Picture: Messe Düsseldorf / ctillmann boot Düsseldorf is one of those industry events that you have to visit once in your lifetime, if only so you can say, “I was there and I survived.” It is huge, it is busy, it is iconic. But what does it offer superyacht crew? The small b and the…
A practical guide for superyacht crew on budgeting, saving, insurance and financial planning to start 2026 in a stronger position.
The shift of the yachting industry’s focus to the Caribbean for the next few months means it is time for crew to carry out a seasonal insurance check, making sure that their yacht crew health insurance covers them adequately and that their vaccines are up to date. This is particularly important for crew leaving the…
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show is where charter yachts, brokers, agents and managers get to do a significant part of their annual networking. But what about superyacht crew? How can they make the most of this intensely busy industry event? Let’s find out. What is the Antigua Charter Yacht Show? The show is an annual…
The Mediterranean Yachting season is now well and truly over. If you had a seasonal contract, then you could be looking for another job. Those on permanent contracts are mainly either heading to the shipyard/on leave/or going to the Caribbean for the winter Yachting season. Younger/Less experienced crew If you are looking for another job,…
The Monaco Yacht Show, the biggest superyacht show in Europe, starts this week. From the 24th to the 27th of September, Port Hercule, hopefully bathed in sunshine, is filled with some of the most luxurious boats worldwide, both alongside the quays and anchored out. If you are not working on one of the yachts at…
Your summer season is coming to a close. This is the perfect opportunity to get your personal life organised, prepare for your next role in the industry and your visit to the Cannes Yacht Show.
Would you like to get paid more? Here are five ways you can increase your salary and income.
Should you just put all your money into a tracker fund? It’s popular advice. It’s not bad advice, but it’s not the best advice. Find out why…
Thinking like an entrepreneur can help you grow beyond your crew role, build confidence, and take real control of your financial future after yachting.
