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ECPY Guidance for Yachts During COVID-19
BIO-UV Group’s Coronavirus Surface Killer Approved
COVID-19 Update: Regulations in France
COVID-19 Update: Cruising in Albania this Summer
Greek Yachting is Back in Business
Eight Solar Electric Catamarans Under Construction at Silent Yachts
Inmarsat 2020 Superyacht Connectivity Survey Opens
COVID 19 Update: Cruising in Greece this Summer
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As of May 28, luxury crewed charter yachts are once again free to travel across the entirety of Greek waters, allowing guests to enjoy their vacation time in one of the safest ways possible.
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Albania has seen a very low rate of COVID-19 infection, with only 1,076 cases and 33 deaths to date. Currently, yachts are permitted to enter Albania with pre-approval for bunkering and provisioning.
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BIO-SCAN™, the UV-C-based surface disinfectant system announced last month by BIO-UV Group, has now received certification from two independent testing laboratories.
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While the current coronavirus pandemic is affecting many industries right now, it’s a fact that superyachts still need to get home. Gabriele Consiglieri is working hard to make this happen.
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Inmarsat has opened its third and most extensive yet annual Superyacht Connectivity Survey, providing a unique state-of-the-industry assessment of satellite communications usage in the sector.
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Zeelander Yachts’ state-of-the-art shipyard is undergoing an expansion in response to growing demand. This will also allow the company to prepare the ground for the development of new models.
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From captains choosing insurance plans for their crew to individuals looking for personal medical cover, ensuring you have adequate insurance for all those working on board a superyacht is vital.
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Plans have been announced for a new boating event, the Olympic Yacht Show, to be held October 1-4, 2020, at Marina Sounio located some 75km southeast of Athens city centre.
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Yachts stationed in France can currently sail, with or without a client on board, in French and international waters regardless of their flag or registration, and anchor to the ordinary rules.
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Dealers and brokers around Asia are reporting a significant recent uptick in interest in owning a boat – perhaps not surprisingly, people are sensing the attraction of life on the open sea.
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Yesterday, in a letter to the organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show, both SYBAss and LYBRA, two major industry associations, confirmed that they will not be participating at this year’s event.
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Following publication of a prefectoral decree outlining easing of restrictions for nautical activities in French waters, ECPY has issued an update to clarify the implications for commercial yachts.
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Turkey looks like it will be one of the first countries opening up to cruising this summer, with the government announcing that it foresees activities to start as of the May 27.
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An update from the French Government stated that a conference will be held on May 25 between the EU Ministers to discuss the possibility of the reopening of the European and UK borders by June 8.
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Keeping the industry up-to-date on the impact of COVID-19 on marine businesses throughout the world, OnboardOnline is bringing you a concise digest of announcements by region, as we receive them.
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The organisers of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival, Europe’s largest in-water event, have confirmed that this year’s show will go ahead as planned from September 8-13.
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In September 2020, the MEDYS will be presented, for the first time ever in virtual form, via a specially designed platform of the organisation’s official website.
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OnboardOnline reports about individuals working in the yachting sector in Italy and France who are helping to combat the effects of coronavirus by offering help to those who need it most.
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Food safety management is not something we often hear about in yachting but, in an industry that prides itself on excellence, we presume this extends to the way food is handled on board the same as on land.
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The Israeli Marine Innovation Association is asking sailors and boaters to share a photo of themselves waving something yellow as a message of hope for ocean lovers.
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As of May 28, luxury crewed charter yachts are once again free to travel across the entirety of Greek waters, allowing guests to enjoy their vacation time in one of the safest ways possible.
Read More
Albania has seen a very low rate of COVID-19 infection, with only 1,076 cases and 33 deaths to date. Currently, yachts are permitted to enter Albania with pre-approval for bunkering and provisioning.
Read More
BIO-SCAN™, the UV-C-based surface disinfectant system announced last month by BIO-UV Group, has now received certification from two independent testing laboratories.
