Industry

Requirements for Non EU Flagged Yachts in EU Waters

Posted: 18th Jun 2015

Written by: PYA

The requirements concerning all non-EU flagged vessels and all vessels with non-EU crew on board are currently in particular focus by the Mallorcan Police Border Office. Read More

Myth Busters: Tax Exemptions for US Seafarers

Posted: 16th Jun 2015

Written by: Patrick Mafin

The United States has one of the most progressive tax systems in the industrialised world. Taxes are imposed on net income of individuals and corporations by the federal, most states, and some local governments. Read More

Suicide: The Peril of Life on the High Seas

Posted: 12th Jun 2015

Written by: Daniel Shea

Suicide is a very real danger to seafarers. In fact, according to a recent study by the World Health Organization (WHO), seafarers are the second most at-risk profession worldwide when it comes to suicide. The report offered up so... Read More

Global Maritime Security: May 2015

Posted: 11th Jun 2015

Written by: Allmode

Allmode's latest global security report with a detailed piracy update, health advisory, security alerts and the most recent maritime intelligence. Read More

Stateside: Casting A Line

Posted: 11th Jun 2015

Written by: Ken Kreisler

We have come a long way since the days of hand nets and the kind of catches that would not, in any way, affect the number of fish in the world’s oceans. But all that has changed, threatening fish stocks and putting certain specie... Read More

French VAT Changes - for the Long-Term Good

Posted: 10th Jun 2015

Written by: Penny Hammond-Smith

Understanding the implications of the BOFIP 12.05.15 for commercial yachts. The Bulletin of May 12, 2015 which integrates the existing French Commercial Exemption (FCE) has already generated a lot of chatter and some concern. Read More

Soul & Surf in India - The Perfect Retreat

Posted: 8th Jun 2015

Written by: Karen Hockney

India is unique for many reasons, the delicious food, riot of colour, frenetic cities and awe inspiring backdrops that vary between lush green vegetation and blisteringly hot coastline, being just a few. One that is still under th... Read More

Working at Height or Over the Side

Posted: 3rd Jun 2015

Written by: PYA

In view of the recent tragic accident on board a large motor yacht in Palma, in which a crew member fell into the sea whilst working over side, we would like to remind all members of the great importance of following the advice co... Read More

Tax,Yacht Ownership and Registration: What to expect?

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: Rosemont Yacht Services

Since the ECJ ruling “Bacino Charter Company” it has become increasingly difficult for owners of commercially registered yachts to continue to operate their yacht on a real commercial basis. This arises from the unprecedented numb... Read More

Navigation Rules Pro

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: Double Dog Studio

Navigation Rules Pro has everything in our popular Navigation Rules app plus an additional 100 pages of content. Read More

Dive Log

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: Greg Mclaughlin

Dive Log is designed to work either as your primary SCUBA diving logbook application or in conjunction with compatible 3rd party desktop logbook applications. Read More

Bonanza Time for Flag and Port State Control

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: PYA

Coming soon to a yacht near you - bonanza time for Flag and Port State Control. As a courtesy to allow ship owners more time to become compliant, most Port State Control (PCS) authorities have been requested to postpone enforcemen... Read More

Next Wave in Underwater Exploration

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: Daniel Shea

It hasn’t been this exciting to be an explorer since the heyday of imperialism, and it’s the world’s wealthiest individuals who are leading the charge. The personal submarine is now very much in demand, unlocking the depths of the... Read More

Cyber Security On Board

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: Amy Levy

You may have seen recent reports in the mainstream press reporting on the rise in cyber attacks at sea, and it's a problem that is only going to increase. You may not think your superyacht’s coffee maker needs to be secure, but if... Read More

Migrant Boat Encounter: Procedures for Captains

Posted: 25th May 2015

Written by: Captain Rod Hatch & Allmode Security

Following on from OnboardOnline's recent articles regarding the increased risk to superyachts of encountering a migrant boat, Captain Rod Hatch, Captain Adrian Croft and Allmode Security have produced a set of guidelines for yacht... Read More

