Richard Lambert joins board at Princess Yachts International
Friday, 17 May 2013Princess Yachts International plc are delighted to announce that Richard Lambert has joined the Board at Princess Yachts International plc as M Class Director. This key position has been established to enhance the company's existing capability to support sales of the growing range of Princess M Class superyachts. Read More
Camper & Nicholsons International appoints new CEO
Friday, 3 May 2013
Camper & Nicholsons International has announced that Chief Commercial Officer, Michael Payne, has been appointed new CEO of Camper & Nicholsons International. In his role as CCO, he utilised his wealth of experience and knowledge to oversee all aspects of the brokerage division. Read More
Camper & Nicholsons International welcomes new team members
Wednesday, 10 April 2013Camper & Nicholsons International have welcomed new members to their Monaco and Antibes offices this month. Adam Cooper, ISM/ISPS Manager, moved to the Antibes Camper & Nicholsons office after four years working for a bespoke yacht management company in Limassol, Cyprus. Adam enjoys anything to do with the sea and the outdoors and his tenure as a skipper on board a private yacht brings invaluable expertise in the field of ISM and ISPS related matters. Read More
Superyacht Australia division committee announced
Thursday, 13 December 2012Last week the Superyacht Australia Division Committee met for their annual election of the division committee members in Sydney. Showing a strong vote of confidence the committee re-elected Barry Jenkins as Chairperson and Richard Morris as the representative from the Committee to sit on the AIMEX Board. Read More
Matthew Fisher joins Dubois Yachts
Wednesday, 12 December 2012
Dubois Yachts has announced that Matthew Fisher has recently joined the Company. "Operating in the Mediterranean and in the UK Head Office, Matthew has a wealth of experience with over 20 years in the industry and will be a valued asset in the sale and marketing of our yachts", Dubois Yachts commented. Read More
Marine Results appoints new Project Manager
Friday, 16 November 2012
Rigging specialists Marine Results have made a key new appointment to their management team. Ben Porteous joins the company as Project Manager, to take charge of planning and control of the major rig work and NDT (non-destructive testing) projects that the company’s teams carry out around the world. Read More
New face at RJC Yachts
Wednesday, 14 November 2012RJC Yachts have announced that Michael Strassel has joined the firm. Mike brings with him thirty-four years of marine experience including 21-years at Hatteras of Lauderdale and Allied Marine along with the past 10-years at HMY Yacht Sales. Mike’s efforts with these firms have resulted in the sale of hundreds of production yachts. Read More
Lancer Industries appoints new Sales and Marketing Executive
Wednesday, 24 October 2012Lancer Industries Ltd. has announced the appointment of Mr. James Lowe as their new Sales and Marketing Executive. Mr. Lowe joins the highly recognized manufacturing team from the super yachtworld where he has captained prominent vessels within the multi million-dollar charter yacht sector. Read More
Pila Pexton joins Merle Wood & Associates
Wednesday, 17 October 2012
Merle Wood & Associates has announced that Pila Pexton, a highly regarded member of the international yachting industry, has joined the firm. She will be working in Yacht Chartering and Sales, and will be based out of the firm’s Newport office. For the past decade, she has successfully managed a fleet of high-profile, luxury charter yachts. Read More
C-Quip International appoints new Sales Director
Tuesday, 16 October 2012Neil Hamlin has been appointed as the new Sales Director at C-Quip International, a NZ manufacturer of custom designed carbon fibre boarding equipment for the marine industry. With over 25 years of experience in the international marine industry, Neil’s working relationship and rapport with the builders, designers and a knowledge of the high quality products required for superyachts will enhance the company’s ability to continue to supply innovative equipment. Read More
Akzo Nobel appoints Global Marketing Manager for yacht sector
Tuesday, 16 October 2012Akzo Nobel has named Elenor Ekman Global Marketing Manager for its Awlgrip, International and Interlux yacht coatings. Ekman, formerly Marketing Manager for Interlux and Awlgrip North America, will be based in Houston. The North America marketing team is now headed by Jim Seidel, who will continue to be based at North America headquarters in Union, New Jersey. Read More
