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3G network shutdowns could affect your yacht
The 3G, or third generation, cellphone network will be shut down this year as a transition to 4G and 5G. AT&T shut down their 3G network on Feb. 22, the…
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The importance of deciphering yard contracts and insurance policies cannot be overstated.
Triton Trivia
Do you know where the word “yacht” originated? The term, yacht, originates from the Dutch word “jacht” (plural jachten) which means “hunt.” It originally referred to light, fast sailing vessels…
YACHTNEEDS Launches an Industry 1st
YACHTNEEDS Launches an Industry 1st, Superyacht Specific Marketplace Monaco-based YACHTNEEDS has launched YACHTNEEDS marketplace, the 1st of its kind within the superyacht industry. The hyperlocal marketplace helps yacht crew, guests,…
Chefs up their game when short supplies mean empty shelves at food stores
Whether scrambling for scarce provisions or conjuring up some immunity-boosting magic, these pro yacht chefs tackled pandemic challenges with true aplomb.
Chasing the Caribbean sun in St. Thomas, USVI
By Carol M. Bareuther, RD When locals living in the hills above Charlotte Amalie harbor look out and see the 452-foot, Lürssen-built M/Y Rising Sun is back on the docks…
Circumnavigation dreams stuck in COVID doldrums
For many new yacht owners, the vision of the future aboard their yacht is tied to a dream. For one such owner, the clock is ticking. Will the dream deferred become the dream lost, yet another victim of the COVID nightmare?
MHG celebrates 30th anniversary
Fort Lauderdale-based marine insurance company MHG Insurance turns 30 this year, and is marking its anniversary with a new office and fresh logo. Since opening in 1991, MHG has insured…
AV firms Triton Technical, Great Circle Systems merge
Seattle-based Triton Technical and Great Circle Systems recently announced a plan to merge the companies’ business operations under the Triton Technical brand. The companies offer audio/visual, information technology, and communications…
Rules of the Road: How do I get home?
Rules of the Road: by Capt. Jake DesVergers As the world slowly reopens from the pandemic shutdown, a large number of crew sailing on both merchant ships and yachts find…
