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Amels 200 available for sale.

What is the product of synergy between the Dutch shipyard Amels , the most studious protégée of Jon Bannenberg and new tier III compliance?

The new Amels 200 for sale is this masterpiece of synergy. While other shipyards scrambled to lay keels ahead of the tier III compliancy deadline, Amels worked directly with Tim Heywood, MTU, Veth and Hug to craft an eye-pleasing yet voluminous superyacht that chooses to embrace the future instead of run from it.

Like the rest of the incredible Amels Limited Editions line of high quality superyachts, what you get is a future-proof yacht where no millimeter was left without careful consideration, the Dutch eye for craftsmanship and the perfect balance of series production hulls with fully customizable interior spaces. The first company to launch a tier III complaint yacht, the Amels 200 Limited Edition series prides itself being in the front of the pack when it comes to environmental stewardship and implementing advanced technologies.

A chic, timeless and athletic exterior hides the robust and airy interior of this new yacht for sale. Tim Heywood is a master at his craft and the Amels Limited Editions series fleet stands as testimony. Form and function exist together in a symbiotic nature that build upon the strengths of each while giving the owner the ability to choose their preferred designer of choice for the interior.

With an advanced hybrid-electric system, the advantage of series-production hulls with fully custom interiors and Dutch worksmanship, the Amels 200 Limited Edition series superyacht is the epitome of excellence, quality and value.

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Expect a delightful welcome when you arrive in ports in the Mediterranean or in the Caribbean. Enjoy the best of Saint Tropez, Porto Cervo, Ibiza, or Mykonos in the Med or the BVIs and Bahamas in the Caribbean. Alternatively, cruise remote regions in incredible comfort and luxury. A 200ft (60m) yacht for charter is often built for long-range ocean cruising with full displacement hulls and state-of-the-art stabilizers, both at anchor and underway, ensuring the utmost comfort even in remote areas.

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Northrop & Johnson has a great selection of 200ft megayachts for charter. Expect six, seven, or eight staterooms on your yacht, perfect for an extended family holiday, up to seven couples, or even a corporate yacht charter.

Northrop & Johnson has a refined selection of motor, sailing , and explorer yachts for rent at 200ft and above with a dedicated captain and crew. Let us arrange a superyacht charter vacation that exceeds your expectations.

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For the complete MAJESTIC yacht specs in table view see below. Built by luxury yacht builder Feadship , the luxury motoryacht MAJESTIC measures in at 200ft / 61m. She has a beam of 35.76, and a draft of 10.8, and she measures in at 1,052 gross tons. She sleeps up to 14 guests in 7 staterooms and has accommodations for 18 crew. She is propelled by engines at 2,000 hp each Her maximum speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. Her decks are Teak and hull is Steel.

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1,052 GROSS TONS

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200 ft / 61 m, 35.8 ft / 10.9 m, 10.8 ft / 3.3 m, detailed majestic yacht specs, hull & dimensions, guests & crew, performance.

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Wally’s WHY200 Impresses Inside and Out

• By Phil Draper
• March 21, 2022

Why WHY200? The acronym stands for Wally Hybrid Yachts, which has nothing to do with hybrid propulsion, but rather a hull designed for a range of displacement and semidisplacement cruising speeds. And the numerals don’t reference length. They reflect the approximate volume (199 gross tons), which is a lot for a yacht with a length overall of just 89 feet.

But length is not what matters these days. Gross tonnage and beam—the feeling of space—are the important metrics. And on this yacht, that most important effect is achieved.

In all, there’s more than 2,150 square feet of indoor living space, including 1,075 square feet on the main-deck level. Wally says the yacht delivers 50 percent more volume, 60 percent more main-deck area and 40 percent more upper-deck area than any conventional planing yacht of the same length. All of that’s achieved without the speed concessions normally associated with displacement yachts.

Exterior design and styling make the Wally heritage clear, albeit on steroids. The top of the superstructure is virtually all tinted glass. There is extensive hull glazing set into the yacht’s metallic-silver topsides. The top tier effectively wraps around that tall reverse-raked stem, and it’s not just an exterior styling exercise (keep reading).

The transom area is a cross between a beach club and a sailing-yacht cockpit, which is not surprising given the 40 or so supersailers Wally has launched in the past 25-plus years. The swim platform and fold-down quarter-cheeks double as doors for two longitudinal garages. They can also create a walk-around stern.

