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After qualifying as a journalist and then moving into PR and advertising, I relocated to the South of France from the UK in 1989. It didn’t take long for me to get involved in the yachting industry, working in supply and logistics. I also started instructing Marine Firefighting in France, Spain and the UK with instructors from the National Sea Training Centre (NSTC) at North West Kent College. I was a full-time instructor with Blue Water from 2006-2019, teaching a range of MCA and RYA courses and examining GMDSS GOC candidates. In January 2020, I joined the growing Management team at Blue Water and now work out of the company’s Monaco office.

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RYacht Service main office is located in Monaco and in Cote d’Azur with our team specialized in supporting superyachts, including services such as Yacht Agency, Management, Brokerage and Tax-free bunkering worldwide.

Our international network combined with local knowledge and experience provide all ingredients to serve the needs of Owners and Captains on superyachts. The company objective is to offer high level service with transparent pricing.

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RYacht Service main office is located in Monaco and in Cannes with our team specialized in supporting superyachts, with services such as Yacht Agency, Management, Brokerage and Tax-free bunkering worldwide.

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Yachting is a passion, and we are proud to share that passion with our discerning clients and capable superyacht crew. Moran Yacht Management offers a comprehensive and personalized luxury yacht management program, handled by experienced professionals who understand the business side of yachting and the unique needs of yacht owners.

As an accredited, ISM-Certified management company, Moran Yacht Management provides a wide range of shore-based services, including: Crew management, Financial management, Technical management, Operations management, Safety & Security compliance, and more.

Our strength is our experience and our commitment to our clients. Our philosophy is simple: to enhance the experience of yacht ownership by providing our clients with peace of mind and the confidence that their yacht is in good hands.

We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our luxury yacht management services and how we can help you enjoy your yacht to the fullest.

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Our team includes veteran captains and engineers whose collective experience in yacht management is unmatched and envied by the competition. We are uniquely positioned to provide a custom, world-class crew and ship management program. Our project management team at Moran is always available to assist and meet the complex demands of yacht ownership. Our response is personal and immediate, and we are committed to exceeding our client’s expectations of luxury yacht management.

Operating a yacht is akin to running a small corporation and our luxury yacht management team proactively assists Owners, captains, and crew with all the details. We are available 24/7 to guide and assist through all of the complexities of day-to-day yacht crew and ship operations.

Yacht Safety & Compliance

Moran Yacht Management considers safety and security a culture, both onboard our yachts and ashore. Through extensive experience and Flagship management software, we ensure our fleet is safe, secure, and compliant.

Knowledgeable and responsible shore-based accounting from our superyacht management team allows the Captain and crew to do what they do best – running a fine yacht and exceeding the Owner’s expectations.

Crew and ship management is imperative for smooth maintenance, which facilitates the optimal safety and reliability of any yacht. Yacht management reduces the risk of operational failure and ensures the vessel is always ready for Owner and Guest enjoyment.

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Focused Yacht Management

Managing a yacht takes a combination of expert knowledge, a collaborative approach and meticulous attention to detail. Arrow’s experienced team operates with a significantly higher staff-to-yacht ratio than most companies in the industry, ensuring an unprecedented level of support and service.

We believe in using the latest technology to improve the quality, accuracy, and transparency of information presented to owners and their teams, and to reduce the amount of time spent by captains and crew on administrative tasks. Our management and accounting systems are available 24/7, securely and efficiently supporting crews, no matter where they are in the world.

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Safety and security onboard your yacht is our number one concern, and also paramount in order to minimize risks for owners, guests and crew alike. Arrow has developed a highly effective safety management system (SMS), in line with ISM and ISPS requirements – all certified to international maritime standards and used across our entire fleet.

We work closely with captains and crew to implement and maintain this system, also providing a milieu of continuous improvement in both quality and safety onboard. Our aim is to also instill a strong culture of accountability and safety awareness on board.

Our services

– 24/7 emergency response team – Crew documentation verification and monitoring of safe manning levels – Provision of Designated Person Ashore – Regular updates on Class and Flag regulatory changes – Vessel operating procedures – Development of vessel contingency plans and emergency procedures – Investigation of accidents, incidents and hazardous occurrences – Completion of Ship Security Assessment – Production of flag approved Ship Security Plan

Effective financial control is an essential part of the successful management of any yacht. At Arrow, we have a dedicated team of client accountants who work closely with owners’ representatives and crews. We establish clear, transparent procedures in order to ensure a yacht’s finances are efficiently and professionally managed, streamlining transactions and ensuring the timeliness and efficacy demanded in high-pressure yachting environments.

Our online accounting platform is always tailored specifically to meet the requirements of our fleet. Every aspect of the system is designed to save time and minimize wastage, whilst maintaining accurate financial accounts. Owners and their representatives can also access the accounts system at any time, providing transparency and peace of mind.

– 24/7 Owner access: real-time accounts available 24/7 from anywhere in the world. – Monthly or quarterly management accounts with budget comparison and variance reports. – Preparation of annual financial accounts, liaison with auditors, lender banks and corporate managers. – Annual budget preparation for monthly costs control. – Opening and operating of bank accounts and issuance of credit/debit cards, arranging boat funds including APAs. – Establishing internal approval procedures. – Cash Control & Reporting with emphasis on regular notification to the owner of future funding requirements. – Secure payments: invoice review and payment with integrated fraud prevention system.

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Reporting suite, granular permissions, paper free accounting, true multi-currency accounting and reconciliation, prepaid mastercard integration, bespoke approval matrix, high level data security.

– Port state and customs control awareness and training – Insurance: obtaining/reviewing proposals and claim handling – Crew logistics: visas, training, travel, joining and repatriation – Assistance sourcing supplies and spare parts – Multilingual support for customs boarding or Port State Controls – Tenders and watercraft support – Critical equipment lists review – Concierge service – Berth booking assistance – Fuel ordering assistance

Arrow also acts as a technical resource for captains, as well as being the go-to for class and flag state requirements. Knowledge of class society regulations is absolutely essential for the safe construction and maintenance of vessels, and in order that they meet international safety standards.

By the means of regular inspections, audits and surveys, our technical team work together with captains and crews to ensure that vessels remain operational and in tip-top condition. Arrow also assures the efficient technical operations of yachts by directly interfacing with onboard planned maintenance systems.

