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The month of October presented a double milestone for the International Yacht Bureau (IYB) as it celebrated its 5th anniversary and welcomed the 450th yacht into its Register of Yachts. Since its official launch in October of 2006, IYB has experienced unprecedented growth through the statutory certification of private and commercial yachts on behalf of the world’s leading yacht registries. From its simple beginnings in the yachting capital of the world, Fort Lauderdale, IYB has expanded to 35 locations in the Americas, Europe, and Asia with surveyor availability in every major yachting location worldwide. This network is backed by a team of master mariners, naval architects, and marine engineers experienced in the complex world of maritime regulations, but dedicated solely to yachts. Capt. Jake DesVergers, Chief Surveyor at IYB said, “From our very first yacht, we developed an organization that responds to each customer’s individual needs, while ensuring that they also meet any and all flag‐state requirements.” IYB received its original delegation by the Republic of the Marshall Islands. It now represents more than ten yachting registries as flag‐state inspectors and surveyors. Capt. DesVergers comments, “As I say to both the flags we represent and the yachts we inspect, their success is our success. If they fail, then IYB has failed with them. This anniversary is because of the partnership with have with our clients and the flags. It is the enormous level of trust that they have instilled in us that allows us to celebrate this milestone.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137284/image/large-ca8e49e6673a9a9ef2a04df4abc47cf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/135745">Simultaneously, IYB welcomed its newest commercial yacht and 450th yacht into the Register, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3515">Penny Mae</a>. Built to ABS class in 2004 by Richmond Yachts, the 44 metre motor yacht completed the required surveys and plan review for certification as a commercial yacht under the Marshall Islands flag. A busy winter season is planned, followed by charters this summer in Europe. She is under the command of Capt. Richard McGregor. International Yacht Bureau (IYB) +1 954 596 2728 <a href="mailto:survey@yachtbureau.org?subject=International%20Yacht%20Bureau%20%28IYB%29%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">survey@yachtbureau.org</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtbureau.org/">www.yachtbureau.org</a>

IYB celebrates 5 year anniversary and welcomes 450th yacht

Lazzara’s 24 metre yacht Awol was delivered to the owner a few days ago and is currently enjoying an inaugural cruise through the Bahamas. She will then head down under to her permanent residence in Australia. Built at the company’s Tampa yard, the Lazzara‐designed Awol is the 22nd in the LSX 78 series of yachts, but the first of which to be certified by IYB as a commercial yacht under the Marshall Islands’ flag. In anticipation of charter operations in Queensland, Awol was also built for compliance with the Australia National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV). The revolutionary design of Awol incorporates three decks with berthing for ten people. She is powered by four 435 hp Volvo Penta IPS engines offering 1298 kW and has a top speed of 29 knots. Plan review, surveys, and commercial certification were completed by the IYB Survey Station at Fort Lauderdale. Project coordination was led by Mr. Fabrizio Loi, President of InterYachting, LLC. International Yacht Bureau (IYB) is an independent organization dedicated to the safety, environmental protection, and security activities of private and commercial yachts. International Yacht Bureau (IYB) +1 954 596 2728 <a href="mailto:survey@yachtbureau.org?subject=International%20Yacht%20Bureau%20%28IYB%29%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">survey@yachtbureau.org</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtbureau.org/">www.yachtbureau.org</a>

IYB announces commercial certification of yacht Awol

International Yacht Bureau (IYB) announces its SafeYACHT Program to help yachts prepare for the increase in port state control inspections this summer in Europe. Effective 01‐January‐2011, the member states of the Paris MOU implemented a New Inspection Regime (NIR). With the introduction of the NIR, the Paris MOU changed its target of inspecting 25% of individual ships calling at each Member State to a shared commitment for full coverage (100%) of inspecting all ships visiting ports and anchorages in the Paris MOU region as a whole. “We have already seen a number of yachts boarded during the winter months,” stated Capt. Jake DesVergers, Chief Surveyor for IYB. “Yachts are not familiar with this type of merchant ship inspection. It can be a real shock if not prepared.” IYB, through its experience as a flag‐state inspection agency, engages its worldwide network of surveyors to provide yacht crew with a basic familiarization of port state control. This involves a combined 1‐day training and simulated inspection on board. Using the same procedures and checklists utilized by European inspectors, IYB surveyors orient the crew to the types of questions and problem areas normally identified. Yacht crew are also provided with certain key words and the knowledge to reasonably converse with the inspector to explain how particular ship regulations may or may not be applicable to their yacht, thus expediting the process and avoiding any delays to the owner or charterer. International Yacht Bureau (IYB) is an independent organization dedicated to the safety, environmental protection, and security activities of private and commercial yachts. With its appointment by various flag‐states, IYB provides statutory certification services through plan review, inspection, audit, and survey. IYB is authorized to issue certificates verifying compliance with the applicable international standards, including ISM and ISPS certification.International Yacht Bureau (IYB) +1 954 596 2728 <a href="mailto:survey@yachtbureau.org?subject=International%20Yacht%20Bureau%20%28IYB%29%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">survey@yachtbureau.org</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtbureau.org/">www.yachtbureau.org</a>

