Industry

Diving Dude: The S.C.U.B.A. Logbook

Posted: 8th Oct 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

Perhaps the most innovative thing about the use of apps in the modern world is their ability to track personal data. The S.C.U.B.A. logbook “Diving Dude” is a prime example. Read More

The Upside of Superyachts

Posted: 2nd Oct 2013

Written by: OnboardOnline

It’s easy to resent the superyacht set. With the recent launch of motor yacht AZZAM (180m/ 590.6 feet) overtaking Roman Abramovich’s ECLIPSE (162.50m/533.1 feet) to become the world’s largest private yacht, it’s tempting to grumbl... Read More

Some Thoughts on the new Seafarer’s Employment Agreement

Posted: 25th Sep 2013

Written by: Jörg Wendt

What's really new about the MLC? Are the new contracts always favourable for yacht crew? What should you look out for in your SEA's? Jörg Wendt from D and B Services tells you some things to watch out for in the new regulations... Read More

Yacht Tender Market Review

Posted: 24th Sep 2013

Written by: Simon Billington

The yacht tender market continues to grow and evolve at a rapid pace, with many new and innovative models debuting at the recent Monaco Yacht Show. As the yachts that carry them grow in scale and sophistication, so do their tender... Read More

Yacht Refits - More Bang for your Buck

Posted: 23rd Sep 2013

Written by: Amy Levy

Technology has changed so much in recent years but, even on older vessels, there are things you can do to greatly enhance your technology infrastructure. People in the yachting industry should expect to see many large yachts under... Read More

Net-Logic Launches 'VesselWatch' at MYS

Posted: 17th Sep 2013

Written by: Net-Logic

Hot on the heels of an innovation that saw the design and production of the world’s only fully approved wireless BNWAS system, the team at Net-Logic have created a solution that uses the world renowned and respected Motorola Motot... Read More

Can the Yachting Industry Change the World?

Posted: 5th Sep 2013

Written by: Jo Morgan

Sometimes something happens to remind us just how small the yachting industry really is. And what extraordinary friendships are forged across oceans and through seasons of exhaustion and laughter. I spent last week thinking about ... Read More

Meet Ken Hickling, President of the International Superyacht Society

Posted: 28th Aug 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

While a specialist in marine paints, Ken Hickling has thrived as a generalist during his tenure as president of the ISS, unafraid to take on major issues like ethics in the superyacht industry. Read More

The Case for Chase Boats

Posted: 26th Aug 2013

Written by: Simon Billington

If you have ever wished you had a bigger tender, but don’t have room to store it on board, you are not alone. A chase boat could be the answer to your problems, but it’s important to choose the right vessel and take into account ... Read More

The Fight for Antibes as the Capital of Yachting in the Med

Posted: 24th Aug 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

Since 1981, Port Vauban has been the undisputed heart of yachting in the Mediterranean. While it’s perhaps not the most popular destination for yacht owners or charterers, a stop at The Blue Lady Pub confirms the volume of yacht c... Read More

Boat Care, Custody and Control under Florida Statutes

Posted: 19th Aug 2013

Written by: Danielle J. Butler

How does a boat dealer or Florida licensed yacht broker import a boat into Florida for sale? If a boat is brought into Florida for the sole purpose of sale by a boat dealer or Florida licensed yacht broker, it will be exempt from ... Read More

Monaco Marine: A Study in Growth

Posted: 19th Aug 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

On the hour-long train ride from Antibes to Monaco, four of the stops along the way have shipyards managed by Monaco Marine. This is no accident. The company has expanded along the French coastline since its founding in 1995, slo... Read More

MSN 1848 - MLC 2006 Survey and Certification of UK Ships

Posted: 15th Aug 2013

Written by: MCA

MLC 2006 comes into force next week - 20 August! Everything you need to know about Survey and Certification of UK ships is summarized in MSN 1848 (M). Read More

An Argument Against the Half Tip Policy

Posted: 15th Aug 2013

Written by: Jo Morgan

Imagine if you found out that half the generous tip you gave to the waitress last night for outstanding service had been confiscated by her manager and was being held ransom for a year, in a bid to coerce the waitress into staying... Read More

Management: Good, Bad or Ugly? A Captain's Perspective

Posted: 14th Aug 2013

Written by: Captain Anonymous

At best, a valued resource and partner. At worst, undermining to captain and crew confidence, chasing a quick buck to the long-term detriment of the entire industry. Read More

First Over the Line! (Well the start line, anyway.)

