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MOTOR YACHT A – Cutting-edge $300M Superyacht

MOTOR YACHT A is one of the largest privately-owned megayachts in existence, measuring 119 meters (390 ft) in length.

It is currently ranked the 27th biggest yacht in the world and sails under the flag of Bermuda.

A was built by the famous shipyard Blohm & Voss in Kiel, Germany and after four years of construction, she was handed over to her new owner in 2008.

Motor Yacht A (MY A)
119 meters (390ft)
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35
Blohm + Voss
Philippe Starck
Philippe Starck
2008
23 knots
6,000 ton
US $300 million
US $20 – 30 million

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MOTOR YACHT A interior

The interior of the 119 meters (390 ft) long A offers plenty of natural light and elaborate wooden furniture, providing a luxurious and comfortable ambiance.

The interior design is by Philippe Starck, a renowned French architect, and designer who helped develop the private rooms of the Élysée Palace in Paris.

MOTOR YACHT A features a beautiful master suite and an additional six state-of-the-art guest cabins. A crew of 35 members is able to stay on board to take care of up to 14 guests.

Specifications

Two diesel engines power MOTOR YACHT A with an output of 9,000 kW each. A full tank of over 750,000 liters provides her with an impressive reach of up to 6,500 nautical miles.

Her cruising speed lies at 19 knots, but the vessel can reach maximum speeds of up to 23 knots.

A is equipped with the latest technology and control systems, which aid the crew in maneuvering the gigantic vessel. She has a width of 18.87 meters (61.90 ft) and weighs in at an impressive 5,500 tons.

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Philippe Starck also created the exterior design of A in collaboration with naval architect Martin Francis and the shape of the yacht strongly resembles a US Navy destroyer.

A has a total of three swimming pools distributed on the different decks.

The pool on the front deck is the largest of all and is equipped with a jet nozzle that can simulate currents.

Furthermore, A features a spacious beach club as well as three tenders housed in their own garages.

She also has her own helicopter landing pad located on the forward main deck while three elevators make it easy for guests and crew to reach the different levels of the vessel.

Of course, A is equipped with a high-quality gym and a spacious spa area.

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The price of MOTOR YACHT A is estimated at about US $300 million, which the owner, Russian billionaire Melnichenko paid for the vessel in 2008.

The annual costs amount to US $12 to $15 million depending on use.

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Motor Yacht A: On board the world's most famous yacht with legendary designer Philippe Starck

Superyacht designer Philippe Starck has no phone or car, doesn’t know his alphabet, works all alone and is “absolutely not happy”. Stewart Campbell meets the design genius behind the world’s most famous superyacht, Motor Yacht A ...

The story goes that it took Philippe Starck just two hours to design Motor Yacht A . But that, as it turns out, is way off. “Sometimes it only takes 30 seconds to make a design,” says the Frenchman in his heavily accented English. “I think to myself ‘it is too easy, it cannot be possible’. But 90 per cent of my work is like this. I am a little ashamed. It’s not normal.”

He attributes this ability to suddenly conjure designs to an incredibly powerful subconscious, which he likens to a field of magma flowing just beneath the surface of his conscious mind. When working on a project — always alone and always in view of the sea — the magma field will bubble a design, almost fully realised, into his head. The agony of the struggle, the endless refinement… it’s all alien to him. “People are always surprised when I say I can design something in five minutes, but it’s true and it’s not a sketch — a sketch is ridiculous.”

The design for what would become the world’s most talked about superyacht bubbled into Starck’s mind at his home in Burano, Venice, in 2004. There was no brief beyond an idea of length and a demand for six cabins. “That was the beauty of the project and the beauty and intelligence of the owner,” Starck says. “He just left me completely free.”

Brave owner. By that point Starck had a sailing yacht, 24 metre Virtuelle , under his belt and 65 metre Feadship  motor yacht  Wedge Too , which he took on halfway through its build, but nothing on the scale of Motor Yacht A – and nothing in his back catalogue remotely hinted at what he would produce. “If I made it just like the other boats – why? Why spend this money? I am always sad when people copy because they spend the money of that client for nothing. We always have a duty to bring something new and interesting to advance civilisation. When you copy, you regress.”

We meet on board the boat in Abu Dhabi. He and his wife Jasmine have just flown from Japan, pit-stopping here before heading on to Portugal, where they keep a home – one of five across Europe – among the sand dunes in the south of the country. Starck will spend a week, hermit-like, at his desk, a pencil and sheets of A4 paper in front of him. The house (he calls it a “cabana”) is basic: there’s no running water and they generate their own electricity with solar panels. Nothing is allowed to disturb his focus. Jasmine deals with all enquiries, of which there are more than 50 per week, leaving Starck to his trance, and the view of his beloved Atlantic Ocean. “I come from the sea,” he says. “My father had a big wooden sailing boat and the best time in my life was when I would go down and see it in the boatyard undergoing maintenance.”

He once described himself as “amphibian” because as a child he was rarely off the water, racing boats on the Seine and later teaching sea survival off the town of Morlaix in Brittany, home to some of the world’s fiercest seas and the battered lighthouses made famous by Philip Plisson. “I started at a very serious, hard sailing school at the age of 14 or 15. Five or six years later I became a teacher and it was my job to sink the boat and show the students how to survive. That is where I started to love the sea, the real sea, the rough sea — especially the Atlantic sea.”

It’s something that informs his boat designs to this day. Forward of the saloon on Motor Yacht A is the main outdoor lounging area, protected by a deck overhang, but open to the elements from the bow. On other yachts this size, there might be a modest seating area forward but most life on deck takes place to the rear of the superstructure, out of the wind. “When I designed this boat, no one was using the front, and I thought it was a fantastic place because you have the sea and you’re out of the exhaust. But people would say to me ‘but there is wind and there are waves’. Yes! That is why we are on a boat. If you don’t want that, buy an apartment, build a house. We want the wind, we want the waves, we want to see the sea. We want to see the violence, the beauty of the sea, the majesty of the sea.”

Starck still sails singlehanded in one of the 15 or more boats he keeps dotted all over Europe. In truth he’s lost count of how many he owns but none is bigger than 15 metres — small enough for him to take out alone, which is the way he likes it. “I love big waves, cold water, huge wind. I want waves in my face.” If he has a bad habit, it’s building boats: he always has one in production and he’s got ideas for the next 20 stored away. “Some are amphibious with wheels, some are completely solar boats. I have fun with this,” he says.

His favourite space on board Motor Yacht A is a monument to these smaller craft: the tender garage . It’s cathedral-like down here, a magnificent place of worship to the runabouts that keep the business of the bigger boat running. “I love this one,” he says, gesturing to the limo tender that we’re sadly not allowed to splash. The sports tender gets wet instead and Starck confidently takes the helm, manoeuvring the small boat around for the photoshoot.