The aft deck is configured more like a sailing yacht, with a wide central walkway flanked by sun pads and bench sofas, making for a more sociable vibe than a traditional transom sofa that spans the beam. There’s room for a cockpit table, and much of the aft deck is semi-enclosed by windowed buttresses to the sides and a substantial upper-deck overhang, all of which make for a much more intimate space.

Electrically opening glass doors lead to a full-beam main salon. This model has a maximum beam of 25 feet, and at its widest, the salon measures virtually 23 feet from picture window to picture window. A glass-walled structural staircase dominates the space and helps to create zones, all with decorative carbon fiber. The soles throughout the shared spaces are mostly 5-inch-wide teak planks, and the wall paneling is an off-white Alcantara—minimalist, chic and classic Wally. The first hull has a galley to port that Wally refers to as a “show kitchen,” and there’s a day head in the after corner to starboard.

The door to this model’s star attraction, the 398-square-foot master stateroom, is forward in the salon. What makes this space uber-special is bow glazing that allows a proper view. The WHY200 is the first production yacht with this feature. It’s 950 square inches, which is nearly the size of a 50-inch TV screen. I walked from there into the stateroom, which has a 200-degree wraparound panorama across an island berth with 6-foot-11-inch headroom. The feeling is impressive.

Other layout options allow for one big head and no island berth, or an entertainment space with a bar and circular dining table. The space is all the more dramatic for being ultra-quiet, principally because the engines are so far aft.

Belowdecks aboard Hull No. 1 are three en suite guest staterooms off a central fore-aft passage, all with inboard-facing athwartships berths. The biggest stateroom is in the bow, with a king-size berth to port and his-and-hers heads forward with a shared shower stall between them, plus a sofa. The other two staterooms are amidships and have queens.

There’s also a four-stateroom version available. It trades the forward VIP stateroom for two en suite, twin-berth staterooms with top-and-tail berths.

The amidships crew space spans 344 square feet. There are three cabins for six crewmembers, although the usual complement is likely to be four or five. There also are two shower rooms, a galley and a mess area. Access is via a staircase with two discreet doors to port, one from the forward corner of the aft deck and the other from the after corner of the salon.

The upper deck has a sky lounge with wraparound sofas. It’s a light and bright space, not least for having glazing on five sides of the cube. Not only are there glass doors to the terrace, picture windows to the sides and a glass wall separating the bridge, but there also are skylights above. All that glass means superb views from the helm for normal navigation.

The bridge console is addressed by three seats that are carbon-backed—one for the pilot and the others for guests. Doors on each side connect with partial side decks and the raised foredeck.

The amount of space aboard owes everything to the quad Volvo Penta IPS diesel installation beneath the aft deck. There are two options: four D13-900 IPS1200s or D13-1000 IPS1350s. At one-third load, they deliver maximum speeds of 20 knots or 23 knots, respectively, and brisk cruises of 16 or 19 knots. Above that load state, expect speeds to decrease by around a half-knot for every extra ton.

Similarly, ranges vary from 410 nautical miles at 17 knots for the smaller engines to 350 nm at 20 knots for the bigger package. At 10 knots, both setups should stretch to give or take 1,100 nm on four engines. And there’s always the option to run on just two engines, as IPS installations are always more efficient at higher revs.

Tank capacity is 3,170 gallons. Stabilization on the first hull includes fins and gyros. Given that most owners are likely to spend more time at anchor than underway, the extra investment in onboard comfort is never going to be wasted. The two Seakeeper 16s and Humphree electric fins were all active during our runs, and the yacht was rock-steady throughout, hardly heeling even through hard-over turns. Moreover, that high bow rises little more than 2.5 degrees throughout the speed range, which makes moving around while underway so much easier.

Wally has always pushed the boundaries of boatbuilding. With the WHY200, the builder has introduced a forward-thinking exterior design with superyacht space, surprising sea views and admirable performance. Once I was aboard, it didn’t take long for this yacht’s “why” to become a “wow.”

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The ground tackle is all in a compartment beneath the owner’s stateroom, accessible via a crawl space from the VIP closet.

A Yacht is Born

Chief designer and Wally founder Luca Bassani gave creative inputs for this model, working with the Ferretti Group’s central design and engineering team. Laurent Giles in England handled the naval architecture, and the yacht was tank-tested at Solent University’s facilities in Southampton. The minimalist interior scheme comes from Andrea Vallicelli’s studio in Rome. The WHY200 is built at the Ferretti Group’s Mondolfo, Italy, plant.

