INDUSTRY UPDATES Registration open for crew competitions at Virgin Islands Charter show Yachts and their crew are invited to register for Best in Show, top cocktail and culinary presentations at the upcoming USVI Charter Yacht Show. Hosted by the Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA), the show is to be held Nov. 12-15 at IGY Marina’s Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Included are several seminars for the brokerage industry and yacht crew, and “Charter Yacht Professional Excellence” certification training for captains and crew by Seven Seas Preparatory Academy. “Charter brokers repeatedly emphasize the importance of not
Optimizing feedback from users, Aquator Marine and Dockendo have partnered to better meet yacht crew and yacht owner staffing and management needs. The combination of Aquator Marine’s yacht management software and Dockendo recruiting platforms will enhance the user experience and increase development opportunities. aquatormarine.com | dockendo.com
only meeting new crew, but building relationships with crew of existing 2023 bookings, so we added several new networking opportunities,” said VIPCA Executive Director Oriel Blake. vipca.org
CHARTER YACHT BROKERS VISIT CREW AT THE 2021 USVI CHARTER YACHT SHOW
Merger of leaders in maritime security expands risk technology solutions To meet growing maritime risk concerns worldwide, Dryad Global and International Maritime Security Associates (IMSA) have merged their expertise in maritime intelligence and security technology to provide real-time analysis, risk assessment, and security solutions for all vessels, including government and commercial fleets as well as yachts. The new company, working as Dryad Global, will deliver support 24/7/365 to yacht crew, yacht owners, and yacht management companies through IMSA’s G-i2C Global Intelligence, Information, and Communications Center. Its proprietary Automated Risk Management Solutions (ARMS) Fleet Manager platform offers yacht managers a single platform to track their vessels, see all of the global maritime intelligence, and securely communicate with their fleet. The ARMS shipboard software provides real-time, vital information on disease outbreaks, weather changes, cyber threats, port delays, civil unrest, piracy, and other issues. The technology also includes full fleet tracking via secure communication links direct to vessels. “In addition to improving security awareness, agility and cost-effectiveness of transit, there will also be a better provision and assurance of Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS),” stated Dryad Global CEO Corey Ranslem, founder of IMSA Global and Triton technology editor. Phil Diacon is COO of Dryad Global. The company has offices in the U.S., Australia, and the U.K. dryadglobal.com ARMS USER INTERFACE
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Crew placement app teams up with yacht software company
Macmillan-Bell takes the helm at MHG Insurance Alastair Macmillan-Bell has been named Group CEO of the MHG Group of Companies, based in Fort Lauderdale. He brings 35 years of insurance experience to the international insurance brokerage and advisory firm. The co-founder and former chairman and CEO, Andrew CEO ALASTAIR MACMILLAN-BELL Dudzinski, is now executive chairman. Macmillan-Bell brings diverse experience in the marine and energy market, cruise and travel sector, and international maritime medical service market. Most recently he served as senior vice president with an international risk and human capital solutions firm. “With his extensive insurance background and international experience, Alastair comes uniquely qualified for this opportunity,” Dudzinski said. MHG provides expertise in crew employee benefits in the yacht, cruise, and commercial shipping sectors. The company has offices in the U.S. and Europe. mhginsurance.com
