2017 Triton Today Wednesday Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017

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Find out with this little nautical quiz. n What does the yellow and black L, or Lima, flag mean at sea — and what does it mean in harbor? n True or false: A boat on starboard tack is required to give way to a boat on a port tack?

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Upcoming Events Today, 1 pm Exploring the Great Northwest Passage seminar at the USSA American Pavilion, Yellow Zone at Bahia Mar.

Today, 2 pm A United Approach to the Caribbean Crisis, a seminar to address hurricane relief needed in the Eastern Caribbean.

USSA American Pavilion, Yellow Zone at Bahia Mar.

Today, 3 pm Burger Boat Co. new product launch.

USSA American Pavilion, Yellow Zone at Bahia Mar.

Tonight, 5:30-7:30 pm USSA Taste of Fort Lauderdale, featuring tastings from local restaurants. RSVP requested at www. ussuperyacht.com. USSA American Pavilion, Yellow Zone at Bahia Mar.

Tonight, 7-11 pm ISS 27th Gala for Design & Leadership, including awards presentation. www. superyachtsociety.org See more items to pencil into your calendar this week on page 10.

SPIT SHINE: First Officer Corey Thompson and Deckhand Cameron King prepped M/Y Octopussy, a 143-foot Heesen, as dayworkers Tuesday for the 58th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. See more crew photos on pages 6-7. PHOTO/DORIE COX

New producer amps up show

By Dorie Cox Yachts, crew and businesses should see increased amps, more bars and fresh planks on opening day today at this year’s 58th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). That is to say, Informa has made significant investments to the show infrastructure.

This is the first year that Informa and Show Management are working in conjunction on the show. In March, the London-based Informa purchased Yachting Promotions, the parent company of Show Management, which manages and produces the show. Informa brings its experience as

operators of about 200 industry events each year and as producers of the Monaco Yacht Show.

Andrew Doole, vice president/ general manager for Show Management Informa, thinks the changes will make a big difference. “[Cellular] speed should be vastly improved over last year,” Doole said. “We spent a lot of time with internet signals and added a lot of equipment at Bahia Mar.” Displays inside the vendor tents have new flooring and new power configurations with more access for

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Tim Davey of ISSGMT organized the revival of The Oasis at the Swimming Hall of Fame.

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Crew can escape show at Oasis

By Dorie Cox and Lucy Chabot Reed The Oasis is back.

After being unable to secure a location last year, The Oasis – a private place for yacht captains and crew to get away from the show for a break and some food – opens today at the Swimming Hall of Fame.

The Oasis was organized by Tim Davey of ISSGMT and Show Management. Seven other companies have joined in to sponsor the space, but not as a mini show within the show.

“Show Management recognized that happy crew on the boats helps the show,” said Davey, whose company manages air flights for professional mariners.

In an effort to keep the environment relaxing, only captains and crew will be admitted, Davey said, with priority given to those working in the show. Each yacht should have received an invitation to visit The Oasis.

It will be open with the show at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. and offer breakfast, lunch, snacks, beverages, wifi, and a charging station for cell phones and other devices. Tables and couches are intermingled with the plaques, photos and trophies of the Swimming Hall of Fame. Access the Oasis from the

VIP entrance inside the show, where a golf cart will carry crew to The Oasis. On foot, head east toward A1A just east of the pools and look for the sign.

“Being just outside the show, we see it as a positive where captains and crew can step outside the hurly-burly of the show and relax in an inviting, relaxing environment,” said Vivien Godfrey, CEO of Bluewater Books and Charts, one of the Oasis’ sponsors. “And hopefully that will be something they remember and associate with our brand.”

Other sponsors include Priva (formerly MTN Satellite), MHG Marine Insurance, Bluewater Books & Charts, Only Yacht Insurance, Yacht Chandlers, Bluewater, and Vikand Solutions.

The Oasis was in a private home across the ICW from the show in 2015, but it did not appear in 2016 because it could not work out the details with Show Management over access and location.

“We are doing this as a thank you to captains and crew for using our companies,” said Davey, who noted they expect to feed about 300 crew each day.

