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CONTENTS

SUMMER 2017

FEATURES 21

FESTIVE TIMES Europe’s 2017 festival calendar means new events, old favourites and frenzied masses

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CAPTAIN KIDMAN Nicole Kidman talks exclusively to ONBOARD magazine

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A SHOW OF HANDS Gay and Bi crew are a minority in the yachting industry so how are they treated?

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THE JET SET The pick of our favourite jet tenders for style and manoeuvrability

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CAN YOU MANAGE WITHOUT PAPER? Is it possible to manage a superyacht without the paperwork?

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EASTERN DELIGHTS Head east this summer and visit some great marinas

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STAND UP AND BE COUNTED Chris Bertish pushing the limits of human possibility

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PAWS FOR THOUGHT The pros and cons of pets onboard superyachts

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CLIFF HANGER Alf Anderson tackles the heady heights of the Via Ferrata

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WIGHT WATER Lendy Cowes Week is about to launch and international interest is at an all time high

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BRING IT ON Claire Griffiths looks at specialist provisioning

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132 RIDING THE WAVES Grab yourself a jet ski and hit the water 134 TEAK THE RIGHT APPROACH A look at teak and the alternatives that are available

REGULARS 7

COMMENT It’s a case of horses for courses for The Salty Seadog

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MY OPINION Paul Bournas on the potential pitfalls involved in coatings

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MYBA Tove Johnson shares her thoughts on MYBA’s growing involvement in yacht shows

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REGULARS 13

UPFRONT Tips, people, advice and myths

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WEAR IT Channel your inner diva this summer by going bold and the best swim attire for men

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NEW LAUNCH Lurssen have delivered Aurora, a stunning 74 metre beauty

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DESIRE The latest eye catching desirable innovations and design trends

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CREW PROFILE Madhi Meister talks about her job as Chief Stewardess onboard M/Y Jaguar

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FOOD & DRINK The latest food and drink trends for you to try over the summer months

104 A DAY IN THE LIFE OF...

Anna Cannavacciuolo, Port Director of Marina D’Arechi in Italy

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BODY The latest facts, fads and tips for health and beauty and massage techniques along with a guide to tired skin

112 YACHT ESSENTIALS

Editor Chris Clifford recommends his favourite products and services for the season and beyond

128 NAVIGATOR

A guide to the breathtaking city of

Spain’s third largest city, Valencia

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130 SIX OF THE BEST

Droning On. Our six favourite drones 144 FLOAT YOUR BOAT

Kayaking and rafting off the beaten track

Editor Chris Clifford Editorial Assistant Carol Kenyon Advertising Manager Tim Morris Sales Executive Terry Hurley Art Direction Katie Prentice Accounts Julie Hewitt Contributors Frances and Michael Howorth, Tom Harrow, Claire Griffiths, Laurence Lewis, Sue Pelling, Adam Fiander, Alf Alderson, Erica Lay Front cover Kristina Strobel

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COMMENT

I guess it’s a case of horses for courses I

f you are a yacht broker who manages your own client’s yacht, then I suggest that, in order to keep your blood pressure down, you look away and stop reading now.

Are you still with me? Well don’t say I did not warn you!

The reason I issue such a warning is because I would like to question why we need such managers in this industry? You see I have long believed that the real manager of the yacht is the Captain. It is the Captain’s job to manage the yacht and its crew. It is, in fact, an essential part of his job description.

In the past, this was always the case and until the yacht broker decided to gate crash and become the manager, that’s how it always was.

Why do they treat Captains with so little respect and so much contempt?

Brokers who buy and sell a yacht for clients do, in the most part, a good job and give value for money. They know the value of a yacht, they know who she might sell to and they have the contacts to make that sale happen. So they are very useful, if not essential, people to have on your side when you are buying or selling.

It’s with the bit in the middle that they get in the way. Let’s be honest, the only reason brokers decided to become managers in the first place was they needed a reason to stay in touch with their clients between purchase and sale. Remember, they did not make huge amounts of cash at the time of purchase but they could pay off their mortgage when you wanted to sell the yacht. What better way to stay in touch than to offer to look after the yacht in the meantime? Salesmen, and that’s what brokers are in reality, have mostly never been to sea, they do not know what the boss likes to do on his yacht and

they are mostly inept when it comes to hiring and firing crew. What is it that makes them think they can do what the Captain does while sitting in their offices?

Look what happens when a superyacht is involved in an accident. The so called professional manager spends the next few months batting away the blame hoping the enquiry finds them blameless. They fend off the angry and work hard to retain their fee.

They do not worry that the Captain will lose his job or that his certificate and therefore his livelihood is put into jeopardy. They know that they can find another Captain soon enough. Finding an owner with a purse deep enough to satisfy a manager is altogether a different matter.

Why do they treat Captains with so little respect and so much contempt when they are the ones on whom they will be reliant to keep their clients happy and interested?

I mention this particularly because a Captain colleague of mine told me he had answered an email from a broker/manager inviting him to fly from London to Monaco in order to attend an interview recently. The Captain immediately responded positively, asking to know which day suited them best and with whom he would be talking. Forty eight hours later he had still heard nothing. So he sat around wondering whether or not he was going to Monaco the following week or not.

Salty Seadog questions the interests of the Yacht Broker who decides to move into yacht management

He told me, “I’ve never been a fan, nor understood why salesmen have so much clout in an industry like this. Having to suck up to Brokers to get a job really makes no sense at all if one looks at the levels we need to work and the people we are entrusted to look after.” I suggested they surely are not all as bad as he suggests and to his great credit he did concede that there are some great Brokers out there.

“But,” he added, “They are in the minority.

The Tim Wiltshires and Rupert Nelsons of this world are thin on the ground and they are massively outnumbered by shallow and hugely inexperienced idiots.”

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Surveying the situation Paul Bournas reveals potential pitfalls and challenges involved in coating a superyacht in today’s world

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hen I took over CCS Yachting Coating Services three years ago, I came into a business whose complexity is all too often underestimated. The painting of a superyacht accounts for up to 15% of the cost of every new build and requires enormous expertise to get it right. The room for error is very small with this highly visible part of a vessel.

I see yachts continuing to grow in size and most of all build times are reduced. This has an enormous impact on the logistics, requirements and processes. Therefore, the need for an extra set of eyes has been made all the greater by the fact that the criteria have become much higher over the past decade or so.

Methods, too, are changing at lightning pace, and the fact that some yards which offer large superyachts have only limited experience in their actual construction is also a major issue.

There are other factors. Increasingly stringent environmental legislation has meant that certain components have to be left out of paint, which makes the painting process more difficult. The new trend for metallic coating is already starting to seriously sort the wheat from the chaff when it comes to paintwork. And regardless of the type of paint, the greatest challenge of all is that people rarely leave enough time for the coating works. This issue will remain the biggest challenge in the future.

One of the key factors for a successful outcome is to ensure that expectations are managed and met. It all starts when you sign the contract: what are the acceptance criteria, what are we agreeing with each other? Many yards opt for the ICOMIA Guideline, which I consider to be an industry minimum. Those same yards will, however, be pledging to their clients to build to a much higher level overall and later find themselves having to pay huge amounts extra to bring the paintwork up to the standard of the rest of the boat.

So the question is: “What can be done to make a refit or new build paint job a success?” I am convinced that with a clear and specific Superyacht Tender Survey, you get the result that all parties involved are expecting.

POINTS TO CONSIDER Carry out an initial survey An initial survey before starting is essential to draft an accurate scope of work. The more comprehensive this scope, the less confusion there is over what is included in the overall cost and expectations of the paint job.

Thoroughly check contracts & documentation Writing a refinishing specification (paint specification and acceptance criteria) manages the expectations of the desired quality to all parties involved. The specifications cover the full paint system including parameters concerning gloss levels, maximum allowable dust inclusions (particle size and density) and tolerable deflections in surface fairness, etc.

Have a kick-off meeting To ensure all parties are on the same page from the beginning we recommend a kick-off meeting. It allows owners to communicate requirements and expectations with the yard/subcontractors.

Steps covered in the meeting include: acceptance criteria, planning, documentation, cut lines etc.

Carry out regular inspections Inspections during key moments help ensure quality. They allow corrective action to be taken before mistakes lead to paint disasters, delays and budget overruns.

Perform a final survey Once the work is completed, a Final Survey documents the technical and aesthetic quality of the new paint system. The report can be used for acceptance / warranty purposes as well as to analyse paint degradation over time.

Carry out a warranty survey Using the data collected during the Final Survey as a benchmark, you can accurately and objectively assess any paint degradation over time by performing another survey just before the warranty expires.

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MYBA

Show of strength Tove Johnson shares her thoughts about MYBA’s growing involvement in international yacht shows

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YBA The Worldwide Yachting Association takes particular pride in organising, supporting and participating in events that have the sustainability of the whole yachting industry at heart and help define its future. The focus of the Association is always on bringing together the best of the yachting industry, setting standards of excellence and providing opportunities for professional and personal growth. When all of this happens in one place, and over a relatively short time span, you are most likely attending one of the yacht shows that MYBA is actively involved in.

MYBA is well aware that yacht shows are among the most important and productive events for superyacht professionals, as they are able to gather accurate information about yachts and their crew, learn all about the latest developments in the yachting industry, attend informative seminars, network and discover new destinations. This accumulation of knowledge and information is vital when offering expert advice and guidance to clients, and that is why MYBA makes its appearance at more than one show.

The first and foremost is the MYBA Charter Show, one of the most important fixtures on the yachting calendar and an excellent example of the Association’s organizational skills. It is solid proof that the Association possesses the know – how necessary for putting on its own Show. The 29th MYBA Charter Show, which was held for the very first time at OneOcean Port Vell in Barcelona, was a new chapter in the Show’s long history and one that has provided many reasons for celebration. Despite the fact that the organisers had less than 10 months in which to complete all preparations for the change of venue, it was a Show that set new records and created positive waves. The 495 brokers and charter managers in attendance were able to personally inspect and appraise some of the most luxurious charter yachts in the world but they also had the opportunity of exploring one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Studded with the architectural gems of Gaudi and culinary stars, Barcelona is simply a spectacular setting for a boat show of international acclaim. Add to that 554 crew members who worked very

hard to ensure that everything was ship shape, 107 exhibitors displaying the finest ancillary services on the market, countless social events, and you have the recipe for success.

Partnerships are also very important to MYBA as it strongly believes in working with others for the good of all. A combination of strengths, skills and resources are essential to the yachting industry and a fine example of this is the increasingly successful Palma Superyacht Show. Conducted in partnership with MYBA, it has gone from strength to strength and provides attendees with the opportunity to view a choice selection of vessels from every segment of the market, in a location that was voted as the “Best Place to Live in the World”. One of its highlights is the unique balance between sailing yachts and motor yachts, which are available both for sale and charter. The Palma Superyacht Show is beneficial for the industry in Spain, but also for Palma as a destination. The same line of thinking applies to the MYBA Superyacht Pop-Up Show which is the result of a close collaboration between MYBA and Porto Montenegro. The protagonists are always the yachts but the spotlight also falls on the exceptional services that are available to superyachts and the striking beauty of the surrounding cruising grounds.

A strong bond has also been forged with the Antigua Yacht Charter Show, with a member of the MYBA Charter Shows Panel acting as a liaison for many years. The Association is a loyal sponsor of the Captains’ Soiree, whose proceeds support worthwhile charities such as the Cobbs Cross Primary School. Recently, MYBA’s involvement in supporting international yacht shows has grown even further to include the Mediterranean Yacht Show, which is organised by the Greek Yachting Association and held in the picturesque town of Nafplion. With an impressive collection of EU flagged superyachts available for charter in the Eastern Mediterranean and a selection of historical and cultural sites at a stone’s throw, the MEDYS attracts a large number of MYBA Members. During the 2017 show Fiona Maureso, MYBA President, chaired a workshop on the subject of “MYBA & the East Med”, with the main message being: “Growth is never by mere chance; it is the result of forces working together”.

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YACHTIE TYPES Seasick Nanny “Oh fab look the owner’s bringing their nanny to look after their unruly kids! No more scrubbing crayon crap off the white sofas,” said the Chief Stew…. Until the poor nanny who’s never been on a kayak let alone a superyacht turns a whiter shade of pale 30 seconds off the dock and is completely immobile for the whole charter. And it’s like having an extra, bed ridden guest to wait on. Oh well, at least the combination of scotchguard and vomit stopped the crayon sticking to the sofa hey.

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MYTHICAL MONSTER Lernaean Hydra - More often known simply as the Hydra, was a serpentine water monster in Greek and Roman mythology. The Hydra was the offspring of Typhon and Echidna. It possessed many heads, the exact number of which varies according to the source. Later versions of the Hydra story add a regeneration feature to the monster: for every head chopped off, the Hydra would regrow a couple of heads. The Hydra had poisonous breath and blood so virulent that even its scent was deadly.

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DOUBLE DENIM Yes it’s back and it’s fresh! Previously frowned upon as resembling Justin Timberlake and Britney in the 90s, double denim was a total faux pas. No more!

Now you are very on trend if you’re teaming head to toe denim. Rock-on Status Quo.

CLEANING UP THE OCEANS World Oceans Day was celebrated in style back in June.

There’s an amazing amount of communities and foundations getting behind these initiatives, and rightly so. Remember guys, the oceans provide us all with a decent living.

EASTERN MED Charters are heading East this summer. The rising stars are Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast, Montenegro and the Aegean islands. This area has an enormous amount to offer the cultural buffs and for natural unspoilt beauty, it’s hard to beat.

BLACK ICE CREAM Launched by Jude’s Ice Cream in the UK, it’s made with exotic sounding coconut ash and has an intense rich coconutty flavour. This is the edgiest summer treat this season. So, black is the new vanilla.

ROGUE CREW AGENTS With social media sites making it easier for unregulated crew agents to operate, one prominent crew agent has suspended operation in protest. Crew need to be aware of the ramifications of using an unregulated agent too.

CONTRACTS People are still joining yachts without contracts in place. This never ends well. Yachting is a professional industry and if a captain won’t give you a contract, walk away.

You are not protected and they don’t even have to pay you.

DRUGS & ALCOHOL A sad trend this one… reports of drug use and alcohol abuse in the industry are on the increase. If you feel you’re developing a problem find local support. Don’t be alone.

VINEGAR On all our yachtie FB groups if any one asks how to remove a stain from ANY surface, why do people say vinegar? Great for your chips but not for these delicate interior surfaces. Do the right thing and get some professional advice.

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DO THE MATHS: SUMMER STRESS What are the most stressful situations during charter season?

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OPEN TO QUESTION What’s your favourite, or most beneficial show or event in the yachting calendar?

TOM BLENCOWE, MATE Monaco Yacht Show - the exhibitioners realise that a significant part of yachting is the crew, because not only are we the nuts and bolts of the industry, but for their products to reach the owner’s ears or eyes, they first have to impress the crew.

BURCIN YAVRU, DECK CREW Monaco Yacht Show – the most prestigious yacht show in the world that gives us the opportunity to meet new yachties and share experiences. Plus, lots of brands sharing their technology or wine testing crew parties! F1 museum and the night life is the best in the Med I think.

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JOHN SAWYER, CAPTAIN Palma Boat Show - because it’s changed its focus/market and growing now year on year. It’s a small familiar yacht show where you can actually in a short couple of hours see medium sized yachts and meet with people who actually have time.

CHARLES LAUGHEAD, CHEF & PROVISIONER Monaco Yacht Show - hands down!

The social aspect of Monaco is quite nice but the event is always fruitful for our company. It’s a wonderful opportunity for us to visit with our clients on the Med. It also affords us an opportunity to pre-plan with our clients for any of their upcoming Caribbean season.

JAMES SCOTT, MATE Düsseldorf Boat Show - fantastic in the down season to visit a show that catered this year for superyachts. Great technical advice is available, so go armed with your winter snagging/wish list as you get the answers you want.

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FACT Captain Birdseye was real.

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DID YOU KNOW? The actor most associated with Captain Birdseye was John Hewer, who played the character from 1967 to 1998, with a hiatus in 1971, when the fictitious Captain was killed off by Birdseye, with an ‘obituary’ in The London Times.

CELEBRITY STATUS In a 1993 poll, Captain Birdseye was named as the most recognisable captain on the planet after Captain Cook.

THE POPULAR VOTE Over 570 million fish fingers are sold every year.

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Toe the line Youngsters in a ship, be they ship’s boys or student officers, were sometimes required to stand with their toes just touching a designated seam for a period of time as punishment for some minor infraction of discipline, such as talking or fidgeting. Over time this has lead us to the modern day expression meaning to conform to a rule or standard.

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STEVE JACKSON Director, Asperton Insurance Advisors St Barth’s is a very special place for me and somewhere that I’m fortunate enough to visit most years during the regatta season. Although know as an exclusive getaway island for the rich and famous with its beach clubs and fine dining, it also holds many hidden gems, which if you are prepared to go off the beaten track a little are worth the hike. There are some beautiful

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PLAY BY THE BOOK NOTES FROM THE PYA: CHANGES TO MCA SEA SERVICE VERIFICATION PROCEDURE ARE NOW ACTIVE WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR YACHT CREW?

MIN 543 AND ITS EFFECT ON YOUR SEA SERVICE

From now on, all seafarers in the yachting sector who wish to apply for an NoE or for the renewal of a CoC will be expected to have their SSTs verified by an approved organisation, such as the PYA, PRIOR TO SUBMISSION to the MCA. The MCA has stated in the MIN that failure to submit pre-verified sea service under these revised arrangements 'will cause severe processing delays of around 160 days'. They have strongly recommended that seafarers in this industry use a Service Record Book such as that issued by the PYA, as this is the 'preferred method of sea service verification

24th May 2017 marked the coming into effect of the MCA notice MIN 543, which implements new arrangements for the verification of Sea Service Testimonials (SSTs) in the yachting sector. Whilst prior to this M notice, the MCA were happy for seafarers to submit their sea service directly to them, they have now transferred the task of verifying sea service testimonials from their own staff to an approved ‘verifying organisation’, which the PYA has been since 1994, when it was first approved to verify sea service by the MCA on its behalf.

of the MCA'.

WHY CHOOSE THE PYA AS YOUR VERIFYING ORGANISATION? MIMIN 543 requires compliance with quality management protocols which make the processes undertaken on its behalf now subject to strict audit and control measures by the MCA. The

PYA has been authorised and audited by the MCA to verify sea service on its behalf for 23 years - no other verifying organisation has this track record. If there are problems with your sea service, our highly experienced team are able to assist you and solve any problems, ensuring that everything is perfect for your application.

THE PYA IS NOW APPROVED

BY THE MCA TO VERIFY SEA SERVICE FOR NON MEMBERS, FOR WHICH THERE WILL BE A CHARGE OF €50 PER TESTIMONIAL

BENEFITS OF PYA MEMBERSHIP Although the PYA can verify sea service for non-members, there are many reasons in addition to getting a Service Record Book why it is worth becoming a member.

The PYA is the ONLY association committed to looking after the interests of professional

yacht crew. In addition to providing members with a professional, long-established, highly regarded sea service verification service, members also benefit from impartial and accurate advice, support and information on careers, regulations, certification, welfare issues, non payment/contractual problems and much more.

HOW CAN THE PYA HELP BOTH MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS WITH SEA SERVICE VERIFICATION? The PYA has been verifying sea service on behalf of the MCA as part of the service for its members since 1994. There will be no change in the procedures for members of the association who are already using a PYA Service Record Book and who, as at present, will need to submit only a correctly entered SRB to the MCA. However, the PYA is now approved by the MCA to verify sea service for non-members, for which there will be a charge of €50 per testimonial.

Both members and non-members can upload their sea service testimonials directly to a secure online area, where they can log in to see the status of verification for each piece of sea service.

always extremely popular and the information disseminated at PYA events is often being reported for the first time thanks to our tireless efforts to work with administrations and experts to provide accurate and impartial advice to crew. PYA members will always have either free or reduced entry to all PYA events.

PYA members have access to a secure online area where they can upload their documents and check on the status of their sea service verification.

All new PYA members are entitled to a Yacht Rating Certificate and Training Record Book free of charge if required.

For more information visit www.pya.org

The PYA hosts a range of events throughout the year which educate yacht crew on topical issues or provide them with Continuing Professional Development opportunities. These are

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BOARDMASTERS NEWQUAY, UNITED KINGDOM Boardmasters is a multi-genre music and extreme sports festival unlike anything else Europe has to offer. Mixing electrifying music from some of the world’s biggest names along with high octane sports, it brings with it a unique atmosphere of sheer excitement year on year. Set in Newquay, on the south

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OBONJAN OBONJAN ISLAND, CROATIA Obonjan​​Island,​​just off the coast of Šibenik in Croatia,​ ​returns​ ​for​ ​an extended​ ​ten week​ ​season​ ​of inspiring, creative and restorative experiences.

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holiday. DGTL Festival landed for the first time in Barcelona in 2015, after years of revolutionising the Dutch electronic music scene. Its first edition gathered 20,000 people and 40 artists divided over three stages; while the second one, in 2016, drew in 30,000 visitors.

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INDIE MUSIC FEST BALTAR, PORTUGAL Portugal’s Indie Music Fest is, as the name suggests, a music festival dedicated to music from independent, unsigned and under the radar artists.

Taking place in Baltar in the north of the country, the festival provides a platform for emerging Portuguese talent, offering music fans the chance to see a lineup of exciting new acts amongst beautiful natural surroundings.

The enchanting woodland setting enhances the intimate feel of the festival that forgoes grandeur and celebrity in favour of an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, focused resolutely on celebrating the abundant talent of Portugal’s rising stars.

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Summer Sound Festival is an electronic and pop music festival in France; taking place in the historic dockyards of the naval town of Rochefort. The lineup blends diverse electro-inspired pop with big bass and beats from an eclectic range of artists, many from France but also well known musicians from across the globe.

Despite this only being the third edition, the festival has already featured global stars David Guetta, Alesso, Steve Aoki and Benny Benassi among its performers; and this summer is set to build on the strong foundations built by the previous editions. Win the opportunity to mix on the main stage alongside Madeon, Martin Solveig, Don Diablo... And create its official 2017 soundtrack. For this 3rd edition, SOON VIBES organises an original creation as official soundtrack and DJ set contest in collaboration with Fun Radio, pioneer DJ France and Guettapen.

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Management companies often require three quotes to be returned and the time taken to research items, discuss specifications, find the best prices, check availability etc takes up a large amount of time. Then, once the purchasing starts, if all items are coming from different suppliers this entails an enormous amount of work: getting approvals for separate invoices, ordering, processing invoices, chasing, checking deliveries, finding substitutes when informed of a lack of availability and dealing with inevitable shipping issues.

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AURORA One of the most highly anticipated deliveries of the season took place at the Rendsburg yard in Germany.

LĂźrssen delivered this 74m that includes a full beam sky lounge Words: Frances and Michael Howorth

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She successfully concluded her sea trials at the end of May in the Baltic Sea with ideal weather conditions. In mid-June, this world-class yacht left for her maiden voyage, heading to the Mediterranean where she will enjoy her very first season with her new owners.

The exterior and interior design are both from the Winch Design team. Keeping in mind the owner’s desire to enjoy the yacht with family, the design includes many areas, which are intimate and personal. All her decks were built taking family spaces into consideration. Rich mahogany and stainless

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steel adorn the exterior profile, reflecting the romance of transatlantic liners and giving the yacht a timeless grace.

Aurora has her own authentic charm; she is a modern interpretation of an old classic, with a number of innovative features such as a large portlight to the main staircase and custom, state-of-the-art exterior lighting across each deck. Numerous remarkable artworks can be found on the bridge deck, which also features an aft bar for entertaining.

Her interior is based on the early 1900s Art Deco era, taking inspiration from influential artists and designers from the time period. The interior is unique and particular, following the specific vision of the owner, who was heavily

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“The owner’s family happily enjoyed yachting for many years,” her Captain explains. “After gaining so much experience, they had no doubts with whom to build their first bespoke yacht.

We are happy that Lürssen have met the high expectations of the owner, both in terms of product quality and being able to deliver within budget and on time. My crew and I are looking forward to Aurora finding her place amongst her peers as a remarkable statement in large yacht construction, based on a strong design and expert engineering skills.”

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CAPTAIN KIDMAN SHE MAY HAVE ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST RECOGNISABLE FACES, BUT OFF CAMERA NICOLE KIDMAN HAS LONG MADE PRIVACY A PRIORITY, AND HER 46M MOTOR YACHT EXUDES HOLLYWOOD ELEGANCE WHILE AT THE SAME TIME KEEPING THE PRYING LENSES OF THE PAPARAZZI AT BAY

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t’s easy to forget sometimes that stars of the silver screen are mere mortals too. No matter how many starring roles and awards these men and women have to their names, such fame also comes at the cost of giving up a fair amount of confidentiality. For Nicole Kidman, a woman whose 2002 coronation as People Magazine’s Most Beautiful Person in the World only further highlights her instant recognisability, this surrendering of intimacy to the press never sat comfortably with the leading lady in spite of her decades long career in front of the camera.

A self confessed shy and ‘strange’ child, Kidman first found fame in the 1989 psychological seafaring thriller Dead Calm alongside Sam Neill and Billy Zane before 1990’s Days of Thunder saw her star with bona fide Hollywood heavyweight Tom Cruise. The pair became romantically involved off-screen and quickly married – the combined aura of Cruise and Kidman

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making the couple a permanent fixture in the media spotlight – and by the time they divorced 11 years later, Kidman’s status in Hollywood was as secured as her former husband’s.

“Because of all the scrutiny and because of the way in which my life was being affected at that time, the truth is that I basically just wanted to curl up in a ball and become very, very small,” Kidman, now 49, reveals. “I don’t know any other way to explain it, but I wanted to go back to the womb. My mum always said that I’m too fragile for the long haul with acting!”

Since her high-profile split from Cruise, Kidman’s career has moved yet again to new heights, with the star securing her fourth Academy Award nomination for last year’s Lion. Behind the scenes, too, Kidman has flourished, having married country singer Keith Urban in 2006.

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“I think I’ve settled into enjoying my life. I’m happy,” she says of the last few years as Mrs Urban. “I’m content. What more could you ask for?”

And yet, the inherent discordance continues between Kidman’s character and the numerous red carpet appearances, which she describes as ‘all a bit Cinderella’.

Thankfully for the star, she has long held an ace up her glamorous sleeve when it comes to getting away from it all in a style most befitting of her dual heritage to two nations which have had long relationships with the ocean surrounding them. Though her parents were Australian through and through, Kidman was born on a Hawaiian island and given the traditional name ‘Hokulani’.

The Polynesian-inspired moniker, meaning ‘heavenly star’, was repurposed years later by Kidman as the name given to her 46m luxury yacht, constructed by the American yacht building company Palmer Johnson and launched in 2007 after Kidman had settled down with Urban.