Future Fibres appoints new CEO
Tuesday, 9 October 2012Future Fibres has announced the appointment of Hugues Jacquemin as its new chief executive officer, following the retirement of outgoing CEO, Ewan McLellan. Jacquemin served most recently as CEO of 3B The Fibreglass Company, where he maintained his reputation for driving growth, following the company’s LBO from former parent, Owens Corning. Read More
AYSS Announcement of New Chairman, Mark Drewelow
Wednesday, 3 October 2012
The Association of Yacht Support Services (AYSS) has announced the new 2012/13 Chairman, Mark Drewelow of C2C Inc, California. Mark has been the director of C2C since its foundation in 2003 and has been in the yachting industry since 1984. Mark is also the founding member of San Diego Superyacht Association. Read More
Dirk Johnson joins the Perini Navi Group
Monday, 17 September 2012
The Perini Navi Group is pleased to announce that Dirk Johnson has joined the team at Perini Navi USA. Johnson will promote Picchiotti brand motor yachts and will be based in the new Perini Navi USA offices, which have recently moved to 2 Marina Plaza, Goat Island, Newport, RI- the capital city of US sailing. Read More
Industry veteran joins Amels Refit team
Friday, 14 September 2012
One of the most experienced names in the superyacht industry, Eel Kant, has joined Amels as Sales Manager of the Dutch yard’s Refit Department. With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, Eel Kant has joined Dutch superyacht builder Amels to become Sales Manager of the yard’s Refit Department. Read More
SuperYachtsMonaco announces further expansion
Wednesday, 12 September 2012SuperYachtsMonaco announces further expansion with two new team members joining the company with immediate effect. Vassilis Pateras and Davide Silvello will be based in Greece and Spain respectively and will provide SYM clients with expert consultancy on the Sale & Purchase as well as Charter of yachts in those regions and beyond. Read More
Danish Yachts appoints new CEO
Wednesday, 5 September 2012Patrik von Sydow has been named as the new CEO for Danish Yachts A/S, in Skagen. Patrik is a Swedish national and comes from an exceptional background at Director level with a combination of "blue chip" companies and top end global marine industry. He is very much looking forward to taking the helm at Danish Yachts.Read More
CNI appoints new Director of Charter Marketing Europe
Tuesday, 4 September 2012
Camper & Nicholsons International have announced the appointment of Sacha Williams as new Director of Charter Marketing Europe. Sacha joins CNI from Edmiston, where she quickly climbed the ranks to successfully manage the charter marketing department with a five strong team and a fleet of over 50 yachts. Read More
Alex Banning joins SuperYachtsMonaco
Monday, 20 August 2012SuperYachtsMonaco announces another important addition to its successful brokerage team with Alex Banning joining the company with immediate effect. Alex will be based in Monaco and will fulfill a primary role as a Sale & Purchase broker of both new and previously owned yachts. Read More
MARSEC-XL Welcomes Jim Jagielski as a New Council Member
Friday, 17 August 2012The MARSEC-XL Foundation has announced the appointment of a new council member, Jim Jagielski. “Jim has extraordinary technology and open source expertise and we are delighted that he is joining MARSEC-XL as a new council member. He brings a wealth of experience and insights that come from running a successful large global open source community,” said Krystyna Wojnarowicz, President of MARSEC-XL Foundation. Read More
Changes at the top of the Ferretti Group
Monday, 6 August 2012The Board of directors chaired by Ferretti Group Chairman Tan Xuguang has unanimously appointed Ferruccio Rossi as the new Managing Director. Ferruccio Rossi, who has been working for the Group as Riva Managing Director and Ferretti Group Country Manager since 2005, will replace Giancarlo Galeone. Read More
Hill Robinson appoints new Director
Thursday, 2 August 2012Hill Robinson has announced the appointment of Franc Jansen as Director of Hill Robinson, France based in Antibes as of 1 August 2012. Well known in the industry Franc brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Hill Robinson team. Franc’s back ground is in commercial shipping and he holds qualifications both as a navigation officer and as an engineer. Read More
Willis North America appoints Rob Carron in Yacht Team
