Rumors and misconceptions abound about teak, but fortunately, you don’t have to sacrifice beauty or sustainability when it comes to this much-coveted material.
...There are many opportunities for yacht crew to do during a yard period, like bonding activities, training courses, and taking some time for yourself.
...Small marine businesses and craftsmen offer yacht captains and crew a competitive alternative to large, well-known refit yards for repairs and upgrades.
...Refits can be challenging at the best of times. Several seasoned yacht captains share their insights and advice to help make your next refit easier.
...Triton takes a look at what’s new in the world of refits, with expansion, innovation, and future-proofing leading the charge.
...For yacht crew, marinas are more than just a place between charters or during the off-season; it’s a temporary home that makes or breaks the yachtie experience.
...YATCO spoke with brokers from some of the most popular charter yachts to hear about this year’s hottest destinations and how yacht crew should prepare for them.
...Tipping usually gets a lot of attention from crew, but do they pay it forward? We asked several captains how they approach tipping marina staff.
...Check out these three music festivals that are easily accessible by yacht, making them a great option to revolve a charter trip around.
...You’re on the only yacht in a clandestine anchorage… until another yacht motors in. Are secret anchorages and coves a thing of the past?
...Before charter agents recommend a crew to clients, they make it a priority to meet and observe them. Here are five things charter agents look for aboard yachts.
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The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) released an interim report on the circumstances of the loss of seven lives after S/Y Bayesian capsized.
...Lithium Fire Guard offers the PG 100, a single-stage lithium containment case for runaway lithium battery incidents, which can quickly become life-threatening.
...Participants could win €1,000 in the Bluewater photo contest for their depiction of the 2025 theme: “A Day in the Life.”
...Evac Group, a leader in sustainability technologies and solutions, launched Dehydro, an innovative onboard waste management system designed for superyachts.
...Resolve Academy hosted the crew from four U.S. Navy and Coast Guard vessels during Fort Lauderdale’s Fleet Week for its Damage Control Olympics.
...As Triton, ACREW, and YATCO grow stronger under the YATCO umbrella, Triton introduces key members from the three companies.
...On Jan. 1, 2025, several changes to environmental regulations in Svalbard were enacted, including boat traffic regulations and camping activities.
...Fiona Grey, a former crewmember, created Crewdar, an MLC-compliant yacht recruitment app that hopes to bring recruiting into the digital age.
...Check out recent wacky news from all around the maritime world that includes a man swallowed by a whale, mysterious black tar blobs from the sea, and more!
...Whether faxed or digitally uploaded, the resume process is just one part of getting a yacht job that has changed through the decades.
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