Unlike the unfortunate ocean going scenario Kidman found herself in Dead Calm, the Hokulani has been devised with sophistication and serenity in mind. Twin MTU 4000 engines capable of 3,650 horsepower each, and an aluminium superstructure allow the vessel to glide across the waves at a maximum speed of 29 knots, more than enough to escape the unwanted attentions of the press.

Inside the craft, the award winning design team at Nuvolari-Lenard have created an opulent yet tasteful interior fit for a star of Kidman’s calibre. With natural wood furnishings and fittings that point to the Italian firm’s love of favouring the traditional over the mechanical, all three floors of the Hokulani are spacious and open to natural light with vast panoramic windows and several lounging areas around the ship.

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THE POLYNESIAN-INSPIRED MONIKER, HOKULANI, MEANING ‘HEAVENLY STAR’, WAS REPURPOSED YEARS LATER BY KIDMAN AS THE NAME GIVEN TO HER 46M LUXURY YACHT, CONSTRUCTED BY PALMER JOHNSON But just as Kidman on-screen marries all that is great about the heroines of classic Hollywood with 21st century production values, so too does the Hokulani offer several modern twists for those on board.

“But getting away and being on the seas has always been a wonderful escape. It’s the sort of thing you can’t actually escape in somewhere like Cannes, but the harbour is always a magnificent sight at night.”

Each of the five luxurious guest cabins is equipped with modern entertainment systems (presumably so you can catch up on the hostess’s latest releases). The master suite is found on the lower deck and encompasses three levels, with a private study, walk-in wardrobes and a bathroom with personal jacuzzi.

To that end, the Hokulani is packed to the gills with an assortment of high-tech water toys, from snorkelling equipment to jet skis, so that Kidman and her family can enjoy their time away from the glitz and glamour of a life spent in the spotlight to the fullest.

Once aboard, it’s not just precious time away from her demanding career and the paparazzi lenses that Kidman gets from her time spent on the ocean – Hokulani also gives the well travelled star the opportunity to just pack her bags and sail into the sunset with family and close friends.

With an easy capacity of 10, there’s plenty of room for everyone.

For Kidman, however, there are of course a few fellow seafarers who are more important than others, namely her four children: adopted daughter Isabella and son Connor from her earlier marriage with Cruise, and daughters Sunday Rose and Faith from her relationship with Urban.

“I have many different aged daughters, so there are different fun things to do with each of them,” Kidman agrees. “And partly it’s my desire to keep them protected, and just enjoy things. I much prefer to go swimming!

“It’s one of the reasons why I continue to act as well: because I quite like the gypsy life,” she agrees. “I like the idea of not knowing what’s around the corner. I like all of that and I think it’s very good to expose the children to different environments, different people and different countries. We got to live in France and Morocco, as well as back in Australia. We move a lot; it’s just part of our family.”

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any crew have endured some nasty stuff from homophobic and bigoted crew members but these were definitely in the minority. For every bad experience, there were several good. And although none of us should have to suffer any form of discrimination or abuse from anyone, in many cases other crew members stood together to defend our gay crew.

This, makes me feel rather proud.

So, we’ll start with a couple of the bad ones… Like the male dayworker who got let go from a sailing yacht a few weeks back after drunkenly telling the stew on a night out he thought the mate was hot.

Foolishly, she thought this was funny and told the mate. The mate was that insecure he fired him for it. Can’t help but wonder, if the dayworker had been a pretty little female would she have been fired? Doubtful.

found women far more accepting than men. Interesting, compared to when it’s a female crew member like ‘Jenny’ above who’s found the opposite.

There’s a well known captain who is renowned for being a racist, homophobic, bigot (must be proud of that), and quite frankly it’s surprising he still manages to get crew.

It seems he’s bullied a huge number of people for any reason he sees fit, but in particular refuses to sail with gay crew.

It’s interesting though – perhaps he’s a closet homosexual himself and that’s why he’s so aggressively anti-gay?

On the more positive side, two openly gay engineers have said they have never had any major issues with their sexuality. One of them now runs a fully gay ER team. That’s got to be pretty rare! The other engineer said

On one particular yacht with gay owners, and mostly gay crew, the captain pulled aside the new steward to discuss his sexual preferences a couple of days into the job.

This was after he’d figured out he was the minority on board as a straight man.

How’s that for a change! He said the crew were very respectful and there was never an issue; the girls on the interior always commented on how courteous and polite the crew and owners were.

One of the housekeeping girls told me, “It was honestly a very nice environment. My friend has been sexually harassed so, I got her a job working with me and we loved being able to just do our jobs and not be treated like a piece of meat. I would love to work with gay crew and for gay owners again, it’s been quite liberating. The owners were always considerate as were the crew.”

AND HOW CAN WE BE SURE IT’S JUST BANTER WHEN SOMETIMES THAT’S USED AS A WAY TO THINLY DISGUISE DISCRIMINATION? A CHALLENGE, YOU HAVE TO ADMIT Highly doubtful. And disappointing and so intolerant. Since when is finding someone attractive a sackable offence? The mate should have been flattered, the dayworker knew he was straight so what’s the problem?

I suspect insecurity.

As decky ‘Bobby’ says, “I wasn’t hired because a captain assumed that as a gay man (I told him at interview because it avoids issues down the line) I was going to fancy him and make things uncomfortable.

Wakeup call straight boys, not ALL gay men will immediately find you attractive.

When I go to work, I am there to sail and work hard, I am not constantly looking for a relationship.”

“on the whole I’ve found gays are accepted in the industry nowadays. And if not, well, their boats aren’t getting fixed!”.

An ex-navy, gay captain told me he feels ‘banter’ is often used as a get out clause if/when people are offended. But, other crew have said they enjoy a certain amount of banter and it goes both ways, but how easy is it to establish boundaries? And how can we be sure it’s ‘just banter’ when sometimes that’s used as a way to thinly disguise discrimination?

“Jenny” a pansexual chef prefers to keep her life private. “My sexual preferences have absolutely nothing to do with my work colleagues. If the lads hear I’m into girls then the guys are fine but I’ve had the odd cabin mate saying she feels uncomfortable. So, I prefer to keep my private life to myself.”

She also emphasised she’s there to work, not to find love.

We have another sad story but with a positive outcome. A temp crew member was fired after telling the captain he refused to share a cabin with a gay crew member.

The captain, a lovely chap and a very calm family man was visibly upset and told our lad that he must never worry, or think he’s different to any other crew member, and that he and the management support him.

See? There are some great people in our industry, and it’s important we all defend our fellow crew members – we need to stamp out this behaviour.

A deckhand was told by the Chief Officer (in front of the other crew) to “change that camp walk… and lower your voice a semitone”. He told me he felt that homophobia and acceptance were very much a generational issue and younger crew seem less bothered. Others disagreed with this saying it’s hit and miss, and actually

A well established chef told me his first yacht was full of bigots and he left when snide remarks became downright homophobic, but said since then he’s never encountered any further issues. He said, “Being gay these days is fairly accepted by most crew.

I find most yacht crew to be very open about sexuality.”

I spoke with several straight crew who relayed experiences of working for gay or lesbian owners, and the general consensus was that they were some of the best people to work for.

A chief stew who had a gay man and a black muslim lesbian in her team told me, “for me, and the crew on board we loved the diversity of ethnicity, sexuality and religion.”

There is a secret group I’ve been told about on Facebook for gay crew with over 250 members, and I’ve also been told that it’s been a great support to many who have suffered at the hands of the bigots. It’s always great to know there’s somewhere you can go to talk to likeminded individuals and know you’re not alone.

So, my final words on this topic for now is that if you’ve been victimised for who you are, by someone else in yachting, is to please not give up on us, these people are in the minority.

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SERVICE WITH A SMILE Madhi Meister talks to Frances and Michael Howorth about her job as Chief Stewardess aboard M/Y Jaguar What made you join the superyacht industry?

I had moved to London like many Aussies do, to see the world but I was running out of money when someone suggested flying down to France. I hadn’t been there long before I got offered a job on M/Y Willpower.

How long have you been aboard your current yacht and why/how did you join her?

I have been on board Jaguar for three years now. The captain found my profile through Bluewater Yachting and I joined the vessel in Barcelona, Spain. The close knit friendship/ family crew vibe on board sold it for me.

Why did you join the interior crew rather than deck crew?

My background is in service and hospitality and I guess I never gave it a second thought.

I like looking after people and being a stew works well for me.

What do you most like about your job?

This is going to upset some of your readers but I really love it that I work on rotation and work the same roster as my partner. That means we get to fly out to Mexico and chill out on a regular basis. The owners of this yacht are really nice and are wonderfully accommodating and understanding.

And least like?

Mondays and Thursdays which are the days I have to clean the Captain’s cabin.

Where do you spend your time ashore when not working on board Jaguar?

Believe it or not I live on board our own sailing yacht in Mexico. Needless to say she is a lot smaller than Jaguar! My partner and I find Mexico a delight, it’s not expensive and it has so much to offer in the way of exciting things to do when on holiday.

Do you have a pet hate?

I really hate the sound of slamming doors.

That is made much worse when those slamming doors are your crew mates who should know how hard it is to catch a few minutes of down time during the busy charter season when we stews have to work the oddest of hours.

If you had a magic wand what would you change in your job?

I would change the itinerary of this yacht. We are mostly Med based and I would love to do the Northwest Passage, Alaska or perhaps the Pacific Islands.

What’s the most curious request you have had made of you?

I was a little heavy footed when I came into yachting. My first chief stewardess asked me to ‘walk differently’. At the time I was offended and didn’t understand what she meant but now I find myself observing other stews’ foot falls!

What is your favourite restaurant or bar in the Mediterranean and why is it special?

El Paradiso, on Carrer de Rera Palau. It’s a secret speakeasy here in Barcelona’s El Born barrio. Some clandestine bars have unmarked bells or passcodes. Others have revolving bookcases, but here it’s a fridge door in a pastrami outlet.

What is your most amusing superyacht experience you can recall?

Watching a Captain ride the yacht’s motorbike/scooter off the self made ramp from the boat’s swim step onto the dock. He and it fell into the water in front of a large audience of onlookers. Everyone had a giggle.

It wasn’t so funny at the time but now looking back it certainly is!

If you could recommend a Med based Yacht Agency to another Stew who would it be?

A1 Yachting have been so very helpful to us as a yacht. Based in Greece, they have a network of offices throughout the Greek islands as well as associate offices throughout the western and eastern Mediterranean.

What advice would you give to someone thinking of working as a stew on a yacht?

I would suggest they use their initiative and practice thinking on their feet. They should prepare themselves for long and frequently anti social working hours and remember that no matter what goes wrong it’s no big deal.

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What makes you stand out as a Stew?

If I have a skill I am proud of it’s my ability to mix a mean cocktail! I love trying out new ones and I was lucky enough to be awarded a prize for my efforts at the Barcelona Charter Yacht Show this year.

What would you like to do when you cease working on superyachts?

Open up a really nice luxury Bed & Breakfast on the east coast of Queensland in Australia.

QUICK FIRE Are you a morning or night time person?

Morning If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Mexico What did you eat for breakfast this morning?

Fritata What is your favourite style of cuisine?

Japanese What foods do you dislike most?

Fast food What would your last supper be?

Japanese Buffet Your 3 dream dinner party guests?

Amy Schumer, Marilyn Monroe, Sir David Attenborough What are your favourite clothes?

Anything but uniform Where would you most like to visit?

Japan Where would you want to retire?

Mexico Do you have any pets?

A dog named Hugo What superpower would you like?

To fly Favourite flower?

Peonies What’s your guilty pleasure?

A big bowl of ice cream and cookies What makes you angry?

Having to repeat myself

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The Jet Set

WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A SOLAS, SPORTS OR LIMOUSINE TENDER, YOU SHOULD CONSIDER THE JET OPTIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE. SAFETY, MANOEUVRABILITY AND A TYPICALLY SHALLOW DRAUGHT ARE JUST THREE OF THE MAIN ADVANTAGES DELIVERED BY A JET TENDER

CARBON CRAFT Carbon Craft has established a new category of luxury yacht tenders.

These tenders enjoy the enviable distinction of lightweight carbon fibre construction, include yacht inspired amenities, and provide superior functionality to traditional inflatable RIBs. Their current lineup includes four models that range in length from 3.5m to 5.6m, and with a starting weight of less than 385kg. The company’s smaller models offer high performance petrol-jet propulsion combined with luxury yacht quality finish. The larger 5.1m and 5.6m models are available with high performance turbo diesel jet propulsion. The line of jet tenders all share a tubeless design that offers nearly twice the usable interior space over inflatable designs of the same size, as well as improved handling due to the hull spanning the entire beam instead of relying on soft tubes.

The diesel-jet models are equipped with an electronic transmission,

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giving them a true-neutral position for easy manoeuvring as well as a jet back-flush capability. They also have impeller access from inside the boat for quick resolution of any unfortunate fouling of a ski or dock line.

The CC180, the largest of the fleet, can be paired with a powerful 295hp FNM diesel engine and Alamarin 245 jet propulsion, topping out at 40+kts with very stable and smooth handling characteristics. Available amenities include a removable picnic table and sun shade. Exposed carbon fibre design elements are visible throughout the interior as well as the company’s trademark carbon fibre transom. An extensive list of options are available, from hull and collar colours, full teak decking, to an optional hard top that retracts into the deck for stowage on a yacht.

For more details Tel: +1 800 709 1387 or visit www.carboncraft.com

NOVURANIA The Novurania Launch Series is a versatile luxury yacht tender that combines the versatility of a RIB with a diesel JET engine package.

The Launch series comes in several lengths from 6 to 7.5 metres with a centre console that allows easy boarding for passengers both port and starboard. The dry and comfortable ride is powered by a diesel engine coupled to an Alamarin 245 JET. With excellent offshore performance, the hull design provides a stable and smooth transition through even those rough waters from ship to shore and back. The solid build and lifetime limited warranty provide assurance that this tender can outperform expectations as a working tender and yet still effortlessly deliver a lavish experience in the transportation of your

guests from the mothership to the port. Seating, layout, gel colours, and options can be customised to the unique needs of the owner and crew. An optional folding console can accommodate nearly any yacht space requirements to ensure a perfect fit for your low clearance garage or limited forward deck space. With its sleek design, luxury yacht quality finish, exciting technical innovations, and the availability of almost limitless custom modifications, the Novurania Launch Series is not only a great choice of any highly discerning clientele, but also a sound choice for yacht crew.

For more details Tel: +1 772 567 9200 or visit www.novurania.com

KING WATER CRAFT Imagine skimming in and out of shallow ankle deep bays accessing exclusive beaches and reefs by manoeuvring through channels between rocky outcrops and spinning 360 degrees at high speed.

If this sounds like your style, have a close look at these bespoke durable designs for a high level finish without compromise.

The jet tender RIBs are developed for maximum space and dry storage, complemented with the latest in marine technology. They are exceptionally easy to drive and have a huge safety advantage, including a wide beam for stability and a jet propulsion system specifically designed for use in minimal water depths. These RIBs can withstand gravel, sand and even rocky beaches, while still offering supreme handling in the deep.

For more details Tel: +64 (0) 21 540 263 or visit www.kingwatercraft.com

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COCKWELLS The stunning 9.5m jet tender that Cockwells designed with Andrew Wolstenholme and custom built for Perini Navi’s 73m Vitruvius motor yacht, Grace E is a favourite because she exemplifies how they fuse the craftsmanship of the artisan boatbuilder with modern day technical ingenuity and match a client’s precise requirements to exacting standards. With a lightweight composite hull exquisitely finished with highly polished teak and holly joinery, and an external Awlgrip paint system combined with handcrafted interior and soft leather furnishings, she offers the epitome of opulence and style for

up to 12 guests. Hamilton jet drives complemented with a bow thruster and fly-by-wire joystick control provide exceptional manoeuvrability whilst her speed of more than 4o knots delivers a remarkably smooth and dry ride. The joystick control enables the whole boat to move in any direction you point the joystick. She also has an automatic virtual anchor system and dynamic positioning, controlled by the GPS which enables the boat to stay in one place with the help of the jet drives.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1326 377 366 or visit www.cockwells.co.uk

SCORPION RIBS Scorpion has been building RIBs for over 20 years in Lymington, England and introduced water-jet models over 10 years ago. Scorpion’s class leading hulls provide the outstanding soft dry ride, that has earned Scorpion a world renowned reputation.

Well proven over tens of thousands of sea miles, Scorpion has developed its water-jet models to be comfortable, efficient and to protect those on board.

Scorpion models are based on the beam of the hull and water-jet models are available in their Serket (2.65m beam) and Sting (3.10m beam) ranges in lengths from 7.8m to 10m. All Scorpions are built to order and allow for complete customisation.

The single engine 10m version is capable of nearly 40 knots. The option of beach steps from the bow is also available. Research and development is underway, and in 2018, Scorpion plans to introduce a hybrid diesel/electric version into its Serket range for silent, clean running in sensitive waters.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1590 677080 or visit www.scorpionribs.com

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ADVERTORIAL

COOL BUTTON Service Call buttons are an integral and seamless part of allowing guests to contact crew whilst on board. Morse combines simple integration and minimalistic design

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hannel 28 were asked by one of the largest management companies what they could come up with when it came to service call buttons. Further discussions with the management company and crew enabled them to ascertain the good and bad parts of existing devices and methods of internal communication. Existing systems were either too basic or too over-the-top (with price tags to match).

Other contact systems often require extensive infrastructure: lots of repeaters (requiring power) installed into ceilings to get the signal back to the receiver, which would then feed a pager.

Given this traditional reliance on physical infrastructure, hassle free retro fitting would be an important consideration in the solution. The last thing a crew or ETO would want is a major installation headache. Any new system would require minimal physical fitting, so simple it could even be done mid-season.

Smart, connected technology is moving fast within commercial buildings, private residences and, of course, the prestigious yachts Channel 28 frequently deal with.

So, after a few months of research and in-house development ‘Morse’ was born, a service call button designed for the connected age.

The first thing you’ll notice about the Morse service call button is it’s beautiful design.

Whether you go for a brushed, polished, anodised or gloss finish, you’ll have an elegant yet understated button that will blend seamlessly with its surroundings.

Owners or guests won’t feel it is encroaching if they position it on the table during meals.

And because it is ‘just a button’, it can’t spoil the conversation, unlike a telephone based system might do.

Morse works by connecting to your ship’s Wi-Fi, and easily integrates with your AV controls such as Crestron or AMX. It can also be hooked up to a radio system such

After a few months of research and in-house development Morse was born, a service call button designed for the connected age as the Channel 28 cState system. There’s no fussy install that you may be familiar with if you are used to older systems.

So, it looks good and is easy to set up, but what is it like to use? Users will find it a revelation. Press the Morse button and a discreet coloured band will light up to show connection. This will change to green to inform them that they are being responded to. It offers haptic feedback too, informing the user of progress with a gentle buzz.

It may be small and minimalist, but it is packed with cutting edge technology, plus it’s totally waterproof. The latest low energy Wi-Fi chip sets, LED lighting and a long-life battery and Morse also comes with a matching iPhone app for client use. It is smart enough to go into sleep mode when not in use, and can be powered down if you know it will be idle for an extended period. This means the battery will typically last for two years.

and in particular superyachts. Blending physical and digital innovation, the in house development team are experts in communications technology. Their flagship product cComm is a platform that provides secure crew communications, alarm and monitoring interfaces, with tender and jet ski tracking.

Channel 28 was formed in 2012 by two experienced engineers to develop well engineered products for the marine sector

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1306 257 250 or visit www.channel28.co.uk.

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NONE OF US TRULY BELIEVE AN ENTIRELY PAPERLESS ENVIRONMENT COULD (OR INDEED SHOULD) EVER EXIST IN OUR LIFETIMES. LIKE IT OR NOT, PAPERWORK IS A FACT OF MODERN LIFE AND REMAINS AN INEVITABLE PART OF OWNING AND RUNNING A LARGE YACHT WITHIN TODAY’S REGULATORY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK. BUT IS THAT SITUATION ABOUT TO CHANGE?

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f course shore based yacht managers don’t just sit behind desks shuffling paper all year round. The ‘human touch’ is extremely important and when circumstances allow, they like to be out and about meeting their captains and interacting with crew, negotiating with heads of repair yards and service & supply companies and generally looking after their client’s floating assets as much as possible.

That said, while the ‘human touch’ should never be replaced entirely, there’s been a surge in the past year or two, in the scope and demand for the latest digital yacht management software and yacht management apps.

With electronic signatures and editable documents now starting to become the norm, and cloud-based storage for easy file-sharing and content retrieval, these user-intuitive smartphone/tablet based systems are becoming widely used for good reason.

To achieve not just safety compliance, or help with specialist areas such as payroll and crew management, if you are not already familiar with their use, the quality of advice and shear depth of technical, legal and practical yacht operational information preloaded within the best of these fingertip digital packages may well surprise you.

These are sophisticated products, many with information, trouble-shooting and automated report management tools offering synchronization between nominated users that might include an owner, captain, engineer and selected yacht crew and shore based managers or the DPA (designated person ashore). We’re in a situation, in fact, where full vessel management can now be achieved online.

The everyday happenings of a yacht, from its arrival and departures, to fuel bunkering, work reports and much more can be recorded on these systems, so in the event of an insurance claim, for example, useful evidence can be provided that a set safety procedure had been carried out correctly, or that an item of equipment had been maintained and serviced in accordance with an official routine.

The use of synchronised reporting and management software is nothing new of course and all of the yacht managers I spoke to have experience with and have been using systems of one form or another for several years. Some companies have found themselves in the position of using a different system for each individual yacht they manage, others have been either providing consultancy services to developers creating alternative products, or sponsoring the development of their own tailor made solutions for eventual roll-out.

YManage is a simple, innovative yacht management platform which includes everything you need to run a successful yachting business. The platform takes care of your accounting, HR and project management needs, lightening the administrative workload of captains and crew, and freeing up time for other tasks. You can easily follow the overall performance of your business, access important files and documents while travelling, as well as efficiently communicate and share information with your team members. Online and offline, everywhere in the world it is the perfect digital solution for busy yachting professionals!

For more details Tel: +33 422 840 291 or visit www.ymanage.net

According to a yachting publication’s 2015 survey of over 1,000 yacht crew, the average age of a captain is 44, so notwithstanding age or a generational attitude towards regularly logging on, one would hope that from a purely practical point of view, and with less document scanning, post-it note making and laborious faxing involved, everyone working on a yacht must surely like the concept of more efficient digital based processes that reduce the paperwork burden?

Furthermore with crew in their 20’s and 30’s, some perhaps entering the industry for the very first time, will have been brought up to a point bordering upon obsession

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OCEAN MANAGEMENT Ocean Management has recently expanded its team in the USA and Europe. Peter Southgate takes up the position as Director Yacht Management USA, while Christophe Ceard in Europe will be tasked to further develop and enhance communications between the ultimate beneficial owners and their in-house teams with Ocean Managements’ technical and operational managers. Ocean Management’s ability to support Owners, Captains and Crew has always been global. With yacht managers also physically based in the UK, Monaco and now Fort Lauderdale their response times become even faster as the fleet continues to steadily grow.

For further details contact Daniel Küpfer, Managing Director, + 41 4 33 99 22 77 or visit www.oceanindependence.com

ADDITIONALLY, AS MORE AND MORE LEGISLATION INEVITABLY GETS BROUGHT IN, PAPERWORK NATURALLY INCREASES, HOWEVER, ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES AND EDITABLE DOCUMENTS ONLINE HELP US TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF PHYSICAL PAPERWORK DRAMATICALLY with mobile iphones and tablets and the use of Apps! Lest we forget these IT-savvy ‘newbies’ are the one’s who will dictate how the yachting industry wishes to receive, deal with and share the kind of regulatory information required to run our superyachts and megayachts of the future.

Based upon their experience with large managed yachts, management firm Wright Maritime (WMG) have been sponsoring the development of a comprehensive management software solution called iVessel ManagerTM. The iVessel software infrastructure design, so I am told, provides a secure on-line/off-line synchronisation process whereby the vessel is able to set the time of the synchronisation process in order to manage bandwidth. The software is modular with the following modules in development: Financial Management/ ISMISPS-MLC Management/Crew Human Resource Management.

WMG’s CEO, A.J.Anderson told us,“Well designed software provides human time/ focus efficiency that ensures separate shipboard departments; ship managers and Family Office staff have a platform where they can mitigate multiple entry

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of the same information, while providing current and accurate data to individual participants. In our view this does not exist in today’s marketplace.

“WMG currently works with six different programmes selected individually by our twenty-six ISM yachts. Based on that experience, we are convinced that while all these programmes are very good and, in our view, reach roughly 90% of managements’ needs, that an alternative programme will benefit our team, the crews and our client offices. The iVessel programme is the closest to what will be fully comprehensive and the developers are working with our test yachts to create the best platform practical.”

The paperwork burden can also become a seasonal one, particularly for busy charter yachts, as Jordan Perry, Marine Administrator, I-Cap Marine Ltd, explained, “As we approach the busy charter season, the amount of paperwork we encounter can increase.”

“Many requests require a quick turnaround such as charter contracts, new crew contracts, visa applications, VAT registrations, permits and licences, crew endorsements

and invoices from suppliers and the physical sign-off required can sometimes become a burden.”

“Additionally, as more and more legislation inevitably gets brought in, paperwork naturally increases, however, electronic signatures and editable documents online help us to reduce the amount of physical paperwork dramatically, and secure cloud filing systems facilitates the storage, exchange and retrieval of documents.

Jordan added, “The software we use is Cello Marine, which really streamlines crew management and payroll processes for us, and allows us to effectively have a bird’s eye view over a particular vessel and crew.

It lets us easily monitor the paperwork and crew qualifications whilst allowing us to produce contracts needed for crew. During the payroll process, the software creates a payment file which can be uploaded into varied international banking platforms and automatically generates payments from details stored in Cello, meaning it’s a simple one click procedure.”

Reinforcing the case for management software, Ocean Management, Director

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TOTAL SUPERYACHT Total Superyacht slashes the administrative burdens usually associated with ISM, ISPS & MLC compliance.

Maintenance and inventory are managed within the same simple, fully integrated and digital system and the Checklist App (which automates workflow) and Digital Reference Centre (a veritable encyclopedia of superyacht operations) set it apart from everything else on the market. Developed by the trusted SuperyachtOS team with the support of veteran DPAs, Total Superyacht revolutionises the way crews are trained and SOPs are delivered. Hundreds of expert SOPs are provided without charge, there’s no setup cost, no hidden fees, and it’s equally good for management companies and individual yachts, regardless of whether you’re fully managed, selfmanaged or managed for ISM. For more details Email: app@superyachtOS.com or visit www.TotalSuperyacht.com

Yacht Management USA, Peter Southgate, said: “Software and particularly cloud based systems, which allow data to be readily synchronised between vessel and shore based management are gaining in popularity.