Thursday, 26 July 2012Willis North America, a unit of Willis Group Holdings, the global insurance broker with operations in Florida, today announced the appointment of Rob Carron, Account Executive, Willis North America Yacht Practice, effective immediately. Willis is a leading insurance broker that provides employee benefit and risk management solutions. Read More
Nobiskrug expands customer service
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Nobiskrug has announced the appointment of two new executives to their expanding workforce. Bernd Wittorf has enjoyed several successful years in shipbuilding industry and has joined the refit and repair department stating that he aims for a “all-in-one solution” for yacht owners covering all technical aspects of yacht operation. Read More
Yachtzoo appoints new charter broker in Fort Lauderdale
Monday, 9 July 2012Yachtzoo has welcomed charter broker, June Montagne, to its retail charter division in the Fort Lauderdale office. June started as a Yacht Charter Broker in 1996 and has experience as a sailor, charter crew and a crew placement agent. Read More
YPI appoints new Director of Sales
Wednesday, 4 July 2012Yachting Partners International (YPI) has announced the recruitment of Russell Crump as the Group’s new Director of Sales. Well known to many in the industry, Russell’s yacht broking career spans a period of almost 20 years linking him with some of the world’s largest yacht sales and the industry’s most respected owners. Read More
Dan Thomson appointed at Advanced Marine Technologies
Wednesday, 4 July 2012Advanced Marine Technologies (AMT) is pleased to announce the appointment of seasoned marine industry expert, Dan Thomson, to the new integrated sales team at AMT. Dan will be responsible for technical sales and developing new markets. Read More
New appointments at SuperYachtsMonaco
Monday, 2 July 2012SuperYachtsMonaco announces an important addition to its successful brokerage team with James Auld joining the company from July. James will continue to be based in Monaco and will fulfill a primary role as a Sale & Purchase broker of both new and previously owned yachts. In addition the company also welcomes Natasha Kinoo to its Monaco based operation in the role of Sales Brokerage Assistant and Office Manager. Read More
Overmarine Group expands US team
Thursday, 28 June 2012
Overmarine Group continues its growth and is proceeding it's investments in the US market through the enhancement of its team of managers and has appointed Stefano Arlunno as the new Area Manager for the Americas. Stefano Arlunno was born and brought up in Turin, Italy, where he graduated as an Engineer. Read More
Superyacht broker Steve Elario joins Y.CO
Tuesday, 26 June 2012Y.CO has announced the further growth of its North American team with the addition of superyacht broker Steve Elario. Born and raised near the water in Massachusetts, USA, Steve Elario began his career in yachting in 1979, and has worked as a Captain and broker ever since. Read More
Quinta Essentia’s owner appointed Ambassador for La Belle Classe Superyachts
Monday, 25 June 2012
It was during The Rendezvous in Monaco, which this year saw ten outstanding yachts from 38 metre to 67 metre on Quai des Etats-Unis, that the first Russian Ambassador for La Belle Classe Superyachts was appointed. The announcement was made at a La Belle Classe Superyachts cocktail, organised on Quinta Essentia. Read More
New director of Yacht Management-Europe at IYC
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
IYC has appointed Fabien Roché as Director of Yacht Management-Europe, a newly created position based in IYC’s Monaco office. This is a critical step in IYC’s widening global presence and indicates the firm’s dedication to placing key personnel close to clients to meet the exacting demands of the global superyachting marketplace. Read More
Recent hires marks global expansion for Fraser Yachts
Friday, 15 June 2012Fraser Yachts is expanding rapidly. In Spain, Fraser Yachts welcomed three new Sales Brokers: Bill Thiem, Harry Peralta and James Bland. All three worked for Engel & Volkers in Marbella and decided as a team to join Fraser Yachts. They each have an impressive background in the superyacht industry and bring a wealth of experience to the Fraser Yachts team in Palma. Read More
New team at De Valk in Antibes
Tuesday, 12 June 2012Headquartered in the Netherlands and with offices at various sailing hotspots throughout Europe, De Valk International has been chartering and brokering yachts for almost six decades. The company is now embarking on an ambitious new strategy to further support owners of quality motor and sailing yachts. Read More
