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Why Teak is More Sustainable Than You Think

Why Teak is More Sustainable Than You Think

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. 

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Refit R&R: Strengthening Yacht Crew Bonds

Refit R&R: Strengthening Yacht Crew Bonds

There are many opportunities for yacht crew to do during a yard period, like bonding activities, training courses, and taking some time for yourself.

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The Craftsmen Behind Yacht Refits

The Craftsmen Behind Yacht Refits

Small marine businesses and craftsmen offer yacht captains and crew a competitive alternative to large, well-known refit yards for repairs and upgrades.

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Refit Revelations: Yacht Captains Tell-All

Refit Revelations: Yacht Captains Tell-All

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.

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Yacht Refits: (Re)building for Tomorrow

Yacht Refits: (Re)building for Tomorrow

Triton takes a look at what’s new in the world of refits, with expansion, innovation, and future-proofing leading the charge.

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Marinas Putting Crew First: Beyond the Berth

Marinas Putting Crew First: Beyond the Berth

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.

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The Hottest Emerging Yacht Charter Destinations

The Hottest Emerging Yacht Charter Destinations

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.

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The Tipping Point: How to Approach Marina Tipping

The Tipping Point: How to Approach Marina Tipping

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.

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Best Music Festivals by Charter Yacht

Best Music Festivals by Charter Yacht

Check out these three music festivals that are easily accessible by yacht, making them a great option to revolve a charter trip around.

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Top Secret Anchorages: A Thing of the Past?

Top Secret Anchorages: A Thing of the Past?

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?

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5 Things Charter Agents Value Most in Yacht Crew

5 Things Charter Agents Value Most in Yacht Crew

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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Other News

MAIB Releases Report on Bayesian Yacht Foundering

MAIB Releases Report on Bayesian Yacht Foundering

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) released an interim report on the circumstances of the loss of seven lives after S/Y Bayesian capsized.

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Lithium Fire Guard Offers Lithium Fire Containment Solution for Yachts

Lithium Fire Guard Offers Lithium Fire Containment Solution for Yachts

Lithium Fire Guard offers the PG 100, a single-stage lithium containment case for runaway lithium battery incidents, which can quickly become life-threatening.

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Bluewater Launches 2025 Photo Competition

Bluewater Launches 2025 Photo Competition

Participants could win €1,000 in the Bluewater photo contest for their depiction of the 2025 theme: “A Day in the Life.”

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Evac Group Launches New Sustainable Waste Management Solution for Superyachts

Evac Group Launches New Sustainable Waste Management Solution for Superyachts

Evac Group, a leader in sustainability technologies and solutions, launched Dehydro, an innovative onboard waste management system designed for superyachts.

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Resolve Academy Hosts 2025 Damage Control Olympics

Resolve Academy Hosts 2025 Damage Control Olympics

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.

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Meet the Triton, ACREW, and YATCO Team!

Meet the Triton, ACREW, and YATCO Team!

As Triton, ACREW, and YATCO grow stronger under the YATCO umbrella, Triton introduces key members from the three companies. 

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Svalbard Tightens Eco Regulations

Svalbard Tightens Eco Regulations

On Jan. 1, 2025, several changes to environmental regulations in Svalbard were enacted, including boat traffic regulations and camping activities.

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Former Crewmember Creates Yacht Recruitment App

Former Crewmember Creates Yacht Recruitment App

Fiona Grey, a former crewmember, created Crewdar, an MLC-compliant yacht recruitment app that hopes to bring recruiting into the digital age.

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Wacky News in the Maritime World

Wacky News in the Maritime World

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!

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Yacht Crew Careers Through the Ages

Yacht Crew Careers Through the Ages

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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