Imagine a system where the crew member completes an inspection activity or checklist on a tablet. On completion of the activity the system generates a report of the activity and this is synchronised with the shore based management without any further interaction. It is envisaged that software based systems will be a dominant force in the future development of ISM systems.”

In terms of amendments to various codes and regulations that will affect many professionally crewed yachts, it was interesting to note that it’s turning out to become somewhat of a watershed period during the course of this year and next.

For example, I discovered that at some point during either 2017 or 2018, additional work will be caused by changes to official regulations such as those affecting Standards of Training Certification and Watch-keeping (STWC) with crew refresher courses now required in areas such as First Aid, Advanced Fire Fighting and Survival Craft. In relation to breathing apparatus sets, there are amendments afoot to the Fire Safety System (FSS) code, and changes

to Solas Regulations 111/3 and 111/20 in respect of maintenance, inspection, testing and repair of lifeboats. To help prevent the transfer of invasive species, an all new Biofouling Management Plan & Record Book will be required in 2018 for all vessels including recreational craft over 24m. Vessels over 5000GRT will soon need to report on fuel consumption and distance travelled (amongst other data) on an annual basis to their flag administration. And for

WRIGHT MARITIME GROUP The quiet giant with an underlying goal that everything and everyone it influences is better off. Whether or not you are a client of WMG, there is a high likelihood that any business or professional that serves your interest has been influenced or assisted by Wright Maritime to provide the best service and product value. That includes technical support companies, suppliers, shipyards, marinas, manufacturers, contractors and crew. Well informed owners and their representatives call Wright Maritime for advice and support in ensuring that their yachting experience is the best it can be while protecting their financial interests.

For more details Tel: +1 954 523 0300 or visit www.wrightmaritime.com

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MANAGEMENT

I-CAP MARINE From their offices in Malta and the Isle of Man, I-Cap Marine’s dedicated Marine Team provides the best advice and exceptional management and administration services to owners and their advisors. They specialise in all areas of superyacht ownership structuring, registration, management, administration, and have significant experience in providing superyacht support services including crewing, payroll and crisis project management & resolution. I-Cap Marine can facilitate ownership and registration structures in all key jurisdictions, including Malta and the Isle of Man. And with their extensive network of professional partners they can also arrange financing, legal & taxation services.

For more details: Tel: +44 (0)1624 717 717 or visit www.icapmarine.com

ships operating in Polar Regions, compliance with a new Polar Code came in to effect at the beginning of this year.

Ocean Independence’s Peter Southgate told me: “The overall regulatory framework is continually expanding and special areas and other local requirements present a potential minefield for captains and it’s the manager’s role to ensure these requirements can be met with minimal burden on the vessel’s crew. “Recruitment of crew, issuing crew contracts and ensuring crew welfare is a major activity for any vessel and can place

large demands on a captain’s time. It’s reported that financial concerns and crew issues are sources of major frustration for owners of yachts and it’s therefore the manager’s role to isolate the owner and guests from these issues, to ensure full enjoyment of the vessel in line with their expectations.”

WMG’s A.J.Anderson, adding that, “Regulations continue to become more restrictively complicated, especially with MLC; causing owners and captains to seek shore side expertise and support.”

Ironically both from Australian origin, two of the most intriguing management software companies I spoke to were Total Superyacht and EfficientSea App. Designed by ex superyacht captain David Clarke, Total Superyacht’s App is described as offering ‘no more printing, scanning, attaching and emailing.’ The product began life primarily as a tool for staying on top of safety management, compliance and standard operating procedures, but David stressed that is has now grown into a full vessel management system including planned

HILL ROBINSON Built on a foundation of technical expertise, Hill Robinson know what is involved in first class, highly specialised yacht management. With multilingual office staff and a presence around the world, Hill Robinson is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From mini ISM to complete management including everything from project management to offshore payroll, there is a solution to suit your needs and your budget.

Supported by their cloud-based management software HRclick and HRipay. Hill Robinson provides a specialised management service, for all aspects of yacht ownership and operation, providing the essential support that makes the whole yachting experience a success.

For more details Tel: +33(0)4 93 13 38 60 or visit www.hillrobinson.com

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VESSELS OVER 5000GRT WILL SOON NEED TO REPORT ON FUEL CONSUMPTION AND DISTANCE TRAVELLED TO THEIR FLAG ADMINISTRATION. AND FOR SHIPS OPERATING IN POLAR REGIONS COMPLIANCE WITH A NEW POLAR CODE CAME IN TO EFFECT AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS YEAR maintenance and inventory. Applicable for yachts from 30m to 130m plus, the system is flexible such that individual yachts or 3rd party yacht managers can ‘plug-in’ their SMS and I was left with the impression the system is highly user-friendly and easy to set up.

Should a crew member discover a fault while completing a checklist, the Automated Work-Flow process produces a window where the fault is detailed and allocated to the appropriate department for repair.

There’s also an option to take a photo or add the item to the Safety Meeting Agenda with one click.

I liked the fact that Total Superyacht has a whole load of ‘standard’ checklist templates ‘built-in’, anything from a sea-stowage list to guest cabin detailing procedures and much more, so that users can tailor them to suit individual yacht requirements in a short space of time.

The integrated Digital Reference Centre provides crew access to an encyclopedia of advice from experts in areas connected to superyachts such as silver care, leather care, cocktail-making, laundry science

and service procedures from the GUEST Programme, to name just a few - information available with a few clicks on the iPad. EfficentSea App claims to be the ‘next big thing’ for captains and crew and company principal, Cameron Lee, says the typical yacht length that would benefit most from the software is anything from 20m to 60m, although larger yachts over 500GT can benefit as well.

For private or commercial yachts under 50m or 500GT it can be used to set up a full complement of vessel documentation and, in his opinion, Ian assures me it can replace shore-side support.

Same as for Total Superyacht, the App can be used in conjunction with yacht management companies as a tool to complete reporting requirements. If a vessel already has an ISM system in place it can be used to complete the reporting process in a paperless fashion. The manager/owner has a login to monitor progress and the submission of forms at any time.

Even though I have not seen the programme work in practice, you only pay for what you

Efficient Sea is an iPad app designed for the professional management of superyachts. It provides an effective, paperless tool to complete official, legislative or company reporting requirements with traceable archiving and exporting. It serves as an invaluable, at-hand resource for all documentation and relevant maritime statutory codes.

There’s everything you need to manage your ISM, MLC compliance, including safety management system, chartering, crew management, accounting, bridge resources, captains resources, engineering maintenance and shipyard needs. Every document, code, manual and form readily available to be completed, signed and emailed, without the need for hard copies, files or scans.

Simply brilliant.

For more details Tel: + 61 (0) 419 455 050 or visit www.efficienteeaapp.com.au

want and I liked what appeared to the very flexible nature of the App and the fact users can choose forms & documentation from six main sections that apply most to their needs, then subscribe. Forms and documents can be edited and tailored to your vessel, or you can even design your own forms from scratch and save those as your preferred templates.

If say the yacht is dry-docked for an extended period of time, nothing is lost and your information and login details stay in the dedicated cloud storage so when normal operations re-commence, you simply start subscribing once again.

So whilst the human touch is still vital, a true 24/7 service can only be provided with a little help from the clouds.

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ADVERTORIAL

Greycoat Lumleys search for the following skill sets when placing crew

CREW AHOY Natalie Cleary on the important skill sets required for crew who want to succeed in the superyacht industry

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reycoat Lumleys specialises in providing excellent Interior Crew placements for motor yachts or sailing vessels worldwide. We have been placing staff for 20 years and we know a thing or two about good service! We always aim to provide our Yacht Clients with the same consistently high level of service offered to our Private Household clients. Finding carefully vetted and interviewed candidates, selected to meet the exacting standards of private owners, is our raison d’être.

We have a dedicated Yacht Consultant, who has the personal experience and recruitment expertise to enable them to assist private yacht owners with all their staffing requirements. We endeavour to find the very best Seasonal or Permanent crew by utilising Greycoat Lumleys’ extensive database of qualified and/ or experienced Chefs, Stewards and Stewardesses, Pursers, Nannies, Couples, and Housekeepers, to select the best options to join a client’s team.

Alternatively, we can also undertake a proactive search if your needs are more bespoke. Greycoat Lumleys undertakes in-resort recruitment drives to seek out top candidates and meet with existing and potential clients. We have previously visited yachting hotspots along the Cote d’Azur, namely Antibes, Monaco and Cannes, and have plans to attend some of Europe’s infamous upcoming yacht shows.

One job picked up whilst conducting a recruitment drive in Antibes was filled very quickly and successfully. As luck would have it, we happened to meet a few excellent candidates in Antibes and the most ideal Stewardess, trained in all levels of service and exactly the right personality for this job came along. If only all placements were as simple as that one!

YACHT STEWARDS • • • • • •

Relevant qualifications where necessary A great eye for detail Positive, self-motivated attitude Discretion Knowledge of activities in all cruising areas Good service skills

YACHT PURSERS • Working closely with and assisting the Captain, Management Company and Head of Departments • Maintaining and overseeing budgets and accounts, including payroll • All other administration • Arranging all guest and crew travel and documentation • Orchestrating guest activities and events • Interior inventory, purchasing and provisioning

YACHT CHEFS & COOKS • Experience working on motor yachts and sailing vessels of any size and for both charter and private use • Excellent cooking skills • Experience on luxury catering on board and working within different styles and nationality of cuisines.

• Skills to cater for employers, their guests and crew

MARITIME SECURITY STAFF • • • • • • •

Security Trained Crew Protective Surveillance Surveillance / Technical Anti-Surveillance Vessel Security Audits Security Planning & Training Crew Medical Training

Whether you have a yacht in the Mediterranean, run a charter in the Caribbean, or run any other kind of private rental, contact Greycoat Lumleys today to discuss your needs. They would be delighted to help you find the very best Interior Yacht Crew.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)20 7233 9950 or visit: www.greycoatlumleys.co.uk

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EASTERN DELIGHTS

If you’re thinking of heading to the Eastern Med this summer season take time to visit one of these full service marinas KARPAZ GATE MARINA NORTH CYPRUS 35°33.5’N/34°13.6’E

VHF 10/16

Max length 65m

Tel +90 0533 833 7878

Max draft 5.5m

www.karpazbay.com

As the 2017 TYHA International Marina of the Year, Karpaz Gate Marina in North Cyprus is the perfect home for exploring the Mediterranean. This 5 Gold Anchor-rated marina is located in one of the most untouched corners of the Eastern Mediterranean offering a safe and peaceful haven at excellent berthing rates. Karpaz Gate Marina has easy access to one of the highest standard boatyard facilities in North Cyprus, including a 300-ton capacity travel lift. Furthermore, the marina features a range of exceptional leisure facilities including a Beach Club with infinity pool and watersports centre. The marina welcomes visitors with tax-free short-term rates, winter and annual berthing packages which include free anti-fouling. Karpaz Gate is an official Port of Entry, serving as a convenient starting point to discover the stunning coastline of Northern Cyprus, sail to the southern Turkish coastline or head towards the Greek Islands. Cyprus is perfect as a long-term base or as a cruising destination.

LIMASSOL MARINA CYPRUS 34°40.0’N/33°02.4’E

VHF 12

Max length 110m

Tel +357 25 02 00 20

Max draft 9m

www.limassolmarina.com

Limassol Marina is an exciting new destination for living and yachting in Cyprus. Located in the heart of a vibrant city, it is surrounded by a rich history and a diverse international community. It offers 650 berths for yachts up to 110m, 211 luxury apartments and 74 exclusive villas, with private berths or direct access to the beach.

It also benefits from its own beach, dining and shopping establishments, spa and fitness facilities. A milestone project for Cyprus, and its first superyacht marina, it has already established itself as one of the most attractive and unique projects across Europe. The ‘main man’ in Limassol Marina is Andreas Christodoulides and his second-in-command is Tom Lord, Assistant Marina Manager, who is supported by a tireless group of Marina Supervisors and Attendants ensuring the smooth running of all operations. In addition to the luxury marina berths Limassol Marina has a boatyard for light repairs and maintenance, with a 100-ton travel lift and hard standing for up to 100 boats. It is also 1NM away from a 5,000-ton capacity floating dry dock facility.

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PORTO MONTENEGRO MONTENEGRO 42°26.12’N/18°41.6’E

VHF 71

Max length 250m

Tel +382 32 661 061

Max draft 12.2m

www.portomontenegro.com

and a crew club. The village itself offers the opulent 5-star Regent Hotel, bespoke shops, international and local cuisine, an international school and a historical museum. Porto Montenegro offers even the most meticulous guest an incredible experience, the summer events are sure to keep everyone entertained offering wine tasting, regattas, gala dinners, parties and the one that all the captains and crews in the eastern Mediterranean is talking about, our very own MYBA pop-

One of the leading Marinas in the Mediterranean, winning multiple awards and recently winning the prestigious ‘Marina of Distinction’ for 2017 by The Yacht Harbour Association. The Marina offers over 450 berths of which 150 are for superyachts up to 250m in length.

A 24h concierge and yacht assist service in the Marina, tax free fuel

up show. The largest broker event this side of the Mediterranean, Porto Montenegro in collaboration with MYBA brings for the third year running, the MYBA Pop-Up Superyacht Show. The event is aimed at professional charter brokers looking to appraise the yachts on display and network with captains and crew.

IC CESME TURKEY 38°19.2’N/26°18.1E

VHF 72

Max length 60m

Tel +90 232 712 2500

Max draft 5m

www.cesmemarina.com.tr

Cesme Marina, a chic and vibrant marina village set in a natural harbour is sensitively integrated within the traditional maritime city of picturesque Cesme, rich in history and atmosphere. Cesme Marina offers 400 fully serviced berths for yachts up to 60m LOA (200ft). Yacht owners can enjoy the classic mooring experience alongside and immediately take advantage of the international standards of service and hospitality in this chic and vibrant marina village. Cesme Marina comes to life at night, when a vibrant, fun atmosphere pervades in the restaurants, cafes and bars along the promenade. An ancient Mediterranean port, Cesme is a charming place to visit, a great base for wintering your yacht in Turkey and a perfect home port to explore the Islands of the Aegean - with the idyllic islands of Chios, and Lesbos in easy reach. Its position at the tip of the Izmir peninsula provides access to more than 300 islands.

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ACI MARINA SPLIT CROATIA 43°30.1’N/16°26.0’E

VHF 17

Max length 80m

Tel +385 (0)2 13 98 54 8

Max draft 5m

www.aci-marinas.com

With charming scenery, towering mountains, archaic castles and cultural delights, Croatia is fast becoming an increasingly popular destination for superyachts that are looking to cruising grounds further afield of the traditional French Riviera. Split in particular offers something unique

and original for both guests and crew; whether it’s exploring Diocletian’s castle, walking the quaint cobbled streets, enjoying the vibrant nightlife or drinking cocktails from a rooftop bar with a view over the ancient city, it’s no surprise ACI Marina Split makes the list. The marina in Split is surrounded on almost every side by a breakwater to protect it from the currents and strong southern winds, and on approach offers views of some of Croatia’s stunning architecture, including the tall bell tower of the Cathedral St. Domnius on Marjan Hill. Offering over 350 berths for superyachts up to 90m, the marina has been modernised in order to offer visiting vessels a certain standard of luxury and includes many shops, restaurants, fuel and repair services, to name but a few.

MARINA OF AGIOS NIKOLAOS CRETE 35°11.1’N/25° 43’E

VHF 12

Max length 70m

Tel +30 28410 82384/5

Max draft 8m

www.marinaofagiosnikolaos.gr

The Marina of Agios Nikolaos is a well protected marina in all weather conditions, it is built to European standards and is capable of accommodating up to 255 boats all year round up to a maximum of 70min length. The various dry dock facilities for approximately 100 boats and technical services are professionally run and complimented by a 65 tons travel lift. The Marina of Agios Nikolaos is located in the heart of the town and provides easy access to the centre of town, the main archaeological sites and other places of interest. This city is the perfect destination for charter guests interested in learning more about Greece and its history. Lake Voulismeni is one of the most famous lakes in all of Greece and was believed to be blessed by Zeus and Poseidon with rich waters abundant with fish and Pearl Clams. Up to this day, it is used as a farm where Pearl Clams are bred. The small, well attended port itself, has its own charm, as it is surrounded by picturesque tile-roofed houses and is illuminated in the evenings by the lights of shops and fishing boats moored at the dock. Every summer the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos organises cultural events, music and dance events, theatrical performances, exhibitions and cultural shows.

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ADVERTORIAL

EAU SO GOOD ACO Marine’s Mark Beavis outlines the importance of addressing wastewater management solutions early in the superyacht’s design A common denominator among the world’s largest mega-yachts launched over the past three years, together with a significant number of soon-to-be-delivered projects, is that they all feature advanced wastewater treatment systems from ACO Marine, the marine division of the Germanheadquartered ACO Group. ACO Marine now has treatment systems onboard three of the world’s five largest mega-yachts, with 2016 proving to be a milestone year for orders.

The company’s Maripur NF treatment unit, introduced to the market in 2013 as an evolution of the original Maripur first introduced back in 2005, forms the basis of the advanced wastewater management solution aboard these luxury leviathans. It is fully type-approved to treat all wastewater streams beyond stringent IMO and USCG regulations, especially MEPC 227(64) regulation, including Section 4.2, which governs PYC vessel operations in IMO MEPC 200.62 Special Areas.

Commenting on the market acceptance of the Maripur NF, ACO Marine managing director Mark Beavis says, “That a relatively new wastewater treatment system can penetrate such an exclusive niche market in just over five years is testament to the ability of ACO Marine’s engineering team to design a system capable of meeting market demand for a highspecification, high-performance wastewater treatment solution whilst adhering to stringent regulations.

While unable to go into specific detail about new projects, Beavis says the company is scheduled to deliver this year a range of Maripur NF-150s, Maripur NF-200s and Maripur 150 ‘2-in-1’ systems for installation aboard mega-yachts between 100m and 170m in length.

However, for smaller vessels, the company launched last year a new enhanced biological system for yachts in the LY3 category. “The Clarimar MF LY3 offers a simple, more cost-effective solution for yachts with no more than 12 passengers and where compliance with Section 4.2 Nitrogen and Phosphorous removal is not required. “This type of system is fast becoming the industry standard for the 50m plus yacht and recognised as a viable and practical alternative to physical chemical and dilution technologies,” says Beavis.

Wastewater management presents a challenging dilemma for the luxury yacht sector, which if not addressed at the design stages can impact a vessel’s operational flexibility. Many technologies in use on larger yachts have, until now, used technologies that depend on dilution and chemical sterilisation to achieve permitted effluent standard. But “this is not a solution; it is not treating the waste, only reshaping it,” Beavis attests.

For more details Tel: +420 230 230 371 or visit www.acomarine.com

“The previous version of the Maripur had to be upgraded to meet the requirements of Section 4.2 for Nitrogen and Phosphorous removal if we were to stand any chance of continued deliveries to these prestigious vessels. We developed a completely new technology.

So, for us to come in with the Maripur NF and take orders from more established brands in a relatively short time frame, is a remarkable achievement.”

Consisting of a transfer system, collection tank aeration system, galley water grease separation unit, wastewater treatment membrane bioreactor and ACO Marine’s proprietary RM3 water management control and monitoring system, the Maripur NF has been specifically designed to meet the high performance and reliability standards expected from yacht designers, builders and owners.

The Maripur ‘2-in-1’ variant, in particular, is capable of operating at variable manning levels using an innovative dual load set mode, which eliminates the requirement for dual smaller membrane reactor units during step changes in passenger loading.

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SLIP SLIDE STEPHEN PHILP DISCUSSES PRODUCT INNOVATION IN THE INFLATABLES MARKET WHILST MAXIMISING FUN AND SAFETY

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n unwavering dedication to product innovation has helped FreeStyle Slides dominate the yachting industry’s inflatable toy market since it created the world’s first sealed-air inflatable waterslide, the FreeStyle Cruiser, for the M/Y Lazy Z in 2009. Since then, the company has introduced eight different models of the FreeStyle Cruiser.

Most slides feature straight, curved or S-shaped descents, but FreeStyle Slides can create virtually any type of configuration that one can imagine.

The FreeStyle Slides team works closely with each client, turning the slide or toy in your imagination into a reality. An array of custom colour and logo options offer additional possibilities for customisation.

“We are the only truly bespoke supplier of inflatable products in the world,” explains Stephen Philp, Chief Executive Officer of FreeStyle Slides. “We love working with creative clients who want to construct their own personalised theme park on the open seas!”

With the most comprehensive line of bespoke inflatable products in the industry, FreeStyle Slides offers sea pools, work docks, trampolines, climbing towers, rock walls, launchers, wakeboard rails, wakeboard ramps, pontoons and fenders. The possibilities are endless for visionary clients and charter yachts that want one of a kind toys!

Beyond product innovation, FreeStyle Slides continually strives to maximise the fun and safety of its inflatables while minimising the workload involved. “We want everyone to enjoy our slides and toys, not just the guests but the crew as well,” says Philp. “When crew members give us feedback, we take it seriously.”

FreeStyle’s latest developments were created with the crew in mind. They address the biggest pain points of owning and operating toys: set up, takedown, weight and storage..

REVOLUTIONARY LIGHTWEIGHT FreeStyle has just introduced LITE, a revolutionary new material for slides up to 12 metres. Slides made from the LITE material weigh 2030% less and require 15-20% less storage space than our standard slides, but still feature the heavy duty durability and manufacturing strengths for which FreeStyle Slides is so well known.

SLEEKER, TALLER SLIDES FreeStyle has increased the height of its Non-Leg Support slide. The recently introduced NLS+ slide is available in heights up to 12 metres, 5 metres taller than the original NLS slide.

ADJUSTABLE SLIDES The Cruiser FLEX is an inflatable slide available in base heights ranging from 4-9 metres. The slides can be adjusted up to 1.5 metres higher than the base height.

A small amount of Cruiser FLEX slides will be available and ready to ship for last minute orders to the MED and Caribbean.

RAPID INFLATION SYSTEM Also in development is an innovative, patent pending, rapid inflation system that will be available as an option on all inflatable products.

SELF-CONTAINED SLIDE The FreeStyle engineering team is hard at work developing a selfcontained retractable slide that will be custom fitted permanently on a yacht.

All of these developments will make deployment, retraction and storage more manageable for the crew while maximising the fun for guests. “There’s nothing we want more than to improve the ease by which our products are used,” explains Philp.

FreeStyle Slides has one more top-secret product in the works.

There’s nothing like it on the market and it’s sure to make a huge splash with thrill seekers!

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Gibraltar has now firmly established itself with world class port and marina facilities

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t is well known that Gibraltar is a bustling commercial centre and with approximately 60,000 vessels transiting the Strait of Gibraltar each year, the Rock has developed into a major bunkering port – the largest in the Mediterranean, also offering a wide range of other shipping services. Whilst the focus has predominantly been within the bunkering market, following the opening of the Mid Harbour Marina in April 2016, Gibraltar is rapidly gaining a higher profile across the superyacht community as a ‘destination of choice’ rather than one of necessity. The new berths at Mid Harbours offers improved infrastructure and can accommodate the biggest superyachts in the world with over 500m of deep water berthing space available. Facilities for crew changes, re-provisioning, bunkering and the wide range of excellent ship service companies are on offer to visiting yachts.

Spare parts and provisions are handled by professional and committed shipping agents and there are first-class medical facilities, chandleries and yacht brokerage services also available.

Gibraltar has lots to offer to the discerning visitors, with the city enjoying excellent climate and the range of year-round cruising attractions to be found in the western Mediterranean. A superb range of restaurants, bars and entertainment are available locally, and the Rock is steeped in

military and natural history. Further afield, some of the best golf courses in Spain are within a short 30 minute drive from Gibraltar. Horse riding, kite surfing and lots of other leisure activities are also easily accessible in the hinterland.

Commodore Bob Sanguinetti, CEO and Captain of the Port commented, “Gibraltar provides a service and support network that would grace many larger superyacht ports, with the distinctive British atmosphere in a Mediterranean port as an added attraction and there is a real buzz about Gibraltar within the yachting community, both locally and internationally.” He added, “we have seen a three-fold increase in superyacht nights since the new marina berths became available, with almost 40% of superyachts staying in Gibraltar at least one night, clearly a sign that Gibraltar is now on the minds of yacht masters when planning their trips.”

There are also real financial advantages to basing a yacht in Gibraltar. Further information on yacht facilities in Gibraltar and the benefits of registering a yacht under the Gibraltar flag can be found on the Port website: www.gibraltarport.com.

In an effort to keep Gibraltar in the minds of yachting masters, Gibraltar Port is actively engaged in marketing its new

berthing facilities and is currently working closely with the recently formed Gibraltar Yachting Business Development Association (GYBDA), Gibraltar’s local yachting forum.

Richard Felipes, one of the founders of the Association, stated that “the aim of GYBDA is to enhance the competitiveness and reputation of Gibraltar as an international maritime centre, working in unison with the local industry and authorities. It is also our aim to further develop the Yachting and Superyacht sector in Gibraltar by creating the right business conditions for its success.”

Both Gibraltar Port and the GYDBA will be participating at upcoming superyacht events including the Monaco Yacht Show as part of their joint campaign to raise Gibraltar’s profile further with the goal of making it a ‘superyacht destination of choice’.

For more details Tel: +350 200 46254 or visit www.gibraltarport.com

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ROTARY CLUB FROM EFFICIENT SHIP TO SHORE TRANSPORT OR ACCESS TO REMOTE LOCATIONS HELICOPTERS ARE A GREAT ADDITION TO LIFE ON BOARD

ERNSTORM 280FX The high inertia, fully articulated rotor system provides safety and stability, as well as a smooth ride.

Comfort is king in the spacious cabin with NASA-inspired foam seating for two to three people. www.enstromhelicopter.com

AIRBUS H130 The H130 is a lightweight single-engine helicopter tailored for passenger transportation, sightseeing and VIP duties. Its very low sound level is 7 dB below the ICAO requirement. The wide, unobstructed cabin can accommodate the pilot and up to seven passengers. www.airbushelicopters.com

BELL 429WLG The retractable nose and main landing gear with electrical flight deck actuation and braking capability together with advanced integrated avionics and proven speed, range and hover performance, makes this BELL a great choice for any superyacht owner. www.bellhelicopter.com

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ROBINSON R66 Turbine MARENCO SH09 An innovative, ergonomic and intuitive modular glass cockpit is designed to enhance safety and situational awareness. Multiple layouts are available for corporate travel with a low noise level and up to 7 seats are available. www.marenco-swisshelicopter.ch

The five seater has a two bladed rotor system. A spacious 300lb baggage hold and the Rolls Royce RR300 turboshaft engine.