Oyster strengthens Palma de Mallorca office team
Wednesday, 6 June 2012Oyster has announced the appointment of Jamie Collins to the Oyster Brokerage team. Jamie will be based at Oyster's recently opened Palma de Mallorca office, further strengthening Oyster's presence in the Mediterranean. Read More
Bruce Johnson will represent Maine yacht yards
Tuesday, 5 June 2012Three independent yacht yards in mid-coast Maine are appointing Bruce Johnson, formerly of Sparkman & Stephens, as their business development executive. Brooklin Boat Yard, Front Street Shipyard and Rockport Marine reached an agreement to employ Johnson to represent each yard independently in seeking new construction projects. Read More
New appointments at e3 Systems
Friday, 18 May 2012
e3 Systems have appointed Lynne Devereux as Regional Sales Manager on the Côte d'Azur and Alessio Belli as Business Development Manager in Italy. Lynne Devereux, an accomplished Business Development Executive, most recently with De Valk Yachts and prior to that with YachtPlus Limited has joined the e3 team. Read More
New General Manager Marina Operations of Mourjan Marinas IGY
Friday, 18 May 2012Mourjan Marinas IGY’s Wayne Shepherd, a well respected veteran of the marine industry, has been promoted to General Manager, Marina Operations. Mr Shepherd has been Mourjan Marinas IGY’s Regional Operations Manager for the past four years and will now take full responsibility of all marinas within the Dubai-based company’s portfolio. Read More
Job opening for experienced project managers at Lanka Marine
Friday, 27 April 2012Because of business expansion Lanka Marine, a leading Italian company specialised in supplying natural stone to private homes, superyachts, and aircraft interiors, is looking for two skilled and knowledgeable project managers. The project managers will be the link between designers and interior outfitters, and their role is to plan, execute, and finalise projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. Read More
N&J appoints two new charter brokers
Friday, 27 April 2012
Northrop & Johnson has announced the addition of Scott Carlson to the Fort Lauderdale team and Solenn de Braux in the South of France, as Charter Brokers. Scott grew up in Holland, Michigan where he started sailing on his father's boat.Solenn de Braux was born in Senegal, lived in Kenya, the Congo, and Mexico before moving to the US . Read More
Oceania Marine appoints new marine coatings manager
Thursday, 26 April 2012After an exhaustive worldwide search, Oceania Marine has announced the appointment of its new marine coatings manager. Andy Shephard is leaving his base in Holland and moving to Whangarei, New Zealand to take over management of Oceania Marine Coatings as of May 2012 providing the company with the benefit of his extensive experience. Read More
Isle of Man Yacht Forum appoints new chairman
Monday, 23 April 2012Andy Roy has been appointed the new Chairman of the Isle of Man Yacht Forum. Andy is a principal of Baker Tilly Isle of Man and director of Bennett Roy Maritime. He has been involved in the yachting industry for over thirty years and brings considerable experience to his new role as Chairman of the Forum. Read More
New faces at CNI's charter department
Thursday, 19 April 2012Camper & Nicholsons International has appointed two new charter brokers. Charter broker Cristabel Nye will join the CNI team in London, and senior charter manager Carine Zanotti joins the Charter Marketing Division team. Read More
IYC appoints new Crew Placement Director and charter agent
Thursday, 19 April 2012International Yacht Collection (IYC) has announced the recent appointments of Jennifer Howarth—International Crew Placement Director—and Katya Jaimes—Yacht Charter Agent. As IYC continues consolidation of its global services portfolio for an increasingly global clientele, the addition of both Howarth and Jaimes is further evidence of the firm’s long-standing reputation for innovation. Read More
New appointments at Denison Yacht Sales
Wednesday, 18 April 2012Denison Yacht Sales recently hired eight new yacht brokers and a charter fleet manager. The new hires will expand the company's presence at its Florida and California offices. Joining the Fort Lauderdale brokerage are Skip Denison, Juan Pasch, Peter Quintal, and Gene Echols. Juan will specifically be assisting in the sale of new Beneteau G.T.'s. New brokers to the California location include Dave Millett, Rick Peters, John Zagorski and Ed Gillespie. Read More
New faces at Affinity Management Services
