Superyacht – Employment Disputes

It is without doubt that we have seen some significant improvements in employment of yacht crew over the last decade or so and, on the whole, they fare very well compared to many working on commercial ships.  Unfortunately, disputes still do arise and, if it cannot be resolved amicably, legal action may be necessary.

Superyacht – The Art Of The Budget

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Whenever I talk to owners and clients, the subject running costs and budget always comes up.  I always advise it is the fundamental tool for measuring the finances of the yacht but, like fine art, requires careful crafting and curation to be of value, and a caveat  – there is no ‘one size fits all’ model.

Yacht vs Commercial – Training and Experience, What’s The Difference?

A version of this was first published in The Superyacht Report Issue 185 We know that education, training and experience are vital to ensuring safety on yachts and ships, and although we have the Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention that regulates minimum standards, there are still questions regarding the quality and competency of […]

References – Handle With Care

The thorny subject of references, their value, authenticity and honesty has long been debated, not only in the yachting industry but also in all employment sectors.  Below I look at some of the issues that should be considered. It is important to understand that there is no legal requirement to provide a reference – unless written into contract […]