“It is our way of giving back.”

In related news, the Captains Hideout will not be at the show.

Dorie Cox is editor and Lucy Chabot Reed is publisher of Triton Today.

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CHECKING THE TIDE: Triton Today’s Question of the Day Do you have a tattoo?

Tattoos are popular these days, so we wondered if that holds true for the yacht industry. After all, many crew are often advised to note any visible tattoos on their CV. Turns out that the majority of crew we talked to yesterday have more than one. And each tattoo has a story.

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Deckhand Sebastian Robinson M/Y Cheers 46 140’ Benetti “One is a quote for a lover. When I got it, it was at a very happy time of my life. It says, ‘you are mine’ in Arabic.

I’m an American, but it is very beautiful.”

Dayworker Cameron King M/Y Octopussy 143’ Heesen “Yes, I got them in college.

One says, “Fear none but God”. It means don’t be scared; you want something? Go do it.”

Mate John Richard M/Y Alessandra III 112’ Westport “I never had anything I felt that strongly about to have permanently on my body. I think if it’s a private boat and the owner doesn’t care, but it can affect your job” Deckhand Paulyn “Pop” Salazar Ocean Alexander “No tattoos, I have piercings. They are private. Plus, I have not found anything that I would tattoo. I think a blank canvas is as beautiful as a painting. If I get one, it will be hidden.”

Chief Eng. Ben Beering M/Y Long Aweighted 116’ Lazzara “I have 12, they range from this siren of the sea – because women sink ships – and my last name, a wolf and a ship.

My first one was when I was 16. Before yachting, I did commercial fishing in the Bering Sea.” First Mate Jean DuPlessis M/Y Muchos Mas 145’ Crescent “Me? None. I don’t like them. Lucky for me I don’t have to hide them. Crew put on makeup with hair spray over top so it doesn’t sweat off.”

Mate Lindsey Jessop M/Y B/W 120’ Palmer Johnson “Just one tribal, it was designed by my friend. I will never get another. I forget it’s there most days.

People with them on their arms and legs often struggle in this industry.”

We d n e s d ay • Nov. 1 , 2 0 1 7 | 5 Deckhand T.J. Miskella M/Y Zoom Zoom Zoom 161’ Trinity “None. I think if you have too many it can be a problem in this industry.”

Deckhand Kevin Simpson M/Y Boxer 112’ Westport “No tattoos. My dad would sand it off or chainsaw my arm off. And I don’t think I could pull it off, anyway.”

Mate Laura Ransing M/Y Cheers 46 140’ Benetti “One, a couple of stars. I hate it, I want it removed. I got it when I was younger.

But it is hidden. Of all the questions you could ask, that is my worst thing.”

Dayworker Drew Hunt M/Y Victoria 113’ Hatteras “Not me, my parents would kill me, plus I’m not sure how my future will turn out. I don’t have anything that I love that much to be permanent.”

Dayworker Jessie Sahaydak M/Y Long Aweighted 116’ Lazzara “Six pirate tattoos.

My ancestors were pirates on my mom’s side. Like this one on my feet is Rum Runners because that’s what many were.”

Capt. Tom Jackson M/Y F5 75’ Sunseeker “I have one on top of another. I got my first one when I was young and dumb.

And I have one over top of that. I think of getting more but I have no reason yet.”

Dayworker Corey Thompson M/Y Octopussy 143’ Heesen “I have tattoos I got before yachting. It takes you out of 30-50 percent of the job pool. On smaller boats you work more with the owner and most want no tattoos. I work on the bigger boats.”

Stew/Mate Valentina Bazan M/Y F5 75’ Sunseeker “I have two horses, so I have a horseshoe; my daughter’s initials and a tiger shark. I like to teach the kids that sharks are not so scary. My daughter has a group of friends that love tiger sharks now. Every tattoo stands for something. My next one would be a tropical flower.”

