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For our latest edition of Entrepreneur in Yachting for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/issue-48-superyacht-times-newspaper" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Issue 48</a> of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, Francesca Webster sat down with Josh Richardson, Founder and CEO of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders &amp; Toys</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303861/image/large-4aed28d1595ca94dd8dbe8c2f1ee84d4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303861">Can you share the inspiration and vision behind the founding of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tender and Toys</a> (SYTT)?&nbsp;Essentially it was due to a need for a go-to company offering management consultancy and procurement for tenders and toys on a new-build project I was working on as a yacht manager. As I could not find anyone who offered what I needed, I thought it was something the world needed! Turns out it did – phew! The tenders and toys had always been a specific area of interest for me as a previous captain and a yacht manager, and I believed I had a very specific skill set which others could use on their projects! Prior to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">SYTT</a> I was Chief Instructor of a yacht training school, so had a huge amount of experience in all manner of craft. I also had a job driving boats in films, followed by captaining various sailboats between the UK and NZ, followed by a few years working for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Robinson (Company)">Hill Robinson Yacht Management</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303864/image/large-056c07999a8a74c083bc6d9ac61fd644.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303864">Could you elaborate on some key milestones and challenges that have shaped the company's journey so far?&nbsp;Initially it was just my wife and I working from home but very quickly we grew with seemingly large steps such as getting offices, warehousing and growing our staff. In recent years with Brexit, covid and the Ukraine war this has certainly caused some additional challenges. Some of these are positive, such as us setting up a Monaco company and extending our warehousing to Nice to cater for EU clients.We were ahead of the market (first to market) in the offering we were doing as a business when we set up and that certainly helped us grow as a business. Typical tenders onboard yachts were a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Novurania (Company)">Novurania</a> or a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zodiac Maritime Ltd. (Company)">Zodiac</a> and toys were usually a Jet Ski and towable. As we know this has greatly changed, with tenders and toys being critical to the enjoyment and marketing of a yacht, with a typical 50 metre spending approximately €100k on a new-build toys setup and yachts having multiple, often custom yacht tenders, limousines and chase boats. In the very early days, many tender manufacturers were unknown and poorly marketed, and our experience made a huge difference in helping guide clients into the best craft for their needs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303865/image/large-c67e542ebaca2327d33f9f53256808f2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303865">In terms of milestones one significant one was where we won a Queen's Award and met the Royals at Buckingham Palace in 2017. We also won numerous other awards such as the British Marine Federation (BMF) Best Marine Business to work for, BMF Business of the Year and Sunday Times Fasttrack awards showing company growth. Other milestones are some large new-build orders which we got a lot of PR and marketing from. We have been lucky to work with some innovative owners and an example which instantly springs to mind is the original Ulysses U107 (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andromeda107.4m (352'4&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2016">Andromeda</a>) and U116 (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Multiverse116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Multiverse</a>) made by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven</a>. On these we completed the full tenders and toy outfitting, showcasing what it is we do. We are now involved in a lot of large new-builds in a similar capacity. In truth, the larger the project the more value we add and are often considered an extension to a new-build team.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203481/image/large-f2ec189e8856bb169bf1f545e7f7c8b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203481">How has the company evolved to meet the changing demands of the industry?&nbsp;There have been several changes over the years to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">SYTT</a> and we are now a Group of companies. This includes:&nbsp;• <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shipyard Supply co (Company)">Shipyard Supply Co</a>, setup in 2018, specifically aimed at manufacturing and selling our own deck equipment out of our Suffolk, UK HQ. This includes transom fenders, carbon pillar fenders, tender whips and more.• Incorporating <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">SYTT</a> MC in 2019, our Monaco business, required due to Brexit but also setup to increase our presence to operational yachts and toy rental in the Med.