United States

Bluewater Designs, Inc.

Bluewater have added motor yacht Amadeus to their charter fleet. The 2008 and 21.95m sunseeker has been designed with the discerning customer in mind, and has been customised to the highest standard. Its interiors boast American walnut satin and a chic colour scheme. The yacht is fully air conditioned with ample selection of water toys and a spacious aft deck complete with upholstered seating and a wet bar, creating a perfect environment for entertaining.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/148111/image/large-d3caf0c15a62f9d0082eedf0bbbdb992.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/148111">An aft sunbathing area, large sun pads on the foredeck, beautiful alfresco and interior dining areas and a large hydraulic swim platform all combine to make Amadeus the perfect location to enjoy the splendours of the Mediterranean for up to 6 guests in 3 stunning cabins.The cruising area is the South of France with a charter rate of €22,500 per week year round, inclusive of VAT and all expenses.By Gemma Fottles

Amadeus joins Bluewater charter fleet

Bluewater have welcomed the stunning S/Y Aegir to their charter fleet. Built by Carbon Ocean Yachts and winner of the International Superyacht Society Design Awards, Boat of the Year 24m-40m, 2011, Aegir can do what many others promise, but cannot achieve.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/148095/image/large-2132b26b956f0e83972d21ee43e7d2f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/148095">Aegir is built completely out of carbon fibre, with a warm and contemporary interior and ample deck space for sunbathing and al fresco dining. The state of the art sailing systems and superior design will allow guests to sail when other boats cannot, giving the genuine experience of a true high performance cruiser, where the highest comfort and service are not compromised.Built in 2010 , the yacht is in “like new” condition , and offers accommodation for up to 6 guests in 2 double and 1 twin cabins, all with ensuite shower rooms. Inside, she features a warm and contemporary interior , and outside flush deck s are fitted with sun pads, cushions and beanbags, and a large Bimini over the boom covers most of the deck.Bluewater Jim Acher +34 667 678 357 <a href="mailto:jim@bluewateryachting.com">jim@bluewateryachting.com</a> <a href="http://www.bluewateryachting.com">www.bluewateryachting.com</a>

Bluewater welcomes Aegir to their charter fleet

The Bluewater training team has announced that from the 1st of April 2014, the company will be offering a 5 day entry programme in association with the Interior Training Academy, run by Abacus &amp; March.With the Interior Training Academy, established in 2013, the company will be offering a 5 day entry programme which comprises three of the GUEST entry level qualifications. GUEST certification, is the industry standard for interior qualifictions, and stands for the Guidelines of Unified Excellence in Service Training. The certification route was introduced to the industry in 2012 by the Professional Yachting Association (the PYA).The three entry level modules covered by the ‘Entry Programme’ are the Interior Introduction, Interior Basic Food Service and the Wine &amp; Cocktail Introduction, which are all valuable skills needed to be an effective yacht crew member.In addition to the entry level qualifications offered in the training villa on the Cap d’Antibes, Bluewater will be offering a more bespoke training onboard for interior teams that would like to raise the standards that they are offering onboard. These courses can cover an array of different elements from housekeeping to service, etiquette and operations. Terry Gilmore of the Interior Trainig Academy comments, “I feel that this is the time to provide professional first class teaching methods to interior crew, where it is so badly needed. We are looking forward to developing the relationship between ourselves and Bluewater to give interior crew a chance to take their skills to the level expected in this industry.”Bluewater Lizzie Irving +33 611 70 04 05 <a href="mailto:lizzie@bluewateryachting.com">lizzie@bluewateryachting.com</a> <a href="http://www.bluewateryachting.com">www.bluewateryachting.com</a>