Read More
While the current coronavirus pandemic is affecting many industries right now, it’s a fact that superyachts still need to get home. Gabriele Consiglieri is working hard to make this happen.
Read More
Inmarsat has opened its third and most extensive yet annual Superyacht Connectivity Survey, providing a unique state-of-the-industry assessment of satellite communications usage in the sector.
Read More
Zeelander Yachts’ state-of-the-art shipyard is undergoing an expansion in response to growing demand. This will also allow the company to prepare the ground for the development of new models.
Read More
From captains choosing insurance plans for their crew to individuals looking for personal medical cover, ensuring you have adequate insurance for all those working on board a superyacht is vital.
Read More
Plans have been announced for a new boating event, the Olympic Yacht Show, to be held October 1-4, 2020, at Marina Sounio located some 75km southeast of Athens city centre.
Read More
Yachts stationed in France can currently sail, with or without a client on board, in French and international waters regardless of their flag or registration, and anchor to the ordinary rules.
Read More
Dealers and brokers around Asia are reporting a significant recent uptick in interest in owning a boat – perhaps not surprisingly, people are sensing the attraction of life on the open sea.
Read More
Yesterday, in a letter to the organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show, both SYBAss and LYBRA, two major industry associations, confirmed that they will not be participating at this year’s event.
Read more
Following publication of a prefectoral decree outlining easing of restrictions for nautical activities in French waters, ECPY has issued an update to clarify the implications for commercial yachts.
Read more
Turkey looks like it will be one of the first countries opening up to cruising this summer, with the government announcing that it foresees activities to start as of the May 27.
Read More
An update from the French Government stated that a conference will be held on May 25 between the EU Ministers to discuss the possibility of the reopening of the European and UK borders by June 8.
Read More
Keeping the industry up-to-date on the impact of COVID-19 on marine businesses throughout the world, OnboardOnline is bringing you a concise digest of announcements by region, as we receive them.
Read More
The organisers of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival, Europe’s largest in-water event, have confirmed that this year’s show will go ahead as planned from September 8-13.
Read More
In September 2020, the MEDYS will be presented, for the first time ever in virtual form, via a specially designed platform of the organisation’s official website.
Read More
OnboardOnline reports about individuals working in the yachting sector in Italy and France who are helping to combat the effects of coronavirus by offering help to those who need it most.
Read More
Food safety management is not something we often hear about in yachting but, in an industry that prides itself on excellence, we presume this extends to the way food is handled on board the same as on land.
Read more
The Israeli Marine Innovation Association is asking sailors and boaters to share a photo of themselves waving something yellow as a message of hope for ocean lovers.
Read More
As of May 28, luxury crewed charter yachts are once again free to travel across the entirety of Greek waters, allowing guests to enjoy their vacation time in one of the safest ways possible.
Read More
Albania has seen a very low rate of COVID-19 infection, with only 1,076 cases and 33 deaths to date. Currently, yachts are permitted to enter Albania with pre-approval for bunkering and provisioning.
Read More
BIO-SCAN™, the UV-C-based surface disinfectant system announced last month by BIO-UV Group, has now received certification from two independent testing laboratories.
Read More
While the current coronavirus pandemic is affecting many industries right now, it’s a fact that superyachts still need to get home. Gabriele Consiglieri is working hard to make this happen.
Read More
Inmarsat has opened its third and most extensive yet annual Superyacht Connectivity Survey, providing a unique state-of-the-industry assessment of satellite communications usage in the sector.
Read More
Zeelander Yachts’ state-of-the-art shipyard is undergoing an expansion in response to growing demand. This will also allow the company to prepare the ground for the development of new models.
Read More
From captains choosing insurance plans for their crew to individuals looking for personal medical cover, ensuring you have adequate insurance for all those working on board a superyacht is vital.
Read More
Plans have been announced for a new boating event, the Olympic Yacht Show, to be held October 1-4, 2020, at Marina Sounio located some 75km southeast of Athens city centre.