International Yacht Bureau (IYB) announces Safe Yacht program

International Yacht Bureau (IYB) recently finalized an agreement with the Italian classification society RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) to cooperate on their behalf as nonexclusive surveyors. The level of specialized flag-state inspection knowledge in private and commercial yachts offered by IYB will compliment the vast experience that RINA already provides to the yachting industry. “This new level of cooperation provides enormous benefits to yachts, including the harmonization of flag-state and class surveys,” stated Capt. Jake DesVergers, Chief Surveyor for IYB. “Our network of 35 survey stations will be trained on the specific rules for RINA-classed yachts, thus allowing our yacht-experienced surveyors to provide the Society with representation in the world’s main yachting locations.” International Yacht Bureau (IYB) is an independent organization dedicated to the safety, environmental protection, and security activities of private and commercial yachts. With its appointment by various flag-states, IYB provides statutory certification services through plan review, inspection, audit, and survey. IYB is authorized to issue certificates verifying compliance with the applicable international standards, including ISM and ISPS certification. RINA has been responsible for ship classification and certification since its establishment in 1861. A founding member of IACS, RINA is authorized to act on behalf of the Italian Administration in accordance with EU Directive 94/57 and by approximately 70 other flag administrations, including all of the major yacht registries.International Yacht Bureau (IYB) +1 954 596 2728 <a href="mailto:survey@yachtbureau.org?subject=International%20Yacht%20Bureau%20%28IYB%29%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">survey@yachtbureau.org</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtbureau.org">www.yachtbureau.org</a>

International Yacht Bureau signs agreement as surveyors with RINA

International Yacht Bureau (IYB) recently finalized the commercial certification of the Marshall Islands‐flagged motor yacht Golden Compass, a 151’ / 46m built by Cantieri Navali Picchioti and previously known as Southerly. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129067/image/large-edb4d03ddc6b1fd56d9516e6bf59cecb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126373">This internationally recognized approval for safety and pollution prevention allows the superyacht to operate as a commercially‐registered yacht. The series of intensive plan reviews, hull and machinery examinations, safety and lifesaving equipment inspections, and crew skills’ demonstrations were completed during an extensive refit under the supervision of surveyors from IYB. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/32642">Golden Compass</a> is commanded by Capt. Fernando Silvano. Yacht Management and shoreside support are provided by International Yacht Collection. Naval architecture services, including testing and documentation for the stability information book, were provided by Murray &amp; Associates of Fort Lauderdale. International Yacht Bureau (IYB) is an organization dedicated to the safety, environmental protection, and security activities of private and commercial yachts. With its appointment, International Yacht Bureau provides statutory certification services through plan review, inspection, audit, and survey. It is authorized to issue certificates verifying compliance with the applicable international standards, including ISM and ISPS certification. IYB has an established network of professional surveyors stationed at the world’s main yachting centers. International Yacht Bureau (IYB) Capt. Jake DesVergers +1 954 596 2728 <a href="mailto:survey@yachtbureau.org?subject=M/Y%20Golden%20Compass%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">survey@yachtbureau.org</a>   <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtbureau.org">www.yachtbureau.org</a>

International Yacht Bureau finalizes commercial certification for 42m superyacht

International Yacht Bureau (IYB) recently finalized the commercial certification of the Marshall Islands‐flagged motor yacht Caryali, an 86’ Nordhavn yacht. This internationally recognized approval for safety and pollution prevention allows the yacht to operate as a commercially‐registered yacht. She is the first Nordhavn Yacht to achieve this status worldwide. The series of intensive plan reviews, hull and machinery examinations, safety and lifesaving equipment inspections, and crew skills demonstrations were completed over several months under the supervision of surveyors from IYB. Caryali is commanded by Capt. Adam Steel. International Yacht Bureau is an organization dedicated to the safety, environmental protection, and security activities of private and commercial yachts. With its appointment, International Yacht Bureau provides statutory certification services through plan review, inspection, audit, and survey. It is authorized to issue certificates verifying compliance with the applicable international standards. IYB has an established network of professional surveyors at the world’s main yachting centers. International Yacht Bureau +1 954 596 2728 <a href="mailto:survey@yachtbureau.org?subject=International%20Yacht%20Bureau%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">survey@yachtbureau.org</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtbureau.org">www.yachtbureau.org</a>

First Nordhavn yacht achieves commercial certification

International Yacht Bureau (IYB) recently finalized the commercial certification of the Marshall Islands‐flagged motor yacht Monaliza, a 140’ Westship Yacht. This internationally recognized approval for safety and pollution prevention allows the yacht to operate as a commercially‐registered yacht. She is the first Westship Yacht to achieve this status worldwide. The series of intensive plan reviews, hull and machinery examinations, safety and lifesaving equipment inspections, and crew skills’ demonstrations were completed over several months under the supervision of surveyors from IYB. Monaliza is commanded by Capt. Scot Rosburg. Naval architecture services, including testing and documentation for the stability information book, were provided by Murray &amp; Associates of Fort Lauderdale. International Yacht Bureau is an organization dedicated to the safety, environmental protection, and security activities of private and commercial yachts. With its appointment, International Yacht Bureau provides statutory certification services through plan review, inspection, audit, and survey. It is authorized to issue certificates verifying compliance with the applicable international standards. IYB has an established network of professional surveyors at the world’s main yachting centers. Murray &amp; Associates is a full service naval architecture and marine engineering firm. Murray and Associates’ services include consulting and new design services for both yachts as well as commercial shipping clients; our expert team of degreed and licensed professional engineers have completed over 600 projects on yachts ranging from 8‐meters to over 100‐meters in length. The Monaliza project marked the approval of Murray and Associates 61st stability information booklet.