When the owner was presented with the designs for his 119 metre yacht in the middle of the last decade, it took him just 15 minutes to say yes. “It was very simple. We were just three people in the room. I think he said ‘perfect’... or no, perhaps he said nothing. He just took the model and we just did it, and didn’t change a thing.”

There’s one word Starck keeps hitting on to describe Motor Yacht A : harmony. “I saw that on many boats it’s always corridors and complicated. The proportions aren’t human. My goal was to make the people who will be on board live, like the old Indians said, ‘in the light’. You live in the light on this boat.” There’s no escaping it, in fact. This is one-deck living on a massive scale, with a main saloon that stretches, uninterrupted, from the foredeck all the way aft. “It’s a beautiful volume and it’s designed to always have the best place, depending on the weather, the sun or your mood. You are free. It’s a free place. Other boats are not free, you are completely constrained.”

The designer understands his role in the process as that of an interpreter — the client’s desires refracted through the Starck lens. He has no time for contemporaries who submit to a client’s every whim. “You have to drive them in the right way. The people who just make exactly what the client wants are dishonest. You have duty in life, whether you’re a journalist, doctor, politician, to raise the level of everything. Some people and some companies think it’s easier to make more money by flattering, but that’s unacceptable. Morally it’s unacceptable. The beauty is to bring everything and everybody to the highest level you can.”

His range is extreme and he compares the interior of Motor Yacht A , where the owner wanted “opulence”, to Steve Jobs’ 78.2 metre Venus , which is Starck’s version of the extreme minimalism so loved by the Apple boss. “I listen to them, not a lot, but I try to understand them and after, I say ‘I think this will be good for you’.”

He visibly recoils at the suggestion that Motor Yacht A ’s exterior is making any kind of statement. “Never!” he shoots back. The intention was to make her blend with the sea, to have her live — that word again — in “harmony” with the elements. He became obsessed with the way the yacht moved through the water, with barely a ripple, “like a whale”. When a designer sets out to make a statement “you are dead”, he reinforces. “You betray your clients because you are designing for you, you don’t design for them and that is the most horrible thing.” He fought hard to keep exterior detailing to a minimum to achieve the ultimate “dematerialisation”; the result of which is a yacht the size of which is hard to discern from a distance.

“The less you have materiality, the more you have intelligence, the more you have competence and the more you have harmony with humanity. The only thing which is deeply beautiful is harmony, because it is timeless. Can you imagine that this boat was designed a long time ago, but when you see it it is completely fresh. You don’t want to change a thing.”

The legend of the “two hours” was born because it took that amount of time to print the design, for his team to take his A4 sheets and plug them into a computer. Starck never works with software himself, preferring the old-fashioned way. “You cannot imagine what you can do with a pen and paper. You are free, you are the most powerful guy in the world for creativity. You can make beautiful things on the computer, but you are inside the brain and creativity of the guy who wrote the program. Nobody has written the program for me and my pen.”

He eschews technology and doesn’t use cars — the closest thing to an automobile in his life is his amphibious Sealegs RIB . This isn’t for some Jobs-esque asceticism but because he claims not to be able to use technology. “I don’t have a telephone because I don’t know how to use one.” It’s not just smartphones. “I don’t know my alphabet, I don’t know multiplication or division. I don’t know the months in the right order if I don’t start at January. I am, seriously, a little autistic.”

That might explain his ability to cut off the world and apply extreme focus to a project when he retreats to one of his homes. It might also explain why he trails a reputation for sometimes being “difficult”. “I am never happy. When I hear people say their goal in life is to be happy, I say ‘why?’ Who says that? The goal in life is to work and bring something to society, to the species. Why do we have to be happy? It’s a ridiculous question. I am absolutely not happy, you can’t imagine. I never get invited anywhere.”

If he’s critical of others, he’s doubly so of himself, relating one story from his early career when he started crying upon seeing a building complete in Tokyo. “I was so, so disappointed in myself.” Despite the ease with which the concepts come to him, all he ever sees are his designs’ flaws; pride is the enemy. “I have a way of thinking that is not fun for me or other people. I always see the mistake, where I was lazy, where I was dishonest, where I was stupid. And every time I see one of my designs, I think ‘shit, shit, shit. That can be better’.”

It’s hard to reconcile this kind of brutal self-examination with the character sitting in front of me. I have obviously caught him on a good day. Or maybe it’s just because he’s on the water — where he belongs. He’s even generous about the state of modern yacht design, where I expected a harsh critique. The past five or six years have spawned some “more intelligent” projects, he says. “Before, the designs were completely focused on ‘show the money’. I am very happy to see the change. I hope it’s partly because of me.”

This sense of duty to raise the level of the design conversation — whether in tech, tenders or even toothpicks — comes straight from his father, who was an aircraft designer. “He made the Ferrari of the skies!” Starck says there was never any direct instruction, more a general father-son osmosis, a gradual appreciation that your duty “is to create”, that if you want something to exist “you have to invent it”. It was a lesson well learned: just look at the boats that have bubbled from the subconscious magma of Starck’s mind. The seas would be a far more boring place without them.

First published in the May 2017 edition of BOAT International. Get this magazine sent straight to your door, or subscribe and never miss an issue.

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Motor Yacht A: Everything You Want To Know

Ian Fortey

Motor Yacht A, sometimes just called MYA or simply “A”, is a superyacht that was designed by Philippe Starck, interior designer and architect, along with naval architect Martin Francis and built by the yacht makers Blohm Voss. The yacht was ordered back in 2004 and it took four years to come through with delivery of the massive vessel. It is famous today for being one of the biggest yachts on earth and also for the controversial look and design of the yacht.

What Did Motor Yacht A Cost?

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Although most owners of these massive superyachts play numbers close to the chest, the number most frequently circulated when discussing Motor Yacht A is $300 million. So not only would that make the boat one of the largest in the world , it’s also in the rankings for one of the most expensive as well. 

The actual price has never been confirmed, however, so it’s worth noting that this might not be correct, it’s just that the owner never stated otherwise. There have sometimes been other figures tossed around that are a little higher or a little lower but no one seems to have a source for any of them. Even the widely accepted $300 million seems to mostly be speculation based on educated guesses and a bit of insight into how the ship was designed and what it features. In any event, it’s safe to say it was quite an expensive vessel.