Semidisplacement hulls make a lot of sense. “You get a much more comfortable ride when you are able to punch through waves at 16, 18, 20 knots,” Bassani says, “but then you have to design accordingly to cope with those waves. …One way of doing that is [to] raise the bow sufficiently, and we’ve used that logic to create a whole new space aboard.”

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The yacht has two stern garages, each capable of accommodating a 13.5-foot tender or a PWC/Seabob/paddleboard combo.

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This unprecedented 200 metre concept designed by renowned naval architect and designer Donald Starkey is a first in superyacht design and would become the largest private yacht in the world upon its completion.

Approximate specifications currently see the megayacht able to accommodate 36 guests in a combination of 18 Owner, VIP and Guest suites, while between 70 and 100 crew will also be catered for including Captain, crew, and staff.

Spread across an impressive eight decks, the concept will have an estimated beam of 25 metres, a design draught of 6m, and a full-load draught of 6.5m. She would have a maximum speed of 20+ knots and achieve a range of 6,000 nautical miles while cruising at 18 knots. To put her enormous size into perspective, the motor yacht will be longer than two football fields. The 200 metre Donald Starkey concept is yet to be named.

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Large yachts are some of the most luxurious vessels on the water. While the size does play a vital role in the overall aesthetics, the materials, layout, and overall ambience is oriented to relay sophistication and place the yachter in an elite group. If you are looking to purchase a yacht, there are several LOA lengths available, reaching all the way up to 400’. A good medium is around 200’. But how much does a 200-Foot yacht cost?

What is the brand you seek?

There is no definitive answer for how much your 200-foot yacht will cost. There are a few factors which must be considered. Primarily, the brand and the fleet from which the boat originates will be a factor. The more luxurious and elite a yacht brand, the more apt it is to have a higher price tag. Brands which hand make their yachts will be substantially higher than those which use a machine fabrication process.

What is the power configuration?

A second consideration to the price of a 200-foot yacht is the motor configuration. Yachts of this size have inboard motors, usually two or three, which can be customized and ramped up for more power. Additionally, the brand of the motor will affect the cost. CATs (Caterpillar diesel fuel engines) are the norm. However, you may find Yamaha and other brands used in some yachts.

Layout and materials

The third consideration of the cost of your 200-foot yacht is the layout and the materials which are used. The MSRP of the yacht generally is priced before the customization of materials and upgrades. As such, the addition of marble, costlier woods, accent metals, and such would increase the cost to manufacture. Consequently, the cost of the boat would increase to cover the fees allocated for the upgrading.

Does it come with a Dory?

Many 200-foot yachts are priced to cover the cost of the main boat as well as the dory or the tender boat. If you already have a tender or a dory for the Yacht, you may be able to negotiate the cost. Consider also, if you do not have a Dory or a Tender boat and the price does not include such, you will need to negotiate the price into the cost.

What are some of the base price cost for some of the top yachts?

While the factors listed above do influence the cost of the yacht, there are a few brands which have listed their base price for their 200-foot models. Keep in mind that these costs are subject to change and are only rough estimations. The costs are:

• Benetti 197 – $29,950,000
• CRN 196’ – $44,553,600
• MetalShips & Docks 59m – $43,254,120
• Supernova Global Explorer – $36,696,270
• Proteksan Turquoise – $29,076,550

As you can see, the average base price is around $30 million and goes up from there. The 2019 market is around the $40 million base price. You might be able to find older models for around $20 million dollars or less, depending upon the features and the packages.

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While you may be able to get a rough cost of the purchase, there is a cost which is never listed, and that is the cost of ownership. Maintenance, crewing, docking, repairs, and such should be factored into the overall cost of the boat. It is one thing to purchase the yacht, but then you must be able to keep it up and running in pristine condition.

Finding the right 200-foot boat for your budget

The price of a 200-foot yacht varies considerably and finding the right yacht can be a daunting task. It is recommended that you use a yacht broker when seeking your yacht. But before you turn to a yacht broker, you should take the time to do some research on your own. Vessel Vendor is a great place to start.

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TOP FIVE II

Top five ii yacht charter, elevator summary.