YPY Conference Held in Monaco

Posted: 24th May 2015

Written by: Karen Hockney

The second anniversary conference of Young Professionals in Yachting was held this month at the Yacht Club de Monaco, attracting close to 100 people representing 18 different nationalities. Read More

Seas of Change

Posted: 21st May 2015

Written by: Peter Cook, CEO - SAMI

Terrorism at sea is not new and, whilst it is estimated that only 2% of terrorism attacks are classed as maritime terrorism, this figure doesn’t reflect the potential disproportionate impact that an attack at or from the sea could... Read More

The Dilemma: Yachting and Schengen Visas

Posted: 21st May 2015

Written by: Bianca Ljungberg

As the Mediterranean season starts to warm up, Schengen visas have become a hot topic among yacht management and non-EU crew. The industry at large remains surprisingly misinformed on the solutions available to yacht crew, with mu... Read More

The Rising Tide of Terror Facing Shipping

Posted: 19th May 2015

Written by: Steven Jones, SAMI/ theBridge

In the wake of the tragic terrorist attack in Tunis which killed a number of cruise ship passengers, academics, analysts and researchers have been assessing what went wrong, how can passengers be protected and the small matter of ... Read More

Round Table Addresses Cyber Security

Posted: 19th May 2015

Written by: SAMI / theBridge

The Round Table of international shipping associations (RT) comprising BIMCO, ICS, Intercargo and INTERTANKO are developing standards and guidelines to address the major cyber security issues faced by the shipping industry. Read More

Signal Flags Info

Posted: 19th May 2015

Written by: Gigs Inc

Signal Flags Info contains images of all (40) of the international code flags, along with abbreviated usage descriptions for each flag. The app is designed to be used as a reference tool for recognition of the flags and interpreta... Read More

Human Rights at Sea

Posted: 19th May 2015

Written by: Darren Winter

The first guest blog from David Hammond, CEO & Founder of Human Rights At Sea. Human rights at Sea (HRAS) continues to work directly with organizations in SE Asia in the ongoing matters of migrants abandoned at sea by traffickers. Read More

Management Practices for Large Scale Operations At Sea

Posted: 18th May 2015

Written by: Allmode

The recent increase in migrant movement around the world and most specifically the
Mediterranean Sea has raised a significant safety issue for the maritime sector.
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Wayne’s World at Rybovich Shipyard

Posted: 14th May 2015

Written by: Ken Kreisler

Creating the Rybovich Superyacht Yard & Marina is a continuing process for Wayne Huizenga Jr. and his crew. Sometime in 1900, a 16-year old Austro-Hungarian immigrant by the name of John Rybovich, equipped with some carpentry exp... Read More

Anchor Watch

Posted: 12th May 2015

Written by: Lukassen

Yachting Magazine: "probably the best dollar you've ever spent" Read More

Boaters Pocket Reference

Posted: 12th May 2015

Written by: Double Dog Studios

Hundreds of pages of boating information on your iPhone,iPod Touch or iPad! The Boater’s Pocket Reference caters to all levels of boating expertise with a wide variety of content including 800 illustrations and photographs and a m... Read More

Must Have Mobile Apps for Seafarers

Posted: 12th May 2015

Written by: Emily Barnes / Boat Ed

Mobile apps bring convenience to a wide range of activities these days and the practicality of apps for people at sea are no exception. There are so many apps these days that help you safe at sea as well as many apps that store a ... Read More

Maritime World Ports

Posted: 12th May 2015

Written by: Maritime Logic Ltd

The International Maritime Organization estimates that 90 % of the world's trade is moved around the planet by sea. Get information for world ports easy and fast. Read More

Hazcheck DGL Lite

Posted: 12th May 2015

Written by: Exis Technologies

Hazcheck DGL Lite is a FREE mobile app for those that need quick and easy access to IMDG Code information contained in the dangerous goods list. Read More

IMO Collision Regulations

Posted: 12th May 2015

Written by: Bitmetric Technologies

The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972, also known as "COLREGs", "Rules of the Road" or "RoR", prescribe rules to be followed by ships and other vessels at sea in order to prevent collisions between tw... Read More

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