The Marine version has pop-out floats for safety that inflate within 2-3 seconds. www.robinsonheli.com

VOLOCOPTER 2X This aircraft is powered purely by electricity and capable of carrying 2 passengers. The Volocopter is the future for emission-free and low-noise transit in protected environments. www.e-volo.com

LEONARDO AW009 This light, single-engine helicopter is a commercial evolution of the PZL SW4, which is produced by Leonardo’s Polish subsidiary.

Larger than average cabin space and a generous baggage compartment are a bonus. www.leonardocompany.com

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STAND up AND be counted PADDLEBOARD PRO CHRIS BERTISH IS ON A LIFELONG MISSION TO RECONFIGURE THE LIMITS OF WHAT IS HUMANLY POSSIBLE, AND LITTLE THINGS LIKE THE ENTIRE EXPANSE OF THE ATLANTIC OCEAN AREN’T ABOUT TO STAND IN HIS WAY

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tand-up paddleboarding (SUP) of any kind requires a specific set of skills: balance, upper body strength and technique among the most essential.

Chris Bertish isn’t just your average paddleboarder, however, and that’s not just because he’s a champion surfer who triumphed at the 2009 Mavericks Surf Contest in the big wave surf competition after arriving without any equipment and then tackling 40ft plus waves on a borrowed board.

All things considered, when the South African-born Bertish sets his sights on achieving something, it’s rarely a run-ofthe-mill matter. But where does a man who crossed the English Channel on a paddleboard, and who holds the unofficial record time for a 12 hour open ocean paddle, go next? For Bertish, the answer was clear: a solo SUP crossing of the Atlantic Ocean itself.

“I wanted to redefine everybody’s perception of what’s possible,” explains the 42 year old. “To help people challenge themselves, follow their passions and achieve their goals and dreams and to raise huge amounts of money for local charity initiatives that I’ve set up.”

“This project isn’t just about raising 6.5 to 10 million rand, which will be paid out to the charities in the next couple of weeks, but to feed 10,000 children every month for the next 25 years through The Lunchbox Fund, pay for cleft lip operations through Operation Smile, and Signature of Hope Trust is going to build five to eight schools to educate and inspire future leaders, doctors, lawyers and teachers for generations. That is an incredible legacy to leave behind, and that was the driving force for me with this project. No matter what it was going to take, I knew I had to get to the other side because I had the lives of millions of kids on my shoulders. The world records and paddling across the Atlantic Ocean are just details for me.”

Mere ‘details’ or not, the statistics behind Bertish’s SUP crossing are no less staggering. Paddling the equivalent of a marathon every day for 120 days, over 4,500 miles of ocean, Bertish took 93 days (and around two million individual strokes) to make his way from Morocco to Antigua.

“I wanted to depart from the African continent, because I am deeply patriotic and an African through and through!” he enthuses. “I also wanted to follow the

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ancient spice routes that have been used over thousands of years and I had to factor in migration, current and winds, which all assisted with successfully completing the crossing. And lastly, it creates a smile across the ocean.”

With the route planned and funding secured, Bertish turned his attention to an SUP craft the likes of which had to withstand everything from the powerful swell of the erratic Atlantic to the dodging of merchant ships and great white sharks. The final craft came from the drawing board of internationally renowned naval architect

Phil Morrison, with many of its features drawing inspiration from open ocean row boats. At just under 20ft in length, and weighing 1,350lb, Bertish’s vessel contained a plethora of high tech additions including radar, GPS, an auto pilot system, freeze dried meals, 50 litres of water, a life raft, phones and even a MacBook. But despite this remarkably impressive roster, Bertish quickly found his most important acquisition to be something a little more traditional.

for chafing, but it ended up preventing me from sinking. I found out the main hatches on deck were leaking, and the Vaseline helped me seal the hatches and slow the amount of water that leaked in.”

“The most important piece of kit I took with me ended up being Vaseline,” he reveals.

“The open ocean rowers recommended it

“There were a couple of shark encounters along the way,” he reveals with an uneasy grin spreading across his face. “The first

And when you’re in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, there is one sleek, grey and very toothy reason why you do not want to be standing on a sinking paddleboard at any point.

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THERE WERE A COUPLE OF SHARK ENCOUNTERS ALONG THE WAY, THE FIRST ONE HAPPENED SO QUICKLY, THERE WAS NO TIME TO BE SCARED. IT WAS ONLY AFTER THAT I REALISED I HAD MY DECK KNIFE IN HAND AND WAS TERRIFIED one happened so quickly, there was no time to be scared. It was only after that I realised I had my deck knife in hand and was terrified. It took a while to recover. The second one was at night when I was tucked into the cabin. Sharks make a distinctive sound when they bump and grate against the craft. The first pass shows they are interested; the second time it means they are serious and then you wait for the third time and hope it doesn’t happen. Luckily there wasn’t a third time!”

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The expedition also sought to raise awareness for the Two Oceans Aquarium Programme, and Bertish was given the luxury of enjoying some close encounters with a vast array of the ocean’s somewhat less fearsome creatures. He swam with yellowfin tuna, dolphins and whales every day. “Often I would just stand on the craft without a paddle in my hand,” he remembers wistfully, “and just stare in awe and take it all in.”

True to form, Bertish isn’t resting on his undeniably substantial laurels. There’s around 10 million rand, £578,500, currently winging its way to his chosen charities, but the man himself is settling down to the next two years in which he will be “writing the book, making the film and delivering

inspirational talks about the SUP crossing, all the while working on the planning and prep for the next project, due for 2020/21”.

“Once you realise you have the ability to have the impact and change the lives of not only three million, but three hundred million with the next project and you know it’s now possible, then the sky isn’t the limit – there is no limit!” he states. “I’m excited about the next project and I’ve been working on it for a while already. It takes all the sports I love to do and connects them all together around the world and is based on the cornerstones of education, inspiration and conservation. It will inspire and change the lives of far more than three million people. It will be much, much more, that’s my purpose.”

Those of us still picking up our jaws at the magnitude of Bertish’s latest aquatic expedition, however, may well be inspired to emulate the indefatigable adventurer when they find out he thinks himself no different to you or me.

“We all have a hero inside of us,” he declares. “With hard work, immense planning, preparation, courage, self belief, determination, perseverance, and a never give up attitude, you can achieve anything,

as anything is truly possible. Don’t limit yourself by other people’s expectations, just find your passion and your purpose and then have the courage to follow them…”

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HAVING A PET ONBOARD CAN PLACE EXTRA STRESS ON CREW BUT THERE IS ALSO SOME FUN TO BE HAD AS ERICA LAY DISCOVERS

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o, the owner and his family are about to board, the crew his business. Then he’d hop back in and off he’d go back to the are lined up to greet them in their finest whites, the vessel boat. The stews hated him due to his hair and slobber problem is impeccably sparkling and twinkling in the sunshine on but by all standards, he was a little gem compared to others. this lovely day, then BOOM! What the hell was that black puff ball that just bounced off the passarelle, tore through the aft There’s the owner of the small sail yacht who liked to bring his 3 deck knocking the bunch of flowers over, breaking a vase and long haired cats with him on every trip. These were those mean scratching the varnished table before smacking into the glass cats… the sort who’d reach out to scratch you or trip you up doors with a wet thud, then flopping into the salon to have when you were walking past, and it seemed they intentionally a good roll around on the cream shagpile? Ah, great! They’ve rolled around on every single surface to cover it in thick hair. brought their dog. Who appears to resemble That yacht can’t keep crew, I wonder why?! an oozing cross between Scooby doo and a HE LIKED THE ENGINEER Shetland pony. Lovely. What’s that noise?

Lots of dogs are trained to use a bit of astroturf Wonders the engineer, bending to inspect BEST, PROBABLY BECAUSE for emergencies, however let’s talk about the the now broken sliding door before realising owner’s bulldog on an old gaff rigged yacht.

HE WAS ALSO QUITE it’s the chief stew’s teeth grinding… Bringing He’d bang his balls on every step down and HAIRY. AND ONE WHO animals onto yachts is fun isn’t it? let out a little yelp, and pooped in the winch handle sockets. Nice and easy to clean that up!

DIDN’T MIND STEPPING Like the beautiful big floppy (and a little smelly) OVER HIM IN THE ENGINE Irish wolf hound, Bart, who arrived to spend a Bless the Siberian husky who was brought week on a 50m SY. He liked the engineer best, onto a charter by a well known chap. Poor ROOM, AND STOPPED TO probably because he was also quite hairy. A doggo got seasick but the engineer says he GIVE HIM EAR SCRATCHES was still easily the best behaved of the whole kindred spirit. And one who didn’t mind stepping over him in the engine room, and stopped to bunch. One to warm your cockles; the German give him ear scratches. Bart was a good boy. He wore socks shepherd, a service dog, who loved to go out in the tender for so he didn’t scratch the teak, which made him slide around all a cruise. She’d go sit there and patiently wait for someone to over the place but he didn’t mind… and didn’t bark much or take her for a spin and would cry if you covered the tender, or make a fuss. When he needed the loo he’d go to the aft deck took it out without her. The stew had to hoover three times a and wait obediently for a crew member to pop him in the tender day as well as pick up the odd rubber toy but said she’d do it all and take him ashore for a little leg stretch, a sniff, and to do over again to have her back onboard. Nawww.

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There’s the big Maine coone who liked to play with water, she’d spill everything she could to play with the stream, probably enjoyed the fact that people slipped over, and then spend the rest of the day sleeping in the day head sink plotting her next move.

Or the two brown poodles who on one trip developed stomach bugs. The ... horror… oh the horror… they were adored; the chef had to roast chickens for them and their meal prep took priority over the crew food. And they got helicoptered in and out. It’s definitely a dog’s life.

One chef tells of a little dog he had the joy of cooking for; he had to put out three plates, restau fine dining style, and take away the two it decided not to eat. And the crew had to applaud when it pooped on deck.

A captain loved remembering the terrier who used to surreptitiously poop right outside the bridge door for him to step in. Every morning. Nice and warm between the toes.

Not just limited to our four legged friends, what about the 60m motoryacht with the huge fish tank in the crew mess? Fish got sea sick on the crossing and died. Did NOT see that one coming.

Or the owner who liked to walk around with his two African Grey parrots on his shoulders. The chief stew loved it when they ran all over the table and pooped everywhere. Loved it. Bird poop is so easy to clean and doesn’t damage any of the delicate surfaces, nope…

On a serious note, if you are going to have animals on board then if you do get the chance to prepare prior, make sure the animals have ID tags on their collars in addition to their microchip and they have their passport with them, plus all vaccination certs (especially rabies). You don’t want to get stopped in port for the dog’s paperwork being out of line – it’s hard enough getting Schengen crew stamped in and out.

Make sure all animals have a flotation device, and if you have the opportunity, do a good sweep of the vessel and make sure anything at chewing, scratching or tail wagging height is stowed away if possible. If you’re dealing with cats, museum glue down everything breakable… Similarly make sure there’s nothing overly hazardous is in reach either, you do not want to deal with an unhappy owner with a poorly pet… nor do you want to be responsible for whatever shoots out of either/both ends.

Mind their feet on hot teak too! If it’s too hot for your feet, it’s definitely too hot for theirs.

Get to a vet and get hold of animal seasickness meds just in case… always handy to have, even if they are experienced seagoing pups or kitties. Some human brands can be given to pets but check with the vet first.

When they’re onboard take it in turns to have play time with dogs or they’ll get bored and that’s usually when you’ll find something in their mouth that really shouldn’t be there. Like someone’s shoe. Or someone’s radio. Or the backstay… And again with cats, give them a little attention. If you can pin them down then give them a good brush every day to help keep the hair to a minimum.

Embrace the animals, for all their hairiness and slobberiness, their claws and bodily functions, you know you just can’t beat a cuddle from a pet.

BESPOKE VETERINARY SERVICES Superyacht Veterinary Service SVS provides a bespoke veterinary and pet travel consultancy catering to transient superyachts with pets on board. They ensure that travelling on/to/from a superyacht with a pet is both a simple and rewarding experience, for captain, owner and crew. The company’s main focus is on import, support and navigating the myriad of paperwork that accompanies pet travel, however they are not limited to this and offer a range of additional services that include: Calendar / schedule of veterinary tests and treatments to support travel plans, 24 hour remote veterinary support, Disease risk analysis - country specific, Basic animal first aid and training for crew. SVS offer annual packages for clients travelling regularly on superyachts, and ‘one-off’ support for those planning a single trip, such as charter clients. However, SVS realises that every animal and every boat is different, and also offers bespoke solutions, created to fit each animal or yacht’s needs perfectly.

PET ESSENTIALS When talking about safety of pets aboard charter yachts, there are a few things to consider. To prevent any dangers of having a pet aboard, follow these tips. If this is a pet’s first sailing trip, it may be scared so you need to create a safe area for the pet.

FEAR AND PANIC Bring its favourite toys and blanket - these are necessary for pets to feel safe aboard the charter yacht. Animals tend to panic in unfamiliar situations and can get violent when scared, so you need to make sure the pet does not hurt itself or someone else.

FALLING OVERBOARD You need to be extra careful during sailing. Dogs should not be in the way or it or someone else might end up hurt or overboard. A pet might be a good swimmer, but it will need a pet flotation device as it may save its life. If the conditions are especially rough, it may be a good idea to tether the dog to the boat and put a PFD on the dog. A smart thing would be to attach a swim platform to the yacht. In that case, if the dog falls overboard, it would be easier to recover the animal from the water.

SEA-SICKNESS AND SUNBURNS If pets gets seasick, wait until their stomach calms and then give them some milk. Travel-induced stress is also a danger for pets. It can cause constipation, to fix it, add a daily teaspoon of vegetable oil to their food. If the pet gets sunburnt, hypoallergenic sunblocks for humans should do.

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HULL OF A TENDER The new series of the RAFNAR Leisure-Explorer RIB-tenders brings the radical ÖK Hull Technology to the luxury superyacht market

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ollowing a number of years of use in the commercial, military, and explorer sectors of operation in rough and extreme weather conditions, Rafnar presents a series of luxury leisure RIBs and support boats that incorporate the acclaimed and patented ÖK Hull technology.

Superyacht owners are now able to enjoy this astounding comfort at sea during long tender voyages between their yacht at anchor and their favourite port or restaurant destination - or to a distant airport for their onward travel.

A lunchtime voyage from Monaco to St Tropez or Corsica at last becomes a comfortable and pleasurable ‘walk-in-thepark’ for the discerning yacht owner.

This new hull form is the result of an engineering re-think about flow-and-passage of water around a displacement type hull. Given that high-speed ‘planing’ and ‘semi-planing’ craft tend to drive at least resistance only on the surface of the

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water and are consequently often unstable, experiencing the uncomfortable bounce-and-slam, this patented ÖK hullform provides an interesting and hugely beneficial alternative with its ‘soft-ride’.

By adopting displacement type thinking for high speed boats in moderate to rough weather conditions, and by overcoming the resistance that is usually encountered by a displacement boat moving through the resistant water, the Rafnar ÖK Hull craft achieves an unusual passage motion, maintaining enhanced stability and comfort while still achieving unusually high speeds not normally achievable in displacement type craft.

Rafnar craft are able to carry a large number of crew and equipment, while still maintaining high speeds. The activity of alongside maneuvering with personnel and equipment

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transfer to a mothership is also hugely improved, even in moderate to rough seas.

to crew and guest operations and general maneuverability under difficult sea-conditions at medium to high speed.

As the Rafnar displacement type craft remains at in an apparently planing aspect, the boat does not attempt to climb out of the water and fly unstably on the surface. The RIB-tender is in fact already in planing aspect as it gets underway, resting firmly in the water. Operators encounter very little discernible rise-and-fall in the bow during bold accelerating and deceleration, and very little roll-and-pitch while underway.

The Rafnar ÖK Hull boats are exceptionally well designed and built to international Lloyds and SOLAS certification for extreme usage, with the result being that the life-span fatigue on the actual boats is also minimized. The gentle ride provided by the hull form translates to less mechanical and structural fatigue for the boat, and fatigue or injury for guests and crew.

Yacht-crew are able to put to sea in moderate to rough weather during personnel transfer or for expeditions from the yacht, in conditions that would be untenable when using standard issue high speed conventional Deep-V Planing RIB-tenders. The ÖK hull-form allows a radical improvement

Rafnar introduce to the market the 8,5m ‘Flengur 850 T-Top Open Support RIB’, and the 11m ‘Leiftur 1100 T-Top Open Explorer.

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QUALITY CONSULTING Chris Jackson of ACE looks at the importance of employing a coatings consultant

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hy employ a coatings consultant?

In times past a superyacht paint finish was principally assessed simply by how it looked. This subjective assessment was usually made by the yacht’s captain and/or an owner’s representative.

One problem with this approach is that the final finish says little about the integrity of the coatings beneath. A second issue was that applicators felt pressured into applying thinner, less durable paint films, which flowed better, in order to achieve a finer cosmetic result that might be considered acceptable.

However, unsurprisingly, with many people of varying levels of experience viewing paint in widely differing lighting conditions, and with mixed perceptions as to what is ‘acceptable’, the issue of final approval could be highly contentious.

These recurrent problems, coupled with numerous instances of coatings failures over the ensuing years, has led to the increased use of technical coatings inspectors to confirm that all coatings are being applied according to the manufacturers’ specifications, and meet pre-defined acceptance criteria.

These inspectors, typically from a commercial painting background, pioneered the use of precise instrumentation to measure final coatings thicknesses, gloss levels, DOI, etc, on luxury yachts. The idea behind this was to develop an objective set of numerical data values by which a paint finish can

be judged and so, hopefully, eliminate the many disagreements caused by subjective visual assessments.

the coatings age. This data is invaluable during any future warranty discussions regarding the ageing of the finish.

Many of these inspectors possessed a great deal of expertise in measuring coatings on commercial ships, pipelines, structures or in the automotive industry but had to learn completely afresh with regard to the intricate processes of the hand faired and painted superyacht.

In the case of a refit, ACE always suggest carrying out a pre-bid survey of the existing coatings to provide a reference point from which to define the extent of the re-paint necessary as well identify any less obvious issues which might otherwise result in unforeseen change order costs or delays.

Measurement instruments provide data primarily for adhesion profiles, film thickness, and various aspects of the final gloss quality but offer very little with regard to the many other issues that may be present. Critical problems such as filler shrinkage, primer shrinkage, sanding marks, filling marks, former lines, spot filling, wipe marks, cratering, ghosting, contamination, and many others, cannot be adequately measured objectively and mean that a very high level of skill is required to accurately assess superyacht coating quality.

ACE’s expertise allows them to quickly identify many subtle and hard to measure issues, which may become increasingly problematic in time; by employing ACE from the outset many costly pitfalls can be avoided. ACE offer practicable solutions to these issues, tailored for maximum benefit with minimum time and cost. ACE’s ongoing support throughout new build or refit coatings work reduces risks and costs by anticipating and avoiding many problems before they occur.

To identify, understand, avoid or rectify such issues requires a level of expertise that can only be obtained through extensive hands-on experience. ACE provides the unique insight gained from over 25 years of actually applying these specialised coatings commercially, time and again and dealing with the many problems that occur.

At the very least, employing a coatings inspector will provide an independent set of data values which can be referenced as

An application company’s workforce soon recognises and respects ACE’s knowledge as it is clear that ACE’s inspectors understand their job and will readily spot any application failings or shortcuts taken. It is widely accepted that ‘The certainty of being caught is a vastly more powerful deterrent than the punishment’. ACE provides that certainty.

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ALF ALDERSON TACKLES THE VIA FERRATA TO EXPERIENCE THE HEADY HEIGHTS OF THE DOLOMITES WITHOUT THE USUAL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH EXTREME ROCKCLIMBING

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f you’ve ever endured the Sly Stallone climbing movie ‘Cliffhanger’ you’ll probably have wondered, especially if you’re not a climber, what it must be like to dangle off the vertiginous cliff faces that feature in the film.

Well, the good news is that you can find out quite easily by heading to the very region where the film was shot, Italy’s Dolomite mountains, and hitting one of the many ‘via ferrate’ that snake up the local mountain faces.

Via ferrata translates as ‘iron way’, which refers to the iron rungs and ladders and steel hawsers that provide ‘protection’ on these airy mountain scrambles and climbs. Clipped onto the hawser via a carabiner, a

short length of rope and a climbing harness, vie ferrate allow you to enjoy the kind of drama and exposure that is normally reserved only for experienced mountaineers and climbers. It’s not at all unusual to find yourself clinging to a narrow rock shelf or a series of iron rungs with a drop of several hundred metres beneath your feet, whilst all around are inspirational views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers.

As a base from which to hit the heights, the glitzy mountain resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo is ideal – opulent hotels, fine bars and restaurants and the ‘beautiful people’ of Europe to rub shoulders with offer a fine way to relax after a hard day at the rock face.

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Begin with the easy Sentiero Ivana Dibona route just to the northwest of the town. It involves clambering up the rungs of an iron ladder and onto an awe-inspiring and very exposed wooden suspension bridge which takes you to the summit of 2874-metre Forcella Grande.

ANY ROCK CLIMBER WILL TELL YOU, SUN WARMED LIMESTONE IS THE FINEST MATERIAL ON WHICH TO CLIMB The pathways that you’re using were constructed during the First World War and take you past the remains of old military installations, and your high point comes quite early in the walk on the summit of the Cristallino d’Ampezzo, where you can enjoy magnificent views down towards Cortina and of the soaring peaks of the Dolomites which surround you in all directions.

From here it’s a relatively easy if long traverse, generally downhill, to the Sentiero Italia footpath at the end of the ridge. Stop along the way and enjoy a picnic lunch whilst relaxing on sun-warmed, south-facing crags with million dollar views.

You’ll be ready for some fine Italian food and wine after all this action. Treat yourself at the Michelin-starred Tivoli Restaurant situated below the Lacedel ski area with good views of the town, where mountain fare such as deer, or the prize winning tortelli de patate will satisfy taste buds and hunger pangs. Afterwards, head to Enoteca wine bar on Via del Mercato, where you’ll find a sensational range of over 700 wines to choose from, and it’s also a great place to meet the locals.

You can also enjoy the same excitement in the French Alps, the Tarentaise region, for instance, has several via ferrate. On the edge of Val d’Isere you’ll find two very challenging routes above La Daille. Both involve a good deal of exposure and even some overhanging sections, so are not for first timers, but easier options are to be found in La Plagne and above les Bettières in the Nantcroix Valley to the south of Les Arcs.

This latter via ferrata is a particularly good example of how these routes can be designed to provide fun for all the family; it’s divided into three sections, which become increasingly harder as you get higher, and at the end of each section there’s an ‘escape route’ that allows easy access back down to the valley.

This means that if you’re at the limits of your climbing ability, on, say, section two, you can retire gracefully before taking on the final, overhanging third section.

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In the nearby Beaufortain range La Tour du Jallouvre is another classic French via ferrata, located above, and easily accessible from, the Col de la Colombière above the resort of Le Grand Bornand.

Limestone peaks rise above green, flower speckled meadows and it’s that limestone that helps make the climb so enjoyable, for as any rock climber will tell you, sun warmed limestone is the finest material on which to climb, with big holds and good grip being par for the course.

The 450-metre high route also has the customary series of iron steps and hand holds, all linked by a steel cable, which means that anyone with a head for heights can take it on.

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This particular route is graded TD- (Tres Difficile minus); like British climbing routes ‘very difficult’ actually means ‘relatively easy’, so much so that when I did it I encountered a local shepherd accompanied by his young son using the route to access their flocks higher up the mountain.

That said, as the Jallouvre gets higher it becomes more vertical and more challenging until you eventually encounter the ‘crux’ section directly above what we and no doubt most other climbers call the ‘wobbly bridge’. Correctly known as ‘La Passarelle du Gypaète’ after the huge vultures of the same name that can be seen circling the crags and picking at the bones of fallen via ferrataists (only joking), it’s a 25 metre length of planks held together by various bits of steel cable and it sways above a drop of several hundred metres like a drunk at a wedding.

And herein lies the peculiar joy of climbing a via ferrata; you know that to all intents and purposes you’re safe and can’t fall more than a few metres; but you’re clambering up a sheer rock face the like of which, without a via ferrata, only the best rock climbers could access.

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WIGHT WATER Lendy Cowes Week is about to launch into a new era. Numbers are up and international interest is now at an all time high Words: Sue Pelling

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ith just a few weeks to go before the opening race of Lendy Cowes Week 2017 (29 July-5 August), overall entries across the board at this annual, world recognised regatta, are up 10 per cent on this time last year. Equally encouraging is the fact that international entries are on the rise too with a total of 41 teams already signed up. The announcement of Lendy, a leading peer to peer lending platform, as the new title sponsor for the next three years, seems to have fired up new interest, which bodes well for the long term success of the event.

While it is not unusual in a Fastnet Race year to attract a larger than usual foreign contingent, nearly 40 international teams have already signed up, and potentially there is more to come, which could make it one of the biggest international entries ever seen at Cowes Week.

The introduction of the Sevenstar Triple Crown event for big boats launched earlier this year has also certainly prompted the recent flurry of teams of super sized yachts in the rush to sign up.

This new Sevenstar Triple Crown initiative is effectively a series within the regatta, open to large IRC rated racing boats up to 36m loa.

Three classes will compete: Maxi-Racer Class; Cruiser-Racer Class (both with a minimum TCC of 1.500) and an Ocean-Racer Class (minimum TCC of 1.400). The series will take place on the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of Lendy Cowes Week, with the Wednesday race being designated an Around the Island Race.

This interesting new event has been endorsed

by The Duke of Edinburgh who has kindly agreed to loan one of the magnificant trophies from the Royal Collection. The trophy, to be know as the Duke of Edinburgh Triple Crown Trophy, will be awarded to the overall winner of the Sevenstar Triple Crown at a prestigious prizegiving ceremony at the Royal Yacht Squadron.

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The Sevenstar Triple Crown will also see the awarding of The Queen’s Cup, The King George V International Cup and the Royal Yacht Squadron’s King’s Cup 1920, which will be awarded to the three winners of each of the Sevenstar Triple Crown classes.

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Kate Johnson, Commercial & Marketing Director for Cowes Week Limited Commenting on the announcement of the Sevenstar Triple Crown Series, said, “The Duke of Edinburgh has been a regular competitor at Cowes Week since the late 1940s and we are absolutely delighted that he has chosen to mark his support for the regatta in this way. We are hugely looking forward to watching the development of this new initiative for Cowes Week.”

sail. Although numbers won’t quite make the 145 boats seen in its centenary year two years ago, it is still an exciting class watch on the start line.

