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LARGE YACHT NEWS
Yachts deliver aid after Cyclone Pam Captain tells of ‘incredible pride’ at mission to provide humanitarian relief by Michael Howorth
Nautilus training to P take place in Palma national secretary Jonathan A Havard and senior assistant Pictured above are Nautilus
organiser Danny McGowan manning a stall at the Dovaston crew show in Palma last month Superyacht crew were invited to speak to the Union representatives about the way in which Nautilus supports seafarers in the sector and a large number joined at the show and directly after. Mr McGowan explained that two important benefits to superyacht members are the Service Record Book and professional training. The Union’s next free training course is planned for 3 June, in
Palma, covering the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 and how it specifically applies to the yacht sector. ‘What does the MLC mean for you?’ is being run in partnership with Dovaston Crew and D&B Services, and will address how MLC has affected accommodation and employment standards across the yachting world since it came into force in August 2013. g It is free to all members but accommodation and travel will be at the attendees’ own expense. To register for a place, or for further information, contact Danny at dmcgowan@nautilusint.org.
Deliveries down, but orders are up 30m loa and over delivered H last year was down by 12% from 2012 The number of superyachts of
and 2% from 2013, a new report has revealed. However, there are signs that numbers are on the increase once again. Figures published by the SuperYacht Company last month showed that shipyards worldwide delivered 156 superyachts over 30m last year — compared with 159 in 2013 and 179 in 2012. ‘This drop in deliveries is a direct result of the fact that nearly all of the yachts delivered in 2014 were sold during the financial crisis,’ the report notes. Motor yachts accounted for 89% of total deliveries last year, and a total of 17 sailing yachts were delivered, accounting for 11%. The average size of a new motor yacht was 43.36m, while
the average length of a sailing yacht rose by 2.08m to 43.62m. The largest yacht delivered in 2014 was the 140m Ocean Victory, built in Italy by Fincantieri. Italian yards had the biggest share of the €3.8bn market, with the value of their deliveries totalling some €1.4bn. German yards were in second place, followed by the Netherlands and the UK. The SuperYacht Company said it had evidence of an increase in the market, with 181 new projects for yachts over 30m recorded last year — up by 13.8% compared to 2013. ‘The largest project announced to the public was the 116m expedition superyacht under construction at Kleven in Norway,’ it said. ‘However, we are aware of a new confidential project over 140m.’
When Cyclone Pam ripped its way across the 80 islands of Vanuatu it left a fearful trail of destruction in its wake. An estimated 3,300 people were left homeless and 24 lost their lives. Two superyachts have been working in the area on humanitarian aid projects — the 51m fast shadow boat Umbra, fresh from refit in New Zealand, and the 73m Dragonfly. Dragonfly has cruised the beautiful and remote areas of Vanuatu extensively over the past two years. Her captain, Mike Gregory, said: ‘We were shocked and saddened to see the devastation caused, and we know that the resources we have onboard can make a huge difference and will ultimately save lives.’ His yacht was deployed to the area on the owner’s orders, covering 1,600nm in four days, and was tasked by the Vanuatu government to supply aid and provide a medical response to the Shepherd Islands, NE of Efate, where Port Vila is located. This area has seen between 80% to 100% of homes destroyed and has no access to fresh water, food or shelter.
Umbra helps to deliver aid to the cyclone-ravaged islands of Vanuatu Picture: Frank and Peggy Photography
‘I am incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved,’ Capt Gregory added. ‘The boat, the crew and the support — both at sea and ashore — have been absolutely fantastic. We’ve delivered over 62,000 litres of water, seen and treated over 250 casualties, arranged and facilitated three medevacs and delivered in excess of five tonnes of medical and food aid to those who need it the most.’
Other yacht captains have also been seeking to provide support to Vanuatu. Captain Chris Andreason is the master of the 82m Kibo and he has joined others to donate to a fund administered by superyacht management agents Y.Co. ‘I would be happy to donate a day’s pay to the relief effort, and perhaps this could go across yachting under the title “A Day’s Pay to Save” or similar?’ he sug-
gested. ‘Yachts are generally happy to help, and knowing that other crew are actively involved in the actual on-the-ground work may help bring this to life. ‘I wish there were more opportunities for yacht owners and crew to give something back to those less fortunate in society Capt Andreason added, ‘so maybe here at least is something that could play a part.’
New London show deemed a success a brand new luxury yacht, jet F and prestige car show in London. Held Last month saw the launch of
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The 50m classic motor yacht Malahne is pictured above after completing what has been described as one of the most ambitious restorations of its kind. Designed by Charles Nicholson and built by Camper & Nicholsons in 1937, Malahne is one of a small number of pre-war motor yachts to have survived into the 21st century.
The vessel’s original elegance has been reinstated, whilst being modernised to be fully classed by Lloyd’s Register and compliant with the MCA Large Yacht Code (LY3). The meticulous work was carried out at the Pendennis Shipyard, Falmouth, with classic yacht experts G. L. Watson providing design expertise.
in Old Billingsgate and St Katharine Docks for three days, the event was attended by more than 6,400 people. Superyacht builders and brokers taking part included Abeking & Rasmussen, Amels, Benetti, Blohm + Voss, Ferretti, Fincantieri, Holland Jachtbouw, Lürssen Yachts, Nobiskrug, Pendennis, Sunseeker, and Sunrise Yachts. ‘London is already a major player in the superyacht market,’ explained
Captain Adrian McCort, MD of the management company Watkins Superyachts. ‘All of the major superyacht brokers have offices here, as do several shipyards,’ he added. ‘What I want this event to do is showcase London as the place to do business, where clients can be met and projects discussed.’ ‘I think London has been crying out for such an event,’ said Patrick Coote, sales and marketing director of Blohm + Voss. ‘There was a gap in the market and an event in London makes a lot of sense.’
Viking moves office to FOR YACHT CREW meet rise in NZ work
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+33 (0)9 62 61 61 40 Nautilus International, in strategic partnership with D&B Services, 3 Bd. D’Aguillon, 06600 Antibes, France.
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Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter to meet increased demand for crews from the southern hemisphere. Located in the Orams Marine precinct, the office is close to Auckland’s port and major marinas and boosts Viking’s role as New Zealand’s only MLC-compliant maritime recruitment company.
‘Superyacht and cruise activity in Auckland is getting bigger and busier and we are now well placed to meet the additional demand for recruitment support,’ said managing director Andrew Howarth. ‘Increasingly, yacht owners are recognising that having the right crew is a key element to enjoying their ownership experience and are investing accordingly in the recruitment process.’
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