Motor Yacht A Interior

According to Starck, he was not really given a brief for the design of the yacht. Instead, he was told how long it needed to be, more or less, and that the buyer wanted six cabins. Everything else was up to him. Some initial stories said Starck designed the entire vessel in just a couple of minutes. That sounds impossible but also that’s what Stark is known for – producing fully realized designs in just minutes, sort of like a freeform design process where he puts everything on the paper right away. However, he later admitted the entire process was about a month long, so take from that what you will.

The yacht is 394 feet long so clearly there’s a lot more than just six cabins on board.  The interior covers a massive 24,000 square feet of space. It takes a staff of 35 to keep it all running. The master suite alone is 2,500 square feet. To give that perspective, the average square footage of an apartment in New York City is 866 square feet, and it’s been that size since the year 2000.

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Starck designed a secret room for the suite as well, hidden behind a mirror. It’s meant for couples to have some privacy, if you follow our meaning. Mirrors and crystals are used everywhere on board, even in the furniture. There’s a hidden cabinet in the living room area that opens up to reveal a massive bar that is nearly all crystal, mirrors and glass.  There are seven guest cabins but there is a modular wall system that allows for them to be merged into four larger rooms.

Where mirrors aren’t being used you can find animal skins. One guest room has walls made entirely from white stingray leather.  There’s even a custom designed chair somewhere made from alligator hide and kudu horns. 

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Electronics are included stealthily, like the 60 inch TV that can rise up into the ceiling to be hidden away when not in use. 

Even simple features are more elaborate than you might expect. The walls lining a staircase are made of scalloped silver. The handrail is hand carved and cost $60,000. The shower faucets were custom designed to fit the silver trim and even patented. They cost $40,000.

Like many of the large superyachts, the deck is outfitted with a helipad for transport to and from the yacht at sea. There are also three swimming pools in total including one that has a glass bottom and was built above a disco so you can dance and watch people swim, or vice versa, though the glass bottom is only over a fairly small area so you’d most likely just be looking up at someone treading water. That pool is also a massage pool with his and hers massage chairs. 

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The tender garage on Motor Yacht A features three launch boats and a lot of open space. So much space, in fact, that if the launch boats are cleared out, the space doubles as a party room with a large dance floor. 

Most Russian billionaires opt for some serious yacht security and things were no different with Motor Yacht A. Though many of the details were kept under wraps it was rumored that the yacht had been outfitted with 44 mm bomb-proof glass on all the windows. There’s also supposedly an escape pod of some type that can be used to flee the yacht in case of emergencies but details on what that means are pretty hard to come by. In addition to that there are rumored to be dozens of security cameras, motion centers and fingerprint keypads to enter secure spaces.

How Fast is Motor Yacht A?

The ship runs on a pair of MAN RK280 diesel engines. These supply around 9,000 kW (12,000 hp). The top speed is around 23 knots with a cruising speed of 19 knots. With a 750,000 L/200,000 gallon fuel capacity, Super Yacht A has a range of 6,500 nautical miles. 

Who Owns Motor Yacht A?

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At the time the yacht was commissioned back in 2004, no one knew who the buyer was. In fact, it took the entire four year construction process before it became public knowledge who owned the vessel, this after much incorrect speculation.

The true owner of the yacht was Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko. He made his fortune in coal and chemicals and was one of the richest people in Russia at the time. 

Why is it Called Motor Yacht A?

Most boats have creative names. The naming of any vessel is part of the fun, after all. Even serious vessels like military ships and cargo vessels have names, so why would a billionaire give a luxurious superyacht such a plain, boring name? It’s actually a bit of a sneaky, vanity thing. It’s called “A” so that it always features at the top of boat registries. No matter where it’s listed, it’s going to be first. 

What was the Controversy Over the Luxury Yacht A?

As mentioned in the intro, there was some controversy regarding the look of the yacht when it made its debut, at least in boating and yacht circles. Nothing serious, of course, just among traditionalists and more avant garde boat fans who disagreed about the design. 

There were some boating journalists and yacht owners who thought A was the ugliest boat they had ever seen, in particular because of the axe bow. And it’s true that the exterior design is very unusual for a yacht. It has lines more reminiscent of a submarine that has surfaced as opposed to a traditional yacht. That, combined with the price tag, made critics feel like it was a massive waste or misuse of money. Other people, however, were excited by such an unusual design and innovative engineering shaking up what was otherwise kind of a stagnant design field. Plus, when the unique interior was factored in, it really makes A a standout vessel. 

What is Sailing Yacht A?

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Launched in 2015, Sailing Yacht A is the sister yacht to Motor Yacht A. It is also owned by Andrey Melnichenko and it was also designed by Philippe Starck. At 469 feet, it is larger than Motor Yacht A and it’s also the largest sailing yacht in the world. 

The Bottom Line

Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko commissioned the A back in 2004 and took possession in 2008. As far as anyone knows, it cost about $300 million. The vessel has an incredibly unique exterior design as well as many luxurious interior features that make it a standout mega yacht. At around 390 to 394 feet (sources differ on the exact length) it’s also one of the largest yachts in the world and currently ranks at about the 29th largest as of 2022.

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A deckhand is a position aboard with primary duties including cleaning and maintenance of the exterior of the vessel. Vessels will usually consider a successful candidate that already has experience in the superyacht industry and is keen to learn and work hard. It is essential that the deckhand can perform assigned tasks efficiently with a positive attitude in addition to interacting with owners and guests in a professional manner.

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The organisational structure onboard a superyacht follows a strong hierarchy based upon a military model. Exact job duties and lines of authority are set and strictly adhered to. This hierarchy is followed on the vast majority of yachts; however, responsibilities of the crew on smaller yachts are often merged.

There are four departments on yachts with clear organisational structure:

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  • Galley – Food preparation, stock control, hygiene, galley maintenance

The top of the hierarchy on each yacht is the Captain , who reports to the yacht owner either directly, or through a representative or a yacht management company.

Salaries vary and depend on the yacht size, use, type and location, as well as the experience and qualification of the crew member. We included typical salaries of crew based on the data available from reputable industry sources, as well as our research of over 60,000 crew registered with us.

Deck Positions

The primary duty of the Captain is the overall safe manning and operation of the yacht. Yacht Captain is responsible for the vessel, yacht crew, owner and guests, including personnel management, shipyard/project management, legal and regulatory compliance, accounting, achieving owners' objectives, and answers to the owner regarding all decisions.

Captain €4,000 - €15,000

First Mate / Chief Officer

The First Mate or Chief Officer is the right hand of the Captain. Takes command of the yacht from Captain when required. Shares Captain's responsibilities as required.

Chief Officer €3,000 - €13,500
2nd Officer €3,000 - €8,000
3rd Officer €2,500 - €6,000
Security Officer €3,000 - €5,000

Bosun / Lead Deckhand

Bosuns are usually experienced Deckhands with additional responsibilities. They are in charge of Deckhands onboard the yacht and often spend a lot of time with guests during outdoor activities. The Bosun is normally the main tender driver.