Shoreside, the festival atmosphere at Lendy Cowes Week is legendary with parties and bands playing all week. As well as the host of activities taking place at three main social hubs open to

NEARLY 40 INTERNATIONAL TEAMS HAVE ALREADY SIGNED UP, WHICH COULD MAKE IT ONE OF THE BIGGEST INTERNATIONAL ENTRIES EVER SEEN AT COWES WEEK Leading the charge at the professional/performance end of the international entry list, and a likely leading contender in the Sevenstar Triple Crown Series is CQS, the 100ft multi-winged supermaxi from Australia skippered by Ludde Ingvall a former round the world yachtsman, world champion and record holder.

Ingvall, who has raced more than 12 times at Cowes Week said the introduction of the Sevenstar Triple Crown event for big boats is the reason he and his team decided to race this year.

“We only wanted to race against boats of our size. We couldn’t have done the event any other way, we’re too big and too deep; it was critical to our decision to be at Cowes Week.’

RACE FORMAT As well as the super-fast Triple Crown yachts, the 1,000 or so entries will cover up to 40 different classes. In an effort to simplify the race format, the organisers – Cowes Combined Clubs –­ divide the overall fleet into Black and White groups – smaller open day boats (White), larger yachts with cabins (Black).

Because of the complexity of getting 1,000 boats off the start line however, thre is only one race per day. For a good view of the starts, head to along the Parade to the Royal Yacht Squadron, or take a walk along The Green (in front of the Esplanade).

Numerically the largest class to watch out for is the classic, 102 year-old X One-Design with its distinct X insignia on the

the public on Cowes Parade (near the RYS), Cowes Yacht Haven in the centre, and Shepherd’s Wharf, slightly further up river, there are plenty of other events to get involved with.

Watch out this year for Lendy Cowes Week Ladies Day sponsored

by ELEMIS The day celebrates the contribution and achievement of women in sailing and recognises some of the major successes of women in the sport. A glitzy invitation-only prize giving to celebrate takes place on the evening of 1 August.

Another popular event is Family Day on Sunday 30 July. A whole host of family activities taking place throughout the day.

Brace yourself also for an awe-inspiring aerial display by the Red Arrows on the final Friday evening courtesy of Artemis Investment Management. For the best view of the magnificent men in their flying machines, head to Cowes Parade at 1930.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW When 29 July - 5 August 2017 Where Cowes, Isle of Wight, Hampshire Event website www.lendycowesweek.co.uk General Regatta Enquiries +44 (0)1983 295 744

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LEMONS AND LIMES

WHERE TO DRINK THE SERRAS, BARCELONA MESSAGE IN A LIGHT BULB 50 ml Tequila infused in hibiscus flower, 30 ml lime juice, 15 ml rose syrup, 40 ml Champagne

HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT ONES?

Choosing lemons is simple - look for those that don’t feel too heavy in the hand. Heaviness is a sign of a thick skin. The thicker the feel of the skin, the less flesh there will be - and the less flesh the less juice. Squeeze the lemon lightly and if it’s too firm, the skin is too thick. Limes are pretty easy to select because they are generally thinner skinned.

CAN I KEEP THEM IN THE FRIDGE?

Fresh lemons and limes keep fairly well in the crisper of your fridge (about 2 weeks). A large lemon with a thinner skin (or medium sized lime) will contain about 4 tablespoons of juice, but when a recipe calls for the juice of one lemon, you never really know exactly how this will affect your dish.

Start with 2 tablespoons of juice and adjust the amount for taste. You can also purchase a lemon stripper that cuts a larger slice of peel - the size of what one might use in a cocktail. A microplane is easiest for the removal of zest.

WHAT’S A MEYER LEMON?

Meyer lemons are a cross between a lemon and an orange - possibly a mandarin orange. They are a Chinese fruit and were brought to the west by Frank Meyer. He was an agricultural explorer who worked for the USDA and introduced them to the west in 1908 after a trip to China. The Meyer lemon is not as tart, with a slight sweetness to it that makes it great for cooking and for dressings.

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Shake and strain all the ingredients and top with champagne in a Light Bulb glass. Garnish with a dehydrated lime slice and hibiscus flower.

Organic milk contains fifty per cent more beneficial omega-3s than non-organic. This is due to the animals eating a more natural grass-fed diet with high levels of clover

Dulse is a red seaweed. In Ireland dulse is traditionally used as a cure against hangovers, but it is also a healthy and tasty ingredient in fish dishes, soups, desserts, bread, chowders and salads.

It can be eaten straight from the ocean and when dried it makes an excellent on-the-move snack. Or, try deep-frying it for a few seconds, seriously better than potato crisps! Rich in vitamins, particularly vitamin A, it is also an exceptional source of fibre (up to 30% when dried) and is bulging with proteins (up to 35%). It further contains a range of trace elements such as iron, sodium and potassium that are essential for your body’s every day functioning. In fact, there is more iron in 8 grammes of dried dulse than in a 100 grammes of sirloin steak!

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4 tsp dark muscovado sugar 2 tsp manuka honey Gently heat the blueberries and manuka honey until the juices of the blueberries start to run. Remove from the heat and spoon into 4 ramekins and leave to cool

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Place the ramekins in the fridge to chill until ready to serve

Spoon the Greek yogurt over the blueberries and sprinkle each bowl with 1 tsp of the muscovado sugar. This will melt and turn syrupy

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FOOD & DRINK

under the grill WILLIAM DOBSON William brings over two decades of hospitality expertise to the table. His CV includes 5 star hotels and high profile restaurants in the Caribbean. William has served onboard yachts and in the private and charter sector since 2006.

What is your favourite dish to cook?

Classic Lemon Tart What is your favourite restaurant?

I don't have one, I like the street food experience If you were not a chef what would you be doing?

Travel/food writer What is your favourite kitchen gadget?

Sous vide immersion circulator - always experimenting!

What is your favourite type of food?

Spicy food - all Italian, Thai, Indian, Japanese, Moroccan, so many...

What three factors do you look for in food?

Quality, freshness, seasonal/local What is the one ingredient everyone needs in their galley?

Fresh ginger What was the last meal you cooked for yourself because you really wanted to eat it?

Sushi - really into eating this at the moment. I love wasabi Where is your favourite local market for fresh produce?

Cannes market Who is your favourite provisioner and why?

Dennis Ekisola - the guy knows what we look for in the products, the best of the best and great with the logistics What do you like to do when you have time off?

I like to explore new places I haven't been before Most over rated ingredients?

Truffles Go to snack?

Grilled cheese sandwich Most outrageous guest food request?

Lobster sandwiches at 4am Professional chef you most admire and why?

My first chef I worked with, funniest guy I have ever met Food trend most over rated?

Molecular If you could cook for anyone, who would it be?

Bob Marley

WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH...

VEGETARIAN CHEESE? Cheese made with animal derived rennet isn't suitable for vegetarians, but there are veggie alternatives WHAT IS RENNET? Rennet contains enzymes used in cheesemaking to coagulate the milk and separate into curds and whey.

IS IT SUITABLE FOR VEGETARIANS? It depends. Many traditional and artisan cheeses use animal rennet, extracted from stomachs of calves, lambs or kids. Some cheeses, including Parmigiano Reggiano and Brie de Meaux, must be made with animal rennet to qualify for the name.

ARE THERE PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES? Yes. Somerset goat's cheese producer Mary Holbrook uses rennet derived from Cardoon and there are others made from plants and barks. Most vegetarian rennets are microbial, fermented from yeasts or moulds in a lab.

CAN YOU TASTE THE DIFFERENCE? Cheese makers will tell you that different rennets give different flavours to cheese. Microbial rennets can produce bitter flavours in long matured cheeses.

Vegetarian rennets tend not to produce the same depth of flavour as animal rennets. Cropwell Bishop uses vegetarian and animal rennets to make stilton. Both are good, but the animal rennet version has a richer, more complex flavour.

STAR FLAVOUR - PAIRINGS YOU MIGHT NOT HAVE THOUGHT OF 1 PARMESAN & HONEY Great as a nibble or at the end of a meal, serve a hunk of good parmesan with a bowl of runny honey for drizzling. Chestnut honey works brilliantly as does truffle honey.

2 BOILED EGGS & CUMIN Lop off the top off a soft boiled egg, then sprinkle with a mix of sea salt and ground cumin. Dip in a buttery toast soldier,eat and sprinkle again. A breakfast transformation.

3 DARK CHOCOLATE & CARDAMOM A hint of this aromatic spice takes chocolate tarts, mousses and ice creams to an exotic place. Infuse the cream with crushed cardamom pods before adding to the chocolate.

CHEF SWAPS DOUBLE CREAM FOR COCONUT YOGHURT Coconut is packed with vitamins C and E, iron, selenium, sodium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorous. It is also full of B vitamins, which release energy from the food we eat. Dairy-free coconut yogurts are as creamy as an indulgent treat – use to top desserts, or stir into curries.

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MISTA BARISTA The next-generation Ninja is more than a coffeemaker. It’s a coffee system. Complete with a variety of brew types and sizes, a built-in frother, it is an excellent choice as a mid price range coffee maker. It has plenty of interesting options for brewing that will keep most coffee drinkers happy for the life of the appliance. €140 www.ninjakitchen.com

culinary collection You may not need them but you could certainly get used to them

HANDY CANDY This cotton candy maker brings the carnival to your yacht!

Perfect for kids on board or movie night. The halogen heater system provides fast and delicious results, time after time and the hub detaches for easy cleaning. Could you ask for more… €45 www.cuisinart.com

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A PEELING Are you looking for an ergonomically precision-engineered peeler? You are??? Well, look no further. Each peeler is individually engineered using full grade 5 titanium. And, if that’s not enough you can upgrade to a titanium-nitride coated blade or even add a touch of gold. €132 www.klebdesign.com

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LEAF IT TO ME The ingenious Smart Herb Garden enables you to grow fresh herbs, fruits and flowers with zero effort. Plug it in, fill the tank, and your new indoor herb garden will take care of the rest. The smart soil makes sure your plants have exactly the right amount of nutrients, oxygen and water. The integrated energy efficient LED lighting means that the indoor gardens keep your herbs, flowers and fruits growing all year round. Smart indeed. €60 www.clickandgrow.com

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FULL STEAM AHEAD

Originating from Maghreb, these traditional pots are used to cook meat, fish and vegetables over many hours. The cone shaped top is designed to let condensation water drop on the food, increasing the foods tenderness. €85 www.knindustrie.it

The wonderful Bulbo Kettle is an instant centrepiece for the style-savvy kitchen. The fanciful swell of the stainless steel body and the warm acacia handle and knob give it personality and flair while making it practical for everyday use. €130 www.nambeinternational.com

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Lisbon Eats FROM GRILLED SARDINES TO PASTÉIS DE BELÉM, THE FOOD IN LISBON IS AS APPEALING AS THE CITY ITSELF

A CEVICHERIA Slightly off the beaten track but definitely worth the mini hike. Arrive early to guarantee your table. The chefs have done the usual rounds of top class restaurants around Europe and have honed their skills brilliantly. Innovative, wonderfully presented, divine flavour combinations... funky dining room, definitely get this one on your gastro list.

Rua D. Pedro V, 129 , Príncipe Real www.acevicheria.pt Tel: +351 218 038 815 | €€€€

BON JARDIM Known locally as ‘The King of Chickens’, you only really have one option here and that is to order the chicken. Spit roasted and delicately kissed by flames, the rustic kitchen will deliver perfectly crisp chicken falling off the bone. Drizzle over the piri piri sauce and away you go. Traditional, bargain price and absolutely delicious.

Travessa de Santo Antão 11, Santa Justa Tel: +351 21 342 4389 | €€€

SALAR DO NUNES Another hidden treasure but once again a worthwhile gastronomic treat. A real working restaurant with a lively local vibe. The rustic interior is welcoming as are the attentive staff. On entering, you immediately know you are in for some decent Alentejian cooking and a good value glass or two of fine wine.

Rua dos Lusíadas, 70, Alcântara www.solardosnunes.com Tel: +351 213 647 359 | €€€€

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TABLE TALK

ALMA RESTAURANT A TRAVESSA This former 17th century convent provides a wonderful backdrop for one of the city’s most romantic eateries. With the outside tables under the shade of the cloisters, the inside tables are set around the refectory offering several cozy alcoves. You can’t go wrong with the moules frites. Book well in advance.

Travessa do Convento das Bernardas 12, Madragoa www.atravessa.com Tel: +351 213 902 034 | €€ ADEGA DAS GRAVATAS A traditional eatery and great choice for a group, but book early if you want the outside area. With a century old tavern feel, the traditional dishes are 100% genuine and if you’re a big meat eater, this is the only place you need to know. If you need a shot of pure Lisbon culture, ring early and book it.

Travessa do Pregoeiro, 15, Carnide www.adegadasgravatas.com Tel: +351 21 714 3622 | €€

CHEF HENRIQUE SÁ PESSOA

ROASTED OCTOPUS, ROMESCO SAUCE, ASPARAGUS & FRIED POTATOES SERVES 8 OCTOPUS

2 to 3 kg octopus tentacles

2 garlic cloves crushed

1 onion cut into wedges

100ml olive oil

1 tomato cut into wedges • Put octopus in a baking dish with olive oil, add the onion and tomato and sprinkle with thyme leaves • Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake at 190°C for 1h30m until the octopus becomes tender • Remove from oven and divide into 8

A TABERNA DA RUA DAS FLORES One of the best locations in which to sample the local fare and just a few minutes off the beaten track. When you arrive and see the queue outside the door, you’ll know you’ve done the right thing. The giant blackboard displays the daily dishes that are genuinely Portuguese with a slight contemporary twist. Seafood takes a slight lead on the menu and is always the freshest choice of the day.

Rua das Flores, 103, Chiado Tel: +351 213 479 418 | €€€€ TASTY TARTS A must visit is Pasteis de Belem, home of the pastel de nata, an eggy custard tart with crisp pastry and a blistered top

ROMESCO SAUCE

6 garlic cloves without skin

50g toasted hazelnuts

4 ripe skinless tomatoes

120ml olive oil

2 skinless peppers

100g unleavened corn bread

1 malagueta chilli

Fleur de sel

50g toasted almonds

25ml red wine vinegar

• Bake the garlic with a drizzle of oil wrapped in aluminum foil for 1 hour at 170°C until well roasted and soft • Bake the peppers and tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and season with fleur de sel for 30 minutes until well roasted but without burning • Place in a blender jar and shred well with the remaining ingredients until a very homogeneous cream is obtained.

Season to taste SERVE WITH

8 grilled asparagus

Smoked paprika

Potato peel • Grill the asparagus until well cooked and cut into pieces • Cut the potato peel into thin julienne and fry until crisp.

Drain well and season with salt TO FINISH

• Put the previously heated octopus tentacle on the plate and pour the romesco sauce to decorate • Garnish with asparagus, potato peel and sprinkle with the smoked paprika

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making waves I recall once, years ago, when asked what I thought of rosé replying, “I’ll happily drink it but I won’t write about it”. Many years and several articles later I’ve happily eaten my words (or written my drinks) and put behind the callow snobbishness which caused me to unfairly dismiss these most engaging and convivial of wines. Here are six especially interesting examples, representing very different styles from an unexpected diversity of regions

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Rutini Trumpeter Rosé de Malbec Brut 2013 This sparkling 100% Malbec from the Tupungato Valley in Mendoza, Argentina is an absolute joy. Bright salmon pink, the nose offers plenty of delicate red berries, slight toasty notes and a touch of caramel, leading to a crisp and refreshing mouthful of strawberry, wild cherry and cranberry fruit with a herbal and creamy texture coming from the lees aging, like Champagne. Very attractive and gluggable yet impressive dexterity, sophistication and charm - will make you look at Malbec in a whole new light.

Dom Pérignon P2 Rosé 1996 At the other end of the sparkling pink vector we have Dom’s latest release after spending the best part of 20 years maturing in the cellars of L’Abbaye d’Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne. This remarkable rosé has great poise and tension, with red currants and rhubarb, softened by a dollop of crème fraiche and finishing with a saline tang. As serious as rosé Champagne gets and with an equally serious €915 a bottle price tag.

A joint project with the Brunier brothers of Chateauneufdu-Pape’s famous Vieux Télégraphe, this perky pink, made largely from the southern French Cinsault grape which thrives in the arid Beqaa valley just across the border from Syria, is fast becoming Lebanon’s trendiest wine, enjoyed in all of Beirut’s top night spots and seafront cafés. With its light blush colour, fresh peach and floral notes, and light spice finish lifted by a touch of bitter almond, you could easily be forgiven for assuming you were drinking from the Luberon not the Levant.

PR (Provençal Rosé) 2016 From Bormes les Mimosas in the Lavandou near St. Tropez, this is the quintessential Provençal rosé, again with a heavy hit of Cinsault but this time dominated

by Grenache with its cherry bright, fruit and sweet softness. Warmed by the Mediterranean sun and cooled by the coastal breezes, PR exemplifies the new breed of the timeless taste of the Côte d’Azur, an enjoyable high heels on the beach pink to be consumed copiously, paired with the laughter of beautiful people.

Red Car Rosé of Pinot Noir 2015 For those who like to bring a little more oomph to the party, this powerful, fruit-driven pink Pinot from Sonoma in California really is a whole lotta Rosé. Do not be fooled by the deceptively anaemic colour, this wholebunch pressed wine with ripe flavours of tangerine, pink grapefruit and Morello cherry, is a succulent mouthful and will put paid to any thoughts that rosé lacks body or complexity.

Elena Walch Moscato Rosa 2013 From Termeno (Tramin) in the foothills of the Dolomites, this very rare Italian wine is rarely seen outside the region, let alone the country but is worth all efforts to track down. A most unusual and delicate late harvest dessert wine, dusky pink in hue, the ‘Rosa’ actually refers to the intense rose petal perfume it exudes. Like liquid Turkish Delight, with a whiff of cloves and cinnamon balanced by a fresh vein of spicy acidity, this intriguing, versatile wine is great with Gorgonzola Piccante, light fruit tarts, or makes for an elegant digestif.

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WITH THE PROVISIONING MARKET OVER BRIMMING WITH PREMIUM QUALITY SUPPLIERS OFFERING SUBLIME SENSORY DELIGHTS FOR CREW CHEFS TO SALIVATE OVER AND THEN SELECT, IT’S A RARE TREAT TO JUST HANDPICK A FEW SPECIALIST SUPPLIERS AND HAVE A DELVE INTO WHAT THEY CAN DELIVER. CLAIRE GRIFFITHS SIFTS OUT JUST A FEW SUPPLIERS WHO SOURCE THEIR PRODUCE WHERE THE SEAS RUN DEEP AND THE DEER RUN FREE

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uiding us through the clear, cool waters of all that’s fishy, we headed directly for the experts and hooked up with the Fish Society, sourcing Alistair Blair as our font of intelligence to tell us what’s what among the family of fins and gills.

The finest of all sea foods are turbot, Dover sole, halibut and wild Scottish salmon, Alistair tells us, and are unsurprisingly the mainstream items sold to the superyacht industry. The Fish Society gets the fine large specimens of these fish from the English Channel and Scotland and he tells us it’s only these larger specimens that provide the thick luxury cuts that this market insists upon. The Society spreads its net far and wide to source the 400 products that it sells, spanning almost every sea-facing country in Europe. “Many supply us with only one item, the one in which they excel,” says Alistair.

As far as new variations and cuts go, there’s been a marked hike in interest for

the Society’s sashimi range in the last couple of years and ‘chalkstripe’ belly cuts of salmon have become a signature Fish Society item. “Although,” says Alistair, “a humble relative to salmon, kingklip, a South African fish that is hard to source, has also proved a winner. Another big hit this year, after a lot of looking, has been sashimi grade uni, or sea urchin ‘gonads’ or ‘roe’, sourced from Alaska.”

Belly cuts or ‘ventresca’ are also hugely popular with the superyacht chefs and general ‘affishionados’ (sorry!); Explains Alistair, “These are from the chest meat of large fish. This part of the fish is always rich in oils which give a rich in-mouth experience.

Tuna ventresca and black cod ventresca are our two signature ventresca cuts.

Finally, I should mention ‘collars’. This is the triangle of meat between the belly and the gill, including the gill bone. That makes it a complicated item to eat but this oil-rich meat cooked on the bone gives a superb experience.” Dusky grouper collar, for example, sourced in French waters

costs £100.00 a kilo, but that doesn’t stop the orders flooding in.

Alistair likes to consider the Society as a curator of the 400 specialist items from sea and stream and in-house processing is limited to filleting and processing wet fish.

For smoked fish it uses different smokers for different fish types; and so there’s the haddock smoker in Grimsby, a Belgian specialist in maatjes herrings, a Dutch producer of smoked eel and the jellied eel man in East London. They also have five smoked salmon suppliers and three kipper specialists. The marinated herring specialist happens to be based in Scotland; the bacalao guy is in Portugal.

While most of the produce stocked at its 12 000 m² storage warehouse is supplied by ‘La Fénerie Food Distribution’, leader for more than 40 years for supplying luxurious hotels and restaurants, Cannes Riviera Yacht Supply (CRYS) actually smokes its own salmon at its warehouse in Pegomas.

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ANOTHER BIG HIT THIS YEAR HAS BEEN, AFTER A LOT OF LOOKING “It’s a best seller,” explains Sales Manager Nathalie Yta, “that and the oceans of Champagne we sell, especially during the Festival de Cannes and Monaco GP.”

and the livestock of buffalo and grey cattle raised in the fields of national parks far from any antibiotics, bovine human growth hormone (rbGH) or any artificial drugs.

It would be nice but, Gabor Ivanacz, Managing Director of Venison Gusto LTD, is probably not based alone with his beard in a timber hut, in the heart of a deep, dark forest of a faraway distant land. But he is based in Hungary in a village hundreds of miles from Budapest. It would be romantic to think he fells wild deer, water buffalo, wild boar and grey cattle with his own fair shot out in the wilds somewhere, but he does certainly cure, smoke and sell his own charcuterie and pork-free salamis rather successfully.

Says Gabor, “The best seller almost every year is the red deer bresaola. More and more owners/charter guests are focusing on healthy, low fat products and our free range red deer bresaola is not just unique with an amazing taste, 100g of it contains less fat and less cholesterol then the skinless chicken breast, so we understand why it is popular.”

Maybe not ‘felled’ by his own hand, the animals he ‘works with’ are, he insists, raised in a most humane way with the red deer and wild boar living free in the wilds

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Other popular sellers include the ‘kosher style’ (no pork) salamis – red deer, buffalo or grey cattle that have a particular fanbase on board Muslim and Jewish boats.

The smoking and curing are done inhouse in the company’s own small facility in the village of Bataszek, 200 km away from Budapest.

Beech wood, either lightly smouldering or burning depending on the product, is used for the smoking.

The curing and aging in temperature and humidity-controlled-chambers are the last phases of the process but no less important than anything else that has gone before.

Gabor wants as many Chefs as possible to become familiar with the selection of salamis (15 types) and four kinds of bresaola, and he’s keen to show them the different ways to serve the meats, not simply for breakfast or as a charcuterie plate.

So far, the Chefs haven’t done too badly in conjuring up new recipes and any new ideas Gabor receives are put on the website to inspire others. ‘Some of them made meat sushi with the red deer bresaola, others made mayonnaise of the fat of the spicy red deer salami and served it with fish

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SASHIMI GRADE UNI OR SEA URCHIN GONADS FROM ALASKA dishes, but we also received pea soup, warm oyster, arancini and chocolate fondant recipes with Venison Gusto goods. If anyone has new ideas we are happy to put them on our website www.venisongusto.com, and give a link to the chef’s site and of course advertise it on our social media channels.

Plans for next season include meats vacuum packaged and ready sliced, as he recognises not all Chefs have slicers on board, “It’ll make their lives easier and also open up a big market for us to be presented on the shelves of gourmet shops. Hopefully we can have our new big toy ready - slicing and packaging by the beginning of 2018’.

If you were to tempt a hand at crafting a menu from some of this expertise, you’d have to start with the new product from CRYS this season: The House of Luvienz has married the finest of French sparkling wine in the world with caviar to create

perhaps the most outrageous drink ever!

Luvienz selected the Chardonnay grape variety that comprises most of the Cote de Blanc premium vineyards and caviar from one of the most renowned houses comprising the best of its marine and almond notes, to create a drink combining these two prestigious symbols of gastronomy.

A bottle of the Brut Caviar Edition costs €1350,00 a pop, and a leather trunk of nine bottles, €20.833,00.

One of the favourite tipples of wine and spirit provisioner, Hervé at Cave 1862, is a Chardonnay: not too woody, like a Chablis 1er cru for example, or a Chassagne Montrachet. But if we’re talking cocktails and the guests are American he reckons they’ll opt for a white alcohol such as tequila, or vodka. The Brits go for rhum and the French like their whiskies. Or of course everyone loves Champagne to wake the taste buds. Says Hervé, “I recommend

red wine to continue. We usually think that in summer we shouldn’t be drinking red wine but this is a received idea. What matters while drinking red wine is to serve it at the right temperature, that means slightly cooled. This will go perfectly with grilled meat.”

So what should we look out for this season in terms of wine? Two recent events have strongly affected the yacht market wine wise points out Mike Shore, Managing Director at Berba on Monte Negro: the spectacular 2009 and 2010 harvests in Bordeaux, which saw already high prices jump into the stratosphere, and four consecutive low-yielding harvests in Burgundy (2011 - 2014 inclusive) during which yields were down about a third, on average. “This,” he says, “created scarcity of supply at just the time that thirsty new markets (hello, Asia) were discovering Burgundy, again pushing prices way up.” So, the net

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TAX FREE WINE PROVISIONING IN MONTENEGRO Discover the Berba advantage: Berba is a different kind of provisioning company. Every one of the 80,000 bottles we offer is already in Montenegro, ready to be delivered tax free to your boat. You never wait for shipping, you never pay for shipping. You never have to worry about a late-arriving preference sheet or a change of itinerary.

Moreover, every single bottle we offer has been sourced and shipped directly from the producer. We never buy from supermarkets, dealers, charming old cellars or anything like that. You can be absolutely assured of every bottle’s provenance.

We ship the wine in climate-controlled vehicles and we store it in custom-built, climate controlled cellars.

Our tax free provisioning is also risk free provisioning.

For a copy of our catalogue, visit www.berba.me or contact Mike directly at mike@berba.me or +382 67 423 722

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THE BEST SELLER ALMOST EVERY YEAR IS THE RED DEER BRESAOLA. MORE GUESTS ARE FOCUSING ON HEALTHY, LOW FAT PRODUCTS effect of scarcity and price encouraged wine drinkers to look at other wine regions.

And according to Mike, they were happy with what they found…

“One excellent example is Bolgheri, an area off coastal Tuscany that mirrors Bordeaux in terms of the grapes used to make wine, usually Cabernet-Savignon, Cabernet-Franc and Merlot. The top wines from this area - Sassicaia, Ornellaia, Guado al Tasso, Ca’Marcanda and Biserno (the latter technically in Bibbona) regularly receive scores equivalent or higher than their top grand cru classé counterparts, but typically sell at a fraction of the price.”