Read More
Yachts stationed in France can currently sail, with or without a client on board, in French and international waters regardless of their flag or registration, and anchor to the ordinary rules.
Read More
Dealers and brokers around Asia are reporting a significant recent uptick in interest in owning a boat – perhaps not surprisingly, people are sensing the attraction of life on the open sea.
Read More
Yesterday, in a letter to the organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show, both SYBAss and LYBRA, two major industry associations, confirmed that they will not be participating at this year’s event.
Read more
Following publication of a prefectoral decree outlining easing of restrictions for nautical activities in French waters, ECPY has issued an update to clarify the implications for commercial yachts.
Read more
Turkey looks like it will be one of the first countries opening up to cruising this summer, with the government announcing that it foresees activities to start as of the May 27.
Read More
An update from the French Government stated that a conference will be held on May 25 between the EU Ministers to discuss the possibility of the reopening of the European and UK borders by June 8.
Read More
Keeping the industry up-to-date on the impact of COVID-19 on marine businesses throughout the world, OnboardOnline is bringing you a concise digest of announcements by region, as we receive them.
Read More
The organisers of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival, Europe’s largest in-water event, have confirmed that this year’s show will go ahead as planned from September 8-13.
Read More
In September 2020, the MEDYS will be presented, for the first time ever in virtual form, via a specially designed platform of the organisation’s official website.
Read More
OnboardOnline reports about individuals working in the yachting sector in Italy and France who are helping to combat the effects of coronavirus by offering help to those who need it most.
Read More
Food safety management is not something we often hear about in yachting but, in an industry that prides itself on excellence, we presume this extends to the way food is handled on board the same as on land.
Read more
The Israeli Marine Innovation Association is asking sailors and boaters to share a photo of themselves waving something yellow as a message of hope for ocean lovers.
Read More
A comprehensive resource for superyacht crew on a broad range of topics from on board operations, crew training, wellbeing and more.
Italy returned to the water once again after the Italian Prime Minister authorised sailing within the region of a person’s residence until June 2 and as of June 3, it should be possible to leave regional waters.
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The impacts of COVID-19 have reached far and wide, and owners, suppliers and crew have all been impacted in recent months, causing a revaluation of how different elements of the industry interact.
Read More
With yachting webinars now becoming the norm, the PYA brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss what the future of yachting might look like post lockdown for crew and the wider industry.
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There was a time when I share a view that yacht management reduces the ability of yacht captains to deliver service to owners. I now see that view was wrong - captains should not work in isolation.
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Does excellent training create excellent crew? This is a question certainly worth exploring since there are many factors which create excellence in superyacht crew of all departments.
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The current lockdown in yachting hubs around the globe have meant that many crew now find themselves in a position where their careers are on hold. However, this doesn’t necessarily need to be the case
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As much as the COVID-19 virus has a limited lifespan on textiles, it is imperative to have confidence that a superaycht's bed linen and towels, robes, cushions and throws and more are virus free.
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Captain Rod Hatch & John Cook talk us through some of the most common issues that are facing seafarers right now due to the pandemic and what action it is possible to take.
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With an impressive career working in marine electrical engineering, superyacht refits and on board some of the world’s most advanced superyachts, Ryan Porter is an ETO who can confidently say he knows his stuff.
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Adverse weather enhances the risks for yachts, not only in open waters but also in marinas and at anchor. The key to mitigating damage to a vessel as well as guests and crew is advance planning.
Read More
This week 'An Hour with Colin Squire' was dedicated to mental health to raise funds for ISWAN's new portal for superyacht crew. On Friday Colin was delighted to announce that the target was achieved!
Read more
Italy returned to the water once again after the Italian Prime Minister authorised sailing within the region of a person’s residence until June 2 and as of June 3, it should be possible to leave regional waters.
Read More
The impacts of COVID-19 have reached far and wide, and owners, suppliers and crew have all been impacted in recent months, causing a revaluation of how different elements of the industry interact.
Read More
With yachting webinars now becoming the norm, the PYA brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss what the future of yachting might look like post lockdown for crew and the wider industry.