• Launching <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> boats in 2021, our own brand of aluminium adventure yacht tenders.• Bringing to market our own Superyacht Inflatables, manufactured in the EU and made from a recyclable TPU instead of PVC.&nbsp;A constant theme with our businesses has been the development to offer what the market is after and adjust what we offer to suit, constantly being in evolution. The requests we got back in 2011 are very different to what we now receive. An example of this is that we used to get asked to populate a tender garage and had a very loose brief. Nowadays people are more educated and know specifically what they want. One significant change for us as a business is that now, in 2023, an increasing number of clients are after a manufacturer direct relationship. This is partly due to price, to ensure the best value, service and communication. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221830/image/large-dcfd9578fc59eae1b469069b3c099f14.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221830">As the CEO, what strategies have you employed to foster a culture of innovation within the company?Innovation has been easy! Clients simply ask us to develop new things, whether that be products or services. In terms of personnel we are a very relaxed office and everyone mucks in at all levels. Office doors are always open and both Claire and I have always shared all information throughout the company. This is done face to face but we also share info internally on newsletters, days out and corporate events. Everyone is as important as each other, that is why we have things such as company wide bonuses, which are the same value if junior admin to senior management.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303862/image/large-e593931158c77696b4e0c14e5b233bca.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303862">Are there any strategic partnerships or collaborations that have played a significant role in the growth and success of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tender and Toys</a>?&nbsp;There are a number of ones here, and thinking about this they mostly rotate around who we like, are friends with and trust. Exceptional relationships on the tenders side have been <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribeye Tenders (Company)">Ribeye</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Compass Tenders Ltd (Company)">Compass</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4611" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Argo Navis (Company)">Argo Navis</a>. On the toys side it is hard to look past JOBE, Watersports World and Flite.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tender and Toys</a>&nbsp;has expanded its scope beyond traditional yacht toys. Can you share insights into the diversification of the company's offerings and how this has contributed to its overall success?&nbsp;There are actually a few ways to answer this. We made our name back in 2011 being a one stop shop. Whether this be fenders, toys, tenders, ropes, gym equipment, procurement and much more. I remember us shipping bottled water around the world for one yacht! We have however had a mini reset in recent years and we now do not market ourselves like this. We no longer do procurement of anything other than tenders and toys. We are very good at what we do, often being seen as a management consultancy and having unique industry experience and do not want to compete with procurement companies selling toilet rolls, crockery, cushions and filters. This change was mainly due to a combination of seeing which products do well for us as a business. Procurement was the worst and one which no staff enjoyed. Since making this change, which felt quite brave at the time, profits have more than doubled in three years and clients are respecting us as the authority on all things tenders and toys.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303867/image/large-189d771c72cd6c82c98a9ecb6a4cbdef.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303867">What exciting developments and innovations can we expect from&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tender and Toys</a>&nbsp;in the near future?&nbsp;We have some great new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> tenders soon to hit the water in 2024. These include a 11 metre owners landing craft, a 9.3 metre and 7.5 metre beachlander, some inflatable landing crafts and an electric RIB. Other than that we are involved in almost all large yacht builds delivered from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> and others. On the fun front we are working on plans to cycle across the channel on a hydrofoiling bike and skydive from a helicopter in Monaco!Finally, what advice would you give to prospective entrepreneurs in this sector?I would tell them it is terrible, you will never earn money and to look for a different sector! Go and sell crew uniforms or something! Regardless of which sector however, if you work harder, longer and are determined at something you enjoy, then you have all the foundation blocks to be successful.&nbsp;This article is featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/issue-48-superyacht-times-newspaper" target="_blank">Issue 48</a>&nbsp;of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.&nbsp;