– 24/7 Technical assistance – Assistance with class society and flag state surveys – Ensuring on board planned maintenance schedule is maintained – Provision of expert advice regarding regular maintenance and defects – Supporting the captain to monitor warranty works – Assistance with insurance claims – Monitoring fuel and oil analysis – Oversight of lifting gear maintenance and testing

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– Ensuring all required documentation and certification is available onboard to ensure full compliance – Crew documentation verification and monitoring of safe manning levels – Provision of Designated Person Ashore – 24/7 emergency response team – Regular updates on Class and Flag regulatory changes – Vessel operating procedures – Development of vessel contingency plans and emergency procedures – Investigation of accidents, incidents and hazardous occurrences, to promote safety onboard – Completion of Ship Security Assessment (if required) – Production of flag approved Ship Security Plan (as required)

N&J is an expert Monaco yacht brokerage with in-depth industry expertise and market intelligence. We connect yacht owners and charterers with their ideal vessel, with access to the world's finest boats, both in the Mediterranean and globally. Whether you are looking to buy a yacht in Monaco, charter a vessel, wish to sell your boat or seek flawless yacht management, trust the dedicated experts at N&J.

Why choose N&J's Monaco yacht brokerage?

• Our Monaco office is at the epicenter of yachting in the Mediterranean
• Monaco boasts a long history as a superyacht destination
• The renowned Monaco Yacht Club is in close proximity
• The base for many major financial institutions
• A large number of UHNW residents
• Just 20 minutes from the Italian border
• Home of the Monaco Yacht Show
• Helicopter access directly from Nice Airport
• Major European hub for luxury and wealth

Experienced yacht brokers in Monaco & the South of France

Our Monaco yacht brokers boast in-depth industry experience and have been handpicked for their expert knowledge and passion for the yachting industry. N&J's Monaco yacht brokers are familiar with the Cote D' Azur, boasting superb industry contacts, localized yachts for sale in Monaco and knowledge on the best cruising grounds on the Med. Our team excel at connecting individuals with their ideal yacht, providing a flawless experience at every touchpoint for an extraordinary yachting experience. In addition, to yacht sales and charters, our team of Monaco yacht brokers and charter managers provide expert yacht management services, providing yacht owners complete peace of mind.

360-Degree yachting services in Monaco

Our 360-degree yachting services in the Principality of Monaco are designed to enhance the experience of yachting by surpassing all expectations at every opportunity. Our turnkey brokerage services include:

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We provide a one-stop solution that meets the needs of modern-day yacht owners and charterers. Our Monaco yacht brokerage is located in the heart of Monaco along the exclusive French Riviera, known as the epi-centre of yachting. Our offices are on the 7th floor in Le Panorama, La Condamine, with stunning views overlooking Port Hercules, and the famed Monaco Yacht Club, providing a glamorous location to peruse the world's finest yachts.

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An experienced yacht manager doesn't just streamline a yacht’s operations. They're the glue that binds the whole team together. Learn here how YPI’s yacht management professionals take the onboard experience from good to exceptional.

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Operating and maintaining a superyacht efficiently needs constant communication between owners, representatives and captains. A dedicated yacht manager is every owner's central hub for day-to-day contact, as they have a 360-degree overview of all yacht management services and a clear understanding of each superyacht’s specific needs.

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Through your relationship with YPI, you’ll have access to superyacht specialist services in everything from Finance to Safety. Your designated yacht manager will l coordinate everything on your behalf and make sure all yacht management and operations run smoothly.

Our Owners appreciate a highly experienced Yacht Manager explaining the maintenance and yard costs. When things go wrong, we know we are backed up by a great team of professionals with commercial and yachting backgrounds. I have been working with YPI for eight years and look forward to working together for many years to come.

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Running a superyacht is a demanding job, but if crews feel supported, they’ll be able to give clients the best onboard experience. YPI stays in regular contact with every onboard team to offer guidance and operational supports. We help with everything, from appointing agents to gathering bunker quotations.

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INTRODUCING RIELA YACHTS MONACO: A NEW ERA OF YACHT MANAGEMENT

• October 20, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Riela Yachts and CUBE Yacht Management are joining forces and setting sail together into a new era of yacht management in Monaco under the new name of Riela Yachts Monaco.

The CUBE Yacht Management team have a renowned and distinguished legacy within the maritime industry that Riela Yachts are pleased to be apart of. With a longstanding relationship between companies through shared activity and mutual clients, the formation of Riela Yachts Monaco represents a seamless evolution for both companies. 

Why is this happening, and what does it mean for CUBE? Mitch LaBrie, Managing Director of Riela Yachts Monaco stated the following about the new partnership:

The merger of CUBE Yacht Management with Riela Yachts marks the beginning of an exciting chapter in our shared journey. Rob and I are thrilled to lead this transformative effort. This isn’t about changing what CUBE stand for; it’s about enhancing it. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction remains stronger than ever and I look forward to sharing this new journey with both new and existing loyal clients.

Robert Tobin, Riela Yachts Managing Director added:

I am proud to be working with such entrepreneurial people to extend the Riela Yachts mission further overseas. Working with Mitch, Delphine and their team in Monaco has been rewarding for us and our clients and we look forward to enhancing that client experience day by day.

So, what can you expect from this new partnership? In a nutshell, an enhanced yachting experience. Our core values remain unaltered, and our commitment to the client experience stands firmer than ever. Our merger is not about altering the course but about elevating yacht management experience across the globe. To put it simply, it is a new era for Riela!

The Riela yachts Monaco team have their office situated in the heart of Monaco in Avenue Albert, and more information about our team can be found here . We look forward to embarking on this new adventure together.

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ALEXANDRA HERNáNDEZ

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Alexandra Hernández is Riela Yachts’ Yacht Manager. As part of this, Alexandra is the initial point of contact for our vessels; working closely with our other specialists to provide support and service coordination. Alexandra supervises crew management and plays a heavy involvement in the development and maintenance of our award-winning electronic Safety Management System (eSMS).

Born and raised in Colombia, Alexandra completed her degree as a Lawyer, and she is on track to receive her diploma in Superyacht Management.

Alexandra’s legal background and experience within the Marine & Aviation industries cover a wide range of roles, helping to gain invaluable knowledge, develop communication skills and actively cultivate solid industry relationships to deliver the highest of standards in every project.

JAY HOUGHTON

Riela group finance director.

Jay Houghton is the Riela Group Finance Director. Jay is responsible for overseeing the Financial Strategy of the Group alongside the financial reporting and control structure of the Group and its companies.