Resting at an impressive length of 200' , the Royal Hakvoort yacht, referred to as TOP FIVE II, embodies luxury and expert craftsmanship. Launched in 2021 and boasting a beam of 35' , it offers substantial volume with an internal scale that allows for sumptuous guest spaces, which include high ceilings and ambient natural lighting. With plush accommodations for up to 12 guests and a dedicated crew, including a standout culinary team, the vessel promises a bespoke yachting experience in glamorous destinations like the Bahamas and the Caribbean .

Accommodation

The yacht harbors 6 luxuriously appointed staterooms , including 4 king beds , 2 queen beds , and a pullman bed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. The dedicated owner's suite is a retreat featuring 180-degree floor-to-ceiling windows and a private foredeck with Jacuzzi. Each stateroom is designed with large windows to allow natural light and provide breathtaking views from every angle.

Equipped with an extensive selection of water toys, the yacht provides endless entertainment and activities. Noteworthy toys include a 7.5m X-Craft Beach Landing Tender , 37' Marlago with Twin Mercury Outboards , and 4 Jetskis . For adventure enthusiasts, the yacht offers an E-Foil , multiple wakeboards , and a foil board for kite surfing . Additional fun is provided by 2 Seabobs , an array of inflatable beach gear, and a complete snorkeling and scuba diving equipment set.

• 7.5m Beach Landing Tender - Ideal for onshore excursions
• 37' Marlago with Outboards - Perfect for sport fishing and high-speed cruising
• 4 Jetskis - High adrenaline aquatic fun
• 2 Seabobs - Excellent for underwater exploration
• Water sports gear including wakeboards, kite surfing equipment, and snorkeling kits

TOP FIVE II is outfitted with state-of-the-art amenities ensuring comfort and luxury. A standout feature is the Stabilizers which provide utmost comfort even during rough seas. The yacht includes full air conditioning and an in-build elevator ensuring accessibility across all decks. Entertainment is amplified with the onboard outdoor cinema setup and a variety of board games.

The yacht's operational excellence is guaranteed by its highly skilled crew of 19 professionals . The team is led by Captain Johannes Buys , a seasoned mariner with over two decades of high seas experience. The culinary offerings are managed by Head Chef Rob Fuller , who has a rich international gastronomy background, having worked at prestigious establishments such as the Ritz Paris. Every crew member is carefully selected to enhance the onboard experience with their unique skills and enthusiastic service.

Our crew ensures that every aspect of the voyage is seamless and tailored to the preferences of our guests, providing an unforgettable journey aboard this magnificent vessel.

What is the cabin arrangement of TOP FIVE II?

• 4 Master cabins
• 2 VIP cabins
• 1 Pullman cabin

Weekly price: $550,000 - $600,000

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• Length: 200'
• # of Guests: 10
• # of Cabins: 6
• # of Crew: 19
• Builder: Hakvoort
• Cruising Speed: 12.7
• Max. Speed: 14.7
• Built Year: 2021