Tuesday, 17 April 2012Affinity Management Services Limited has announced the appointment in March this year of Andrew Morgan to the Board of Directors. Andrew has been with the company since 2008 and previously held the position of Yacht & Aircraft Manager. Read More
Live from Antibes: SuperYacht Company expands and announces new team member
Friday, 13 April 2012
SuperYacht Company, the publisher of SuperYachtTimes.com, is proud to announce that Riejanneke Niesert has joined the sales team as an account manager. Riejanneke has just successfully finished her degree in Management, Economics and Law in The Netherlands. Riejannaneke will be based in our office in the centre of Amsterdam. Read More
Georges Bourgoignie joins Fraser Yachts U.S. sales team
Thursday, 12 April 2012
Fraser Yachts has announced the arrival of Georges Bourgoignie as the newest addition to its U.S. Sales Team. Bourgoignie joins Fraser’s Fort Lauderdale office as an experienced Sales Broker of both Motor and Sailing Yachts, having sold hundreds yachts representing both the buyer and the seller in transactions worldwide. Read More
Renato Cagiati joins Northrop & Johnson as CFO
Thursday, 12 April 2012Northrop & Johnson has announced the arrival of Renato Cagiati, Chief Financial Officer. Based in Fort Lauderdale (FL) Renato will manage all financial aspects of the organization. Renato is an Italian citizen who moved to Paris, France, as a teen. He attended the University of Paris Law School and later on graduated from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. Read More
Burgess in expansion mode
Wednesday, 4 April 20122011 was a record year for Burgess and despite tough trading conditions in the superyacht industry over the past three years, all divisions of the company have prospered. To keep pace with its growing business, Burgess has recently supplemented its already highly experienced workforce of over 130 professionals with some of the very best people in superyachting. Read More
Newthex appoints Ruben Tienpont in yacht department
Wednesday, 28 March 2012
Newthex in Sappemeer, The Netherlands has appointed ruben Tienpont (1975) for the product group Yacht building. Newthex aims for technology leadership in the development and manufacturing of maritime doors, hatches and elevators. Ruben is a mechanical engineer from a shipbuilding family and also a very experienced and keen yachtsman. Read More
New Marina Manager at Harbour Towne Marina
Tuesday, 20 March 2012
Westrec Marinas’ Harbour Towne Marina in Dania, Florida has announced that Barry J. Armband is joining the operation as Marina Manager, effective immediately. Barry’s impressive background is ideally suited to the intricacy of Harbour Towne Marina, renowned for its marina operations and service, and its vibrant community. Read More
Baglietto under new management
Monday, 12 March 2012
The Baglietto shipyard in La Spezia, has announces a new management . As of 1st February 2012 Diego Michele Deprati has been appointed as the new Mananging Director. Angelo Giaccone is the new Production Manager. Diego Michele Deprati, has worked for the Italian Navy, and more recently as Managing Director of Mondomarine. Read More
Camper & Nicholsons Marinas appoints new manager in Limassol
Wednesday, 7 March 2012
Camper & Nicholsons Marinas and F&S Marinas have announced that they have appointed Paul Sorrell as General Manager of the marina in Limassol, Cyprus. Paul's recent positions include Marina Manager at Al Bandar Marina, Abu Dhabi, Harbour Master at Dubai Marina Yacht Club and Marina Manager at Cabarita Point, Sydney Harbour. Read More
Job opening for experienced project managers at Lanka Marine
Tuesday, 6 March 2012Because of business expansion Lanka Marine, a leading Italian company specialised in supplying natural stone to private homes, superyachts, and aircraft interiors, is looking for two skilled and knowledgeable project managers. The project managers will be the link between designers and interior outfitters, and their role is to plan, execute, and finalise projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. Read More
Two new faces at Northrop & Johnson
Tuesday, 6 March 2012Northrop & Johnson is delighted to announce the arrival of two new faces at the company. John Jay Mouligné joined as Sales Broker and Karina Lopez as Marketing Director. Although a newcomer to Northrop & Johnson, John Jay has been on, in, our around the water his entire life. Read More
Remco Zeevaarder to represent Seaway Powell Marine Ltd