As a qualified accountant with over 30-years in the financial and service industries, Jay has built a wealth of experience in business analysis, investment appraisal, financial control and reporting.

Cameron findlay

Safety & compliance officer.

Cameron “Fin” Findlay became a part of the Riela Yachts team in late 2021, initially joining as a Trainee Yacht Safety & Compliance Assistant. Fin’s commitment and dedication have enabled him to understand the intricacies of the industry from the ground up, leading him to being promoted to Yacht Safety & Compliance Officer in 2023. Fin is now a qualified Company Security Officer (CSO), actively contributing to the implementation of Riela’s Safety Management System across our fleet, working closely alongside Clive Harrison and George Self.

Christian crompton

Product and development lead.

Christian Crompton is the Riela Yachts’ Product and Development Lead responsible for translating the requirements and operations of the Safety and Compliance team and implementing this into the forefront of the electronic Safety Management System (eSMS).

Since graduating with a first-class honours degree in Computer and Information Security in 2018, Christian has worked on designing and developing superyacht solutions using Laserfiche in the Maritime Software Industry.

With Christian’s security background and software experience streamlining business processes, Christian applies his knowledge into the Riela Yachts strategy and innovates new systems for both Riela and their clients.

Tony Partridge

Product and development specialist.

Tony Partridge is a Product and Development specialist at Riela Yachts where he will be working closely alongside Mark Bridson and Christian Crompton. Tony’s main focus is building an innovative client focused dashboard, whilst providing a new outlook and perspective to our current processes, policies and procedures.

Before joining Riela, Tony started his own web development business where he built applications and websites for a large group of different sectors, growing a strong and long-lasting clientele base. With over 10 years of experience, Tony brings a depth of knowledge and expertise to the Riela Yachts team which will be used to help progress the company’s development through the innovation and development of Riela Yachts solutions.

Robert Tobin

Riela group managing director.

Rob Tobin is the Managing Director of the Riela Group of Companies and is responsible for overseeing our business operations, our people and driving excellence in all we do.

Robert brings over 25 years of successful leadership and entrepreneurial experience across a range of industries including Family Office, corporate services, construction engineering, Superyachts, cyber security and information technology development to our Group, and to our customers.

In the past 15 years Rob has gained a prominent reputation within the Superyacht industry for his passion, integrity, innovation and achievements to date.

“Being part of an awesome, capable and forward-thinking team that have a shared passion for Superyachts, people and the environment is the highlight of my career and puts a smile on my face and a spring in my step every day”.

Clive Harrison

Operations director.

Clive Harrison is a Director at Riela Yachts and leads the Operations Team.

After a 22 year service as a Deck Officer in the UK Royal Navy, Clive moved ashore and is enjoying a second career, spanning over a decade,  in the yachting industry and relishing the challenges that this brings.

Clive brings a wealth of expertise and experience to our Company and has earned a reputation for providing a professional and pragmatic approach to the delivery of our services.

George Self

Safety & compliance manager.

George Self is a Safety & Compliance Manager and responsible for the implementation and development of operational compliance for yachts at the company.

Accruing a 10-year service of sea time, beginning as a deckhand before respectfully concluding her career as a Chief Officer, George now contributes a wealth of first-hand practice and insight into the support she now provides to yachts daily. George also brings shore side experience from her time working at a number of established Ship Management firms on the Isle of Man.

Ken Hickling

Ken Hickling is a company Director at Riela Yachts (UK) Ltd.

Ken has spent over 30 years working in the Yachting industry at Boatyards and materials manufacturers, and more recently as a Specialist Business Advisor. During this time Ken has served as International Superyacht Society (ISS) President and is currently on the Superyacht UK Executive Committee. He also works as a project leader on the ISO work group focused on Superyacht Quality.

The experience that he brings to The Riela Group in optimising our internal business processes helps to ensure that the quality of service we provide to our clients is at the highest level.

Louise Gimson

Louise Gimson is a Director, Senior Administrator and in-house HR Manager and is responsible for the day to day running of the company and client accounts at the Riela Yachts.

With an extensive background in finance, Louise brings almost twenty years’ experience in accounts within the ship management industry to Riela Yachts, where she is dedicated to implementing dynamic solutions to benefit clients.

Louise has diversified her responsibilities by taking on data handling duties within the company and in 2016 began assisting the Operations Team with internal compliance procedures.

Matthew Roberts

Head of sales.

As the Head of Group Sales at the Riela family of companies, Matthew leads the company’s sales strategy, execution, and growth.

Matthew has a successful record building trusted client relationship and delivering upon set expectations. An accomplished sales leader, he delivers a sales process that provides clients with the information and support they need to make the right decisions for their organisations and their constituents.

Matthew has significant experience within the maritime industry having previously worked across various sectors including insurance, security, satellite communications and managed IT. Matthew’s most recent experience encompasses almost 5 years spent with the leading satellite communications and managed IT provider in the maritime industry, focusing on their superyacht clientele.

Mark Bridson

Product & development specialist.

Mark Bridson is a Product and Development specialist and responsible for the integration of Laserfiche within the company and the developing of an electronic Safety Management System.

Marks career started in the Royal Air Force as a data analyst maintaining Aircraft engineering records and the provision of Aircraft statistics.

Returning to the Island Mark spent the next 25 years working in IT for an aircraft design company. In this role he provided Computer Aided Design and document management support for offices within the UK and Europe.

Moving from the Aircraft industry to Maritime, Mark has spent two years with a Yachting software solutions company using Laserfiche to design purchase ordering systems for Superyachts.

Crew Officer

Tina Dahn is a Crew Officer and responsible for the administration of yacht crew contracts, monthly payroll and crew certification at Riela Yachts.

After a 12 year service in the Royal Navy undertaking various administration and PA roles, Tina began working for the NHS in 2001 and was responsible for duties including managing payroll, recruitment and HR administration.

Tina returned to the Isle of Man to undertake the role of Crewing Officer in the superyacht industry in 2011, where she oversaw a portfolio of clients whom she provided crew employment, administration and payroll services.

Christian goelz

Christian is involved across the Riela family of companies with particular attention to the technology businesses, Cyber and Tech.

Christian gained a postgraduate Master in Finance degree at the University of Neuchatel, Switzerland and completed his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Before joining us, Christian worked for six years at Argosy Capital, an Isle of Man-based private equity and venture capital business focusing on early-stage growth businesses. At Argosy, he focused on managing investment companies, research and financial analysis and served as a director on several boards.