Mate €2,500 - €6,000
Bosun €2,500 - €5,500
Lead Deckhand €2,500 - €5,000

Responsible for the maintenance of the exterior of the yacht and keeping it in pristine condition at all times. Deckhands also assist in maintaining, cleaning and operating yacht's tenders.

Junior Deckhand €2,000 - €3,000
Carpenter €3,000 - €4,000

Engineering Positions

Chief engineer.

Responsible for the Engineering Department and for all technical aspects of the boat and its equipment. The Chief Engineer's duties include overseeing all mechanical and electrical operations, ensuring all planned maintenance takes place and liaising with subcontractors.

Chief Engineer €5,000 - €15,000

Second / Third Engineer

The Second and Third Engineers report directly to the Chief Engineer. They assist in maintaining all mechanical and electrical operations of the yacht.

2nd Engineer €3,000 - €10,000
3rd Engineer €2,500 - €6,500
Sole Engineer €3,500 - €12,000
Motorman €2,500 - €4,000

ETO / AV/IT Officer

Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) and AV/IT Officer are in charge of daily maintenance of all electronic, computer, audio/visual and communications equipment and their efficient operation. This includes the radio, radar, telephones, satellite communications, navigation systems, computers, Internet connection, interior equipment (TVs, sound systems), etc.

ETO €4,000 - €8,000
AV/IT Officer €4,000 - €7,000

Electrician

The Electrician is responsible for maintenance of all electrical circuits onboard the vessel, circuit breakers, switches, lighting, batteries, etc.

Electrician €4,000 - €6,500

This is an administrative position on large yachts. The Purser is responsible for all operations in the interior department, including inventory, purchasing, provisioning, accounting, organising guest activities, and assisting the Captain with the yachts paperwork.

Purser €5,000 - €9,000

Chief Steward(ess)

Duties are similar to those of other Steward(ess)es onboard the boat, but on a more senior level, including managing the interior department and training. Small yachts with less crew do not have a Purser. The Chief Steward(ess) is in charge of all the responsibilities normally carried out by the Purser on large yachts.

Chief Steward(ess) €4,500 - €8,500
Interior Manager €4,000 - €8,000
Head of Servicer €4,000 - €7,000
Head Housekeeper €3,000 - €5,500
Spa Manager €3,500 - €5,500

Steward(ess)

Steward's or Stewardess's main responsibility is to maintain the interior of the yacht and provide the highest standard of care to the owner and guests. They serve food and drinks, prepare guest activities, pack and unpack luggage and are on call for anything that the guests want anytime day or night. On some yachts, they help the deck crew moor the yacht.

2nd Steward(ess) €3,000 - €6,500
3rd Steward(ess) €2,500 - €4,000
Spa Steward(ess) €3,000 - €4,000
Service Steward(ess) €2,500 - €5,000
Housekeeping Steward(ess) €2,500 - €4,000
Laundry Steward(ess) €2,500 - €4,000
Sole Steward(ess) €3,000 - €6,000
Junior Steward(ess) €2,000 - €3,500
Butler €3,500 - €6,000
Stew/Deck €2,500 - €4,000

The Head/Executive Chef onboard a luxury superyacht is a culinary trained professional responsible for the overall management of the galley department on larger yachts, including guest and crew meals, provisioning, food safety, maintaining strict hygiene standards and financial/budgetary administration.

Head Chef €6,000 - €10,000

Assists the Head Chef in all aspects of galley duties. The Sous Chef may be required to independently provide crew meals or guest meals at the direction of the Head Chef.

Sous Chef €3,500 - €8,000

Crew Chef / Cook

Large yachts employ a separate crew and guest chef. The Crew chef provides meals for the crew.

Crew Chef / Cook €3,000 - €5,000
Sole Chef €3,500 - €9,000
Stew / Cook €2,000 - €4,500

Other Positions

Many yachts, especially the large ones, have several additional positions. These are often combined with primary roles, e.g. Stewardess / Masseuse or Deckhand / Dive Instructor . The most common are:

Beautician €3,000 - €4,000
Hairdresser €3,000 - €4,000
Massage Therapist €2,000 - €4,500
Nurse €3,000 - €4,500
Dive Instructor €3,000 - €6,000

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Yacht Job Interview: How to Impress the Captain

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to knowing what captains or owners of luxury yachts are looking for in yacht staff, as each yacht is different. There are a few key things, however, to keep in mind and help you prepare for an interview. It is quite important for captains or owners of yachts to be very selective with who they choose to hire; a crew with good interpersonal skills can make all the difference for a successful charter.

What they are looking for in yacht crew depends on a number of things, including, but not limited to:

  • How long the voyage is
  • Who is onboard
  • Where they are sailing
  • The type of vessel
  • And of course, the particular position you’re applying for

Skillset, the required yacht crew certificates, and training are vital, but it’s the combination of personality plus skill that makes for the perfect candidate. During the interview the interviewer will set out to distinguish a candidate’s strengths, motivation, and cultural fit on-board. Questions (and therefore answers) should be indirectly formulated to prove the following points:

  • Can the candidate do the job?
  • Will they enjoy doing the job?
  • Will they be easy to work and live with?

Here are a few extras to keep in mind before going for your interview:

What to wear.

Yacht crew are usually given a standard uniform to wear during the charter. First impressions are extremely important, so pay extra attention to your attire, and smile.

  • Wear a clean, crisp white polo shirt or t-shirt with beige or navy trousers or skirt.
  • Wear your hair up, neat, and tidy.
  • Look natural. Avoid heavy makeup and men should be clean-shaven with a trimmed haircut. Remove any facial piercings.
  • Have clean, shaped nails and be well groomed.
  • Body language is also very important – smile, sit up straight, and keep your head held high.

Common questions to prepare for 

  • “Tell me about yourself.” – A very common question even outside of yacht job interviews. Not only an ice-breaker, but your time to shine. If answered well, it will unquestionably increase your chances of obtaining a job offer. You will need to provide a coherent answer that has been prepared well in advance of the interview. Keep it to-the-point – two to three minutes is a good amount of time. Focus on past accomplishments and provide facts where you are able. If you have never worked as a yacht crew member before, don’t stress, you were chosen to be interviewed for a reason, so speak about any other skills you picked up along the way that may be relevant.
  • “Why do you want to work on a yacht?” – This is a tricky one and the answer should never focus on you, but rather what you can bring to the table. Highlight your past experiences and skills that could assist the captain. Do no reference Below Deck as your motivation, this will not go down well.
  • “Why should we hire you?” – This is again the chance to shine and deliver your final convincing argument. Keep it succinct and try to cover three things: convey that you are a solution to a recruitment problem, that your skills set sets you apart from the crowd, and that you meet the employer’s needs for this position.
  • “Do you have any questions?” – These should be appropriate to the job you are applying for, and ideally not about the salary. Ask about the yacht, the crew, your duties, and the itinerary to show that you have a genuine interest in the role and its specifics.