Thursday, 1 March 2012Seaway Powell Marine Ltd has announced that Remco Zeevaarder will be representing them in the future in relation to marine equipments and hydraulic systems in the yacht and super yacht sectors. Seaway Powell Marine Ltd specialises in the design, manufacture and through-life support of top quality marine hydraulic systems and captive and other winches for the yacht and super yacht industry. Read More
Camper & Nicholsons International appoints new Director of Marketing
Monday, 6 February 2012Camper & Nicholsons International have announced the appointment of Daniel Ziriakus as Camper & Nicholsons' new Director of Marketing. Daniel, who is originally from Munich but has been residing in the US for the last nine years, will begin his new role this February. Daniel has a Bachelor of Science in Advertising & Design and an MBA from the University of Miami with specialisation in Strategic Marketing & Branding. Read More
Seakeeper appoints new field service manager
Friday, 3 February 2012Citing a rapidly growing worldwide market for its gyro stabilization products, Seakeeper has named Steve Shaw its newest field service manager. Originally from the UK, Shaw has 16 years of experience in the US marine industry. He most recently served as the head of service for a large East Coast shipyard. Read More
MTN Satellite Communications appoints new Chief Financial Officer
Tuesday, 31 January 2012MTN Satellite Communications (MTN), provider of communications, connectivity and content services to remote locations around the world, announced that it has appointed Margaret (Peg) E. Grayson as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As CFO, Ms. Grayson will play an integral role directing MTN’s financial operations, but will also act as a trusted advisor to Errol Olivier, MTN’s President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), on homeland security-related issues. Read More
Mondo Marine shareholders appoint new CEO
Monday, 30 January 2012Mondo Marine's shareholders have appointed Roberto Zambrini, aged 54, as Chief Executive Officer of Mondo Marine SpA and Mondo Marine Engineering Srl. Marco Stroppiana will retain the position of Chairman of Mondo Marine SpA. In 2005 mr. Zambrini entered the marine sector as Managing Director of Sanlorenzo SpA, followed in 2008 by being appointed Managing Director of Cantieri di Pisa. Read More
Horizon Yachts appoints new Service Manager
Friday, 27 January 2012
Horizon Yachts Inc, the U.S. East Coast office for Horizon Group, has announced the appointment of Jim Castengera as Service Manager; in his new position, Mr. Castengera will be responsible for providing service and support to Horizon owners and captains along the U.S. East Coast. Mr. Castengera brings with him a wealth of expertise. Read More
John Clayman appointed to the board of U.S. Superyacht Association
Thursday, 26 January 2012John Clayman, President of Seaton Yachts of Newport, accepted his appointment to the board of directors during the U.S. Superyacht Association, annual meeting. The meeting was held at Bahia Mar Marina, during the Ft. Lauderdale boat show. Read More
Derecktor appoints role of sales development and client relations
Wednesday, 18 January 2012Derecktor Shipyards has announce the appointment of Doug Morrison to the role of sales development and client relations. Doug will be based in Florida and can be contacted with enquiries regarding yacht service or new construction at any of Derecktor's facilities. Read More
Global Services expands Palma operation
Wednesday, 18 January 2012
Qualified marine engineer Paul Madeley joins the Global Services team in Palma to support both operational yachts and refit projects in the area. His solid superyacht engineering background ensures he is well placed to help and advise crew and management teams on effective procurement for engineering equipment and supplies. Read More
MTN appoints new President and Chief Executive Officer
Tuesday, 10 January 2012MTN Satellite Communications (MTN) has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Errol Olivier to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr. Olivier most recently served as the company’s President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr. Olivier has over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. Read More
C-Quip appoints new sales and marketing manager
Friday, 30 April 2010Claire Boggiss has been appointed sales and marketing manager at C-Quip International, a NZ manufacturer of custom designed carbon fibre boarding equipment for the marine industry. The position is her first ashore after almost a decade on the Oceans. Read More