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Monaco Yacht Show 2024: The Biggest, Boldest and Most Expensive Superyachts To See

Even in its 33rd year, Monaco Yacht Show continues to break its own milestones.

By Ellys Woodhouse and Toby Louch

The principality of Monaco has a calendar that’s filled with major events. While the financial benefits of this little tax haven ensure its population remains fairly well stocked with super-rich and socialites year-round, it’s these events that truly bring the masses. April calls for the tennis at The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters; in May it’s time for the Formula One Grand Prix ; June brings the world-famous car show Top Marques ; and summer draws to a close with perhaps the most glam of the bunch, the Monaco Yacht Show, which this year falls on September 25 – 28.

For those interested in gazing upon some of the finest yachts that can be found anywhere in the world, Monaco ’s Port Hercules is a pretty good spot year-round, but for the weekend of the Monaco Yacht Show, things enter a different league.

The Monaco Yacht Show is essentially a gathering of the global superyacht community. From owners to innovators, manufacturers and brokers, all head to the principality. Each year, builders and brokers present around 120 superyachts and 60 luxury tenders , with many of these reflecting current industry trends and revealing the potential future direction of the industry. These vessels boast an average length of around 160 ft, with a sprinkling of superyachts that top the 320 ft mark – with this year’s headliner clocking in at 400 ft.

Aside from the yachts themselves, visitors can expect countless designers improving yacht interiors and engineers working to ensure the industry becomes more sustainable. There’s sure to be a lot going on.

So ahead of this year’s event, Elite Traveler has looked into which yachts will be on display at Port Hercules and curated a list of some of the show’s unmissable vessels. So blow the dust off your Panama hat and add a few zeros to your credit card limit, because these are some of the biggest, boldest and most expensive boats attending the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show.

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The undisputed biggest headline of this year’s show – in every sense of the word – Lürssen’s Kismet will be the largest yacht to go on display in Port Hercules. While the previous title holder was another from Lürssen, the 377.6-ft Ahpo, the Kismet takes its victory by a considerable mile, clocking in at 400 ft. Previously known as Project Jag, the Kisamet was handed over to owner Shahid Khan in May 2024, making it one of the show’s newest deliveries, too. 

With exterior design by Nuvolari Lenard and naval architecture by Lürssen Yachts along with Reymond Langton Design working on the yacht’s interiors , Kismet is decked out with a helipad, beauty salon, indoor and outdoor cinema, dance floor and gym. Perhaps unsurprising, but all this makes Kisamet one of the most expensive yachts to charter , too, asking for €3m (approx. $3.4m) per week with Cecil Wright & Partners. 

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Delivered in 2019 by SilverYachts and refitted in 2024, the almost 280-ft, self-described ‘sports activity vessel’ Bold takes center stage at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. Designers Espen Øino created the superyacht’s striking, military-inspired exterior, creating a unique glass-enclosed loft on the upper deck that covers over 3,200 sq-ft of interior space. Meanwhile, Vain Interiors has created an opulent, New York-style loft, which is built to accommodate up to 12 overnight guests in eight luxurious staterooms and can carry up to 96 passengers while cruising.

With a a huge selection of water toys, a vast outdoor entertaining area with a bar and Teppanyaki grill, a cinema, an eight-person hot tub and a lounge surrounding a firepit, it’s no surprise that the Bold is a popular charter yacht, with Holl Robinson asking €875,000 ($972, 800) per week. 

Following an extensive, three-year rebuild, the most expensive superyacht on the market has returned to Port Hercules for 2024, complete with a new look – and price tag, too, asking for €295m ($328m). The 344.5-ft Oceanco H3 superyacht has already picked up a handful of international awards for the new look and is expected to impress many fans at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. 

In addition to the extra 10 meters that were added to the H3 ’s hull, the rebuild – from the likes of Reymond Langton Design, which worked on both the exterior and interior redesign, and the collaboration between Lateral Naval Architects and Oceanco on its naval architecture – also saw a pool deck, huge spa and wellness area and climate-controlled winter garden added to H3 ’s numerous amenities. 

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With its distinctive, shark-like exterior design, the 295-ft superyacht DAR will be hard not to miss at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. Built by Oceanco with exteriors designed by Luiz de Basto Design, the glossy black silhouette was inspired by the look of the hammerhead shark, with sinuous lines, wide set wing stations and a mast modeled after a dorsal fin. 

Meanwhile, renowned Italy-based studio Nuvolari & Lenard has crafted swooping, contemporary interiors. DAR’s impressive features include a complete owner’s deck, complete with a private salon and jacuzzi, a wellness area, an impressive beach club, and two helipads for private use. Offering grandeur and complete privacy in equal doses, DAR can accommodate up to 14 guests in overnight accommodation, with separate living quarters to host as many as 31 crew members.

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Despite only hitting the waters in June this year, the first wallywind110, Galma , is set to make its global debut at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. Measuring almost 110 ft, Galma ’s naval architecture comes from German studio judel/vrolijk & co while interior and exterior lines are designed by Wally in collaboration with Santa Maria Magnolfi. With a design that offers the comfort of a cruising yacht while maintaining the performance of a racing boat, Galma is characterized by the 22.6-ft telescopic keel and an all-carbon hull that has been painted in light metallic blue.

Other highlights of Galma include an 860-sq-ft full-beam cockpit with seating and dining for up to 15 people, as well as an open-plan raised saloon. Galma can accommodate up to eight guests overnight, with five crew members. 

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6 future superyacht trends

Article written by BOAT International Published on September 3, 2024

Advanced technology, innovative design concepts and a growing emphasis on sustainability are just some of the ways in which superyachts are continuing to evolve, and staying ahead of these emerging trends is crucial for designers, builders and enthusiasts alike. Looking at some of today’s stand-out features, we offer a glimpse into what could define the next generation of superyachts.

Responsive design As technology expands and develops, there is a growing trend for designers looking to intertwine art with technology. Responsive design, also known as immersive art, has been a big talking point in the industry recently.

A major project which caught attention back in 2020 was 107.2-metre Luminosity’s 370-square-metre interactive LED walls, designed by Zaniz Studio. Since then, responsive design has become ever more popular on board, with Perini Navi’s 46.5-metre ArtExplorer showcasing a 16-metre cinematic tunnel whose walls are wrapped in LED light installations.