Josh Richardson of Superyacht Tenders & Toys 

For our latest Entrepreneur in Yachting, we sat down with Josh Richardson of Superyacht Tenders and Toys.

"I couldn't find anyone who offered what I needed, so I created it!" CEO Josh Richardson of SYTT

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM tenders</a> are built differently. Geared for outlandish, hardcore adventures the series needs to be tough and ready for anything – but that’s not all that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a> has written into their DNA.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a> has a heightened awareness of its environmental responsibility, and has sought out a number of avenues to reduce its footprint with its “go-anywhere” explorer series. Otherwise, doesn’t it leave a rather sour aftertaste if the price of getting to natural enclaves of outstanding beauty is damaging? <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/242734/image/large-cec62b966ff99961f4fb2290e704df57.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/242734">To ensure the series doesn’t damper the flames of adrenaline, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> opted for aluminium in lieu of GRP. For one, GRP-built vessels rely on non recyclable, sometimes single use composite moulds. These vessels pack a punch but they have been carefully crafted to reduce the carbon footprint of both the construction, and afterlife of the vessels. By building in aluminium, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a> can create a steel rig for construction that can be reused over and over again; it can also be adjusted and made into different sizes, depending on a given project’s needs.&nbsp;Building ‘SUVs of the sea’ is our ethos,” Richard Booth, Senior Project and Sales Manager of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a>, said. “We feel that aluminium gives you that little bit extra. It's a tough material and it can be fixed easily. If you run it up a beach somewhere you're not that worried about it. It's a very robust material. But what we love about it is the natural elements of it. GRP and fibreglass are man made and you just can't get you can't get rid of that stuff. It stays around forever, whereas with aluminium you can reuse every element of it.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/242733/image/large-b8b4e7535a1e910bf43a36387e87a02a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/242733">I quizzed Richard about current supply chain issues and how Superyacht Tenders and Toys can mitigate risks for their clients: “bulk buying,” is the key. It’s also the more sustainable route as they’re not reliant on numerous, just-in-time deliveries. “We typically have a reserve of enough material to build five boats, which allows us to keep production running,” Richard confirmed.While <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> tenders are working to be more ‘eco-conscious’, Superyacht Tenders and Toys is striving to be as environmentally savvy as possible. “Recycling is key for us,” Booth explained. “And our plan is that over time as we build more is to reprocess and reuse our materials. We’re still in the early stages of this, but we’re trying to get to a point where we use as much recycled materials as possible; aluminium is then great for us as it can be used an infinite number of times.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207952/image/large-720562e95bfa77edaeb689eedbaa29ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207952"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a> has ripped the lid of possibilities open with its line of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM tenders</a> – that, as the name suggests, is designed for roaming – and can deliver one in just six months. The series comprises Shadow vessels, RIBS and landing crafts, which are all available in different sizes and iterations. Each <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM tender</a> they deliver is curated for its client and can be altered in any way – another beauty of aluminium. This flexibility is a huge advantage for storage too, as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM tenders</a> can be adapted for an owner’s specific garage space.&nbsp;

ROAM tenders 

Superyacht Tenders and Toys are passionate about making their ROAM tender series as environmentally friendly as possible.

Hardcore exploration: ROAM tenders are built differently

A rundown of the yacht business news in March

The SuperYacht Times Synopsis, as brought to you by SYT iQ, gives you the rundown of the top business stories and market reports from last month.   

SYT Synopsis: A rundown of March 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> has released the new renderings for a 35-metre expedition vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shadow 25.5m (83'8&quot;)">ROAM 35 Shadow</a>. The new design has seen the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> working hard behind the scenes to expand their line of tenders and support yachts to create their largest support vessel at the company to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219887/image/large-7916f69294f0181538949b0cd7279ba1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219887">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shadow 25.5m (83'8&quot;)">ROAM 35 Shadow</a> has been developed in collaboration with a team of highly regarded and experienced naval architects and designers. She prioritises functionality over comfort with a stripped back interior accommodating a crew of only six. Interior configurations and decor can be left to the discretion of its owner. The result is an affordable yet stylish support yacht that gives owners a chance to make the necessary changes so that it suits their requirements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219890/image/large-fe90166d964b5bcf85059f830a7f450b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219890">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> Shadow series also features a 24-metre and 27.5-metre option, but the addition of the 35-metre came at the request of a client looking to store a 50-foot race boat. This support yacht prioritises tender, toy, vehicle and submersible storage, but other upgrades can be included to meet the owners requests. These include space for a touch-and-go helipad, increased accommodation and a vast open deck area with a higher lifting capacity crane.&nbsp;Josh Richardson, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> stated that “There are no compromises with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shadow 25.5m (83'8&quot;)">ROAM 35</a>! Space and range restrictions don’t apply, so this vessel ticks every box, there is pretty much nothing that it can’t take.”Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM Tenders: the true 4x4’s of the sea (2021-11-01 09:45:00 +0100)">Tenders: the true 4x4’s of the sea</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219889/image/large-57e8300c1e6a853c4e4c4f08fc125ca7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219889"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> are able to utilise the owners needs with these unique capabilities, with some of her notable features including a large viewing deck and socialising area, a huge deck of 124-metre squared, folding bulwarks to create additional deck space and her hydraulic platform for tenders. This hydraulic platform raises and lowers to the swim platform and can lift up to 1000kg, which means Jet Skis, inflatables and other toys can be launched from the vessel without the need for a crane.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219888/image/large-7c36082d1bb187e4bac3291457984f6b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219888">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> Shadow series is built from aluminium and the propulsion package on the 24 metre model consists of twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> 1350 horsepower engines for a top speed of 22 knots.