Another example is one of Mike’s favourite white wines: Cervaro della Sala (from Umbria). Like a good Burgundy it is made from a selection of top quality Chardonnay grapes and vinified in oak. But unlike in

Burgundy, it is blended with 10% Grechetto to give it a note of freshness and food friendly acidity. “It is a brilliant wine and possibly Italy’s most rewarded white, but it’s available at half the cost of a typical premier cru Burgundy.” Look out for reasonably priced wines (under €20) in Alto-Adige/South-Tirol near Bolzano and in Friuli, like Jermann, for example.

Moving on we’d take a tip from Alistair for a pre-prandial or starter dish. He suggests the great variety of tinned fish which comes from Portugal and Northern Spain. “Ortiz ventresca de bonito is food of the gods. Smoked anchovies are a world away from standard tinned anchovies. The finest examples are always beautifully prepared and they elicit delight even just served straight from the tin. Add a little bit of green or red colour – tiny strips of cooked peppers, for instance, or a little

bed of mashed seaweed (we sell six kinds) and you’ll have a feast for the eyes and taste buds.”

And then from Gabor’s recipes, what to pick? Could we live with the steamed Sea Bass Fillet with Wild Boar Paprika Salami?

I think so. This year the Fish Society are now happy to ship by DHL for overnight or two-day delivery to all major destinations in Europe including most of the Mediterranean.

And Hervé has upped his game to satisfy the evermore last minute demands, “We can deliver for example to the Balearic Islands, Sicily and Greece. Anywhere our clients want, we deliver.”

Among all the exceptional suppliers, it looks like we’ve got the summer taken care of.

We’re free to wind wheel and print; it’s a WRAP. And we’re not meaning the food variety either.

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FROM THE SOURCE OFFERING A WIDE RANGE OF SPECIALIST PRODUCTS THESE ARE THE GO TO PROVISIONERS FOR AN EFFICIENT AND RELIABLE SERVICE

Venison Gusto are proud of the quality of the wild sustainable Hungarian Venison, Wild Boar and also the Grey Cattles and Buffalos which are kept in areas of National Parks grazing on grasses, giving their meat a finer grain. The team have a love for the flavours of the good old days, so their range of premium smoked meats are all hand prepared based on traditional Hungarian artisan methods, using prime cuts and modern technology to create perfect climatic conditions for smoking, drying and maturing. The company work hard to ensure you enjoy every single delicious mouthful.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)7 85 70 09 88 or visit www.venisongusto.com

Alistair Blair used to be an investment banker in the City of London, and a chronically disappointed seafood lover. His solution was to launch The Fish Society, which after 25 years has become Europe’s leading specialist internet fishmonger. It offers a truly incredible range of over 400 kinds of the highest quality fish and seafood products including many hard-to-get items such as large naked scampi, monkfish liver and wild Scottish salmon. For a rush order to your next port of call, ask for our Yacht Service (aka Alistair Blair – earns less but has more fun).

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1428 687768 or visit www.thefishsociety.co.uk

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Berba is the Adriatic’s premier wine provisioning company. Based in Porto Montenegro, its 80,000 bottle collection includes the most sought after wines from around the world. Whether it’s Grand Cru Burgundy or a simple, crisp Pinot Grigio, Berba not only has it but can deliver it directly to your yacht, tax free. Delivering to Montenegro can be challenging, but since Berba’s wines are already there, delivery is simple, quick and easy. For the complete collection and prices, download Berba’s online catalogue from their website.

For more details Tel: +382 67 423 722 or visit www.berba.me

1862 is the date of creation of this renowned establishment. The oldest wines and spirits cellar of Cannes welcomes you in a warm and authentic atmosphere, right in the heart of the city centre, between the Old Harbour of Cannes and Meynadier Street just a step from the Palais des Festivals and La Croisette. Hervé and Julien, the two sommeliers, will dispense their expert advice in order to guide your choices among 850 references of wines (Grand Crus of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Provence, Rhône Valley, World wines) and 400 spirits and liqueurs (Whisky, Rhum, Armagnac, Cognac...) On board delivery is available 7 days a week with the possibility of a duty free option.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 93 39 44 56 or visit www.1862wines.com

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BREAKFAST

A day in the life of...

A PORT DIRECTOR

ANNA CANNAVACCIUOLO PORT DIRECTOR, MARINA D’ARECHI

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aving recently qualified as Italy’s first Port Director,

by RINA Services one of the oldest naval registers in the world, Anna presides over a one thousand berth marina, now seen as a world class, state of the art marina that can accommodate craft from 10 to 100 metres.

Now fully open and seen as a year round holiday destination, it is located on the breathtaking UNESCO world heritage site, the Amalfi coast line, with close proximity to Capri, Ischia, Positano, Ravello, Paestum and Pompeii.

A venue for an annual boat show, a racing destination and a tourist hot spot in itself, it’s not surprising, then, that Anna and her team have their work cut out for them where every day is different!

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DAY BEGINS My day starts at about 6am when I wake up and take in the lovely early morning air from the balcony. The sun is still low in the sky but already it’s feeling warm. I love where we live, as we are only ten minutes drive away from work. But, it doesn’t take long to wake up with the help of a glass of water and five minutes later, my mind starts buzzing on the tasks ahead for the day.

BREAKFAST TIME My husband, Agostino, already has the coffee on and we sit down together with some orange juice, Expresso and a bowl of locally grown fruit. Salerno and the Campania region is so well known for its fruit produce and I can never resist starting the day without a good selection from the local market. This is probably the last time I will see Agostino until much later tonight as he himself is busy with our commercial port.

START WORK I always try to get in before the day staff arrive, and I get the chance for any overnight news from the night shift. It’s very peaceful and calm here but some of the stories can be quite amusing! Owners forgetting where their boat is in the marina, is one of the most common! I then prepare for my meetings……we have just finished the Salerno boat show which is now an annual event and there is much to do.

TYPICAL MORNING Two superyachts are arriving mid morning, both on charter and require bunkering before they visit the beautiful Amalfi coast line, the islands of Capri and Ischia. One heads south to Sicily for the rest of the week and the other, a beautiful Perini Navi, is heading west to Sardinia. We are picking up VIP guests for both, using our limo service from Salerno and they need to rendezvous with both yachts immediately upon arrival.

Meanwhile a flotilla of smaller boats literally coming from anywhere and everywhere want berthing for the summer season. Agostino calls and everything is OK. The less he knows the better! It’s hectic at this time of the year and we make sure that everyone feels the warmth of Marina d’Arechi.

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LUNCH My fall back is a snack at the desk and that is the norm, however, we have great eateries on site and once in a while, I will entertain a VIP guest with my favourite diet of fish and fresh produce all washed down with some of the local wine.

Sometimes it is hard but someone has to do it and yes, sometimes the wine can flow!

AFTERNOON Well it’s back to the office and there’s usually a mixture of challenges and ongoing projects. The team are fantastic, they have been established here for sometime and I know I can trust them – they’re great trouble shooters! But, we’re a new marina and typically I am in marketing meetings, meetings with accountants, meetings with the team and yes, I help tie up boats when I am needed!

END OF THE WORKING DAY When I haven’t any meetings in the afternoon that spill over to the evening, I enjoy playing sport and if I can get on the tennis court or go for a swim using our private beach, then I will. End of the day for me is usually 7pm and I will often go shopping for an evening meal at this time.

DINNER & DRINKS Occasionally, I take the team out for drinks especially if we’ve had a heavy work load. A bar is on site and most of the team live close by in Salerno and I love getting us all together to enjoy an hour or so at sunset to celebrate.

Taxis can be overworked when we decide to have a ‘Love the Team’ evening!

Other times, I visit my family who also live locally for a glass of wine and a light meal, if I am not at home with my husband. If Agostino is home, then we will go to our favourite restaurant, Pescheria a Salerno. We have been dining there for many years. It is a special place for us as we have planned our whole lives together, over our favourite table! It is also a great place to unwind before we head back home and start all over again the next day.

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Collaborations with some of Italy’s finest university hospitals are carried out under the supervision of medical-spa director Professor Francesco Canonaco. This is not an old-school ‘weigh-in, shame, hunger-pangs’ place. There’s morning yoga, mid-afternoon massages and hikes to the top of Monte Solaro. www.capripalace.com

FACE TIME

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ZIIP is an FDA cleared handheld electrical skincare device. The technology behind ZIIP is groundbreaking: small, energetic vibrations are pushed into the skin through positive- and negativelycharged discs, giving your skin life.

ZIIP BEAUTY offers the user several different facial treatments. Through ZIIP’s supporting iPhone/iPad app, you can select a treatment based on your desired result, and wirelessly send it to your ZIIP device.

COMPLETE RELAXATION Guided Meditation for a Happy, Stress Free Life. If you are looking for an effective meditation app for your iOS devices, download Complete Relaxation. This is the pro version of Complete Relaxation Lite app.

Ghee has a host of health and cooking benefits and is good for the mind and spirit. As a form of clarified butter its an essential power food. With a high smoke point of 250°C, it won’t break down into free radicals like many other oils. Ghee is not likely to affect people with a dairy or casein intolerance, so most people who are lactose or casein intolerant have no issue with ghee. Ghee is rich in the oil soluble vitamins A and E and is thought to strengthen your immune system, have anti inflammatory properties and promote positivity.

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BEAUTY MYTH CROSSING YOUR LEGS WILL GIVE YOU VARICOSE VEINS Contrary to popular belief, crossing your legs does not contribute to varicose veins. In fact, standing is more likely to be the culprit.

Standing all day forces veins to work overtime, pumping blood from the legs to your heart, which causes a pooling of blood and results in dark, visible veins.

BUDDHIFY 2 Another great meditation app for peaceful life. This app comes with many cool features ( 80+ guided audio meditation tracks, solo meditation timer and more ) and a beautiful user interface.

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VOLUME OF OXYGEN (O2) MAXIMUM Curious to know how your fitness level stacks up? Or maybe just your neighbour in spin class? While you can’t quantify overall fitness, VO2 max is the number that remains supreme among endurance athletes.

Known as the ’Darth Vader test’, you find your VO2 max by sprinting on a treadmill with an air-tight face mask that measures the maximum amount of oxygen you can utilise during full-out exercise. For a woman in her 20s or 30s, the average VO2 max is between 30 to 35 percent, anything over 40 is considered excellent.

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BODY

Back to basics

Working long days, lifting heavy loads and standing for many hours puts lots of strain on your upper and lower back muscles. If you have recurring bouts of back pain, the following exercises from Roel van Kuijck will help

WARM UP Before starting your day take 10 minutes to warm up and prepare your back muscles. It’s an excellent way to prevent back pain

YOGA CAT/COW Kneel down and place your hands in front of you. Exhale and gently arch your spine. Then inhale and round your back, like a cat. Move slowly and hold in each position for 5-10 seconds. Repeat 10 times.

KNEE TO CHEST Lay flat on your back. Slowly bend your right knee and pull your leg up to your chest. Wrap your arms around your knee and gently pull the knee towards your chest. Hold for 20 seconds and slowly extend the leg. Repeat three times each leg.

RESTFUL POSE Kneel on the floor and sit on your feet. Extend your arms forward fully and allow your head to fall forward. Hold for 20 seconds and slowly return to starting position. Repeat three times.

SEATED STRETCH Sit with a straight back, cross your left leg over your right leg placing your foot next to your thigh. Place your right arm on your leg and slowly stretch. Hold for 20 seconds and alternate sides, three times.

TAKE CARE LYING KNEE TWIST Lie on your back. Bend the right knee up and cross it over the left side of your body.

Hold in a position that allows you to feel a gentle stretch for 20 seconds. Rotate back to centre. Repeat three times on each side.

Keep the next important tips in mind

COBRA STRETCH Lie on your stomach with your legs extended.

Slowly, push upwards, so your weight is resting on your forearms and hips are on the ground. Hold for 10 seconds. Return to starting position and repeat 5 times.

Standing Stand upright and your back straight. Balance weight evenly on both feet and keep your legs straight.

Sitting Use a seat with good back support. Place a pillow in the curve of your back. Keep your knees and hips level.

Lifting Keep your back straight, no twisting, and bend only at the knees. Hold the load close to your body.

Massage Regular massage treatments decreases muscle back injury and can relieve pain instantly.

Blue Tree offer bespoke massages using traditional techniques and are available in your home or on your yacht throughout the Cote d’Azur.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)6 51 36 93 65 or visit www.bluetree-massage.com

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Are you burnt out?

Banish tired looking skin and maintain the perfect complexion

FIND YOUR

BALA NCE American psychologist Herbert Freudenberger coined the term ‘burnout’ in 1974 to describe the symptoms resulting from chronic stress. Here are tips to bring you back from the brink:

CUT CAFFEINE The average ‘half-life’ of caffeine is six hours. That means if you have a cup of coffee at 4pm, at 10pm half of it is still swilling around your body. Don’t drink a cup of Joe within six hours of bedtime.

GIVE YOUR SKIN AN ENERGY BOOST The season is underway, the long days are clocking up, we’re not as young as we used to be and we’re all too aware that tiredness is visible on our faces. So what can we do to make sure our skin is kept looking bright, youthful, healthy and fresh?

WATER Get guzzling. Important for your general well being, but did you also know that not drinking enough can weaken your under eye skin causing bags and more wrinkles… Tiredness will also be visible through dried and chapped lips.

EXFOLIATE AND MOISTURISE Removing the dead skin twice or three times a week is a necessity and should form part of your regular routine, that includes you boys!

The golden rule for not looking exhausted in the morning is to moisturise at night. Reaching

its highest temperatures overnight, our skin absorbs moisture faster and more effectively while we sleep. Use a hydrating moisturiser day and night to help combat dry skin.

COLLAGEN: THE KEY TO YOUTHFUL SKIN Collagen occurs naturally in the skin, strengthening and firming our complexions.

Basically it’s nature’s way of ridding your skin of pesky wrinkles. Excessive time spent in the sun, too much alcohol and a bad diet can all add to its loss, but it is possible to pump the skin with an extra hit of collagen and stop the ageing process in its tracks.

STORE YOUR PRODUCTS IN THE FRIDGE Plan ahead and place your eye products and moisturiser in the fridge. The cold products will instantly reduce puffiness and bring some colour to your cheeks.

BOOSTING COLLAGEN In addition to topical treatments, foods that boost collagen production also help in keeping your body fit. Collagen aids in boosting metabolism and energy because it contains glycine that helps pump sugar into your body tissues to keep you energised.

So ask the nice Mr Chef to include collagen boosting foods in the crew diet.

VITAMIN C Eat more foods with high levels of Vitamin C. It’s an antioxidant that slows down the rate of damage caused by free-radicals.

Great sources are red peppers, raspberries, broccoli and sprouts, tomatoes, oranges, kiwi and pomegranate.

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STOP EATING SUGARY TREATS Products with a high sugar content will speed up the ageing process, causing the plumpness of a youthful complexion to age.

ADD MORE ANTIOXIDANTS TO YOUR DIET Antioxidants will help to fight off free radicals that cause your skin to age. Supping on green tea will keep the wrinkles at bay. Other high scorers are: goji berries, pecan nuts, elderberries, kidney beans and cranberries.

AVOCADOS Its oils will protect you against free radicals, whilst the omega 3 fatty acids will help to naturally boost the skin’s collagen levels.

SLOW DOWN Relax: Somewhere quiet with no work stimuli. REFLECT: Ask your unconscious mind how you could’ve been more relaxed in the last day. Recharge: Think about three instances when you can be more relaxed.

EAT GOOD FATS Tuck into more avocados, olive oil, and grass-fed cows’ butter.

Ditch your morning bowl of sugary cereal for eggs. Fresh vegetables are also key to energy and wellness.

SMELL THE ROSES Be aware of everything around you. Grab some quiet time, switch off all technology and surround yourself with nature.

SLEEP WELL Nothing else will leave you as recharged. Complete darkness helps, no blue techie lights before sleep and forget that bedtime drink or cigarette.

GET SUPPORT Talk to loved ones about how you feel and seek the support of your GP or a therapist if you’re suffering from long term sleep deprivation.

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Pore Cleansing Oil €32 www.dhccare.com

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YACHT ESSENTIALS Chris Clifford recommends his essential products and services for the coming season

J.J. Yuill & Co. J.J. Yuill & Co. was founded to specialise in marine and international employment advice and support.They advise employers on tax and social security efficient solutions for employing their workers either on board vessels or on international postings “onshore”, by reviewing their unique workforce situation against the relevant national regimes and any international treaties that may apply. The company assist employees with their individual tax and social insurance position. They also offer accounting, outsourcing and business consultancy services such as help with internal audit, limited assurance engagements and other ad-hoc employment support.

For more details Tel: +44 (0) 333 335 0564 or visit www.jjyuill.com

Station 53 Station 53 is widely recognised as a VSAT leader in the yachting industry. A seamless network of 33 satellite beams delivers worldwide connectivity. Providing Trans Atlantic and Trans-Pacific global VSAT coverage connects their clients around the world. Flexibility is key at Station53. Their service is in their boutique style approach by addressing each client individually. Rather than offering a one size fits all as others do in the industry. Station 53’s unparalleled client/technical support supersedes the standards in the VSAT industry.

For more details Tel: +39 (0) 245 508 400, +1 843 564 4028 or visit www.station53.com 112 | SUMMER 2017 | ONBOARD

RAFNAR Iceland’s OK Hull and Keel Technology brings a new comfort and stability to RIB and Tender rides, with their w 8,5m ‘Flengur 850’, the 11m ‘Leiftur 1100 Cabin Explorer RIB’, and the 12m ‘Leiknir 1200 Explorer Craft’, all displaying the same unique comfort and performance in moderate and even rough conditions and achieving high speeds of 40 or more knots. Unlike traditional planing boats, the Rafnar craft perform in ‘displacement-type mode’. They do not attempt to power over the ‘hump’ of their displaced bow-wave to ride and slam on the unstable ‘planing’ surface on. The exceptional comfort and grip, and the reduction in slamming and resultant crew and guest fatigue, are greatly appreciated during normal and high-speed operation.

For more details Tel: +34 659 011 071 or visit www.rafnar.com

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Greycoat Lumleys Greycoat Lumleys specialises in the recruitment of Interior Crew for Yachts worldwide. They work hard to deliver an unrivalled service to their clients and candidates all over the world. Chefs, Stewards and Stewardesses at all levels are a speciality and they also cover all other on-board catering, hospitality and housekeeping roles, as well as childcare

positions. Their knowledgeable Consultants have worked in similar professional capacities, either on yachts, in ski resorts, or in households, so they understand the demands of high level private recruitment.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)20 7233 9950 or visit www.greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Gibraltar Port Authority Superyacht activity continues to grow in Gibraltar with the upward trends seen in 2015/2016. The Mid Harbour Marina which offers more than 500m of deep-water berthing for superyachts in the relatively sheltered inner harbour continues to attract some of the biggest superyachts in the world and with enhanced infrastructure including the provision of fresh water and reduced berthing fees for longer stays. Gibraltar also offers a wide range of other services including highly competitive VAT free fuel, waste oil disposal, maintenance, repairs and surveyors and with the support of excellent yachting agents, customs clearance and crew visa arrangements. Gibraltar is fast becoming an important stopover between the Atlantic and Mediterranean.

For more details Tel: +350 200 46254 or visit www.gibraltarport.com

Aqueous Guard Aqueous GuardÂŽ coatings are based on the latest molecular scale technology available, for complete durability and high strength coatings, that offer a large number of benefits such as: Protection from UV, salt water and salty air, long warranties and expert application, anti-corrosive, anti-graffiti, easy cleaning, maintains as new finish, create easy to maintain surfaces, accelerated and real life testing. Aqueous GuardÂŽ management offer a full technical services to their clients with in-house industry experts and a growing geographical licensed application support across the globe.

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Gillian Weir Gillian Weir understand luxury. With 20 years experience in the industry, their focus is on creating effortlessly elegant, bespoke surroundings for their clients, always delivered with impeccable attention to detail. Their objective is simple; to source, design and supply a wide range of the finest tableware, linens and accessories to the most luxurious yachts, homes and aircraft in the world.

Gillian Weir don’t only custom design and source exquisite pieces, they pride themselves on providing a full project management service, from consultations to quality checking and worldwide delivery. All made easier with the help of the online client area.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1943 467353 or visit www.gillianweir.co.uk

Iris Innovations

Barcelona Sports Barcelona Watersports based in One Ocean Port Vell is perfectly positioned to serve all your RYA training requirements whilst visiting Barcelona. They offer RYA and MCA training courses for Yachtmaster in motor and sail, including: Qualifying Skippering Passages ,Preparation Weeks, PW efficiency Instructor Courses and Powerboat & Tender Driving Courses. The company have an excellent range of training boats on site and can offer bespoke training packages to suit your schedule and requirements.

For more details Tel: +34 626 071 561 or visit www.barcelonawatersports.es

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Established in 2003, Iris Innovations specialise in marine camera systems and affordable thermal imaging night vision products. The company have offices in the UK and USA and support a worldwide dealer network. Renowned for the best selling NightRunner dual payload thermal camera, the IRIS390 Solo+ is the latest camera in the NightRunner range, boasting 640x480 resolution with a 25mm lens for less than half the price of leading brands. All cameras in the NightRunner range feature multiple colour palettes and ICE™ Image Enhancement to maximise clarity of the night vision image.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)2392 556509 or visit www.boat-cameras.com

YACHT ESSENTIALS

EXILATOR Exhaust Purification is a good investment both for owners and charterers. The “ExiLencerTM” has a built-in silencer to reduce the low frequency noise, a unique coating of the durable filter material, and a NO2 catalyst, which combined delivers the following benefits: 98 % reduction of particles (black smoke), 99 % reduction of CO, Noise level reduced by up to 35 dB, no need for pre-burners nor piping, a positive NOx balance, easy installation and maintenance. The cleaning of filters, is only required after 5.000 hours of operation, and filter replacement after 50.000 hours, normally more than the lifetime of yacht.

For more details Tel: +45 53 77 65 75 or visit www.exilator.com

SG Survey SG Survey are independent marine surveyors and consultants providing a first class service, worldwide. Their team possess a wealth of experience and technical expertise across a diverse range of marine surveying disciplines, serving both the private and commercial sectors. Specialising in pre purchase, insurance and damage surveys, valuations, new build surveys and pre-delivery inspections. The company’s surveys are tailored to suit clients’ exact requirements with flexibility to attend at short notice. Furthermore they offer expertise in tonnage measurement surveys, MCA commercial compliance, MLC compliance, expert witness representation and conducting inspections on behalf of various flag states.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)2380 659350 or visit www.sgsurvey.com

Yacht Tender Agent Yacht Tender Agent are Dutch experts on all there is to know on toys and tenders for superyachts and more. The company are dedicated to informing owners, shipbuilders, brokers, charter agents and captains on the latest toys and tender innovations in the market place today. Their tailor-made, independent advice offers clients an easy and efficient solution

to their tender and toy needs. With the ability to deliver the products as well as offer appropriate aftercare, all that’s left to do is sit back and dive into your new selection of high quality toys and tenders.

For more details Tel: +31 6 52 89 21 50 or visit www.yachttenderagent.com

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Marina Valencia Built to host international events such as the 32nd & 33rd America’s Cup, the F1 European Grand Prix and the prestigious Rc44 and Tp52 regattas, La Marina Valencia is a meeting point amongst boating sports enthusiasts. The marina’s facilities boast different styles: from the modernist warehouses and Varadero building, built at the beginning of the 20th century, to the minimalist Veles e Vents building and is just a short distance from the centre of Valencia and directly connected to the airport. As far

as berths are concerned the marina features two areas: the external marinas (North and South), with more than 800 berths for yachts between 8 and 150 metres, and the Superyacht T-Dock, the most exclusive area conceived to house up to 42 superyachts, where the marina provides for personalised attention and crew areas plus, the Captain’s Club.

For more details Tel: +34 963 812 009 or visit www.lamarinadevalencia.com

Applied CE

Monjin Monjin has pioneered a platform wherein talented candidates and discerning employers engage through online video interviews...Anytime, Anywhere. Selecting the ‘ right fit ‘ crew members is now easily done - optimising both time and expense. Monjin has bridged that gap through one-way interviews and the two-way interviewing platform! This supports a pre-assessed database of video interviews, curated and vetted by top yachting professionals, whose experience and expertise profiles the best candidates for varied positions. Employers simply review and make an informed choice!

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ACE provide an exclusive level of coatings expertise and work effectively with all parties to ensure the owner gets the optimum result.

The company know exactly what to pay closest attention to in order to deliver highest value to their clients. A full range of services from initial specification to acceptance are offered, plus crew training in maintenance and repair.

Qualified inspectors have decades of application experience and comprehensively understand the processes involved. ACE achieve more because application contractors respect our knowledge.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)1326 251019 or visit www.applied-ce.com

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IBZ Yacht Services Situated in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea lies the treasured islands of Ibiza and Formentera. Dive deep into the natural coves, embrace the world famous sunset and discover the secrets of the islands. Taste the delicacies whilst preparing to shine your way through the sparkling nightlife. Glamorous or Hippy, IBZ Yacht Services Official Agents will make your dreams an incomparable reality. Berths, charters, provisions, V.I.P reservations, concierge. With their wide range of exclusive high quality services, your adventure of Ibiza & Fomentera will be nothing but the finest quality.

For more details Tel: +34 655 626 068 or visit www.ibzyachtservices.com

QP-ON QP-ON focus on the enhancement and protection of any surface in the Maritime and Yachting industry. The product range includes biological cleaners, polishing compounds and coatings. Any surface material can be protected with QP-ON: exclusive woods, stone, carbon fibre, metal, tiles and even leather. It is very easy to apply to any surface. Just spray and wipe with a clean microfibre cloth. Quickly detail any area of the vessel, inside and outside. QP-ON also delivers very special epoxy removers, ecological solvents, oil up for ports and harbours. The environmentally friendly products don’t require protective clothing or masks and are fully biodegradable.

For more details Tel: +49 201 61259100 or visit www.qp-on.com

Heinen & Hopman Whether you are having difficulties with your air conditioning, ventilation or provision cooling system, or you simply have a question about some aspect of your system, Heinen & Hopman has the answer. With subsidiaries in La Ciotat, Antibes, Barcelona, Mallorca, La Spezia and Istanbul, Heinen & Hopman can be at your disposal in the Mediterranean coastline. Part of MY TECH TEAM Antibes, a cooperation between Heinen & Hopman, De Keizer Marine Engineering and Zenoro, they can offer you a complete package to refit your yacht including; HVAC service and sales ,electrical support and sales and generator set service and sales For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 42 04 86 85 or visit www.heinenhopmanfrance.com

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Superyacht Tenders and Toys SYTT provides the best value and supported tender and toy packages in the industry offering a one stopshop for all tender and toy needs.