Additional tips to help you shine

  • Be confident and approachable in your demeanour. 
  • Convey resilience, commitment, and team spirit.
  • Turn your mobile phone off before the interview.
  • Show that you are eager to learn.
  • If you are keen to take the job, say so and communicate that you will represent the yacht well – just don’t come across as desperate.
  • Remember to thank the captain/interviewer for their time.
  • Be ready to move quickly, yacht jobs are usually short-notice or sometimes same-day recruitment requests! 

During the interview, you are also deciding whether this yacht will be the right fit for you. The key is to come across as competent, confident, and friendly, even if it is immediately apparent to you that you might not be interested in the position in question. In future the captain or crew agent who interviewed you may have a different position for which you could be the perfect candidate, so always impress!

If you would like more one-on-one guidance to prepare for your interview, get in touch with us to set up a consultation. We would love to help you ace your yacht job interview!

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1. what are the basic requirements you need to be eligible to work in the yachting industry, 2. what is the stcw and why do i need it, 3. what is the eng1 medical certificate, 4. what land based experience will help me find a super yacht job, 5. what are the different departments onboard, 6. what crew training is required for me to work as a junior deckhand.

  • Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Theory
  • Yachtmaster/Coastal Practical
  • Specialist Super Yacht Training Course (Deck Hand Training Course)
  • RYA Power Boat Level II
  • RYA Personal Watercraft Course
  • RYA Competent Crew Certificate
  • RYA Day Skipper Theory and Practical Certificates
  • VHF Radio Operator’s License

7. What crew training is required for me to work as a junior stewardess?

  • Stewardess Course
  • Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
  • MCA Food Safety Level 2
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2

8. How do I book my training courses?

9. how do i get my first job on a yacht, 10. are these courses worth it, or am i just wasting my money, 11. will i get hired for my first job from south africa, 12. what is daywork, 13. what are the best locations to get a yacht job, 14. how much can a motor yacht stewardess or deckhand earn, 15. what are the negatives of working on a yacht, 16. what are the positives of working on a yacht, 17. is working on a super yacht for everyone, 18. what is the minimum age to work on a yacht, 19. is accommodation provided when i am completing my yacht training in cape town.

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What Does a Yacht Stewardess Do?

Depending on the size of the yacht, there are between 1 and 5+ yacht stewardess. The duties and responsibilities as a yacht stewardess will vary with the size of the yacht and number of crew on the yacht. Your first job as a stewardess on a larger size yacht will consist of learning the basic duties of a stewardess. Crew Mess duties, detailing, cleaning windows, polishing is high on the agenda to keep the yacht in immaculate condition at all times.

Onboard a smaller yacht with a lower number of stewardess, responsibilities will increase to more hands-on duties such as; tender driving, anchoring, mooring procedures, assist within the galley or deck operations.

The workload varies depending on the yacht, season, itinerary, and whether you have guests onboard. The busiest times are usually pre-season, boat shows or guest arrivals and while guests are onboard. A yacht stewardess position on a superyacht requires energetic professionals and as you’ll constantly be on your feet. While guests are not on board its common to have a typical 8-5 schedule with weekends off if working fulltime, if there is a trip or event with guests, hours will be much longer, and work will be much more demanding.

What are the responsibilities of a Yacht Stewardess?

  • Providing 5-star service to guests and ensuring guest satisfaction
  • Providing excellent guest service, silver service and bartending skills when needed
  • Maintaining laundry, housekeeping and wardrobe tasks for both guests and yacht crew
  • Floral arrangements and decorations
  • Excellent knowledge of fine dining, wines and cocktails
  • Maintenance of guest-cabin care and detailed cleaning
  • Assisting with inventory and restocking provisions
  • Watchkeeping within the crew mess
  • Stowage for sea
  • Attention to detail
  • To maintain a safe and secure environment

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Yacht Stewardess Job Descriptions

In bigger superyachts, the purser serves in her own capacity as an administrative presence, employed to take care of recruitment and keep financial records. The cases where the purser is employed to act is mostly when the population of the members of the yacht crew is considerable. Otherwise, the office and its responsibilities are merged with that of the chief stewardess. The Purser is charged with keeping an eye on the book-keeping, workforce management, crew member accreditations and yacht crew member documentations, crew training, monitoring the inventory and making orders for necessities and requirements like foodstuff and wine stock, crew uniforms, required utensils and cleaning materials. They also manage the protocol duties and logistics of transporting guests between the yachts and scheduled locations as well as concluding contracts for deliveries.

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Skills required:  To be a purser, you must have garnered sufficient experience at least as a Chief Stewardess on smaller yachts. The administrative workload on this position demands a very meticulous level of management as well as a versatility in the skill of organization of paperwork for each division on the superyacht’s crew. Also, as the purser will be involved with the yacht owners and their guests a lot when planning for guest excursions and occasions. It is essential that the purser has strong communication skills and has efficient strategies and expertise for drafting in new yacht crew members as the requirement surfaces. 

Salary expectations:  There is considerable crossover between the duties of a Purser and a Chief Stewardess, but on larger yachts where both roles are filled, a Purser can expect to earn between  $6,000 to $12,000+ per month .

Chief Stewardess

This role is predominantly taken up by females, hence the feminization of the position. That is not to say that there are not many famous chief stewards in charge of management in the yachting industry. The interior department headed by the chief stewardess is established to provide hospitable service for the guests of the yacht owner and the owner himself. Also, the department takes up the duties related to creating and maintaining a snug interior on the yacht. These responsibilities are not limited to Crew and guest refectory handling, detailing, cleaning, preparing the cabin, floral decoration and arrangement, burnishing, laundry and more. The Chief stewardess in charge of the management of the interior department by planning and assigning tasks to be performed by all stewardesses. In smaller yachts, the chief stewardess reports directly to the captain and is also responsible for extra duties like the logistics and planning of guest-transporting between the yachts, crew training and scheduled locations or events. They are also in charge of currency conversion for new locations.

Skills required:  Attention to detail and exquisite taste is extremely desirable in chief stewardesses. The necessary skills will naturally develop after some time spent in service as a stewardess, and the ability to execute the role of a stewardess is measured by comparisons to first-class ratings; anything below a five-star rating for any service is deemed unsatisfactory. Experienced chief stewardesses are remarkably prudent, and they can divine in addition to excellently satisfying the wants and needs of the yacht owners and their guests aboard the yacht at all times.

