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Pinmar Yacht Supply introduces initiative with Ecoworks Marine
The in-store refill station for the EcoYacht Wash product helps to reduce the use of single-use plastics
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10 Jun 2021
Risks surrounding lithium-ion batteries on board
A look back at the conclusions drawn from the fire on board M/Y Kanga in 2018
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09 Jun 2021
Increasing number of crew looking to unlimited certification
One such crewmember discusses the condensed experienced-seafarer route to an OOW Unlimited ticket
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07 Jun 2021
Elevating the helicopter tug game
Helicopters offer a seamless way to move between the shore and a yacht. However, the requirements and facilities associated with them are a complex component of daily operations. Tiger Tugs, a company based in Oregon, USA, aims to alleviate the issues fac
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21 May 2021
One to One: Chris Wood
Chris Wood of Safeguard Helidecks discusses aviation safety, best practice and the future of an evolving market
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15 Apr 2021
What does the future hold for superyacht aviation?
Chris Wood, Operations Manager at Safeguard Helideck Certification shares his thoughts
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15 Feb 2021
MAIB publishes accident report into Vision and Minx collision
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch looks into the lessons learned from the fatal 2019 incident
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28 Jan 2021
Döhle Yachts supports aspiring superyacht officers
A cadet training programme offers opportunities for young people starting a career on superyachts
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13 Oct 2020
SuperyachtNews COVID-19 Advisory – MCA issues certification guidance
The MCA’s COVID-19 contingency plan provides exemptions for those renewing or updating STCW training
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06 Apr 2020
SuperyachtNews COVID-19 Advisory – Seafarers in Italy
SOS Yachting provides instructions that must be respected by all Italian and foreign yacht seafarers
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27 Mar 2020
Blue Monday highlights mental health issues
Nautilus International is calling for the industry to pay closer attention to the mental wellbeing of crew
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20 Jan 2020
37m 'Andiamo' ablaze in Miami
The most recent fire further highlights just how susceptible superyachts are to fire-related incidents
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19 Dec 2019
'Ecstasea' collides with bridge
The 86m connected with part of the Simpson Bay Bridge
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18 Dec 2019
Choosing eco-friendly cleaning products
Angus Johnston of Ecoworks Marine explains how to choose products that are kinder to the marine environment
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07 Nov 2019
Working aloft: unsafe practices on superyachts
Superyacht crew continue to be seen working at height without the necessary safety equipment
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09 Sep 2019
UKSA launches Maritime Foundation course
The training school has introduced a fully-funded pathway into the maritime industry for 16 year olds
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17 Jul 2019
Operating submersibles on board
Two superyacht captains discuss the impact these high-tech pieces of equipment have on operations
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03 May 2019
Increased demand for RYA Yachtmaster Offshore CoC
The qualification is increasingly being required of entry-level superyacht crew
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23 Apr 2019
Keeping banter in bounds
Lauren Stiles looks at the line between banter and bullying and the realities of its effect upon junior crew
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25 Feb 2019
Five seconds to save a life.
Ollie Taylor looks at the figures that show the industry requires kill-cord regulation
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22 Feb 2019
Superyacht accuses cargo ship of disregarding COLREGS
A superyacht submitted an incident report to CHIRP following a close encounter with a general cargo ship
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07 Dec 2018
Maintaining grey and white caulking on deck
How should after-care and maintenance procedures be adapted for the nuances of light-coloured caulking?
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01 Nov 2018
MCA and RYA discuss new pathway to OOW
The new route to OOW certification, via the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal CoC, was presented at MYS last week
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02 Oct 2018
MCA seeks feedback on new route to OOW CoC
The route would offer crew working on yachts over 24m a more practical way of obtaining the required sea time
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10 Sep 2018
The increasing complexity of heli ops
Senior crew are often faced with tricky situations when it comes to helicopters and ancillary vessels
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31 Aug 2018
A tender course of action
We look at the relative merits of the RYA's Tender Operator Course beyond Power Boat Level 2
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30 Aug 2018
She of the Sea
A new platform hopes to shine the spotlight on inspiring female crew
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03 Aug 2018
Product review: CleantoGleam
The crew of M/Y 'Globas' test and review CleantoGleam's yacht cleaning product range
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25 Jul 2018
From superyachts to the Volvo Ocean Race
Former superyacht crewmember Bianca Cook speaks about her transition from superyachting to offshore racing
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15 Mar 2018
Superyacht scuba diving: untapped potential
Oceans Pro aims to help superyachts with unused capacity for scuba diving
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19 Feb 2018
Warsash opens new training facilities
The latest investment at the Maritime Academy was unveiled by HRH The Princess Royal
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23 Jan 2018
PYA secures Legal Expenses insurance
The association's full members will be covered by the insurance policy
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01 Dec 2017
Kill or be killed
The Superyacht Intelligence Agency reveals statistics on the use of kill cords and whether or not they are on board – and used on – every superyacht’s main tender
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09 Oct 2017
The cadetships shaping the future of superyacht crew
A look at the cadetships on offer from the UKSA and Warsash Superyacht Academy and their respective benefits.
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21 Aug 2017
Reverso's compact sailing dinghy
Having been designed with superyachts mind, the Reverso Project is proving a hit with crew
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04 Aug 2017
Reports of criminalisation of yacht crew in France
A maritime union has issued a warning following an increase of crew being investigated by the French authorities
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21 Jul 2017
Increased interest from female deck candidates
UKSA has seen unprecedented numbers of women enrol in professional yacht cadetship
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14 Mar 2017
Harness safety: ignored or misunderstood?
How often do you walk down a dock and see a superyacht crewmember hanging overside, with no harness, no life jacket and no hard hat? In issue 79 of The Crew Report, we take a look at where harness safety fits into on-board safety culture.
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08 Sep 2016
Superyacht crewmember jumps off Venice bridge
A drunken superyacht crewmember has reportedly jumped off Venice’s Rialto Bridge, landed on a passing water taxi and is now in hospital.
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15 Aug 2016
Fire on board 'Mirage'
The 53m Feadship caught fire on Sunday night while docked at Puerto Portals. Speaking exclusively to SuperyachtNews.com, Captain Colin Richardson confirms that nobody was hurt.
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27 Jul 2016
You and your yachtmaster
Should the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore CoC be viewed as an entry-level qualification?
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16 Jan 2015