Superyacht Tenders and Toys provides all of the popular yacht toy brands as well as fenders, tender whips, ropes, gym equipment and submersibles. The team provides invaluable advice and assistance regarding the choice, specification, options, build and integration of all items. Their product line has recently been expanded to include custom fabricated deck equipment featuring sports games decks, boarding ladders, steps and poles, jetski chocks and cradles.

All products are supported at no charge for the lifetime of the goods.

Superyacht Tenders and Toys has outfitted the worlds finest yachts and offers industry leading knowledge, training advice and support which is second to none.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)2380 016363 or visit www.superyachttendersandtoys.com

SeaSatCom

Scubajet Yacht crew should definitely take a glance at SCUBAJET, the hottest water sports toy and accessory of the year. The high performance jet engine is ready to use within seconds with different adapters for SUP boards, kayaks, canoes, dinghies guaranteeing a wide range of uses for water sports enthusiasts. Plus, SCUBAJET is the smallest dive scooter on the market and gives an extra kick while diving, snorkelling or even swimming. The lightweight and highly efficient water jet propulsion system produces 20 kg (44 lbs) of thrust and up to 12 km/h (7,5 mph) of speed.

For more details email: info@scubajet.com or visit www.scubajet.com

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SeaSatCom is a Premium Telecom and TV service provider and offers a wide range of services optimised to your requirements. They offer a world class VSAT service with an extended coverage and high flexibility (from 3-month, weekly upgrades, downgrades and suspension), with their partner Marlink, world N°1 VSAT operator. Their Premium VSAT service enables fast and high performing broadband communications with bandwidth up to 20 Mbps. email, internet, voice, news, communication and soon IPTV are easily accessible with their always on internet access to keep you connected while cruising with an unmatched VSAT coverage: from Mediterranean to Caribbean.

SeaSatCom also provide Mobile Phone, Mobile Internet, TV such as Sky UK, Inmarsat, Iridium.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)4 89 73 01 32 or visit www.seasatcom.com

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Barcelona Clúster Nàutic Barcelona Clúster Nàutic was established in October of 2013 with the goal of transforming water sports activity into an economic driving force for the city, its metropolitan area and for the country, taking full advantage of the existence of a sector which brings together industry, companies, entities and research centres, a mix that has enormous potential to generate wealth and added value. Barcelona’s sea front and coastline have optimum conditions for becoming a nautical landmark. Catalonia has some 1,175 companies dedicated to yachting.

For more detailsl: info@barcelonaclusternautic.com or visit www.barcelonaclusternautic.cat

Majestys Yacht Technical Support Majestys is a company dedicated to yacht technical support capable of covering the complete maintenance of yachts and superyachts. The company is an offshoot of a French group that has specialised for the past ten years in the maintenance of military and civilian ships worldwide.Thanks to its experienced field teams, Majestys is able to offer a wide range of services. From rapid response support to follow-up surveys from new construction projects including ongoing asset management. Underpinning Majestys’ success is a highly skilled and flexible team.The company are able to offer support worldwide thanks to local teams dispatched to specific yacht locations.

For more details Tel: + 33 (0)6 83 85 42 94 or visit www.majestys.fr

Fassmer Fassmer’s yacht solutions are individually designed for you: tenders and boats that match your yacht – and your every desire. They are sleek, luxurious, elegant, customised, and many allow the use as a combined guest-and-owner tender and fully certified SOLAS lifeboat. The current Safety Deluxe tender ranges from 6.33m - 11.5m in length. All Fassmer’s yacht

solutions are sophisticated, functional, conceived by German engineers, and hand-crafted in Germany. Fassmer: When top notch interior and exterior design meet the highest operational demands, and a most pleasurable cruising experience.

For more details Tel: +49 4406 9420 or visit www.fassmer.de

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Anti-ageing treatment for yachts

Certifications

TEST REPORT TP.27987

Coating System Alexseal Premium Topcoat 501, protected with various iShine products

Summary of Results In the test all samples remained stable for the first 1500 hours of artificial weathering.

After that the gloss started to drop and the colour started to change. There are only slight differences between protected and unprotected topcoat surfaces. Some products improve the colour stability slightly. iShine 4 (Polymer Sealant) + iShine 5 (Nano Topcoat) show slightly improved gloss stability, especially on dark blue Topcoat.

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Tel: +34 971 963 674 www.ishinecoatings.com

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POD International POD International are the main European importer for all Aquaglide inflatable waterpark products. In their product portfolio they carry almost every inflatable waterpark or yacht watertoy you can possibly imagine. They can also build customised Aquaglide yacht slides in every conceivable dimension whether you have a sail yacht or a motor yacht. Plus, all their products conform to the strictest quality controls and safety guidelines to ensure client

safety. In their extended product range they carry wakeboards, bindings, waterskis and tubes from O´Brien, neoprene apparel in all forms and sizes from Jetpilot plus all the necessary accessories.

Customer service is a priority together with a comprehensive after sales service.

For more details Tel: Phone: +49 08035/963929 or visit www.pod.international

iShine iShine is one of the leading companies in the field of protective coatings, for paints, gel coats, metals, and glass. They offer Polymer, Nanotechnology, and ceramic coatings sealants. iShine is not a laboratory but a professional applicator, which has set up its own product line for the crew on board and professionals around the globe. The product is super reliable, easy to apply and tested during more than 10 years on hundreds of boats under real conditions. Once using the iShine product line, maintenance will become a breeze.

For more details Tel: +34 629909317 or visit www.ishinecoatings.com

IEC telecom

MARITIME SATELLITE SOLUTIONS

IEC Telecom With 20 years’ experience and a worldwide presence, IEC Telecom supplies high quality and efficient satellite communication systems to the maritime industry everywhere in the world. As one of the leading global providers of satellite communication solutions, they offer a comprehensive suite of products and value-added services in complete end-to-end projects, to all maritime industries: yachting, commercial shipping, cruising, fishing, and ocean racing. VSAT & Mobile satellite services - Inmarsat FX, FleetBroadBand, Iridium Pilot, Thor 7, Thuraya Orion Edge.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)1 40 17 08 03 or visit www.iec-telecom.com

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The William’s Club The William’s Club connects the hotel industry to the yacht industry. They outsource interior crew and provide consultancy & training.

Their aim is to improve the quality of service and run your yacht more efficiently in order to increase guest satisfaction. William’s crew have a B.B.A in Hotel Management from top-ranked hotel schools and 5 star hospitality work experience.

For more details Tel: +31 6 20 86 76 75 or visit www.thewilliamsclub.com

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Channel 28 Working with a major management company Channel 28 release the first generation of service call buttons for yacht use. Morse is a low power wifi device which can simply be integrated with AV/IT systems and Channel 28 cState radio systems. The waterproof buttons are available in a range of bespoke finishes with a configurable led ring and haptic drive for feedback and acknowledgement to the user. They are complemented by a matching iPhone app for client use. Channel 28 supply and integrate complete bespoke and secure crew radio and call solutions.

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Kronos Yacht Agency Offering solutions for all yachting requirements during your stay in Greece, regardless of your port of entry or itinerary. Kronos are legally authorized to clear yachts in and out of Greek water. They have corresponding agents throughout the Greek Islands who will happily assist you for the duration of your visit. Should you prefer it, all billing can be taken care of through their central office, thereby offering the advantage of a trouble free trip with settlement of accounts taking place only once.

For more details Tel: +30 22410 78407 or visit www.kronosagency.com

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Sealegs Sealegs take the hassle out of boating. Whether it’s launching your boat from your waterfront property, or exploring the world on your tender craft, Sealegs let’s you spend more of your time on the water, and less time getting there. To find out more or to

schedule a demonstration at your home or mooring contact the team at Sealegs and become amphibious.

For more details Tel: +64 (9) 414 5542 or visit www.sealegs.com

Pinpoint Works

Veritas Petroleum Services Veritas Petroleum Services (VPS) delivers testing, inspection and advisory solutions that help achieve measurable improvements to fuel management, operational efficiency, damage prevention and asset protection, whilst also achieving compliance with marine fuel regulatory requirements. They add value to their customers’ businesses through fuel quality and quantity measurement services, set against international statutory requirements, providing timely, relevant, specific advice to the highest standards. VPS operate four specialised, wholly-owned ISO 17025 accredited laboratories strategically located in Rotterdam, Singapore, Houston and Fujairah, plus a global network of customer service offices, supported 24/7 by technical experts.

For more details Tel: + 31 10 292 2600 or visit www.v-p-s.com

Pinpoint Works is an integrated communication platform which turns your general arrangement into a live, interactive worklist for crew and contractors. Log items on the go in real-time, adding descriptions, photos, videos, documents, and an exact location on the vessel’s GA. Share only the relevant information with other users by setting their permission levels and inviting them to your site. Track your worklists in real-time, reducing confusion and increasing transparency and accountability. If you are tired of information getting lost in emails, then make the simple switch to Pinpoint Works. Communicate with crew, management, shipyards and contractors to get the job done efficiently and effectively.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)7980 164 643 or visit www.pinpointworks.com

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Sevenstar Yacht Transport Sevenstar Yacht Transport is the world’s leading provider of yacht shipping services offering frequent sailings to an array of worldwide destinations and managing a fleet of over 100 independent carriers. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and runs a global network with offices in the United States, the UK, Australia and Turkey, and agents in Monaco, Germany, Russia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Mexico, Gibraltar and BVI. Sevenstar dedicated partner DYT Yacht Transport is

headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and specialises in the maritime transport of private luxury yachts and utilises semi-submersible dock bays that allow yachts of any size to be safely and easily floated on and off as cargo, thus creating a perfect fit with Sevenstar’s lifton, lift-off yacht transport specialty. Sevenstar recently added the division Sevenstar Racing Yacht Logistics to specifically cater to yacht racing community.

For more details Tel: +31 20 448 8590 or visit www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com

Work & Rest

LT Yachting Total commitment, honesty and a highly experienced multilingual team are the key of LT Yachting’s success, a result of the proficiency gained over several years by its founder Lara Toti. Their food & drink department is happy to assist chefs during their stay in Sardinia offering a top quality selection of the freshest food available along with an excellent selection of Sardinian delicatessen and wines. Discover their charming Sardinian surroundings with itineraries selected by their professional tour guides. Their technical department together with their network of distributors and technicians will guarantee a speedy assistance during your stay in Sardinia.

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WorkRest app is the new essential and effortless way for crew to log and monitor their work and rest hours using any device, as defined by the Maritime Labour Convention. At the end of the month, the user and the admin of the vessel are emailed a ready-to-print PDF Time-Sheet - IMO/ILO compliant. Useful features include daily reminders, in-app signature & multiple day entry. It’s fully functional both on-and-off line and all entries are automatically synced to the online vessels monitoring dashboard, where captains are able to review and approve their crews’ entries.

For more details Tel : +44 (0) 7720 466012 or visit www.workrestapp.com

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Marinero Agency Albania Situated in Vlora Port on the beautiful Aegean Coast of Albania, Marinero are an all service agency with the experience and expertise to help visiting yachts and crew with a multitude of services.

From berthings, provisioning, customs clearance, bunkering, to organising shore activities and excursions to the many cultural and historical sites on the mainland, Marinero Agency is the

one contact you need to know. With over 15 years experience in serving both commercial and leisure vessels, the Marinero team have vast amounts of experience and many solid and professional contacts within the area.

For more details Tel: +355 6 8804 492 9 or visit www.marineroagency.com

Carpet Print Carpet Print is an International specialist in bespoke printed carpets for a wide range of business and personal purposes.

Carpet Print’s yacht welcome and entrance mats, coloured to match your hull, deck or topsides complete with your logo or vessels name, both enhance your gangway approach and provide deck protection in areas of high footfall. Contrasting interior carpeting and printed event matting can extend the ambience protection for on board or adjacent events.

Specialist markets for Carpet Print include high profile sports events and our products can be seen at motorsport, field sports, exhibition, product launches and media events.

For more details Tel: +44 (0)121 288 2030 or visit www.carpet-print.com

ACO Marine ACO Marine is the leading supplier of complete MEPC and ‘IMO Special Area’ compliant vacuum and gravity-based wastewater treatment systems to the global super & mega yacht industries.

Its bespoke wastewater management solutions are manufactured in the European Union using only high grade materials to treat your entire hotel wastewater stream. ACO Marine designs and manufactures complete wastewater management packages, from vacuum toilets, vacuum generation, holding tanks, grease separators and membrane bioreactors through to pipework, scuppers, channels and waste stream transfer systems. It is the leading supplier to the world’s foremost mega yacht builders.

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Say Carbon Yachts A SAY Yacht always offers more. She excites and captivates boating enthusiasts and casual onlookers alike. Her apparent, clean and functional lines mirror her performance potential. Unique in her design, clad in an equally exciting colour, a departure from the traditional white and marine blue. With the implementation of modern manufacturing technologies and materials powered by decades of production know how brings forth a new generation

WR Chauffeurs Jean Michel and his wife Béatrice founded the business in 2005 and having been providing an exceptional service ever since. With a wide range of luxury vehicles including mini vans to cater for all occasions, the team of drivers operate 24/7 across the Cote d’Azur and beyond. Since its inception, the company has specialised in supporting the ground transportation needs of superyacht owners and charter guests and understand the very high levels of service required. The drivers are bilingual and have a wonderful knowledge of the local areas and are able to offer sightseeing tours if required.

For more details Tel: +33 (0)6 09 52 17 83 or visit www.wrchauffeurs.com

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of Speed Art Yachts. Innovative carbon manufacturing allows for 30% weight reduction, resulting in impressive performance with a fraction of the power and fuel required over conventional vessels. Each SAY Yacht is a handmade master piece of precision manufactured entirely in Germany. Simply….SAY Yes to more!

For more details Tel: +49 7520 96 99 00 or visit www.say-yacht.com

Extender Extender: space on board and comfort at sea. Extender are the first folding tenders with rigid keel made of rubber and fibreglass designed to occupy reduced space when stowed on board and to offer more space once unloaded to water. They fold up easily in less than 2 minutes thanks to the patented closing system and are totally customisable in terms of colours, finishing, accessories and even in lengths. Extender lines includes outboard engine models like EXT 610 (3.90 m once folded), EXT 520 (3.30 folded) and EXT 430/460/490 (2,72 m – 3,02 m – 3,32 m folded) and an hydro-jet engine model, the EXT 640 Idro (4.30 m folded). When extended the range runs from 4,23 m - 6,40 m in length.

For more details Tel: +39 0375968490 or visit www.tender-extender.com

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BE AMPHIBIOUS The Sealegs patented hydraulic system offers seamless transition ashore giving yacht owners unrivalled access to remote and secluded beaches

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ealegs Amphibious Craft are designed to take the effort out of boating, and allow skippers to explore locations a normal tender could never go. Three hydraulically controlled wheels lower into the surf and drive the craft straight from the water to land, and vice versa during launch. The wheels raise all the way up above the waterline, ensuring no detriment to their stellar on-water performance. An on board petrol engine shares the fuel source with the outboard, and steering for the wheels is integrated with outboard steering, providing a seamless, simple operation of the Sealegs amphibious system.

Sealegs have been prized by superyacht owners as the tender that takes them further, faster. Time is a resource that you can never get back, and Sealegs craft are the best way to use more of yours for fun, and less for frustration.

Ranging from 6.1m length craft (from wheel tip to wheel tip when wheels are raised for on-water use) all the way up to 9.0m and varying in style from RIB to all-alloy hulls, open-top to cabin, centre console to wide, there is a Sealegs for every purpose and style and because the craft are built in house, custom options are easy to conceive, design and fit.

Sealegs Amphibious Craft hail from their factory and office in Auckland, New Zealand, and they’ve been in business there for over 12 years, producing more than 1200 craft and sending them all over the world. Over the years they have worked with designers including Philippe Starck to create unique and beautiful customised creations for their global client list. Sealegs has also collaborated with other world class boat builders such as Stabicraft in New Zealand and Asis Boats in Dubai to create amphibious versions of the builders’ boats, a trend which is

catching on with builders both in New Zealand and internationally.

Sealegs are built from premium marine grade aluminium and all components are machined and cut on premises, ensuring strict quality control. Partners are chosen for the quality of their products – Sealegs use Pennel and Flipo for their hypalon tubes, Awlgrip for paint and Fusion Entertainment for their marine stereo systems. Dissimilar metals are isolated to prevent corrosion, and extensive marine coating processes applied to various parts of the craft include: marine grade anodising, nickel plating, hot zinc coating and marine coating on the hydraulic wheel motors.

All of this means that not only does a Sealegs craft represent a completely unique experience in your tender, it is also built to the highest possible standards to ensure that experience happens without a hitch.

Demonstrations of Sealegs are available all over the world, either from Sealegs offices in New Zealand, Australia, US and Europe or from their extensive global dealer network, and are the only way to truly appreciate how fantastic these craft are. The transition from land to sea is something that can’t be explained, it must be experienced.

You can view the range of Sealegs craft, watch videos of them in use and find your nearest distributor on their website. Their friendly staff are always ready to answer any questions you may have. Get in touch and they’ll be more than happy to show you how you can also Be Amphibious!

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VIVA VALENCIA

With breathtaking museums and a flourishing restaurant scene, Spain’s third largest city is bursting with Mediterranean exuberance

STAY VINCCI LYS Situated in the centre of Valencia within easy reach of the main attractions and sights, you’ll find an oasis of elegant and tranquil luxury. Efficiently run with a personal touch the facilities are excellent, food is varied, the breakfast buffet is wonderful, but for a hotel of this standard and after a hard day on your feet, it’s just missing a spa for a quick rub down and relaxation session.

Tel: +34 902 454 585 €€€€€ www.vinccihoteles.com HOSPES PALAU DE LA MAR Transformed from two former palaces, this central boutique styled hotel offers the international traveller a very high level of service and accommodation at a very reasonable price. The various suites are beautifully designed with incredible bathrooms. The restaurants and bar and peaceful and if you want to bring ‘man’s best friend’, the hotel is pet friendly.

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THE WESTIN VALENCIA A haven of elegance in a perfect location with spacious rooms, attentive service, superb restaurants and beautiful spa facilities including a 17m pool. The hotel occupies a 19th century art nouveau building in the centre of town.

Tel: + 34 963 625 900 €€€€€ www.westinvalencia.com CARO HOTEL Situated just 200m from the Cathedral and once again occupying a 19th century palace, this chic hotel is superbly decorated and offers a little oasis at the end of a hard day. The 26 rooms are well appointed, the myriad of friendly staff are on hand to offer you anything your hearts desire and if you need a decent wake up you can hit the lap pool before the stunning breakfast.

Tel: +34 963 059 000 €€€€€€ www.carohotel.com

EAT VUELVE CAROLINA A great, little, vibrant tapas bar recommended by lots of locals. Fixed priced menus are good value with a great mix of Catalan flavours. The bar is super cool, don’t forget to sample their wonderful GnT’s.

Tel: +34 963 218 686 EL POBLET The culinary team have an enviable CV with Head Chef Luís Valls Rozalén previously heading up the 3 Star Michelin Restaurant Quique Dacosta. With one Michelin Star themselves, the team offer a varied and spectacular range of tasting menus bringing together invigorating flavours in a divine setting.

Tel: +34 961 111 106 SEU XEREA With a 20 year history, this eatery has developed a unique style of cooking with local ingredients and creating and wider Mediterranean and international range of dishes. The tasting menus and lunch menus are attractively priced. Weather permitting, seating is available outdoors.

Tel: +34 963 924 000 BEDEGA CASA MONTANA Opening its doors in 1836, this legendary tapas bar certainly has some atmosphere.

Attracting both the locals and tourists in equal numbers, the attention to detail is perfect and coupled with a wonderful

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range of wines and some exquisite tapas, this is a definite eatery to add to your ‘must do’ list.

Tel: +34 96 367 23 14 LA CONSERVERA A former fishmonger’s with a heavy lean towards Portuguese fish and ingredients.

The long marbled bar is a hangover from the original shop’s use with stacks of colourful tinned fish and seafood. Grab yourself a tasty selection, wash it down with some heavenly chilled craft beer and all for under €20.

Tel: +34 963 22 44 42

DRINK CAFÉ DE LAS HORAS If you’re looking for a nifty place for an aperitif, saunter down to this boudouresque drinking hole. The glamorous scarlet drapes, chandeliers and ornate candelabra give this café a unique feel.

BIRRA AND BLUES CRAFT BEER A million miles away from the Estrella beer taps you’ll find a growing micro brewery business in Valencia. Opening its doors in 2011, they now brew more than a dozen beers with occasional season bottled beers.

JIMMY GLASS JAZZ BAR An unassuming door opens in to a wonderful little jazz bar where local musicians and touring instrumentalists squeeze on to a tiny stage and jam late in to the night.

If you’re looking for an unpretentious bar with some real jazz, look no further.

UBIK CAFE An arty come library drinking hole serving a wonderful selection of crafted beers with an array of taps to munch on. There are live bands on a Sunday and if you need it, there’s a decent area for the kids!

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

CULTURE MERCADO CENTRAL In 1839, this spot was chosen for an open air market, and after a few manifestations, the version we see now was completed in 1928. A blend of Art Nouveau, Gothic and the eclectic Gothic-baroque. The 300 odd merchants make this an amazing morning shopping excursion.

VALENCIA CATHEDRAL Constructed in 1238, its predominant style is that of Valencian Gothic, although its construction lasted for centuries.It contains many 15th century paintings.

The interior is truly spectacular, you will not be disappointed.

MUSEO DE BELLAS ARTES If you need one museum on your to do list, then this is the one. It houses over 2,000 pieces of work,most dating form the 14th – 17th centuries. The museum is housed in the St. Pius V Palace.

CITY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES As one of the ‘12 Treasures of Spain’, this is an entertainment based cultural and architectural complex in the city of Valencia. It is the most important modern tourist destination in the city.

MARINA VALENCIA 39°27.6’N/00°18.8’W VHF 67 No of berths 800 Max length 150m Max draft 7.5m T + 34 963 812 009 W www.lamarinadevalencia.com

BUCKET LIST BEACHES Try the most popular beach, La Malvarrosa, which starts around the port area and is split into sections such as the Playa las Arenas and the Playa Cabanyal, eventually stretching up to the Playa de Patacona.

THE CITY’S SQUARES One of the most beautiful squares in Valencia is the Plaza de la Reina, or ‘Queen’s Square’, located in the old town. Plenty of places to eat but priced up a little for the tourists.

RETAIL THERAPY Away from the international chains are some wonderful independent retailers with an international flair.

ESCAPE TO LA ALBUFERA The birth place of paella, this giant freshwater lagoon is surrounded by rice fields and pine forests. The Parque Natural de la Albufera attracts twitchers, with over 300 species of birds, while the lagoon itself is a popular spot for fishing.

LAS FALLAS A very fiery festival during the middle of March. Quite an insane festival come enormous party. Eat, drink, party and watch stuff burn!

JARDINES DEL TURIA One of the largest urban parks in Spain, the area runs 9km through the city. A fabulous mix of playing fields, cycling, jogging, walking paths and playgrounds. A true getaway form the city.

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DJI INSPIRE 2 An all-new image processing system records at up to 5.2K in CinemaDNG RAW, Apple ProRes and more. It goes from 0 to 80kph in just 5 seconds and hits a maximum speed of 94kph. www.dji.com €7,098

DJI MAVIC PRO A small yet powerful drone, one of DJI’s most sophisticated. 24 high performance computing cores, an all-new transmission system with a 7km range. Five vision sensors and stabilised 4k camera delivers the perfect action footage. www.dji.com €993

DJI M200 WITH Z30 High-performance motors paired with 17-inch propellers ensure stable flight in strong winds. An enclosed design ensures weather and water resistance, so you can fly in a wide range of environments. www.dji.com €3,559

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SIX OF THE BEST

YUNEEC H520 The perfect solution for long flight times and a proven and robust technology in an all-in-one package. It is a machine of uncompromising quality perfect for everyday use. www.yuneec.com €2,100

YUNEEC TYPHOON 4K Compact designed all-in-one 4K system with an included Android touchscreen controller means faster setup and no need to add your own mobile device to capture impressive 4K videos. www.yuneec.com €769

DJI PHANTOM 4 PRO An uprated camera is equipped with a 1-inch 20-megapixel sensor capable of shooting 4K/60fps video. The adoption of titanium alloy and magnesium alloy construction increases the rigidity. www.dji.com €1,126

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SEADOO SPARK 2UP IBR TRIXX Weight 160kg Engine 899cc www.sea-doo.com

RIDING THE WAVES

For pure, blood pumping fun, grab yourself a jetski and hit the water.

We’ve tracked down nine of our nautical steeds

YAMAHA VX DELUXE Weight 300kg Engine 1,049cc www.yamahawaverunners.com

SEADOO GTX S 155 Weight 227kg Engine 1,494cc www.sea-doo.com

KAWASAKI SX-R Weight 250kg Engine 1,498cc www.yamahawaverunners.com

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YAMAHA SVHO WAVERUNNER Weight 380kg Engine 1,812cc www.yamahawaverunners.com

HURLEY PHANTOM 2MM €291 www.surfdome.com Sirensong Blossom Hawaiian-Cut 2.5MM €185

SEADOO GTS www.sirensongwetsuits.com 3. Billabong Salty Dayz Weight 272kg Engine 899cc www.sea-doo.com

YAMAHA FXCRUISER SVHO Weight 379kg Engine 1,812cc www.yamahawaverunners.com

GIBBS QUADSKI XL Weight 652kg Engine 11,700cc www.gibbs.com

KAWASAKI STX-15F Weight 382kg Engine 1,498cc www.kawasaki.com

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TRADITIONAL, DURABLE, LOW MAINTENANCE AND VISUALLY PLEASING ARE ALL WORDS USED BY CREW WHEN DESCRIBING TEAK DECKS ON YACHTS. BUT WHY ARE THESE WORDS USED? DO THEY STAND UP TO SCRUTINY AND ARE THE NEW ALTERNATIVES ANY BETTER OR ANY WORSE THAN THE NATURAL PRODUCT THEY SEEK TO EMULATE? HERE ARE THE TOP TEN TEAK FACTS FROM FRANCES AND MICHAEL HOWORTH

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REAL OR SUBSTITUTE There are many good reasons why teak is the popular choice in decking material on board superyachts. It is extremely durable, aesthetically appealing, reasonably low maintenance to say nothing about being hugely traditional.

It is easy to clean providing you do not want that orange look of new decks because all it needs is the dousing of fresh clean seawater to do the job. Fact is; the new guys on the block are now challenging all of these qualities. They are the ones who are manufacturing synthetic teak and the strides forward in technology are making their products look attractive.

