great content

for marketing videos for charter yachts whose Instagram accounts flourish as they compete for followers. Drones can also help in terms of inspection of hard to reach or normally in-accessible areas on the yacht, it’s a new pair of eyes, handy to have for the deck crew before starting a job. Becoming a certified drone pilot is definitely an interesting path to follow, which sets candidates apart in a market where owners and captains are looking for more and more extra skills. ` ` A new generation of yacht owners whose centre of interests lie in extreme sports calls for a new breed of deckhands, so here comes the deckhand/ kite surfer instructor! For the 2019 Med season we have received a plethora of requests such as “looking for a fun, sporty kite surfer deckhand”. Whilst they spend some time teaching guests how to kitesurf their main duties will still be regular deckhand tasks such as washdowns, setting up the deck, line handling`and tender driving. Many of these jobs are of course on expedition vessels that spend much of their time around the Pacific but not all. For those looking to enter this buoyant job market, the International Kiteboarding Organization are a good place to start and for now, the demand for such candidates outweighs the supply. ` Another highly popular request this year has been for Spa and Beauty, Massage and Sport Therapists and we doubled the number of placements in this segment between the 2018 Mediterranean season and the 2019 season, perhaps not surprising as the size of yachts keeps on increasing. For many guests, for instance, a massage has become part of their enjoyment onboard the yacht to help them unwind from their busy life ashore. Popular treatments for guests and crew include deep-tissue massages, and treatments designed to be anti-stress and anti-fatigue. Therapists cater for a variety of requests and need to specifically be aware of how to address over exposure to the sun and sea. ` Wellness and well-being are the defining concepts of our time and these new jobs on yachts address these needs. For recruiters this is also a stimulating time as we look forward to welcoming and accompanying newcomers into the yachting industry.

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08P TECHNO SLALOM & LONG DISTANCE CUP

03P ROLEX FASTNET RACE

05P HISWA IN-WATER BOAT SHOW

Torbol, Italy

ICC Sydney

Cowes to Plymouth, UK

Porto Cervo, Italy

Lelystad, The Netherlands

13P AQUAX UK CHAMPIONSHIPS

09P FALMOUTH SAILING WEEK

10P CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL

Torquay, UK

Falmouth, Cornwall, UK

Cannes, France

17 P HOBIE CAT EUROPEAN CUP

10P LENDY COWES WEEK

11P MONACO CLASSIC WEEK

PMonaco

La Rochelle, France

Cowes Yacht Haven, Isle of Wight

19 P IUM OFFSHORE SERIES

24P RED BULL CLIFF DIVING

22P SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW

Stresa, Italy

Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Mayflower Park, Southampton, UK

26P TAITTINGER RSYC REGATTA

24P ROLEX TP52 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

25P MONACO YACHT SHOW

Solent Racing Club, UK

Puerto Portals, Spain

Port Hercule, Monaco

27P REGATA COPA DEL REY

25P CORSICA CLASSIC WEEK

30P OYSTER PALMA REGATTA 2019

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

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