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Insight: How to navigate the festive season on board a yacht
By Georgia Tindale With its twinkling lights, turkeys, singing and snow, Christmas is often dubbed ‘the most wonderful time of the year’. However, the lived reality of Christmas and the wi...
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The future of automation in the yachting industry
As technology continues to advance, automation is likely to play a significant role in shaping the future of the yachting industry. From automated navigation systems to robots that can assist with mai...
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The future of the yachting industry
The yachting industry has come a long way since the days of luxury sailing vessels reserved for the wealthy elite. Today, yachting has evolved into a diverse and dynamic industry that caters to a wide...
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The Superyacht Survey 2022 by Yotspot and Faststream
Welcome to the annual Superyacht Survey (2022) brought to you by Yotspot – The leading jobs board in the yachting industry.. and Faststream Recruitment Group . A total of 556 Superyacht Crew too...
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Everything You Need to Know About the Most Expensive Custom-Built Yacht in the World Owned by Billionaire Abramovich
By Maxine Rodrigues Valued at a hefty $600 million, mega yacht Solaris is the size of 1.3 football pitches measuring 140 meters. As if that’s not impressive enough, Solaris carries 60 crew membe...
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How the Russian Invasion of Ukraine is Impacting Superyacht Crew
By Maxine Rodrigues Ukraine is currently facing the devastating war crisis inflicted by Russia, and it is no secret of the sanctions imposed upon Russian oligarchs and their assets. However, by nation...
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6 Ways Technology is Improving Boat Operations
Technology is improving boat operations in many ways. One of the most important areas where technology has significantly impacted boat operations is safety and navigation. The ability to communicate w...
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Seafarers Travelling to the UK (Latest Covid-19 rules)
Seamen and masters and inspectors and surveyors of ships Before travel to England You need to complete the passenger locator form before you travel to the UK, if you travel in a part of the vessel tha...
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PYA Launches the Digital Service Record Book (D-SRB)
PYA Launch Digital Service Record Book (D-SRB) The world has seen a rapid acceleration towards the use of online and digital systems across multiple industries, with yachting being no exception....
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Superyacht Crew Eligible for Seafarers’ Earnings Deduction
Calling all UK residents. Did you know that even though you might be working overseas, if you’re a registered UK resident you’re still required to file a self-assessment tax return? ...
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What’s the impact of Brexit on UK Superyacht crew?
Ok, so we’re the other side of Brexit. UK is no longer part of the EU. And UK crew working on superyachts and shoreside around the world have questions. We hope the following helps answer ...
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