Currently, responsive design plays with movement and light but in the future, we might see the trend encompass touch, smell and temperature.

Nature takeover We’re already seeing a shift towards yacht designs that champion an improved connection to the water – like the open aft deck on the Benetti Oasis models or the underwater viewing lounges on board 83.5-metre Savannah and 75-metre M’Brace.

The next phase may see greenery make more of an appearance on board. A recent nature-focused project that stole the spotlight was Heesen’s 67-metre Sparta, its three decks symbolising the elements of water, earth and air.

Interior restyling During and after the pandemic, we saw a significant spike in yacht usage among both owners and charterers, with some spending weeks at a time at sea.

Based on this, we might expect to see people readjust their attitude toward their yachts by focusing less on wow factor and more on comfort and liveability. Instead of grand pianos, elaborate dining saloons and disused Jacuzzis, owners may opt for additional offices, larger gym areas or cosy media rooms.

Central to this ethos is Nuvolari Lenard’s 202-metre Centerfold concept, a design that evokes feeling, according to the studio, rather than purely aesthetics. Interior styling is also shifting towards neutral tones and comfortable furnishings as opposed to cool, contemporary themes designed for dazzling, rather than living.

The power of artificial intelligence It’s no doubt that AI is beginning to weave its way into many industries, and this is no different in the world of yacht design.

Over the past year, we have seen various shipyards and designers embrace AI in order to enhance the guest experience on board. Azimut was one of the first with the installation of smart home automation on board the Magellano 60.

More recently, Rossinavi harnessed the power of AI to maximise environmental efficiency on board the 43-metre hybrid-electric Seawolf X. Whilst AI is still in its infancy, the industry has so far proven that the technology can be useful in numerous ways on board, and we can expect this evolve rapidly in the coming years.

Explorer-style amenities Alongside strong demand for explorer yachts we’ve also seen an uptick in trend for explorer-style features, even on regular superyachts.

Holterman’s 32.6-metre Lady Fleur is a good example of this, incorporating a hydraulic aft platform that doubles as a tender bay and swimming pool. Warming firepits, larger toy lockers and toy-carrying aft decks are becoming more commonplace, with Wider’s 49.9-metre Stern able to house a submersible.

In keeping with that theme, yachts may start to get more rugged and functional in appearance – something that’s highlighted by the booming in the popularity of conversion superyachts.

Glass galore The use of glass has grown in the past few years, with more designers beginning to use it for aesthetic purposes as well as functional ones.

We’ve also seen it become more frequently used for structural purposes too, as the material becomes more durable and easier to work with.

From Feadship’s 77.2-metre Pi’s glass-clad saloon to Oceanco’s 90-metre Dar’s glossy glass exterior, it’s making a big appearance on the exterior. In the future, we may start to see glass introduced more heavily on the interior as well.

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Monaco Yacht Show 2024: Opening conference to address sustainability in the yachting industry 

Find out all about the Monaco Yacht Show’s annual opening conference. 

On 25 September, journalists, industry professionals and yacht owners will gather at the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) for a conference on sustainability in yachting. As well as highlighting current environmental challenges, it will present practical and affordable solutions that can be extended to sectors other than yachting. 

Gaëlle Tallarida, Managing Director of the Monaco Yacht Show, will open the conference by presenting the operational measures put in place by the MYS to support the transition to sustainability at every level. 

The programme includes topics such as reducing the carbon footprint of earlier generation yachts, improving sustainability through environmentally responsible behaviour on board, and the question: “How are superyacht innovations influencing other markets? ». To answer these questions, MYS will be giving the floor to Jean-Marc Bolinger, Managing Director of the MB92 Group, Rober van Tol, Executive Director of the Water Revolution Foundation and Giedo Loeff, Head of Research and Development at Feadship. 

Throughout the event, a series of round tables on the theme of innovation and sustainability will be co-organised with specialist media outlet Superyacht Times. The aim is to explore the cutting-edge solutions and sustainable initiatives that are reshaping the future of yachting. 

Practical details: 

• Wednesday 25 September 2024
• 10.30 am to 11.30 am
• Monaco Yacht Show, Conference Hall (Virage Louis Chiron)
• Free admission on presentation of a valid MYS pass

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Luxury charter yacht ETERNAL SPARK scheduled for global debut at 2024 Monaco Yacht Show

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By Anna Ingles   17 September 2024

Bilgin Yachts has announced the forthcoming global debut of luxury charter yacht ETERNAL SPARK at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show . As a flagship model in the Bilgin 163 series, this meticulously crafted charter yacht promises to set new standards in luxury yachting. 

The unveiling of luxury yacht rental ETERNAL SPARK represents a landmark event for both Bilgin Yachts and the global yachting community. Alongside her, two more exceptional yachts from Bilgin Yachts will also be featured at the Monaco Yacht Show; 155.10ft (47.5m) motor yacht charter STARBURST III , and 137.6ft (41.9m)  superyacht KASIF  will further elevate the exhibition.

An epitome of luxury with unparalleled attention to detail, ETERNAL SPARK's exterior and naval architecture by Unique Yacht Design showcases sleek, sporty lines complemented by expansive open decks and modern functionality. Emrecan Özgün, CEO of Unique Yacht Design, highlights the focus on "expansive, sheltered open decks," creating beautifully interconnected areas like the grand beach club and stunning sundeck. These features ensure all Mediterranean yacht charter guests enjoy seamless sea access and ultimate comfort on board.

The intricate furniture and spacious living areas reflect Bilgin’s dedication to luxury and comfort. We employed the latest technologies to ensure Eternal Spark delivers peak performance and safety. Halil Uzunbabalar, Senior Project Manager

Key highlights of the motor yacht charter include outdoor and indoor cinemas, a 5,000-liter Jacuzzi pool on the sundeck, and a spacious beach club with a sauna. The transformer swim platform provides easy access to the sea for action-packed watersports yacht charters . 

Keeping all charter guests busy, the toy garage onboard luxury yacht charter ETERNAL SPARK includes: 

• 2 x Seadoo Jet Skis
• 2 x F5 SR SEABOBs
• 2 x Foil boards
• 4 x Jobe Paddleboards and a Jobe wakeboard
• Inflatable jet-ski dock

The charter yacht  interiors, crafted by Hot Lab, are equally as captivating as the exteriors. The yacht features clean architectural volumes, softened lines, and over 200 distinct materials, resulting in a minimalist yet detailed aesthetic. Offering a six-cabin layout for up to 12 charter guests, along with six outdoor and three indoor socializing areas, yacht rental ETERNAL SPARK ensures ample space for both relaxation and entertainment.