Read more
There was a time when I share a view that yacht management reduces the ability of yacht captains to deliver service to owners. I now see that view was wrong - captains should not work in isolation.
Read more
Does excellent training create excellent crew? This is a question certainly worth exploring since there are many factors which create excellence in superyacht crew of all departments.
Read more
The current lockdown in yachting hubs around the globe have meant that many crew now find themselves in a position where their careers are on hold. However, this doesn’t necessarily need to be the case
Read more
As much as the COVID-19 virus has a limited lifespan on textiles, it is imperative to have confidence that a superaycht's bed linen and towels, robes, cushions and throws and more are virus free.
Read More
Captain Rod Hatch & John Cook talk us through some of the most common issues that are facing seafarers right now due to the pandemic and what action it is possible to take.
Read More
With an impressive career working in marine electrical engineering, superyacht refits and on board some of the world’s most advanced superyachts, Ryan Porter is an ETO who can confidently say he knows his stuff.
Read more
Adverse weather enhances the risks for yachts, not only in open waters but also in marinas and at anchor. The key to mitigating damage to a vessel as well as guests and crew is advance planning.
Read More
This week 'An Hour with Colin Squire' was dedicated to mental health to raise funds for ISWAN's new portal for superyacht crew. On Friday Colin was delighted to announce that the target was achieved!
Read more
Italy returned to the water once again after the Italian Prime Minister authorised sailing within the region of a person’s residence until June 2 and as of June 3, it should be possible to leave regional waters.
Read More
The impacts of COVID-19 have reached far and wide, and owners, suppliers and crew have all been impacted in recent months, causing a revaluation of how different elements of the industry interact.
Read More
With yachting webinars now becoming the norm, the PYA brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss what the future of yachting might look like post lockdown for crew and the wider industry.
Read more
There was a time when I share a view that yacht management reduces the ability of yacht captains to deliver service to owners. I now see that view was wrong - captains should not work in isolation.
Read more
Does excellent training create excellent crew? This is a question certainly worth exploring since there are many factors which create excellence in superyacht crew of all departments.
Read more
The current lockdown in yachting hubs around the globe have meant that many crew now find themselves in a position where their careers are on hold. However, this doesn’t necessarily need to be the case
Read more
As much as the COVID-19 virus has a limited lifespan on textiles, it is imperative to have confidence that a superaycht's bed linen and towels, robes, cushions and throws and more are virus free.
Read More
Captain Rod Hatch & John Cook talk us through some of the most common issues that are facing seafarers right now due to the pandemic and what action it is possible to take.
Read More
With an impressive career working in marine electrical engineering, superyacht refits and on board some of the world’s most advanced superyachts, Ryan Porter is an ETO who can confidently say he knows his stuff.
Read more
Adverse weather enhances the risks for yachts, not only in open waters but also in marinas and at anchor. The key to mitigating damage to a vessel as well as guests and crew is advance planning.
Read More
This week 'An Hour with Colin Squire' was dedicated to mental health to raise funds for ISWAN's new portal for superyacht crew. On Friday Colin was delighted to announce that the target was achieved!
Read more
Discover the commitment and actions being taken to protect our oceans through conservation and sustainability initiatives.
With Mother’s Day in the US held this Sunday 10th May, this year we're celebrating whales - the world's largest mums with the biggest hearts!
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There is a hidden gem in the remote South Pacific called Fakarava. This atoll is one of the numerous tiny dots on the map of French Polynesia, where the main island is Tahiti.
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Dr Emma Heslop of GOOS is currently setting up a system for the monitoring of the ocean as part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development 2021-2030.
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A growing number of sightings of sea life are emerging in Thailand which scientists attribute to the absence of tourists and fishing boats during the coronavirus pandemic.
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With the majority of the world currently stuck indoors, there’s more time than ever to curl up with a good book or lose yourself in an inspiring documentary.