Salary expectations:  Depending on experience and the size of the vessel, the current salary range for a Chief Stewardess is between  $4,500 to $9,000+ per month .

A Yacht Stewardess functions under the supervision of the chief stewardess and are tasked with making sure that the yacht interior is maintained at pristine condition while offering the best grade of hospitable service. Their responsibilities range from services like dishing food and serving drinks, filling out as baristas to domestic duties like setting the tables, preparing the cabin or doing the laundry. They are also charged with housekeeping duties which might be relegated to an entire department, which is overseen by a housekeeping head in much larger yachts. There could also be some different departments for each of the other duties like cleaning. Position Requirements: In short, while being animated and enthusiastic will earn you praises, it is more important to the perfection of the service that you able to work extremely hard with a smile on your face and pride in your ability. Also, having prior experience in delivering silver service, being a decent cocktail maker or barista will make your application a smoother process. More importantly, to be hired as a stewardess to work in a superyacht, you must have received some specific education and accreditation that qualifies you for the job. Some of the required certifications include:

Skills required:  As with an entry-level deckhand position, success in this role comes down to being prepared to work hard and keep a smile on your face. Previous experience of providing silver service or having skills as a barista or cocktail maker can boost your potential to secure a job, but the most important quality to possess remains a positive attitude and a sense of pride in achieving the highest standards in your work.

Salary expectations:  An entry-level stewardess can expect to earn between  $2,700 to $3,200 per month . On larger yachts, the stepping-stone position of the second stewardess can provide greater responsibility by sharing some of the chief stewardess’ duties and earnings increase to an average of between  $3,300 to $5,500 per month .

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Yacht Stewardess Training and Qualifications:

Essential Certificates You Must Hold Before You Can Get a Stewardess Job on a Yacht are:

1. STCW Basic Training

2. ENG 1 (Seafarers Medical Certificate)

3. Passport and visas, if applicable

What does the STCW (95 + 10) Basic Safety Training course include?

  • Personal Survival Techniques (STCW A-VI/1-1)
  • Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention (STCW A-VI/1-2)
  • Elementary First Aid (STCW A-VI/1-3)
  • Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (STCW A-VI/1-4)
  • Proficiency in Security Awareness (STCW A-VI/6-1)

How To Become a Yacht Stewardess With No Experience?

There is no need to question if it can be done, people get entry-level jobs as stewardesses on superyacht more often than you think. The thing they will agree on is that getting the job as a stewardess is as much about having the right certifications and skills to pull off your duties efficiently, as being able to maintain an enthusiastic outlook as you carry out your tasks.

You can start with a day job as a member of a small crew on a yacht or superyacht, depending on which you can get first. Although the work you will be assigned to might look mundane, the attitude you bring forward when working is what will set you apart for a more permanent role in the nearest future. That is not to say the right attitude is all you need if you really want to get this job; you have to consider mastering some skills like your bartending skills or your proficiency in providing silver service before considering an application.

Stewardesses are mostly tasked with either Crew and guest refectory handling, detailing, clean up, preparing the cabin, floral decoration and arrangement, burnishing, or laundry. Getting experience enough to bring your service level towards perfection is essential. A few courses or practices you can indulge in to gain experience or certification include:

Some courses/past experiences which will help you stand out from the other yacht stewardess and crucial to landing a yacht stewardess job are, but not limited to:

  • Basically, anything hospitality/service related: hotel, cruise ships, cleaning, bars and restaurants
  • Any spa/beauty experience: masseuse, personal training, yoga, manicure, pedicure, hair and make-up.
  • Table service (e.g. silver service, napkin folding, etc)
  • Childcare/Teaching: Nanny, Baby-sitting experience or teaching kids.
  • Food Safety and Hygiene or cooking experience
  • Floral Arrangements
  • Bartending: sommelier, cocktail, mixologist, service experience
  • Anything boat related: sailing, boat driving, diving, fishing, wakeboarding, kite surfing etc.

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Starting a Career as a Yacht Stewardess

One thing many experienced crew members agree on that has surprised them about their yachting careers, is the sheer number of questions. You first ask yourself some questions before you begin your yachting career. You go ahead to find answers to more questions when you gain enough interest, and then you spend the rest of your life answering questions from your family members and friends every time you open your mouth to explain that you work on a vessel of luxury like a yacht. Or you reveal the experiences you’ve enjoyed and endured on your travels. Of course, you can expect the questions to be even more suffocating when a certain set of people get to know that you work aboard a ‘super-’ yacht. Ultimately, you should always be prepared for when they all ask, googly-eyed, for how to get in on the action. Can you blame them?

Stewardess First Yacht Job

It is no hidden secret that yachts are synonymous with luxury nowadays. Coupled with its nature as a luxurious means of travel, the experience for the yacht crew is matched perfectly by the financial rewards sponsored by ultra-wealthy owners, the yachting industry gives people that lift into the world of the rich and powerful while offering work conditions that are a few inches short of heavenly. With the open and beautiful seas as your office, you start getting the gist of why getting to start a career in this glitzy occupation is extremely intimidating for most people.

Indeed, as a long-term career, breaking into the ranks can admittedly be a tough nut to crack. There are predictably many requirements, most of which are not on the work advert. Fortunately, a career as a yacht crew member always fulfils its promise to be worthwhile, with a lucrative, secure and perfect opportunity waiting for those who can successfully claim this profession choice. While getting a job aboard a superyacht is the lure, achieving your dreams depends on the amount of knowledge you have acquired on how to begin your journey, what type of jobs are available as a stewardess on the yacht and which of these job types fits your individual, in terms of your disposition, talent or aptitudes and capacity.

That is the sole purpose behind this little knowledge reservoir on starting a career as a stewardess on a superyacht. This way, you get a definitive idea on what will be required of you to stand a chance, as well as what you can do to improve your chances of getting a job as an attendant aboard a superyacht. All you should do now is to inject as much eagerness and resolve into your quest as you can muster, and the job will not be far from your grasp.

What differentiates a yacht and a cruise ship from a superyacht?

Stewardess Yacht Career

Simply put, a superyacht is a massive yacht, usually over 75 feet in length, driven either by motor or sail. Superyachts are predominantly owned by private investors, and they usually require that the superyachts are staffed by specialized crews. The yachts are mostly put to work for their owners, but often available to others via crewed charters. This means that while cruise ships are built to treat a large population of people, that could number in thousands or hundreds, superyachts are designed to offer a more intense experience to a remarkably less number of people, typically at most 12 people.