Available for charter in the 2024 season, visitors to the Monaco Yacht Show can explore charter yacht ETERNAL SPARK firsthand at C.06 on Quai Chicane, Port de Monaco.

To find out more about chartering ETERNAL SPARK, or indeed an alternative South of France yacht charter , contact your chosen yacht charter broker today for the latest offers and information on yacht rental costs .

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The 400-foot-long Kismet embarks on her maiden voyage in the Med

When it comes to the ultimate exclusive enclave, it’s pretty hard to compete with Monaco. The world’s elite flock to the tiny principality on the French Rivera for its sunny weather, sophisticated hotels and casinos, spectacular shopping and other interesting financial reasons. And they love to drive their fast cars down the famous roads leading into the city and they love the speed and power of the legendary Monaco Grand Prix too.

Monaco Yacht Show 20224

But when it comes to the absolute pinnacle of luxury, it’s impossible to compete with owning a superyacht. And for those select few who happened to be shopping for a superyacht, there’s only one place to see nearly all of the best, and biggest, and the most technologically advanced yachts that money can buy (in addition to the tenders, and limousines, and private submarines, and luxury cars that go along with owning a superyacht) in one place—the Monaco Yacht Show that starts next week.

Renaissance is massive

During the show, the docks of Monaco’s famous port are always filled with numerous yachts that are longer than 250-feet. But this year, the largest superyacht in the show is 400-feet-long! And lots of superyachts in the 300-foot-long range will be there too!

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So, if you are lucky enough to be in Monaco later this month, I’ll see you there. But if you not, here’s a sneak peek at the five largest yachts that will be on display.

Kismet underway

What can I say about the 400-foot-long Kismet (that was built by Lürssen , features an exterior design by Nuvolari Lenard and an interior design by Reymond Langton Design and available for charter with Cecil Wright ) that can help you understand just how big a 400-foot-long superyacht is? How about, since it measures 40-feet longer than an American football field (including the end zones!), it’s safe to say that Kismet would only just barely fit inside the Jacksonville Jaguars EverBank Stadium. And that’s only if it could somehow be lowered inside from the top with a crane!

Kismet departs Lurssen shipyard in Germany

But since these photos and that explanation can’t really convey just how big Shaid Kahn ’s (the owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars) new 400-foot-long superyacht is. The only way you’ll really be able to understand just how big the Jacksonville Jaguars owner’s new yacht is to see it for yourself in Monaco next week. It’s going to be largest yacht at the show and has raised the bar on what’s possible when it comes to designing, building, owning and chartering the largest yacht sin the world.

The interior for the 400-foot-long Kismet that charters for $3 million per week

And since Kismet has already spent her first season in the Mediterranean and is available for charter through Cecil Wright (instead of being hidden away for a private owner like many yachts in this size range are), you too could experience what it’s like to live the superyacht life aboard one of the largest and most opulent yachts in the world.

The interior for the 400-foot-long Kismet that charters for $3 million per week is massive

So, if you looking for a charter yacht that costs roughly $3 million per week, the Monaco Yacht Show will be the place where you can see just how opulent Kismet (and theses other superyachts too) for yourself.

Renaissance

The Bannenberg & Rowell-designed Renaissance that can accommodate 36 guests in 16 cabins is unlike ... [+] most other superyachts that are available to charter

The 367-foot-long, 7,200 gross ton, Bannenberg & Rowell -designed Renaissance is um, a “really big superyacht.” But what intrigues me the most is that unlike most superyachts that can only accommodate 12 guests per charter. Renaissance has been designed to swaddle 36 guests in superyacht luxury.

Renaissance underway

As you’d imagine, Renaissance has it all. Open-air dining on five decks and a dining room with 18-foot-tall ceilings on the main deck. A sushi bar. A pizza oven by the huge pool. And of course, the requisite DJ stations when it’s time to party. There’s also a massive cinema that has seating 19 guests on lower deck that’s the perfect place to just Netflix-n-chill.

The 18-foot ceilings aboard RENAISSANCE BANNENBERG + ROWELL DESIGN

And oh yeah, the spa features hot and cold plunge pools, steam room and sauna, two treatment rooms, and a full beauty salon. Contact Burgess for more info.

The all-new exterior lines of Oceanco H3

I’ve seen lots of new superyacht designs come to life thanks to the hard work, dedication, perseverance and love that the large fraternity of superyacht designers, builders, artists and countless others pour into every spectacular new yacht that gets launched.

The rebuilt Oceanco H3 got a "rockstar" relaunch.

But I must admit, after seeing the 344-foot-long Oceanco -built (and rebuilt) H3 (that was first launched in 2000) emerge after an intensive 3-year-rebuild, I’m at a loss for words. I’m in awe, actually. Because after spending time at Oceanco with the project team and the owner's representative I understand why this project is way more than just a refit.

It’s been transformed into a brand-new yacht with every modern comfort that also retains its…soul.

The accommodations onboard the 334-foot-long H3 are spectacular

The sustainability impact of this project is also pretty awe-inspiring to me too. According to Oceanco’s team of engineers, by simply using an existing hull instead of building an brand-new one resulted in a 50% reduction of carbon emissions for the build. And since H3 has been repowered with smaller yet, much more efficient engines (and her top speed has been reduced slightly) the yacht burns much less fuel than she previously did as well. Delivery time was reduced by 25% as well and hope we see more projects take this approach in the future.

The video wall in the welcome area of the Ocean co H3 is innovative as well as attention grabbing.

Oceanco’s CEO Marcel Onkenhout adds, “To say that this has been a remarkable process is an understatement. The project has called for passion, dedication, and extraordinary craftsmanship, with many involved in her creation now contributing to her recreation, including myself.” Contact Edmiston for more info.

Silver Yachts' BOLD is sure to get attention at this years Monaco Yacht Show

The 278-foot-long BOLD is the largest and most aggressive superyacht the Australian-based Silveryachts has ever built. Working in collaboration with yacht designer, Espen Øino, BOLD brings a whole new look to the explorer yacht category.

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Amels Full Custom ENERGY will be at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show

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The top deck’s helipad forward is a versatile space outside heliops – sun lounge, al fresco yoga studio with wraparound ocean views, a space for elevated entertainment served by the statement bar, assorted lounging areas and dayhead inside. The jacuzzi and sun pads aft allow guests to bask in the sun.