Bob Steber has supplied premium quality Burma Teak to the yachting industry for more than 40 years. Fronting up Ginnacle Teak, he believes you cannot compare genuine Burma Teak decking with any of the synthetic products saying, “It’s like comparing a Rolls Royce with a scooter, in terms of beauty, durability, and fitting in with the fellow yachters.”

Richard Eikhoudt created Gemini Teak and has years of experience as a traditional carpenter. He has worked with some of the

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bigger, best known super yacht builders in the Netherlands, describes himself as Not too enthusiastic about synthetic teak decks. He says, “Until now most alternative decks have been created using chemicals: polyurethanes or PVC`s. While I must admit it answers more and more to the demands of `decking`, it will never have the appearance of real fine high quality teak. This may be personal I am after all a carpenter! On the other hand; together with one of the major players in chemicals worldwide we plan to come to the market with a new product but at the moment our plans for that must remain secret. Alaska yellow cedar is mentioned as a real wood teak alternative every now and then. Its nice but not strong enough and only available in smaller quantities. Right now we are testing thermally modified woods to see if they can match up to teak but we are in the early stages of testing and it is too soon to say if we will be successful or not. We`ll have to wait a bit longer.”

Reinier Waardenburg of Easy Tek in Holland has a very different take on the matter. “There is,” he says, “No real argument to suggest that real Teak is in any way superior in quality or lifespan.

The modern synthetic decks are every bit as good and have

similar anti-skid qualities to teak and look every bit as good. Add in the cost savings in installation and on going maintenance and teak looses out to the modern synthetic deck.”

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CLEAN AND MAINTAIN In days of old when every vessel that went to sea was made of wood teak was chosen as the most suitable of decking materials because it contained natural oils that were algae and mould resistant.

The natural silver grey colour it became in use, was maintained by the regular dousing the deck got from the sea she sailed in. Save for the need to re-caulk the planks or the desire to smooth them out by sanding the sailors of olden times spent little time maintaining or cleaning a deck. It is the yacht owner’s love of the new deck look, fuelled by the ignorance of sales and charter brokers, who have foisted superyacht crews with the onerous task of keeping a deck its new orange colour.

Manufacturers of synthetic teak have seized upon that fashion and can now truthfully boast that their products are by nature always going to look new and therefore require less cleaning.

With over 16 years working in the industry Matthias Reviriego is the General Manager of Karinthia Quality Works, a company specialising in teak decks on board superyachts. He believes that crews who work on yachts prefer teak. He says, “Synthetic teak gets dirty very easily and has very good resistance to heavy loads and blows.”

Badly maintained caulking can cause problems, many of which are created by the cleaners used to keep teak looking new.

Traditionalist Richard Eikhoudt says cleaners containing oxalic acid are far too widely used. I advise crew on yachts to stop using them, it kills and destroys the wood and the caulking material.

GEMINI TEAK DECKS Where craftsmanship meets innovation. Gemini Teak Decks has 35 years of experience in performing high-end carpentry to the exterior of luxury yachts. For the past decade Gemini has specialised in the manufacturing of prefabricated teak decks.

Anything that needs to be made from hardwood on the exterior of a yacht, can be produced by Gemini. Their varied experience lean production method is not only very time efficient, but very suitable for tailor made solutions as well.

For more details Tel: +31(0)228 545777 or visit www.gemini-teak.nl

Luca Zaccagno works in the Technical Department of Helidecks a subsidiary of the Italian based Teknoconsulting Group believes real teak is hard to clean properly. He maintains, “Crews prefer cleaning the synthetic teak. He tells us, “Our product, HELI-TEAK, is highly repellent to the absorption of liquid oils, chemicals and kerosene.” He believes, “Real teak needs maintenance every 3 or 4 years depending on its use on the yacht, while synthetic teak and especially our product, requires absolutely no maintenance whatsoever save from a fresh water wash down after each voyage to sea.”

Sacha Roebe works for the German based RoSch Yachts whose substitute for teak is plastic based. He believes, “Plastic teak is easier to clean, since you can also work with a high pressure cleaner without damaging it.” He points out that plastic teak does not need any maintenance or re-application of teak oils and he adds, “When large areas of soiling or scratches appear plastic teak can be sanded down in very much the same way that real teak can.”

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MODESTY INTERIORS Modesty was formed in 1999 by Phil Spear and Jon Winstanley and, due to a dedication to quality and customer service, quickly grew into one of the largest and most well respected carpentry companies in Mallorca. They developed two separate teams, one specialising in teak deck works and the other in interior refits, exterior furniture, capping rails and grating. They have protected a revolutionary system for producing pre-fabricated decks. Using non-invasive laser measuring equipment and CNC machinery, Modesty is able to measure, design and fabricate a new deck accurate to within 0.5mm over 45mts. All aspects of the design, construction, varnishing and upholstery are carried out under one roof.

For more details Tel: +34 971 910 211 or +34 670 349 590 or visit www.modesty.es / www.modestyinteriors.es

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HOT FOOTING Which is hotter underfoot teak or substitute?

Robert Eldridge of Palma based Ocean Refit explains, “Synthetic decks don’t work well here in the Mediterranean as they get too hot in the sun. Some manufacturers have pale colours to help overcome this, but we’ve found they still get unacceptably hot.” Matthias Reviriego, General Manager at Karinthia feels similarly, commenting, “Genuine teak maintains an acceptable temperature on the surface. I have found some synthetic teak to be much hotter, that in some cases, depending on the colour, it is impossible to walk on without shoes.”

Tomas Gustafsson of Flexiteek 2G disagrees. He says, “When comparing the same colours like for like there is very little difference.” He believes that because Flexiteek 2G is less dense than quality teak it cools underfoot slightly faster.

Luca Zaccagno of Helidecks confirms, “Older style synthetic teak decking made from a mixture of PVC and other materials, was certainly warmer than real wood often by as much as 3 or 4 degrees Celsius.” “But,” he says, “Over the years significant improvements have been made to reduce the problem so much so that the heat transmitting from the Heli-teak is almost similar in heat transmission as is true teak.”

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Sacha Roebe says, “There are many different measurements to be taken into account when making this argument.” He says, “Crucial to the temperature of the surface is the colour and surface roughness of the product. A smooth, heavily oiled teak deck is partly hotter than a plastic teak deck. On the other hand, a dark brown plastic teak deck is much warmer than a teak deck. That is why there are plastic teak covers in all colours with white, grey or black joints, so that we can offer the right shade for every application.”

Reinier Waardenburg points out that when decks get hot they can be cooled down using water. When you do this synthetic teak cools faster than does real teak.

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ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES Because synthetic decking is manufactured, it comes with a level of creative freedom. It can appear to flow seamlessly around obstacles, and because caulking lines are effectively ‘drawn on’ the look can be more uniform. That same sense of uniformity can immediately tip off the viewer the differences between teak and fake. Synthetic teaks have in the past been the subject of manufacturing errors which have caused decks to bubble, swell and disfigure. However with modern materials and advances in technology this is certainly no longer the case.

Tomas Gustafsson is the CEO of the company that manufactures and distributes Flexiteek 2G, a synthetic teak/wood product produced using sanded PVC. He tells us, “Last year it was used on eight superyacht new builds and is in use aboard over 130 yachts worldwide.” He says his decks offer less maintenance than a teak deck and don’t need to be oiled. He says Flexiteek does not fade or crack and has better non slip qualities that allows for easier maintenance. He adds, “They can be pressure washed, are lighter in weight and can be easily bent and curved in ways that teak can’t.”

Reinier Waardenburg believes synthetic decks offer real advantages.

He says, “Here at Easy-Tek our slogan is: Double the lifespan, half the price.” He explains, “The installation takes just a few days and has virtually no impact on the planning of the ship. No

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painting, sanding or cleaning afterwards: it’s ready for use, instantly. Maintenance is very low: just flush the deck or use a power wash.”

Waardenburg believes teak to be more expensive and takes real craftsmen to install it. He points out that, “There will be less trees suitable for decking every year, therefore it will become scarce and therefore more expensive.”

LEGALLY SOURCED There has been talk in recent months of yachts using illegally sourced teak in the manufacture of decks. Bob Steber from Ginnacle Teak is well aware that some yacht manufacturers are using illegal teak. He told us, “Some knowingly and intentionally and some without due diligence use Burma teak that has been smuggled into other countries generally costing less than 100% legal Burma teak. I live in Burma/ Myanmar and our company is a member of both the Myanmar Timber Exporters Association and the American International Wood Products Association. We stay focused on the latest information and regulations. It may cost a little more than smuggled teak but you will never need to worry about seizure of your ship and heavy fines for using illegal teak.”

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Matthias Reviriego confirms, “There is a plentiful supply of real teak without legal documentation in the market place. This is because the sale of teak is a very profitable business and will continue until the last tree.”

Richard Eikhoudt reports, “I have read the article in Der Spiegel.

I know it is being investigated right now, but there is no verdict yet. The wood we buy is all sold by MTE (Myanmar government) to local sawmills from where our main supplier buys it. He takes care of all the paperwork and I trust him to do it right.”

FLEXITEEK Flexiteek is the original patented synthetic teak decking company established in 2000 with consistent growth and double digit increases over the past two years. With 500,000m² of decking produced since inception, present demand is nearing 50,000 m² annually. The Flexiteek 2G (pat. Pending) material has contributed to the increase in weight savings and more importantly, the cooling benefits over outdated 1st generation products. Flexiteek 2G looks and feels just like the first generation of world leading decking, however, with the 35% reduction in weight and that it cools 30% faster, this has addressed the concerns of boat builders and consumers over the years that have been associated with synthetic decking with being too hot and heavy.

For more details Tel: +46 223 100 00 or visit www.flexiteek.com

EASY-TEK Dutch brand Easy-Tek has developed the first DIN 51097 / DIN 51130 certified ship deck! In the world of superyachts it is of the highest importance to work according to DIN/NEN standards and to apply materials that can comply with these heavy standards. Simply stating that a product has anti-slip qualities, is fire retardant, doesn’t get hot, doesn’t discolour and can last up to 25 years, is not enough. Every claim needs to be thoroughly tested and documented to make sure the consumer is ensured of a first class product. These products were pushed through rigorous testing procedures to be awarded The German standard DIN 51130 which was no piece of cake either.

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IS TEAK TRULY FINITE? Legally sourced or not, teak, because of its unique and attractive properties, is in short supply. High demand for natural forest grown teak principally from Burma is putting a strain on the industry. The expectation of teak in long lengths with perfectly straight grain is hard to satisfy. Reinier Waardenburg explains, “The Tectonis Grandis is a slow growing tree that needs to grow on poor grounds, starved of water and nutrition. This makes a great quality tree to use in boatbuilding, but takes a very long time to grow.”

Teak of this quality can generally only be obtained by felling old, naturally grown rainforest trees that are hundreds of years old, and these are becoming scarce as natural stands of forest are depleted. Teak is not as renewable in the short term as the user might wish. Each tree needs decades of growth. With demand much greater than supply and owners with mountains of money and an absence of patience it is difficult to predict the outcome on the sustainability front.

Tomas Gustafsson believes, “It depends on the volume used as to whether or not the source of real teak is truly finite.” He says, “If it continues at this rate I think it will be hard. The source of real teak is limited.”

Richard Eikhoudt confirms this saying, “Up to now we always have been able to provide what our clients ask for. “But,” he admits, “Nowadays it is getting harder to obtain the required teak, especially the longer lengths. It is up to us to find an answer for this. We are testing by finger jointing short wood right now.

I know it will not get better or easier. Also the yards and the designers will have to accept this new reality.”

Sacha Roebe says, “For very old teak the market is being starved.

But of course there is also plantation teak, which is being especially bred. He adds, “This, however, grows very quickly and is thereby significantly lighter and qualitatively worse than the old teak. The fact is that if you really want to buy old teak you pay extremely highly for the tree trunks and supply is becoming very difficult.”

HELIDECKS Heli-Teak® produces turnkey helidecks on board mega yachts, dealing with the design, project development, all hot works and final testing. HELI-TEAK® is a unique patent product by their technical department. It is a very flexible and robust solution for helidecks and ship bridges in general. The benefits of HELI-TEAK®include: product certification, fire classification R.I.N.A., maximum friction coefficent (friction test), resistance certificate to aging for over 30 years; customised teak finish; a cooler material not heated in extreme conditions of solar radiation.

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FASHION What drives the desire for teak decks? Is it tradition?

Is it the owner cocking a snoot at the rest of the world who cannot afford the luxury of century old hard wood? Or is it just down to fashion? At Ginnacle Teak, Bob Steber believes beautiful golden Burma Teak decks will always be in fashion. As he points out, “Teak decks have been around for more than 200 years.” Richard Eikhoudt concurs saying, “Because of the superior characteristics, teak exhibits it is not just a matter of fashion. Teak is beyond fashion.

It is just the best.” Matthias Reviriego worries that teak might have to fall out of fashion but he hopes it will not. He says, “Although the world in general is becoming more aware of teak sustainability, as a rule, the yacht owners are not always quite so understanding and they will always want an exclusive product.”

Tomas Gustafsson thinks those who like teak are just followers of fashion. He points out, “There are very few wooden boats being built so why use a wood product on a boat that has been constructed using man made products.”

Sacha Roebe is not sure if it is fashion or not, “It is hard to say. In principle, the proportion of plastic teak is becoming ever greater, since it is significantly more advantageous and more

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diverse both from maintenance and from the optical design.”

Reinier Waardenburg points out there is already a lobby to ban teakwood in the industry. “Since there are alternatives, a lot of people think it’s not the done thing to abuse the planet, just for luxury, it is rather like wearing animal furs as clothing yet some people still like it.”

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TO CAP IT ALL Why is it that yachts seem prepared to use fake wood on decks but not as capping rails? Tomas Gustafsson says, “Synthetic wood manufacturers are slightly limited by the size of the extrusion we can produce but maybe it is because they don’t know that we can in fact produce capping rails made to look like real wood. “There is no reason why you cannot create capping rails in synthetic wood,” says Reinier Waardenburg.

“We can supply a 1500m synthetic capping rail made with man made material that is significantly cheaper than real wood.”

Sacha Roebe says plastic teak has a very low intrinsic stability and is often used only to cover or conceal carrier material when used as a capping rail.

Richard Eikhoudt seldom meets this situation, since his firm hardly produces capping rails. “But,” he says, “When I am asked to offer a capping rail I always try to talk my client into mahogany, especially when it is to be varnished.”

Matthias Reviriego believes it is more a case of what the client is seeking to achieve. He says if they want the modern look they go for a stainless steel capping rail while the traditionalists opt for wood. “The fact remains,” he adds, “Synthetic wood looks very cheap while in reality it is almost as expensive as the real thing and has the added disadvantage that it cannot be varnished.”

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SLIPPERY STUFF Real teak decks are praised for their general non-slip quality even when wet, although synthetic teak is often regarded as having even more grip and can provide a very solid footing, also when wet.

Tomas Gustafsson is not so sure. He says, “Real teak relies on the wood’s natural oils lasting to stop them from cracking and becoming slippery. He says, “When it is wet the oil comes to the surface making teak less non-slip. But our Flexiteek 2G doesn’t have this problem making it better than teak when wet.”

When it comes to the slip factor Luca Zaccagno believes the difference between the real and the synthetic teak is maintenance.

“When the real teak is new,” he says, “the difference between fake and real is small but over time as teak losses its oils the synthetic deck comes into its own.” He says, “Our Heli-Teak product is a high density material that allows it to be highly resistant to impact, with excellent resistance to abrasion and chemical agents.” Sacha Roebe is quite sure Synthetic Teak offers better performance with its non-slip properties. But agrees, “It does depend on the material used.”

ROSCH YACHTS Rosch Yachts is a specialist for synthetic teak decks in Europe with a wide network of suppliers and fitters further afield. They offer you a wide range of colours and styles for the superyacht industry, from tenders up to megayachts.

The material holds its teak like appearance and needs no maintenance. Rosch Yachts or one of the certified service partners are always available for consultations and will gladly discuss your ideas and wishes. Whether you’re looking to cosmetically upgrade a tender or beach deck area or have a complete deck fitted on an ocean going sailing yacht, the technical team at Rosch will be on-hand to discuss and honestly guide you through the project.

For more details Tel: +49 40 23 55 70 79 or visit www.rosch-yachts.de

Reinier Waardenburg asks, “What does it mean when we talk about anti-slip ship decking and can anti-slip be measured? He answers his own question by explaining that it is possible to measure, saying “It is certain that you can walk on a soaking wet deck (even at an angle of 40 degrees) without having the feeling you will fall overboard at any time. But you need standards to measure this by. In case of the DIN 51097 that standard means that products are tested on a ramp flooded with a water and soap solution, while the slope of the deck is made steeper and steeper. The grip measured with bare feet needs to remain optimal; even when the slope is rolling and pitching to simulate force 10 winds.” He adds, “Easy-Tek passes the test with flying colours! The barefoot test subject remains upright until the deck is at an 44.5 degree angle. If a superyacht deck reaches this angle, you have a serious problem.”

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COST It is a cruel fact of nature and manufacturing processes that while the cost of using teak rises the costs of using the synthetic alternatives is falling. The demand for high quality teak is far surpassing supply, and this has created the boom in the market of synthetic teak.

Do yacht owners who, by their very presence are not strapped for cash worry about the cost? The answer appears to be no.

Shipyards are reporting there is no slowing in the demand for real teak just a slight unhappiness in the rising cost of getting the best. Synthetic decking is typically around 30-50% cheaper than the cost of Burma Teak. On large decks, this can make a substantial difference but brokers involved in the sale of yachts quickly point out that yachts with fake teak are more difficult to sell with buyers asking for significant discounts in the selling price so that a real teak deck can be installed during the almost inevitable post sale refit.

It is quite hard to pinpoint which yachts have synthetic decks and which do not. It used to be that the grander shipyards would never stoop so low as to install what they saw was an inferior product. For many years the top end shipyards frowned on synthetic teak and snorted contemptuously when its use was suggested. Finally they began to agree that its use was a good idea in tender garages and heli-decks if only because of its oil spill stain resistance. Little by little that attitude is beginning to change and we can say with confidence that when Steve Jobs walked the finished decks of Venus he was not walking on wood.

Tomas Gustafsson reports the use of synthetic teak is gaining ground proving his statement with this additional comment, “We have recently completed two yachts, a 90 and 96 footer, for Southern Winds Shipyard as well as yachts for Royal Huisman and Feadship. S/Y Samurai was also re-decked in Flexiteek 2G.” Synthetic teak offers cost and maintenance benefits over real teak. But as Chase Millar of World Panel Products in the USA

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suggests, “Real teak on a boat is a very beautiful thing. It has taken a long time for the wood to grow and be selected. It is always going to be more impressive on the better built superyacht.”

As to our own view? We personally love the look and feel of a real teak deck, but would really like it to possess the maintenance qualities of a synthetic one.

CONTACTS Classic Yacht Shipwrights ellen@cys-sl.eu Easy Tek / TEK DEK info@td-sc.eu Flexiteek International AB Tomas@flexiteek.se Gemini Teakdekken pmb.beheer@gmail.com Ginnacle Teak teakwood@singnet.com.sg Helidecks Italy info@helidecks.it Karinthia info@karinthia.eu Marinedecking S.L. info@marinedecking.de Modesty Yacht Carpentry jon@modesty.es

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If you’re seeking snorkelling and seclusion, sea kayaking into this tropical wonderland is a definite.

These idyllic spots are the perfect place to unwind in serenity after a day full of adventure, featuring overhanging Coconut palms, warm waters and postcard-perfect stretches of white sand. Belize is one the greatest spots in the world for sea kayaking, complete with an exquisite Caribbean backdrop.

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Superyachts and megayachts are seeing a significant rise in the use of thermal imaging technology and this is set to continue as concerns around security grow. The cameras are also playing a key role in vessel navigation and accident prevention such as man overboard.

FLIR has long set the standard for maritime thermal vision and their new M-Series Next Generation cameras are ideal for long and ultra-long range detection on large vessels. The M-Series have a detection range of three to ten nautical miles, offer radar connectivity for radar tracking and can be integrated in the yacht’s bridge system or as part of the shipboard security network. The latest models also feature gyrostabilisation so the camera always delivers a steady picture in rough seas. FLIR believe that it won’t be long before a FLIR camera is installed as standard on every yacht on the world.

The outboard industry has been experiencing a steady trend towards higher horsepower while also enjoying continued improvements in key engine attributes such as NVH, fuel efficiency, and reliability. At Mercury, we are focused on continuing to advance our industry leading engine technology but it is the coupling of our engines with our portfolio of intuitive and reliable prop-to-helm solutions to create a connected propulsion eco-system that is providing some of the most exciting, new and richer experiences for boaters. As an example, our Vessel View Mobile App, which connects the consumer to their propulsion system via their smartphone, was launched in the fall of 2016 and we continue to introduce new updates with additional features to enhance the connected eco-system.

Additionally, we provide downloadable content enabling VesselView users to download new enhanced joystick features.

In a world where it seems that sometimes no rules apply in terms of realistic deadlines and completion times, 3D Printing in its various formats can help enormously with this problem. It allows us to not only model the part with precision accuracy and check all areas of functionality it also allows us to produce the actual part or parts, as well as more lightweight fast prototypes for visual confirmation of an idea or concept. Not only are we now able to print structural parts using a whole spectrum of metals from 316 stainless to grade 5 Titanium with absolute accuracy we are also able to reduce the weight of what would traditionally be solid material by designing and printing using material optimization software.

In short, we can remove material from what would traditionally be a solid object to create an internal lattice structure tailored to the part requirements.

Changing lifestyles influence how we want to experience the sea and protecting nature will shape future yacht design. Owner requests or industry regulation will dictate greener vessels. A centralised ‘eco information’ source would benefit owners, designers and yards when making cost or space driven decisions.

LNG (liquified natural gas) that is efficient and clean may join solar, wind and hybrid power, once fuelling stations become more frequent. Owners are increasingly looking for ‘alternative’ tried and tested aesthetics… such as the Ulstein bow which claims better seakeeping and efficiency, or the reverse wave piercing bow of the Zumwalt-class destroyer. Creative use of interior volumes could free up the full length of the vessel for private exterior deck use by guests (as on a cruise ship), whilst also providing crew with a better quality of life.

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Grit, Resilience and Yachting Lawrence Lewis asks how you know if the interviewee has what it takes to last the distance

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rit has always been one of my favourite English words, it’s punchy and powerful with a dramatic connotation.

Worryingly, I could not find a French translation which truly satisfies me… what does that say about us French? No no; no French bashing! What I concern myself with today is the topic of strength and resilience in the work place.

Yachts are like no other work places and present unique challenges given the closeness and lack of privacy which clearly exacerbates any existing and underlying tensions. What could be blown away overnight for office workers can easily turn highly toxic in the confined environment of a yacht… And next you know you find yourself quitting your job impulsively, on a whim, I call it the “bridge-burning quit”. Recruiters witness it all and hear it all, the anger, the deception, the inability to manage emotions… and often, it happens even before the season has truly started.

Things are just getting going; the sous chef is throwing a wobbler and is quitting on the spot, leaving the head chef to worry about filling his place and cooking for the crew..or worse, he’s leaving in the middle of a guest trip. We’ve all experienced it at one level or the other, mostly with junior crew, but not always.

Acceptable if the employer has a history of dangerous or unethical behaviour, ghosting is, most of the time, a very ill-chosen strategy and often crew come to regret it. The message inferred is that you’re a bad decision maker, unable to keep calm and to evaluate a situation rationally. It is also often a selfish, self-centered act which does not take the interest of the group, in this case the crew, into account. “Apres moi le deluge” carries that sweet taste of instant gratification but will invariably leave a bitter taste with your fellow crew members and captain. It’s also not the best as far as reputation building is concerned, but that point is just confirming the obvious.

Reacting impulsively or responding resiliently… vast question Angela Duckworth is a psychologist who studied this quality and wrote a book ‘Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance’. She

says,“empirical evidence confirms common intuition: a disposition to endure to the end rather than quit early is the hallmark of high achievers. Moreover, grit goes hand in hand with both life satisfaction and emotions like joy and pride. So it seems that in general, not quitting is a pretty good way to live life.”

If grit is so important in yachting, where excellence and attention to details are also highly sought-after traits, how does one recognise it at the interview stage? How can one detect this mix of competence, persistence and grace? Basically, how do you know you’re not hiring a quitter? It is, after all, easier to teach someone new skills than to change their character traits.

The bottom line, grit is very difficult to identify when reading a CV and is even more so with junior crew who have little relevant yachting experience.

Yet, clues can be found here and there, in the hobby section of the CV perhaps. Is this individual a high achiever in sport or other hobby? Has he taken responsibilities at a young age or shown some other goal-oriented pursuit? Any sign of patience, courage and endurance? The candidate will probably enjoy talking about a subject he enjoys and will open up and reveal his personality.

If nothing jumps out, the direct approach works too with junior crew “ You have little experience on yacht, how do I know you are not going to leave the yacht in the middle of the season?“ and “what would you do if you realise in the middle of an important guest trip that yachting is not for you?”, “ What do you think the goal of the crew is on a yacht? “ “Tell me about a successful team work experience you’ve had”, “Have you ever worked with a difficult person/crew member and how did you deal with the situation? “, “How do you manage your stress?”

More than a generational indicator, grit is a process of gradual discovery of one’s ability to forge coping mechanisms to navigate through a crisis. So perhaps, grit does also come with experience…

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CALENDAR

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29 ©James Robinson Taylor

27 23 MOTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MALCESINE

21

©MC-Clic

©Palermo-Montecarlo

03 SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

03 MAXI 72 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Sydney, Australia

Lake Garda, Italy

23 TOPPER CLASS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

© Paul Wyeth Lendy Cowes Week

Cercle Nautique de Loctudy, France

04 FALMOUTH RACE WEEK

United Kingdom

10 EXTREME SAILING SERIES - ACT 5 Hamberg, Germany

26 HOBIE® WILD CAT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

21 PALERMO - MONTE CARLO RACE

Monaco

Zeilvereniging Noordwijk, Austria

29 KING’S CUP REGATTA

26 EXTREME SAILING SERIES - ACT 6

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Cardiff, United Kingdom

29 LENDEY COWES WEEK

27 TEMPEST WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Cowes, United Kingdom

12 LASER STANDARD MEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Saint Raphael, France

Costa Smeralda, Italy

Split, Croatia

12 FESTIVAL DE LA PLAISANCE

Cannes, France

13 MONACO CLASSIC WEEK Monaco

15 SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW

United Kingdom

25 39TH RÉGATES ROYALES

Cannes, France

29 COPA DEL REY - MAPFRE

27 CORSICA CLASSIC

27 MONACO YACHT SHOW

Monaco

Palma de Mallorca (Illes Balears)

150 | SUMMER 2017 | ONBOARD

Calvi – Ajaccio – Porto Pollo – Bonifacio

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