communication
Sophisticated new simulator elevates crew training in Southern California
The size and type of boat can be specified, and conditions such as a snowstorm or giant seas can be simulated with very realistic results — right down to the seasickness, if you’re extra focused.
Stew Cues: Use this uncertain time to shore up ourselves
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan Like everyone else these days, yacht owners, captains and crew worldwide are trying to find a way to make sense of what is going on…
Porto Montenegro offers virtual marina reception
Porto Montenegro has implemented virtual marina reception to provide clients with the option to have face-to-face communication with the marina’s team while observing safe social-distancing guidelines. The Mediterranean luxury yacht…
Stew Cues: Taking note of crew concerns could ease owner’s grievances
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan One of the most common grievances that yacht owners have is dealing with crew issues, and high turnover is near the top of the list.…
Benetti Yachtmaster coming to Key Largo
The second stage of the 20th edition of Benetti Yachtmaster will be held April 22-24 at Baker’s Key Resort on Key Largo, Florida. More than 230 attendees, including 102 captains,…
Rules of the Road: Bareboat charters must meet strict U.S. criteria
Rules of the Road: by Capt. Jake DesVergers In the southeastern United States, the U.S. Coast Guard continues to implement an aggressive program to eliminate illegal charters. During the past…
Crew Coach: Listening well not as easy as you think
Crew Coach: by Capt. Rob Gannon So how do you, dear readers, think we are doing with listening these days? If we just kind of think about our day today,…
Taking the Helm: Communication breakdown leaves charter crew to flounder
Taking the Helm: by Capt. Paul Ferdais I was on a charter recently when there were a couple of issues that developed between the guests, the chief stew and the…
New digital platform for VSAT launched
Several communication and technology veterans have launched a new company to bring seamless internet to the yachting industry. Chicago-based K4 Mobility launched in August 2018 by former inflight satellite company…