Over the years, yachts of different sizes have tread the seas in the yachting industry, from the average superyachts to magnificent giga-yachts that have lengths up to 320 feet. The building cost for each of these yachts exceeds hundreds of millions of dollars. Perhaps more astonishingly, the running costs for the maintenance and other necessities can be estimated to approach a tenth of the original building cost! Every year! It goes without saying that owning a superyacht is exclusive to the extremely wealthy and even to charter the vessel is a glory that those of the same status can enjoy.

With this much money spent on them by their owners, superyachts are always beautiful creatures. They are built with the most impressive methods, best materials and very grand designs. Superyachts are also stocked with enough variety, luxury and extravagance that sincerely borders on indulgence. However, the true value of these superyachts to these elites of society is not just in their beauty. Instead, they serve as a representation of their standing in society, and that is why they spend a heartbreaking sum regularly to keep the yachts up-to-date with recent technological advancements and inventions. It is for this reason that many documentaries have been made to give others an insight into the glamorous life of these top-of-the-food-chain individuals, through their yachts. More important for you to note is that there are more than 9,000 superyachts currently travelling the seas per recorded sales data, with a continually observed increase. This means more job opportunities for crew member positions.

What else do I need to do?

  • Always present yourself in a professional manner
  • Prepare a  Superyacht CV
  • Dress well and yacht appropriate
  • Maintaining a respectful, friendly attitude during courses and interviews can make a big impression on potential employers and valuable network contacts

Do you have an immaculate room or are you a little OCD when it comes to cleaning, organizing and cleanliness? Well if not it won’t be long before you are a neat freak. Yacht Stews and Interior crew are masters of all. Imagine labeling every single item in your cupboards or detailing a toaster (that’s right you probably never even heard of the term “detailing” before. It basically means clean something that an average person will think is already clean. It’s not a bad thing, in fact, it’s a skill that will pay off in both your personal and professional life.   If you have what it takes to be a yacht stewardess, stay open-minded, show your eagerness to learn and let your personality shine!

How Much Does a Yacht Stewardess Earn?

At entry-level, a Junior Yacht Stewardess could expect to earn between  $2,700 and $3,200 per month.  An experienced yacht stewardess could earn upwards of $4,000 per month depending on the size of the vessel and previous deckhand experience, training and certification. These numbers are based on an average, all yachts are different and sometimes pay more or less depending.

8 Steps to Getting a Stewardess Job:

Step 1:  Research – Understanding the position and requirements Step 2:   STCW Basic Training Step 3:   ENG1 Step 4:   Training and Qualifications Step 5:  Register with a SuperYacht Crew Agency Step 6:  Upload a quality CV Step 7:  Network Step 8:   Dock Walking  – Day Work

In a quick summary, getting a job as a stewardess on a yacht can be a challenge, however, if you have read this far, the first step of the search for a stewardess job is already complete.

The next step will be to book a Stewardess Course, and you are in the right place! We offer elite preparation and training to students who want to excel within the Superyacht industry and become fully certified. If you have any questions or are interested in our Superyacht Stewardess Career Course, get in touch with us by clicking here .

Article was written by Superyacht Crew Agency

How To Get a Job on a Yacht as a Couple

Is it easy to find a couples position?

How long does it usually take to get a position together?

Are there many couple-friendly boats in the industry?

Can crew couples actually work together?

These are some of the questions we’ve been getting lately from couples looking to work together and with the Mediterranean season fast approaching, we are quite certain that many couples are already on the lookout for their new role together onboard.

There really is no right or wrong way or hard and fast rule when it comes to working together. Sometimes it is as simple as being in the right place at the right time. Either way, it takes the right attitude and perseverance to find work together in the yachting industry.

Sure, there will be a few ‘couple friendly’ jobs, but the most common and possibly the easiest route to getting work as a couple is to apply as an individual. This will provide far more opportunities and offers the path of least resistance to get your foot in the door and establish a good relationship with the boat, allowing you to be in a better position to put your partner forward when the opportunity arises.

Keep in mind that you are both individuals with your own experiences and strengths so keeping your CVs separate is key. This will show professionalism and that you are able to separate your personal relationship from your career.

Another option is to be completely honest and look for jobs purely as a couple and not consider anything else. Be straightforward about your goal during interviews. This approach will probably take longer but you may be happier. It may be a good idea to give yourselves a timeframe and then assess your plans if it takes longer than your set time frame.

Once you both have a season or two of experience under your belt, getting work together should be much easier. You may need to look on it as a short term sacrifice for the longer term gain.

Does it work for everyone?

Just like with everything else, working together as a couple has its pros and cons. It’s best to remember that even though working together seems like the ideal situation, it isn’t always the best option. Being onboard can sometimes get lonely and one of the best things about working together is that you will always have that someone to talk to after a busy day.

So is working together for you?

Every couple is different just as every boat is different. The bottom line is that there are great amount of things to consider when deciding to pursue a career together on board. It’s not easy an journey, not for everyone anyway. However, if you and your partner are persistent and determined, you will find the perfect positions that suit you both.

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The current position of DOJO is at West Mediterranean reported 2 mins ago by AIS. The vessel is en route to PQRTO ROTONDO , and expected to arrive there on Jun 17, 08:00 . The vessel DOJO (IMO 1010193, MMSI 248233000) is a Yacht built in 2010 (14 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Malta .

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  1. A, Yacht

    Yacht, IMO 1009340. VesselFinder. Vessels. Miscellaneous. A. The current position of A is at Persian Gulf reported 5 mins ago by AIS. The vessel A (IMO 1009340, MMSI 667002209) is a Yacht built in 2008 (16 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Sierra Leone . Plans & Prices.

  2. A Current Position on MARINE TRAFFIC

    LIVE NAUTICAL CHART. SEA WEATHER MAP. Track current position of A on Live Map and find its IMO, MMSI, Call Sign, 1009340,232039748.

  3. Ship A (Yacht) Registered in Sierra Leone

    Vessel A is a Yacht, Registered in Sierra Leone. Discover the vessel's particulars, including capacity, machinery, photos and ownership. Get the details of the current Voyage of A including Position, Port Calls, Destination, ETA and Distance travelled - IMO 1009340, MMSI 667002209, Call sign 9LS1912

  4. MOTOR YACHT A • Andrey Melnichenko $300M Superyacht

    Key Takeaways. Motor Yacht A, a symbol of luxury and success, was built by Blohm Voss and designed by Philippe Starck and Martin Francis. It's owned by Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko and cost approximately US$300 million. Notable features of the yacht include its modern, minimalist interior, capacity to accommodate 14 guests and a ...