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Captain: Johannes Buys

JOHANNES BUYS | Rotational Captain | South Africa The distinguished yacht captain began his yachting career in 1996. Growing up on a farm in South Africa’s Free State, Joe was easily drawn to the yachting lifestyle. He began his yachting career as an engineer and eventually became a yacht captain in 2002. Joe’s natural navigation and mechanical skills combined with his positive attitude make him a true asset to the yachting industry. His dedication to yachting is seen in his many achievements, including obtaining his Y3 Chief Engineer license. These certifications have provided an impressive foundation for his yachting career. Today, Joe holds 20 years of captaincy under his belt. Boasting a Master Y4 3000 GT MCA Captain’s license, Joe has travelled through the Bahamas, Caribbean, Mediterranean, along with most coastal waters. Wellversed in navigating the world’s oceans, Captain Johannes is sure to provide the ultimate yachting experience. GRANT HEUNIS | Rotational Captain | South Africa Grant grew up in East London, South Africa and joined Top Five II from a well-known and successful charter yacht - M/Y Elysian. Grant began his career as a Deckhand giving him an invaluable understanding of each position onboard. He gained his MCA Master 3000 Ton License in 2012 and took over as full-time Captain of M/Y Passion. Having acted as a relief Captain for some time already, this was a smooth transition for Grant, and he has since exceeded all expectations in the role. Grant has extensive cruising experience in the Caribbean, Bahamas, East Coast of the USA, Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Aegean waters. Grant is a qualified PADI rescue diver and RYA Jet Ski Instructor. A keen sportsman, having competed for his provincial team in water polo, he enjoys the outdoors, surfing, keeping fit and hiking. ROB FULLER | Head Chef | England Chef Rob has been a Chef for many years & has travelled all over the world. Originally from England, where he was formally trained in the culinary arts, Rob seized the opportunity to be a Sous chef at the prestigious Ritz de Paris. From Paris he joined the yachting industry where his culinary knowledge has served him well. Mediterranean cuisine to Japanese cuisine is quite a diversification in the culinary world. Having worked with employers such as the Fayyad family, Danielle Steele and Giorgio Armani in their residences, villas and yachts, Chef Rob can supply high-end culinary masterpieces for the charter and guests. Chef Rob understands the diverse requirements for the client regardless of location or resources, creating menus from local ingredients is a fulfilling challenge. ROBERT SOLOMON | Chief Officer (Rotational) | South Africa Rob was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. Having grown up on a lake, Rob spent all day in and around the water. He has a strong passion for all water sports and loves being outdoors. Rob joined the industry in 2003 and now has his Chief Mate 3000 qualification. He has worked on a variety of vessels over the years and has cruised the Adriatic, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas, east coast of Africa and east coast of the USA. He was a crew member on the first Top Five so when the new build was commissioned, he jumped at the opportunity to join the program again. His vast skillset and very friendly nature make him a great asset to the team. Rob loves anything that involves being outdoors and is an avid hiker. After summiting Kilimanjaro, he is planning to do the seven peaks culminating in Everest. The next peak on the list is Aconcagua in Argentina. LUKE DU PREEZ | Chief Officer (Rotational) | South Africa Luke grew up on the East Coast of South Africa and has a passion for fishing and diving and often combines the two to spearfish. Luke completed a degree in financial management and shortly after graduating he went and taught English in Vietnam for a year. Luke then decided to pursue a career in something that complimented his love for being at sea which led him to the yachting industry. Luke holds his Chief Mate 3000 is a master tender driver. NICO TRUETER | Second Officer | South Africa Nico was born in a small town called Riversdale in South Africa. Nico developed a real passion for sport, especially rugby from a very young age. Building on his love for rugby, he always enjoys; swimming, water sports, shooting, hiking and running. He always enjoys relaxing and taking timeout while reading a book. Nico studied at the University of Stellenbosch, where he qualified as an account. He returned to his hometown to complete his three years of articles. Once he had qualified, he realised that being tied down behind a desk and crunching numbers was not for him, so in 2018 he took to the seas, where he could be physically and mentally stimulated and has never looked back. Nico is embracing each day and learning as much as he can to build a firm foundation as he climbs the ladder to being a captain. Nico being as active as he is and enjoying a good challenge and can impressively do a handstand starting from a seated position. TOM GAUTHIER | Bosun | New Zealand Tom was originally born in France and moved to New Zealand at the age of 11. Having grown up in a multi-cultured household, a passion for the seas, and parents who were yacht crew in the 80’s, Tom was bound to find himself following in their footsteps. Unlike his yacht chef mother and provisioner father, Tom aspires to become an officer, and has been working tirelessly towards achieving his license. Prior to his yachting career, he studied Hospitality and Hotel Management, and gained experience in this field working in 5-Star Hotels across New Zealand and Australia. In his time off, Tom enjoys traveling to interesting places and experiencing new things. BROC MILLS | Lead Deckhand| South Africa Broc Mills grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa. Broc joined the industry in 2021 after selling his business which he ran during the early covid times in South Africa. This is Broc’s first boat, and he has been a part of the Top Five II team since before she was officially launched. Although growing up in-land he preferred to spend most of his time on the coast, diving, fishing and being outdoors. Broc is a qualified Scuba Diving Instructor and holds his Yacht master 200GT license. Broc enjoys freediving and surfing, along with a variety of other outdoor activities, during his free time. MILO COEN | Deckhand | American Milo grew up in Upstate NY, on the Finger Lakes. He started yachting after he graduated high school. He hasn’t looked back and is enjoying being part of the Top Five II team. He is working towards his future goal of being a Captain one day. Milo loves being in the outdoors and in his spare time he enjoys spearfishing and freediving, and his newfound love of saltwater fishing. Milo has his Able-bodied seafarer’s ticket under the USCG licensing and is working towards more advanced qualifications. NICHOLAS ADRIAENS | Deckhand / Kite Surf Instructor | South Africa Nicholas grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and has been kiteboarding and surfing for over 10 years. He competed in both at a national level. He has a genuine enthusiasm for all maritime activities including sailing and his happy to have recently joined M/Y Top Five II. Nicolas looks forward to taking you for kiteboarding and surfing lessons. JONA BRINK | Deckhand | South Africa Jona grew up on a farm in the central part of South Africa called Senekal. Where he has been spending most of his time fishing, diving doing water sports as well as improving on his carpenter skills over the years. Jona loves the great outdoors and being in nature. He joined the yachting industry shortly after finishing high School He wanted to pursue his passion to travel the world and learn about new cultures which is why he joined yachting. Jona loves improving himself in his spare time by learning and practising his wakeboarding skills. He has been working in America and the Bahamas and would like to make a long-term career out of yachting and work his way up to Chief Officer one day. RIKUS VAN ZYL | Deck/Engineer | South Africa Rikus grew up in George, a small town in South Africa. As a teenager he spent his summer holidays working as a lifeguard on the numerous beaches in the area and it was during this time that he discovered his love for the ocean. After graduating from High School, Rikus knew that yachting would be the perfect fit for his future. He obtained the necessary qualifications to start this new journey and thus his career in this industry took shape. Rikus has obtained his AEC Qualification which qualifies him to assist the engineer, and he am working towards obtaining his Second Engineer Certification. During his free time, he enjoys hiking and exploring new areas, especially in nature as well as reading and learning new skills that he can apply to his professional and personal life. A fun fact – Rikus is a qualified custom knife maker and during his free time he enjoys making these custom knives from scratch. JEREMY COLLISTER | Chief Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand Jeremy was raised in Auckland, New Zealand. Growing up he could be found either on the water or pulling apart anything he could get his hands on; this combination naturally led him to a career as a Yacht Engineer. Jeremy has his SVE 9000kW 3000GT. Jeremy has cruised The Mediterranean, Caribbean, and the Pacific oceans. In his spare time, he enjoys sailing, kitesurfing and generally exploring the area around us. His early love for sailing helped him understand and respect the ocean in all forms. This love led him to sailing from Italy to Australia on his 44ft sail boat, much of it single handed. SEAN WEEKS | Chief Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand Sean was born and raised in the coastal town, Auckland New Zealand. After leaving school he did a technical apprenticeship and attended university. After completion of his studies, he travelled to North America with friends and ended up starting his yachting career while in Florida. He cruised the East Cost of the US crossed the Atlantic Ocean and cruised the Mediterranean whilst continuing his studies. Once Qualified he joined a world cruising charter sail yacht doing 20k miles per a year. Sean has his MCA Chief Engineer 3000GT and a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Having spent the last few years in Florida he now lives here permanently with his long-term girlfriend. Sean likes to spend his free time outdoors, either on the mountains in the snow or biking as well as trying different foods from different cultures. He loves the ocean, boating, fishing, and sailing as well as engineering science and modern and historical engineering. FILIP BANKS | 2nd Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand Filip was born in Poland and lived there for several years before moving with his family to the UK. This taught him to be bilingual as well as have an understanding for different cultures. That in-turn brought about a spark of interest towards being open minded as well as an appetite for travel. His first encounter with yachting came about at the age of 19, since then he has sailed in Asia, the Mediterranean, the Atlantic and the Caribbean. Fillips previous vessel, Teleost, took him across to the Caribbean where he had the opportunity to learn to dive and see some of the most amazing sites. Before this he gained his qualifications with cruise ships (Royal Caribbean) as Engineer Officer of the Watch Unlimited (Merchant Navy Qualification). Fillips interests tie into literature, nutrition, and fitness. In the winter he enjoys clipping into a snowboard and cruising down white slopes. CASSIDY