The bridge deck music lounge is designed for acoustic excellence. There is a Steinway baby grand piano and marble-topped bar. The entertainment continues in the open-air lounge aft, guests can find some privacy on the sofa forward of the bridge or keep going on the walkaround sidedecks to appreciate the anchorage from every possible vantage point.

Full-height windows in the the owner’s deck bedroom provides direct access to a private foredeck terrace, a hot tub, and a mesmerizing marble fire pit. Contact Burgess for more info.

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I took a $13,000 pay cut to work as a deckhand on a superyacht. I don't regret it as it gave me a career I can grow in.

• Nathan Marx was a quality controller in South Africa but decided to switch to becoming a superyacht deckhand.
• Marx said the job has more growth potential than his previous job and helped him develop more meaningful relationships.
• Working around the wealthy has shown Marx that success is attainable and wealth doesn't change people's core natures.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Nathan Marx, a deckhand for a superyacht. It has been edited for length and clarity.

From 2020 to the end of 2023, I was a quality controller at an engineering company that made mining machinery in South Africa, I managed 132 employees and earned 3,000 euros, around $3,333 a month.

My future was pretty secure at the company, but I lacked that sense of adventure and felt like there was more to life than working away every day and not seeing the world as I would like.

I knew some friends who had entered the yachting industry since leaving school, and it looked very intriguing and adventurous.

My previous job had long hours and was hard work, which made me comfortable stepping into the yachting industry.

When I started working on deckhand certification courses in January this year, I was told about these massive yachting hubs where it'd be easier to find work opportunities because they were saturated with boats.

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One of those was Antibes, France. I moved there in May this year and traveled the entire coastline of the south of France, dock walking daily, exploring the vessels, and putting myself out there to catch the right opportunity.

I started documenting my job search on TikTok on the day I left for France. I was very nervous that I didn't have a job yet, and I wanted to stand out and get a step ahead in my job search. I love expressing myself through video creation, so the two went hand in hand.

I met this girl who works on this vessel docked in Monaco for the season. She saw my videos, and we got to know each other. I was the first person she contacted when they needed a deckhand. So it's all about getting in front of the right people's eyes.

My role on the yacht is to ensure the boat's exterior is pristine. Everything regarding the exterior, from the hull to the deck, to any furniture outside, is my responsibility to ensure that it is presentable for guests. I also help with basic watchkeeping when the yacht is out at sea.

Now, three months in, I'm at the bottom of the food chain and I'm earning 1,000 euros less every month than I did back in South Africa. But this career has room for growth and will keep me above the ceiling that I reached in South Africa in my management job.

One thing I realized working on yachts is that you live in the same space as your coworkers. If something bothers you about a person and you keep quiet, it builds within you and just sours the relationship on board. You have to foster a relationship with them that is a lot more fruitful than a normal employee would.

I think I also value that because not only am I getting to travel or experience all these crazy things that normal people in a 9-to-5 usually won't, but I'm also meeting people and creating connections with them that'll last a lifetime instead. That real connection with people also gives me satisfaction.

Having a life outside this industry might be challenging because anything can happen at the last minute. You might have time to spare one moment, but you're expecting guests the next, and you're suddenly back to work for a week. So whatever you have planned just needs to fall on the back burner.

But the maritime industry here sets out work-life balance very well, and I think that's also one of the things that drew me to the yachting industry because my previous job did not value my personal life. So, after the hard work, I get a lot of off time, and I have time to go and experience things and step off.

One of my favorite places I visited was a beautiful little town on a hill with an absurd history called Bonifacio, on the island of Corsica, France. We also had the privilege of hiking up into the old city, an amazing experience I don't think I would've had otherwise if I wasn't into the yachting industry.

I once spoke to a person who's been in the industry for around nine years. He told me about chartering Will Smith and all these big A-list star names, which sounded so enticing. I haven't had any of those or any experiences like that, but the individuals we meet on this boat are very high-net-worth because renting the vessel I work on costs about 78,000 euros a week.

We once had a client with 3.2 million Instagram followers on board and had a normal conversation with her. It was humbling to me because you always think these people will be different or special in some way, but at the end of the day, they're just normal people. She never mentioned anything about her success once. It was so normal that I was surprised.

It's very motivating to be surrounded by individuals like that because they make you feel that their success is possible for you, too.

The superyacht industry is unlike other luxury sectors. The places people visit are so unique that not everyone gets to see them. The cost involved is also quite exorbitant, with some yachts going for 500,000 euros a week. So, the client has a level of expectation of luxury they want to receive, and you have to live up to very high standards that no other luxury industry has.

My career can progress from here in many ways, and I'm trying to explore all those avenues. But the yachting industry is a tight-knit community that's made me very happy over the past few months, so I'll stay for as long as possible.

Do you have a story to share about working around high-net-worth individuals? Email this reporter at [email protected] .

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• What Life Might Look Like on the World’s Biggest Yacht

On a Tuesday morning in September, a six-foot-long plastic model of a boat sat on the second floor of the Explorers Club, looking a little like a beached Orca, sleek and out of place in the tweedy boardroom. The tiny yacht had traveled to East 70th Street from Los Angeles and, before that, made stops in Monaco and Zurich, Cannes, and West Palm Beach — a prop to entice buyers who can spend $10 million on a cabin in the world’s biggest yacht. If it gets made. The boat will be called the Ulyssia and it’s the passion project of Frank Binder, a billionaire from the Merck clan with a thing for boats (he once owned a shipyard in Monaco). Lenny Kravitz, his friend, is onboard to help design interiors. (“He’s a genius.”)

Binder has been doing a world tour to find other buyers — who might be hard to meet. Maintenance hovers around 3 percent a year, or $300,000 for that $10 million one-bedroom. It’s a big ask, especially for a boat that, if he does get recruits, won’t launch until 2028. To help, Binder brought on two former executives from the World , the luxury liner that was the first — and only — to prove rich people want to live … at sea, all year. (It launched in 2002, is still sold out, and has yet to snag on an iceberg or go bankrupt.)

Renato Chizzola , a senior vice-president for the Ulyssia who worked as the general manager of the World for five years, spoke to Curbed about the terrors of elephant seals and why he once hired Israeli snipers to come onboard.

This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity. 

What did your job on the World look like?? 