Posted: 3rd Aug 2013

Written by: Jelly

In preparation for the Rolex Fastnet starting on Sunday 11th, Jelly takes us onboard gaff-yawl Duet for the qualifying cross-Channel Morgan Cup. This 101-year old classic takes on the biggest and the best, in support of the Cirdan... Read More

Y.CO's Tom DeBuse: A Man of the People

Posted: 2nd Aug 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

Despite a desire to run away to sea on a superyacht, Tom DeBuse has never quite been able to. It wasn’t that he never planned to do so. But he was thrown off course by a lost credit card that needed his attention in Greece and by ... Read More

Rotating Heads: Is crew rotation the answer?

Posted: 1st Aug 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

Sometimes you just need to get away from it all. The daily demands of a long season, back to back charters and little privacy are tiring and stressful. The yachting life, through the eyes of a weary crewmember, can start to look v... Read More

Flame Retardancy...Who Needs It?

Posted: 31st Jul 2013

Written by: Flamescreen Limited

Being aboard a superyacht is a dream come true for many of us. But what if the dream turned into a nightmare and fire broke out aboard? You don't have to be at sea for fire to turn into a major disaster - it can happen in a port a... Read More

AroundMe: What's Out There?

Posted: 26th Jul 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

One of the perks of the job is the variety of places you get to visit but, finding your way around is not always easy, especially when you have limited time. New places offer loads of exciting possibilities, but they also present ... Read More

Yacht Management Software - Usability and Interface Design

Posted: 24th Jul 2013

Written by: Amy Levy

For twelve years, Scott Strand worked himself up through the yacht crew ranks, starting as a deckhand while a University of Wisconsin college student in 1989 and ultimately becoming a captain in 2000. But these days, you can find ... Read More

SEAmagine Submarines

Posted: 19th Jul 2013

Written by: SEAmagine

SEAmagine Hydrospace Corporation- the original pioneer since 1995 of the design and manufacturing of small submersibles- has established nine of its submersibles on various ships and yachts and its submarines have now accumulated ... Read More

Rolex Fastnet 2013 on a 101-year-old gaff yawl!

Posted: 14th Jul 2013

Written by: jelly

We're proud to support young sailor and writer jelly, who is taking part in the notorious Fastnet race onboard 101-year-old classic gaff yawl 'Duet'. The crew are raising funds for The Cirdan Sailing Trust, a fantastic organisatio... Read More

VSAT Humour

Posted: 10th Jul 2013

Written by: Edoardo Zarghetta

It’s charter season in the Med. Here's a guide to help crew members love their VSAT systems, because VSAT can be fun, especially if you don’t have to use it! Read More

What to Consider When Selecting a Security Company

Posted: 9th Jul 2013

Written by: Corey Ranslem

Maritime security threats are ever-changing and affect vessels of all types, including large yachts. Attacks are no longer confined... Read More

Below Deck: Superyacht Reality TV

Posted: 1st Jul 2013

Written by: OnboardOnline

People have been saying for a long time that yachts would make a great reality show, so it’s no real surprise that the day has finally arrived: Tonight in the US, yachting reality show ‘Below Deck’ screens on Bravo TV. With epis... Read More

Get Wired: The DC Wire Sizer simplifies electrical engineering

Posted: 30th Jun 2013

Written by: OnboardOnline

The primary cause of boat fires is DC shortages and faulty wiring. Even the odd megayacht can suffer these costly and dangerous malfunctions with highly qualified engineers manning the mechanical and electrical systems. Now there’... Read More

Eric Rahn on the Business of Bunkering and what it Takes to Compete

Posted: 30th Jun 2013

Written by: Daniel Shea

Peterson Fuel Delivery has been offering bunkering services in South Florida since 1990. In 2006 the company was on a downward trend and the owners hired Eric Rahn, a management consultant, to figure out how to turn things around... Read More

Maritime Labour Convention 2006

Posted: 25th Jun 2013

Written by: Mike Sanderson

The deadline for implementation of the MLC 2006 is 20 August 2013, which is fast approaching. All commercially operated yachts need to comply and yachts over 500GT will require an MLC certificate. Non compliance could lead to dete... Read More

Private Security: A Race to the Bottom?

Posted: 16th Jun 2013

Written by: OnboardOnline

The private maritime security industry has been in a state of flux for years. It has grown exponentially, rising to meet the needs of a moment but growing well beyond the actual threats represented by piracy off East Africa. It ha... Read More

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