  5. A (motor yacht)

    Motor Yacht A (MY A) is a superyacht designed by Philippe Starck and engineered by naval architect Martin Francis. It was built by the Blohm + Voss shipyard at the HDW deepwater facility in Kiel. It was ordered in November 2004, and delivered in 2008 at a rumoured cost of US$300 million. With a length of 119 metres (390 ft) and measuring almost 6,000 tonnes, it is one of the largest motor ...

  6. The Best Yacht Crew Job Vacancies Available Today

    Sole Chef - 44m Private Motor Yacht. Med. Permanent. Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food & Hygiene Level 2. Experience: 3 Years +. Salary: Industry standard. Apply. Next →. The latest yacht crew jobs available onboard exclusive charter yachts and luxury private yachts with leading yacht crew recruitment company, Bluewater.

  7. MOTOR YACHT A

    MOTOR YACHT A features a beautiful master suite and an additional six state-of-the-art guest cabins. A crew of 35 members is able to stay on board to take care of up to 14 guests. Specifications. Two diesel engines power MOTOR YACHT A with an output of 9,000 kW each. A full tank of over 750,000 liters provides her with an impressive reach of up ...

  8. On board Motor Yacht A with Philippe Starck

    Stewart Campbell meets the design genius behind the world's most famous superyacht, Motor Yacht A ... The story goes that it took Philippe Starck just two hours to design Motor Yacht A. But that, as it turns out, is way off. "Sometimes it only takes 30 seconds to make a design," says the Frenchman in his heavily accented English.

  9. Motor Yacht A: Everything You Want To Know

    Motor Yacht A, sometimes just called MYA or simply "A", is a superyacht that was designed by Philippe Starck, interior designer and architect, along with naval architect Martin Francis and built by the yacht makers Blohm Voss. The yacht was ordered back in 2004 and it took four years to come through with delivery of the massive vessel.

  10. Motor Yachts: A Definitive Guide

    This style of motor yacht caters to family or recreational use in all weather conditions. Marlow, Burger, Hampton and Offshore are well known for building raised pilothouse models ideal for family cruising. Pilothouse yachts may also have a flybridge layout, with a second helm position above the raised pilothouse, for fair weather operation.

  11. Motor Yacht A Is a $300 Million Exercise in Disruptive Design, From

    Power comes from twin MAN engines, which take this gigantic, oddly shaped vessel to a top speed of 23 knots (26 mph / 43 kph). Range is solid, at 6,500 nautical miles (7,500 miles / 12,000 km) at ...

  12. Yacht Deckhand Crew Position

    Sports certification (i.e. dive certificate, kite surfing instructor) Extensive fishing knowledge. Tender driving license. Carpentry skills. No tender driving certification. Yacht Deckhands have 0-3 years experience and are responsible for the Cleanliness of the yacht-wash downs, stainless polishing, waxing. They earn $30K - 38K based on yacht ...

  13. Yacht Jobs

    Yacht Jobs. Our crew database includes 5,133 Captains, 10,037 Deckhands, 2,947 Chief Engineers, 1,313 ETOs, 5,570 Chefs, 15,180 Stews, 1,469 Massage Therapists, etc. Here are some of the recently registered yacht crew members: Hundreds of live jobs on yachts and superyachts. Jobs for yacht crew in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, USA and other ...

  14. Yacht Crew Positions and Salaries

    The Second and Third Engineers report directly to the Chief Engineer. They assist in maintaining all mechanical and electrical operations of the yacht. 2nd Engineer. €3,000 - €10,000. 3rd Engineer. €2,500 - €6,500. Sole Engineer. €3,500 - €12,000. Motorman.

  15. Ship SAILING YACHT A (Yacht) Registered in United Kingdom

    Vessel SAILING YACHT A is a Yacht, Registered in United Kingdom. Discover the vessel's particulars, including capacity, machinery, photos and ownership. Get the details of the current Voyage of SAILING YACHT A including Position, Port Calls, Destination, ETA and Distance travelled - IMO 1012141, MMSI 232039750, Call sign MKOU2

  16. How to Work on a Yacht: Step by Step Job Guide for Crew

    The tips depend on the size of the Yacht and the guests, but a good estimate is 10 - 20% of the total weekly price of a Yacht. If you imagine a 50m (165 foot) Yacht with 9 crew, it typically charters for $150,000 - $250,000 per week. For simplicity, let's add a 15% tip for $200,000/wk.

  17. Yacht Job Interview: How to Impress the Captain

    Additional tips to help you shine. Be confident and approachable in your demeanour. Convey resilience, commitment, and team spirit. Turn your mobile phone off before the interview. Show that you are eager to learn. If you are keen to take the job, say so and communicate that you will represent the yacht well - just don't come across as ...

  18. Working On A Yacht: Complete Guide to Finding Jobs

    The money you make will also depend on the owner of the yacht and where they are based in the world, the itinerary of the yacht, and whether it's private or charter. On average, this is what you can expect to earn monthly doing various yacht crew jobs: Deckhand Jobs: $2700. Steward: $3000. Chef: $4000.

  19. How To Get a Job as a Stewardess on a Superyacht

    A Superyacht Stewardess job (yacht stew) is an entry-level position to working onboard a Superyacht. A Yacht stewardess is responsible for the maintenance of the interior of the superyacht and providing the highest standard оf hоѕрitаlitу аnd ѕеrviсе in line with the owners and guests expectations. ... On larger yachts, the stepping ...

  20. How To Get a Job on a Yacht as a Couple

    This will show professionalism and that you are able to separate your personal relationship from your career. Another option is to be completely honest and look for jobs purely as a couple and not consider anything else. Be straightforward about your goal during interviews. This approach will probably take longer but you may be happier.

  21. Ship LOON (Yacht) Registered in Cayman Is

    Vessel LOON is a Yacht, Registered in Cayman Is. Discover the vessel's particulars, including capacity, machinery, photos and ownership. Get the details of the current Voyage of LOON including Position, Port Calls, Destination, ETA and Distance travelled - IMO 1010246, MMSI 319124900, Call sign ZGHD6

  22. Details and current position

    The current position of LOON is at West Mediterranean reported 0 min ago by AIS. The vessel arrived at the port of Monaco, Monaco on May 20, 13:19 UTC. The vessel LOON (IMO 1010246, MMSI 319124900) is a Yacht built in 2010 (14 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Cayman Islands . Plans & Prices.

  23. Details and current position

    Yacht, IMO 1010193. The current position of DOJO is at West Mediterranean reported 17 mins ago by AIS. The vessel is en route to MONACO PORT HERC, and expected to arrive there on May 27, 14:30 . The vessel DOJO (IMO 1010193, MMSI 248233000) is a Yacht built in 2010 (14 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Malta .