Changing Climate for Superyacht Regulation
In recent months and years, the topic of making yachting more environmentally friendly has escalated from a simmer across the industry to a bubbling hot saucepan of change, and here's what's to come.
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Yacht Crew Recruitment - The Outlook for 2021
2020 was a year like none of us had ever experienced before. Not only did we find ourselves coming to grips with a deadly virus, crew also faced several other challenges. So what's the outlook for the year ahead?
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Crisis, What Crisis? The Resilience of the Superyacht Industry
There are many words I could use to describe the superyacht industry and those who work within it, but if pushed I'd say two words sum up the industry in 2020: “resilient” and “adaptable”.
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IMO2021 - New Cyber Security Regs Come into Force
IMO2021 cyber risk management regulations require compliance by 1 January 2021, or no later than the first annual vessel verification and audit, yet the overall uptake across the yachting industry has been slow.
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No Additional Clearances Required for USVI Sailing
With more superyachts choosing the United States Virgin Islands territories for winter cruising this season, IGY has created a dedicated USVI website with specific superyacht information for St Thomas, St John and St Croix.
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Yacht Crew Recruitment - The Outlook for 2021
2020 was a year like none of us had ever experienced before. Not only did we find ourselves coming to grips with a deadly virus, crew also faced several other challenges. So what's the outlook for the year ahead?
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Crisis, What Crisis? The Resilience of the Superyacht Industry
There are many words I could use to describe the superyacht industry and those who work within it, but if pushed I'd say two words sum up the industry in 2020: “resilient” and “adaptable”.
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IMO2021 - New Cyber Security Regs Come into Force
IMO2021 cyber risk management regulations require compliance by 1 January 2021, or no later than the first annual vessel verification and audit, yet the overall uptake across the yachting industry has been slow.
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No Additional Clearances Required for USVI Sailing
With more superyachts choosing the United States Virgin Islands territories for winter cruising this season, IGY has created a dedicated USVI website with specific superyacht information for St Thomas, St John and St Croix.
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Yacht Crew Recruitment - The Outlook for 2021
2020 was a year like none of us had ever experienced before. Not only did we find ourselves coming to grips with a deadly virus, crew also faced several other challenges. So what's the outlook for the year ahead?
Read more
Crisis, What Crisis? The Resilience of the Superyacht Industry
There are many words I could use to describe the superyacht industry and those who work within it, but if pushed I'd say two words sum up the industry in 2020: “resilient” and “adaptable”.
Read more
IMO2021 - New Cyber Security Regs Come into Force
IMO2021 cyber risk management regulations require compliance by 1 January 2021, or no later than the first annual vessel verification and audit, yet the overall uptake across the yachting industry has been slow.
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No Additional Clearances Required for USVI Sailing
With more superyachts choosing the United States Virgin Islands territories for winter cruising this season, IGY has created a dedicated USVI website with specific superyacht information for St Thomas, St John and St Croix.
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YACHT CREW NEWS
A comprehensive resource for superyacht crew on a broad range of topics from on board operations, crew training, wellbeing and more.
Small Yachts in Big Seas
Most photos of yachts are near the coast, in beautiful weather and with their best finery on show, but it is not always like this. Captain Brendan O'Shannassy shares two stories: two yachts, two oceans and one message…
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Long Stays: Activities for Guests On Board
With Covid-19, some of us have had guests on board for extended periods of time, many wanting to live aboard for weeks or months to avoid the risk of infection. Here are some tips and ideas on how to keep your guests entertained.
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Luxury Hospitality Goes Virtual
This year, the traditional method of training courses has been superseded by online offerings. Luxury Hospitality Management have tailored their courses in a forward-thinking move in these increasingly unusual times.
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Sara Ballinger - Team Building With Crew-Glue
Founder of Crew-Glue Sara Ballinger discusses the road to success, the most common issues that arise on board and what really defines a strong team in our exclusive interview.
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Small Yachts in Big Seas
Most photos of yachts are near the coast, in beautiful weather and with their best finery on show, but it is not always like this. Captain Brendan O'Shannassy shares two stories: two yachts, two oceans and one message…
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Long Stays: Activities for Guests On Board
With Covid-19, some of us have had guests on board for extended periods of time, many wanting to live aboard for weeks or months to avoid the risk of infection. Here are some tips and ideas on how to keep your guests entertained.
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Luxury Hospitality Goes Virtual
This year, the traditional method of training courses has been superseded by online offerings. Luxury Hospitality Management have tailored their courses in a forward-thinking move in these increasingly unusual times.
Read more
Sara Ballinger - Team Building With Crew-Glue
Founder of Crew-Glue Sara Ballinger discusses the road to success, the most common issues that arise on board and what really defines a strong team in our exclusive interview.