35m ROAM Shadow unveiled

ROAM has released the new renderings for a 35m expedition vessel, Shadow. The new design is the company’s largest support vessel to date.

ROAM unveils their largest support vessel in the Shadow series, ROAM 35

Thrill seekers and pioneering extraordinaires have long outstripped the capabilities of their tenders and have been confined by their limits – the wings of possibilities clipped. That is until recently, anyway. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a>, with its newly launched line of go-anywhere tenders and support yachts, has inverted the question to once again challenge owners: how far can your boat push you? &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207964/image/large-e37039633dce65d4b916af3cf16adfbb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207964">Running under the umbrella of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> harnesses its parent company’s expertise in elegance and style and infuses hard-core rugged capabilities into its vessels. The brand is also steadfast in its commitment to delivering a dual-S spear of style and safety. With <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> not only can owners reach the uncharted, they can do so in comfort, in style, and most importantly they’ll get there safely. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207956/image/large-6e919415fbeafe750f0913057a692da8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207956">“There was a gap in the market for robust, dependable and true 4x4’s of the sea,” Josh Richardson, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> said. That is exactly what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> has created with its three ranges: the high-speed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> Shadow catamaran that can hit speeds of 27 knots; the highly capable and seaworthy <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> RIB sisters that are available either at 8 or 10-metres in length; and a whole range of inflatable landing crafts that add even more flex to flexibility. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207959/image/large-293fe61d385b3198e9be0f166e0ace89.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207959"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> Shadow is the largest in the line-up and is offered in either a 24-metre or a 27.5-metre package. In terms of unique capabilities, “she speaks for herself,” naval architect Dusan Antic said. She’s loud, versatile and can happily weigh in with all heavy lifting thanks to her crane with a six-tonne capacity. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> Shadow also has heaps of space so that water sports equipment and toys can be carried anywhere you need them.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207958/image/large-bff7b762cc45bd0ffc0fb7a413630a26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207958">At the other end of things is the 5-metre landing craft which can be deflated and rolled around its transom for convenient storage – ideal for yacht owners who are pressed for space. Each landing craft is made from military-grade fabrics and can withstand the most demanding and harsh conditions. The team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> ran some rigorous tests to ensure that the landing craft can always handle much more than its users can. “We even had the military throw one unit out of an aeroplane with a quad bike and a parachute attached,” Josh Richardson said.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207953/image/large-478e4f8dd0c50cdf4cf974dbee1d4b77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207953">“We not only wanted to offer a unique, turnkey package which provides robust, all-weather tenders that can carry all toys but also provide a sense of uniformity through all models to make maintenance more convenient.” Capitalising further on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a>’s commitment to delivering style and safety every time. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207952/image/large-720562e95bfa77edaeb689eedbaa29ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207952"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> offers its range in GRP, aluminium, composite or as an inflatable. With such a significant team of in-house designers, engineers and technicians, all builds are completed start-to-finish from the brand’s team – no subcontractors are ever involved. That is except for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> Shadow which, due to its size, is entrusted to the company’s partnered shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vahali Shipyards (Company)">Vahali</a>. What’s more, all toys are tailored to the needs of each owner and vessel. They will also be supplied from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a>’s parent company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders and Toys</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207960/image/large-37d6005b7cc3afd6fb727a7ec40c8351.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207960">“There is no comparable set of vessels designed for the adventurous owner who wishes to go off the beaten track and explore. Whatever the weather, wherever it is being used there is no better tender or yacht support vessel for delivering the adventure,” Richardson concluded.The whole range of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ROAM (Company)">ROAM</a> can be purchased at either the Monaco or UK office. Richardson also confirmed that there are three more models currently in the pipeline. News of this will be announced on the company's website. &nbsp;

ROAM tenders are the SUVs of the sea

ROAM has launched a line of go-anywhere tenders and support yachts which expand the horizon of extreme possibilities.