I was in charge of lifestyle, expedition, everything — even the kitchen. You have a captain who’s the master of the vessel, and he ultimately will have the last word on safety, security, where we go, where we can’t go. But then you also need to have somebody who has grown up in a galley carrying luggage. I’m 60 in October. When I was 27, I said, “Okay, how can I see the world without having money?” So in 1993, I was hired on the Queen Elizabeth II , then went to hotels, cruises, and in 46 years I traveled to 186 countries. I was allowed to live onboard and basically extend any service, any dream that a resident had.

What’s the difference between this superyacht and the World ? 

The World is now 23 years old. She was created in the late ’80s. She looks like a cruise ship. And the  Ulyssia is a yacht — the designer says this is his masterpiece.

We never had many amenities on the World . Here, we have a deli. We have a library with a card and games room. We have a table-tennis room. We have two paddle-tennis courts all inside, a multipurpose sports deck up there where the helicopters are, two hangers, two submarines to go down to the ocean, seven restaurants.

Then, we have this inflatable marina off the back of the boat. Imagine we’re near Bermuda. It’s a beautiful day. The sea is calm. We stop and we inflate this — it takes an hour — and we have tenders. You can go diving right there off the ship. The sea is yours. This marina is something the World could never ever have done, because there’s no space in the boat to keep that. The World was more elderly, a bit elderly retired. This is way younger. Why? Because we have so many amenities and offer adventure. Here, we are offering fewer apartments with more space. The balconies are huge. Luxury, for them, means space, time and getting whatever they wish, whenever, wherever. Freedom.

Freedom , in a contained location — 

Yes, and in a safe environment, completely protected against any danger. If a resident says, “I want to bring my family there, I want to be safe, I want to have no worries,” safety needs to be core to us. They want the freedom to do what they do at home — to run around with suits, jewelry. And if they are smart enough to say, “I want to go and see real scenarios, not luxury hotels,” they can go places where there’s no luxury and see how the world really works. That’s what this community wants.

Sounds like a security nightmare. 

We will hire ex-Mossad physically, to be on the ship. On the World , we partnered with Marine Guard, one of the world’s best safety and security companies . It provides technical and physical support. And whenever we went to critical places — for example, when we went through the Gulf of Aden, I brought in Israeli snipers to come on the boat. Nobody, no pirate on earth can come in past them. Then on shore excursions, we have every form of security that you can imagine. Satellite images. Images underwater, over water. When we went to Antarctica, to the Northwest Passage — meeting with the Inuits, the Aborigines — you need people who know them. You need people who safeguard you. In the Antarctic, you are only allowed to go with Zodiacs to the beaches. You need people who know that, who know the sea lions, the penguins. We bring them onboard — 20 or 25 people who know everything about every area. And when we do expeditions, we bring on EYOS, one of the greatest expedition leaders in the world, which goes to places like the Titanic .

Is this, like the Titanic , experimental in any way?

No, there are similar yachts. But in four years, when she will hopefully leave port, she will be the greenest yacht of this size ever built. And at that time, we may build for whatever is available in terms of fuel, whether it’s methanol or nuclear. There are vessels already going nuclear, military vessels.

But isn’t this all risky? 

It’s the opposite. You will see more and more environments like this at sea. Why? Because you can escape anything! If there’s an outbreak in New York, a big virus, you just won’t go there. If there’s a war there, you just don’t go there. If there’s a storm, you don’t go there.

So this will be a way for the global elite, basically, to pay to avoid any problem.

Is it going to be a one percent community? Yes, obviously, but they need to do good around the world, otherwise they cannot come to the community.

Imagine the following. We will have a medical center onboard. We have MRI machines. We have a dentistry. Our doctors, when we go to the west coast of Africa, to Senegal, we can have our doctors go out and help. And as we go around the world, we will help to map the ocean floor. We’ll have tools available to measure and send these to oceanic institutions that then take this data. So we are helping to make the world a better place. And that’s the legacy.

How are you going to gauge whether the people who want to live here also want to do good? 

There’s a very tough background check before being allowed to buy. So can it be that a Colombian drug lord or a Russian weapons dealer comes and says, “Oh, I’m going to take ten?” No, that can’t happen. We’re not a community for people from mainland China who don’t speak English and want to spit around. Or aggressive Russians. We are not a community for sheikhs from any Arab countries. And I have nothing against the Chinese and Russians. I love everybody. I’ve been everywhere. But they just don’t fit here, and they won’t come. We want like-minded golf players, tennis players, joggers, bikers, F1 drivers.

We will have roughly 30 to 35 percent Europeans, 30 to 35 percent North Americans, including from Canada, possibly a few from Mexico City, a few from São Paulo. Then we have about 20 percent from Australia, South Africa, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan. Then we expect to have about 10 percent of people from all over, we don’t know where. It could be anywhere.

They’ll need a certain amount of money to get into this boat and I assume, therefore, that you can’t be that picky. 

No, we can’t. But we try to be. It’s a balance. We meet them three, four, five, six times. We invite them, show them something, then they say, “Oh, I trust these people. I believe in them.” It’s a slow process.

Can a buyer get kicked off?

Oh, absolutely.

What’s the justice system?

There’s a board that’s voted in and we have our chairman on the board. Almost all of the members are people who have either been on yachts, have their own yacht, or have led organizations.

If people have their own yachts, why would they sign up for this? 

They might have a beautiful yacht of a hundred meters, but they can’t hire all these education guides, explorers all the time. We have 22 guest suites. Imagine we’re coming to Japan. Blossom season. We bring an ex Japanese prime minister onboard, maybe a three-star Michelin chef. We bring them on, let’s say, three weeks before. And they lecture. We can have experts speak about anything. Volcanoes, health and wellness, food and beverage, politics, archeology.

And they have you, who’s been to 186 countries. 

Exactly. So when I do speak to people who want to buy and invite them for lunch or a coffee, they listen because they know, Oh, this guy has been there. You don’t need to tell them something that you think can happen. You can actually tell them a story. When I went to Antarctica the last time, in 2009, on the way back to the Zodiac, I am walking and these big elephant seals — those are the big guys, like three tons and ten feet long — and all of a sudden, out of nowhere, there’s a big sound like MWUGHOWUGH and a big one came up, out of the sand. I stood there frozen. These are moments when you think, Is this really happening to me? How fortunate, how lucky am I to be able to experience moments like this? And all the wealthy people say the same.

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