JERRAM | Chief Stewardess | South Africa Cassidy was born in Cape Town, South Africa. Growing up on the beach she has always had a love for the ocean through surfing and wakeboarding. After matriculating, Cassidy flew straight over to the yachts and has been in the industry ever since. Since early 2015 she has cruised the Mediterranean, USA, Seychelles, and the Bahamas. In her spare time, she loves spending time outdoors in group sports, horse riding, nature hikes, and enjoying the local cuisines and cultures. She never misses a Wordle and loves a good crossword puzzle. When she is home, she enjoys working on her 1971 Chevrolet L/S Edition. Cassidy is also a qualified Yoga Instructor, she holds her 200Hr YTT, she is also the Medical Officer onboard M/Y TOP FIVE II. JORDAN O'CONNOR | Second Stewardess | South Africa Jordan took hospitality as a subject and that is where she found her passion for the hospitality industry, where she excelled in this subject. Jordan began her yachting career at the age of 18 in Europe and has travelled around the globe and very quickly learned the ways of yachting and successfully became a Chief Stew at the age of 23 as well as completing an extensive yard period. She has travelled extensively on various motor yachts and has been to some of the most exquisite places around the world such as Saudi Arabia, Palau Micronesia, Hawaii, Asia, the Mediterranean, and South America to name a few. Over the past 6 years, Jordan has dedicated her time on board various vessels and always ensures she brings the highest standard on board and loves to share her knowledge and passion with those around her in a happy and positive environment. JANELLE WALTON | Stewardess | South Africa Janelle grew up on a farm in a small town Sunland, South Africa. Janelle has a passion for sport, family and children. She knew from when she finished school she wanted to do yachting, but she first had to pursue her career in what she loves. She studied at Stellenbosch University, where she graduated with a Bachelors of Education Foundation Phase degree. She has a strong background with children and hospitality, which is her reason for pursuing her career in yachting and for her to also travel around the world. Janelle loves exercising and exploring the new cuisines and cultures that she has been lucky to see in her first 10 months of yachting. CHARLOTTE WIGHTMAN | PT Stewardess | America Charlotte was born in La Jolla California, but grew up in Arizona. She spent her summers sailing with her family and found great interest in being on the water. Charlotte’s first few years in the industry were spent as a Deckhand, cruising between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Now she has the esteemed pleasure of being a stewardess on board Top Five II. Charlotte loves exercising in her spare time and has recently completed her personal training certifications. Fun fact, her older sister Kahle worked as the sous chef onboard Top Five II in the past. JAMIE VAN SCHOOR | Junior Stewardess/Masseause | South Africa Jamie grew up in the beautiful Cape Town, South Africa with a passion for fitness and human anatomy. Jamie went to study Sports science at Stellenbosch University where she graduated with her degree and completed her sport massage courses. Jamie has a history of working in the fitness and hospitality industry and decided to pursue a career in yachting as it appealed to all her passions and skills. This yacht is a starting point in Jamie’s career where she is excited to grow and progress in this industry. She is excited to join as a stew/ masseuse and treat people to make them feel better. She has a passion for the water and loves all water sports like surfing and water polo. LUCCA BARONI | Stew / Masseuse | America Lucca grew up in South Louisiana where she was always doing water sports like wakeboarding and water skiing. Shortly after finishing her schooling for massage therapy she quickly knew she wanted to live on a coast where she could continue to live the lifestyle she always wanted and meet new people. She also found during school her calling for helping people heal through the process of massage therapy and truly loves helping people to find comfort. Lucca also worked in private country clubs and enjoyed the service industry. Being able to purse her passions all at once, she made the choice to join the yachting industry. She hopes this decision will result in making a long term career and working her way up to chief stew. BRANDON POLLITE | Sous Chef | America Brandon grew up in St Louis, Missouri and after High School he attended the Military. He has lived in various states across the country and ended up going to culinary school in Colorado. It was here, working on the Ski slopes, that he was introduced to the yachting industry. He decided to jump at the opportunity and has loved every minute. Brandon likes spending his free time reading various cookbooks, as well as bike riding and relaxing at the beach. Thanks to his time in Colorado, he is also an avid skier. NIKI YOURA | 2nd Engineer (Rotational) | Canada Niki is an energetic Canadian whose heart has been longing for the sea as long as she can recall. She attributes this longing to frequent family trips to Canada’s West Coast. Despite being raised in Calgary, Alberta; a city surrounded by mountains and prairies; she always knew that her career would take her seaward. Niki has always had a curiosity about how and why things work the way they do. From a young age Niki was a tinkerer, choosing to work on her own cars rather than take them to a mechanic, work on home projects, and dismantle anything she could, just to take a peek inside. While attending a university transfer semester in Nice, France, she learned about the yachting industry. It was clear to her then, that yachting was the perfect way to combine her love for the sea, and constant curiosity into a rewarding career.