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Small Yachts in Big Seas
Most photos of yachts are near the coast, in beautiful weather and with their best finery on show, but it is not always like this. Captain Brendan O'Shannassy shares two stories: two yachts, two oceans and one message…
Read more
Long Stays: Activities for Guests On Board
With Covid-19, some of us have had guests on board for extended periods of time, many wanting to live aboard for weeks or months to avoid the risk of infection. Here are some tips and ideas on how to keep your guests entertained.
Read more
Luxury Hospitality Goes Virtual
This year, the traditional method of training courses has been superseded by online offerings. Luxury Hospitality Management have tailored their courses in a forward-thinking move in these increasingly unusual times.
Read more
Sara Ballinger - Team Building With Crew-Glue
Founder of Crew-Glue Sara Ballinger discusses the road to success, the most common issues that arise on board and what really defines a strong team in our exclusive interview.
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OCEAN LIFE
Discover the commitment and actions being taken to protect our oceans through conservation and sustainability initiatives.
Fraser Joins ‘Eyesea’ Initiative to Map Maritime Pollution
Fraser is the first yachting company to commit to the Eyesea initiative, which encourages superyachts to map marine pollution using unique technology available on board.
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What Happens to your Waste when Cruising in Remote Regions?
For breathtaking scenery and off the beaten track destinations, many are cruising further and further afield. Nowadays, more and more superyachts are designed and built to be able to explore remote destinations.
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Ocean Alliance leads Superyachts for the Great Reef Census
Ocean Alliance announces their collaboration with conservation organisation, Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef. Superyachts will contribute to vital research while discovering this natural wonder in a truly unique way.
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IbizaPreservation and Save the Med Join Forces to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics
Save the Med and IbizaPreservation have collaborated on project 'Plastic Free Balearics' - aiming to create a certification standard for the hospitality sector, the main generator of waste in the Balearic Islands.
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Fraser Joins ‘Eyesea’ Initiative to Map Maritime Pollution
Fraser is the first yachting company to commit to the Eyesea initiative, which encourages superyachts to map marine pollution using unique technology available on board.
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What Happens to your Waste when Cruising in Remote Regions?
For breathtaking scenery and off the beaten track destinations, many are cruising further and further afield. Nowadays, more and more superyachts are designed and built to be able to explore remote destinations.
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Ocean Alliance leads Superyachts for the Great Reef Census
Ocean Alliance announces their collaboration with conservation organisation, Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef. Superyachts will contribute to vital research while discovering this natural wonder in a truly unique way.
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IbizaPreservation and Save the Med Join Forces to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics
Save the Med and IbizaPreservation have collaborated on project 'Plastic Free Balearics' - aiming to create a certification standard for the hospitality sector, the main generator of waste in the Balearic Islands.
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Fraser Joins ‘Eyesea’ Initiative to Map Maritime Pollution
Fraser is the first yachting company to commit to the Eyesea initiative, which encourages superyachts to map marine pollution using unique technology available on board.
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What Happens to your Waste when Cruising in Remote Regions?
For breathtaking scenery and off the beaten track destinations, many are cruising further and further afield. Nowadays, more and more superyachts are designed and built to be able to explore remote destinations.
Read more
Ocean Alliance leads Superyachts for the Great Reef Census
Ocean Alliance announces their collaboration with conservation organisation, Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef. Superyachts will contribute to vital research while discovering this natural wonder in a truly unique way.
Read More
IbizaPreservation and Save the Med Join Forces to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics
Save the Med and IbizaPreservation have collaborated on project 'Plastic Free Balearics' - aiming to create a certification standard for the hospitality sector, the main generator of waste in the Balearic Islands.
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Useful information and local highlights around superyacht marinas worldwide.
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A safe haven for yachtsmen, a full service marina and boatyard with resort amenities and 24 hour security, Jolly Harbour Marina is situated in a picturesque setting on the sheltered Western side of Antigua.
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One Island Park Miami
One Island Park is a Miami Beach marina with the perfect location for charter transitions, long and short-term visits, and can offer concierge services catering exclusively to the world's largest vessels.
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American Yacht Harbor
Situated in St. Thomas’ Red Hook area, American Yacht Harbor offers first-class amenities, professional staff, shopping, dining, and entertainment options to make your stay in the US Virgin Islands the best it can be.
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Bimini Bay Resort & Marina
Located just 48 nautical miles east of Miami and just 20 minute flight from South Florida, this full service mega yacht marina allows boaters access to the resort’s main amenities, including the lagoon-style pool and signature restaurants.
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IGY Sète Marina
Catering exclusively to the world’s largest vessels, IGY Sète Marina accommodates superyachts up to 180m and is the ideally positioned between the Côte d’Azur and Barcelona.
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