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DOING THE CREW THING: Preps for opening day The docks were a controlled calm considering that the opening day of the 58th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is a day earlier than last year. The show runs from Wednesday to Sunday. Historically the show ran Thursday to Monday. PHOTOS/TOM SERIO and DORIE COX

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booths. Colin Lord, a project manager with Fairport Yacht Support, was on hand for yesterday’s setup at the U.S. Superyacht Association’s American Pavilion and noticed the new plastic flooring.

“Before, the floor was plywood and it became soft when it was reused,” Lord said. “This new floor is much more stable.”

In previous years, attendees stepped over many taped-down power cords, but this year’s new configuration is built around the edge of the inside of each tent.

“The perimeter power works great,” Lord said. “Before, there were towers with cables and wires running through the tent. This made it much easier to set up.”

Power cables and boxes have been replaced, and he said there were more outlets for vendors, he said.

Phil Purcell is executive director of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF), the show owner.

“The new electrical smart boxes should minimize disruption,” Purcell said. “You have to realize we’re building an entire city every show and these boxes move to all five [of Show Management’s] shows. There will always be challenges with six miles of dockage and things that are out in the elements.”

This year’s show will be easier to navigate with the introduction of color zones instead of the letter and number system.

Patience Cohn, industry liaison with MIASF, has attended many boat shows and knows her way around. But for a first-time attendee, she said the 40-acre space can be overwhelming.

“In the old days there was an A dock at the south end of the show and an A dock at the north end at Las Olas,” Cohn said. “It did get confusing.”

To solve issues like that, urban design firm EDSA was hired to create the new wayfinding systems. The company knows how to move people easily and has designed for Disney, Doole said.

“We have also worked with them on Bahia Mar redevelopment plans, so they

know the property intimately,” he said.

The office of Megan Lagasse, general manager at Bahia Mar Yachting Center, is on the water at the center of the show.

She often helped people find their way during the show and thinks the colors will help visitors.

“I think the signage makes all the difference and the entrance looks great,” Lagasse said. “But it’s like anything else; it will take a year for people to embrace the change.”

Much of the show’s dockage is brought in and there are upgrades there, also. Composite boards are replacing wood.

“The company has built 125 new 40-foot docks,” Doole said. “We’re at 97 percent replacement and will be 100 percent for the Miami Yacht Show. And we’re re-decking a lot of the existing inventory. We have over a mile of new floating docks.”

“The new docks look great,” Lagasse said. “It makes it look like a real marina instead of a temporary one.”

Part of the impetus for upgrades to docks began with the show in Miami where local ordinances require encapsulated styrene on the water side of docks to prevent pieces of styrene breaking off into the water. Since that show, now known as Miami Yacht Show on Collins Ave., and Palm Beach International Boat Show share the same docks with FLIBS, all will benefit, Doole said.

Fire prevention services have also been upgraded by Fire Ranger Marine in Fort Lauderdale, and security measures are enhanced at this year’s show.

“We have evaluated and updated procedures with the Marine Patrol, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security,” Purcell said. “They have always been there, they have always worked with us on some level – it has just been increased.”

The entrance gates will have metal detectors and bag checks, but attendees may not see other security measures.

“The goal is for them not to be seen,” Purcell said.

Dorie Cox is editor of Triton Today.

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National Marine Suppliers cuts party back to private fundraiser

By Dorie Cox For the past 15 years, captains, crew and industry professionals have made memories at National Marine Suppliers’ annual party during the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. From 150 attendees the first year, to more than 9,000 last year, the event grew into an important part of FLIBS for many captains and crew who sought out tickets.

But that era is over.

NMS founder Dean DuToit is returning the event back to its roots. This year the company has planned a private event for invited guests only.

“We have reverted back to our original plan and created a Customer Appreciation Gala Charity Dinner,” DuToit said. “Bringing back the concept of thanking our industry and customers

and raising money for breast cancer research.”

DuToit is proud of his team’s fundraising, the focus of most of their events, including the recent Poker Run. The company has donated $250,003 from money raised at the last four parties, he said. But that goal will be accomplished in a different way, especially after the most recent party location was demolished recently.