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The shipyard in Shelter Bay, where we had hauled out Contigo for a well-needed bottom scrub and some urgent repairs to a sail drive, was literally in the middle of the jungle.
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The lovely stewardesses on MY IRISHA discuss how they've made their on board operations more eco-friendly, hoping to inspire others to do the same.
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While all Save the Med's field activities are cancelled due to COVID-19, the team is developing digital resources for all who would like to learn more about the oceans and how to protect them..
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Water Revolution Foundation's new Yacht Assessment Tool is designed to revolutionise the build processes of superyachts by empowering decision-makers to make sustainable choices.
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Global warming, climate change and plastic pollution are just three of many forces threatening our planet today, so there’s no better time for the superyacht industry to do its bit.
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Sustainability talk in the media focuses to a large extent on those who design, build or own superyachts, but where are the articles reporting on the ground about yachting events?
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With Mother’s Day in the US held this Sunday 10th May, this year we're celebrating whales - the world's largest mums with the biggest hearts!
Read More
There is a hidden gem in the remote South Pacific called Fakarava. This atoll is one of the numerous tiny dots on the map of French Polynesia, where the main island is Tahiti.
Read More
Dr Emma Heslop of GOOS is currently setting up a system for the monitoring of the ocean as part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development 2021-2030.
Read More
A growing number of sightings of sea life are emerging in Thailand which scientists attribute to the absence of tourists and fishing boats during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read More
With the majority of the world currently stuck indoors, there’s more time than ever to curl up with a good book or lose yourself in an inspiring documentary.
Read More
The shipyard in Shelter Bay, where we had hauled out Contigo for a well-needed bottom scrub and some urgent repairs to a sail drive, was literally in the middle of the jungle.
Read More
The lovely stewardesses on MY IRISHA discuss how they've made their on board operations more eco-friendly, hoping to inspire others to do the same.
Read More
While all Save the Med's field activities are cancelled due to COVID-19, the team is developing digital resources for all who would like to learn more about the oceans and how to protect them..
Read more
Water Revolution Foundation's new Yacht Assessment Tool is designed to revolutionise the build processes of superyachts by empowering decision-makers to make sustainable choices.
Read More
Global warming, climate change and plastic pollution are just three of many forces threatening our planet today, so there’s no better time for the superyacht industry to do its bit.
Read More
Sustainability talk in the media focuses to a large extent on those who design, build or own superyachts, but where are the articles reporting on the ground about yachting events?
Read More
With Mother’s Day in the US held this Sunday 10th May, this year we're celebrating whales - the world's largest mums with the biggest hearts!
Read More
There is a hidden gem in the remote South Pacific called Fakarava. This atoll is one of the numerous tiny dots on the map of French Polynesia, where the main island is Tahiti.
Read More
Dr Emma Heslop of GOOS is currently setting up a system for the monitoring of the ocean as part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development 2021-2030.
Read More
A growing number of sightings of sea life are emerging in Thailand which scientists attribute to the absence of tourists and fishing boats during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read More
With the majority of the world currently stuck indoors, there’s more time than ever to curl up with a good book or lose yourself in an inspiring documentary.
Read More
The shipyard in Shelter Bay, where we had hauled out Contigo for a well-needed bottom scrub and some urgent repairs to a sail drive, was literally in the middle of the jungle.
Read More
The lovely stewardesses on MY IRISHA discuss how they've made their on board operations more eco-friendly, hoping to inspire others to do the same.
Read More
While all Save the Med's field activities are cancelled due to COVID-19, the team is developing digital resources for all who would like to learn more about the oceans and how to protect them..
Read more
Water Revolution Foundation's new Yacht Assessment Tool is designed to revolutionise the build processes of superyachts by empowering decision-makers to make sustainable choices.
Read More
Global warming, climate change and plastic pollution are just three of many forces threatening our planet today, so there’s no better time for the superyacht industry to do its bit.
Read More
Sustainability talk in the media focuses to a large extent on those who design, build or own superyachts, but where are the articles reporting on the ground about yachting events?
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