Introduction to the Superyacht Industry
- Introduction to the Superyacht Industry
- Defining a superyacht
- Historical development
- Where we are today
- Different parts of the industry
- An overview of superyacht management
Ownership Structures
- Different types of ownership structures
- Offshore jurisdictions
- Reasons for using a corporate structure
- Private “v” commercial registry
Personnel – Recruitment, Induction, Motivation, Training and Retention
- Superyacht sizes and the impact on crew
- Maritime Labour Convention
- Recruitment and career development
- Qualifications
Logistics of Superyacht Management
- The main cruising areas
- The out of season lay up areas
- Critical equipment
- Food and beverage
- Crew transport
- Guest transport
Management of Safety
- Applicable regulations
- SOLAS, ISM and LY2/3
- Passenger Yacht Code 13-36
- Crew function
- Managing the owner’s expectations
Management of Security
- SOLAS and ISPS
- Physical security
- Close protection
- Firearms