“The party turned into an industry event that, as a little supply company, we never expected,” DuToit said. “It will never be repeated and will never be duplicated. The Las Olas Riverfront was the ultimate location and now that it is no longer standing, the party has come to an end.”

Dorie Cox is editor of Triton Today.

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Donate for kids, crew will deliver

By Dorie Cox The crew of M/Y Dorothea III are known for their charity work. They are fresh off a stop to deliver water, food and supplies in Turks & Caicos after the hurricanes this summer. And they will be at it again after a shipyard period.

Next the itinerary has them on their way to Central America with what they hope are tons of school supplies to donate to children in need.

“Our goal is to collect 10,000 pounds to load onto the boat and stop along the way in small village towns to bring much needed help to these children,” Chief Stew Bri McCurdy said.

Although the yacht is not in the show, Capt. John Crupi is scheduled to speak at “A United Approach to the Caribbean Crisis” with Superyacht Aid Coalition and YachtAid Global. The event features Dominica’s Honorable Dr. John Collin McIntyre, Acting Prime Minister of Dominica as well as Minister for Planning, Economic Development and

Investment to address hurricane relief needed in the Eastern Caribbean and takes place at USSA American Pavilion, Yellow Zone at Bahia Mar on Wed., 2 pm.

Meanwhile, find the yacht’s donation box in the Oasis (see location details on page 3) during the show for items such as books, pens, paper, colored pencils, notebooks, calculators and English/ Spanish dictionaries Another donation box is at the security gate at Derecktor in Dania Beach, Florida, which is located near the Fort Lauderdale International Airport.

The crew will take donations until their scheduled departure in late December or early next year.

To donate money, visit the crew’s crowd funding site, www.gofundme. com/crew-for-a-cause-school-supplies or contact brimccurdy@gmail.com for details.

Dorie Cox is editor of Triton Today.

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Planning Ahead

OFF THE DOCK: Some of the parties that have happened so far See more photos at www.the-triton.com.

@ NMS

These events are coming up this week, and we didn’t want you to miss something important. Some require registration or RSVPs. The Marine Industries Association of South Florida is hosting a panel discussion and Q&A with officers from the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Saturday from noon-2:30 p.m. (lunch included) onboard the MIASF host boat M/V Grand Floridian. Invitation required. Request one at nicole@miasf. org or stop by the boat to register.

IGY Marinas’ Coffee Talk on customs and immigration, with attorney Scott Hershenson. Friday, 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the IGY booth in Yacht Builders Tent.

More than 100 people joined National Marine Suppliers for its 10th annual Poker Run. The ride has so far raised more than $250,000 for breast cancer research and awareness.

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@ MHG Dozens of industry pros turned out in their alter egos for MHG Insurance’s annual boat show party, this time to the theme of Superheroes.

Triton Editor Dorie Cox is hosting the monthly captains lunch on Sunday at noon at the show. Request an invite at dorie@the-triton.com or call Dorie’s cell, 305-393-3134. Space is limited.

@ Ocean Wine & Spirits

4th annual Top Notch Tabletop Challenge by Aqualuxe Outfitting and the Table Top Challenge by Liquid Yacht Wear both take place on Friday. Find out details and register to compete by visiting www. aqualuxeoutfitting.com or www. facebook.com/liquidyachtwear.

USSA’s Signature Sip, a cocktail competition. Crew will showcase their mixology skills and compete for prizes.

Visit www.ussuperyacht.com and scroll to the bottom to register to compete (not the RSVP to attend). The event takes place at the USSA’s American Pavilion in the Yellow Zone at Bahia Mar on Thursday from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Yacht Chandlers’ 10th annual Crew Appreciation Party happens Saturday night at 7 at the Sway Nightclub in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Party with a purpose as all donations will go toward hurricane aid relief. Request an invite at www.yachtchandlers.com.

Captains and others in the yachting industry turned out to help Ocean Wine & Spirits open its new location on Las Olas Boulevard.

@ VBH USA Nearly 100 industry professionals joined VBH USA to open its new office in Fort Lauderdale.

The Dutch company creates audio/visual systems, IT networks and security platforms for large yachts.

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