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Wellversed<br /> in navigating the world’s oceans, Captain Johannes is sure to provide the ultimate yachting<br /> experience. <br /> <br /> GRANT HEUNIS | Rotational Captain | South Africa <br /> Grant grew up in East London, South Africa and joined Top Five II from a well-known and successful<br /> charter yacht - M/Y Elysian. Grant began his career as a Deckhand giving him an invaluable understanding<br /> of each position onboard. He gained his MCA Master 3000 Ton License in 2012 and took<br /> over as full-time Captain of M/Y Passion. Having acted as a relief Captain for some time already,<br /> this was a smooth transition for Grant, and he has since exceeded all expectations in the role. Grant<br /> has extensive cruising experience in the Caribbean, Bahamas, East Coast of the USA, Mediterranean,<br /> Adriatic, and Aegean waters. Grant is a qualified PADI rescue diver and RYA Jet Ski Instructor.<br /> A keen sportsman, having competed for his provincial team in water polo, he enjoys the outdoors,<br /> surfing, keeping fit and hiking.<br /> <br /> ROB FULLER | Head Chef | England<br /> Chef Rob has been a Chef for many years & has travelled all over the world. Originally from England,<br /> where he was formally trained in the culinary arts, Rob seized the opportunity to be a Sous chef at<br /> the prestigious Ritz de Paris. From Paris he joined the yachting industry where his culinary knowledge<br /> has served him well. Mediterranean cuisine to Japanese cuisine is quite a diversification in the<br /> culinary world. Having worked with employers such as the Fayyad family, Danielle Steele and Giorgio<br /> Armani in their residences, villas and yachts, Chef Rob can supply high-end culinary masterpieces for<br /> the charter and guests. Chef Rob understands the diverse requirements for the client regardless of<br /> location or resources, creating menus from local ingredients is a fulfilling challenge.<br /> <br /> ROBERT SOLOMON | Chief Officer (Rotational) | South Africa<br /> Rob was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. Having grown up on a lake, Rob spent all day in and<br /> around the water. He has a strong passion for all water sports and loves being outdoors. Rob joined<br /> the industry in 2003 and now has his Chief Mate 3000 qualification. He has worked on a variety of<br /> vessels over the years and has cruised the Adriatic, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas, east coast<br /> of Africa and east coast of the USA. He was a crew member on the first Top Five so when the new<br /> build was commissioned, he jumped at the opportunity to join the program again. His vast skillset<br /> and very friendly nature make him a great asset to the team. Rob loves anything that involves being<br /> outdoors and is an avid hiker. After summiting Kilimanjaro, he is planning to do the seven peaks culminating<br /> in Everest. The next peak on the list is Aconcagua in Argentina.<br /> <br /> <br /> LUKE DU PREEZ | Chief Officer (Rotational) | South Africa <br /> Luke grew up on the East Coast of South Africa and has a passion for fishing and diving and often<br /> combines the two to spearfish. Luke completed a degree in financial management and shortly after<br /> graduating he went and taught English in Vietnam for a year. Luke then decided to pursue a career<br /> in something that complimented his love for being at sea which led him to the yachting industry.<br /> Luke holds his Chief Mate 3000 is a master tender driver.<br /> <br /> NICO TRUETER | Second Officer | South Africa <br /> Nico was born in a small town called Riversdale in South Africa. Nico developed a real passion for sport, especially rugby from a very young age. Building on his love for rugby, he always enjoys; swimming, water sports, shooting, hiking and running. He always enjoys relaxing and taking timeout while reading a book. Nico studied at the University of Stellenbosch, where he qualified as an account. He returned to his hometown to complete his three years of articles. Once he had qualified, he realised that being tied down behind a desk and crunching numbers was not for him, so in 2018 he took to the seas, where he could be physically and mentally stimulated and has never looked<br /> back. Nico is embracing each day and learning as much as he can to build a firm foundation as he climbs the ladder to being a captain. Nico being as active as he is and enjoying a good challenge and can impressively do a handstand starting from a seated position.<br /> <br /> TOM GAUTHIER | Bosun | New Zealand<br /> Tom was originally born in France and moved to New Zealand at the age of 11. Having grown up in<br /> a multi-cultured household, a passion for the seas, and parents who were yacht crew in the 80’s, Tom<br /> was bound to find himself following in their footsteps. Unlike his yacht chef mother and provisioner<br /> father, Tom aspires to become an officer, and has been working tirelessly towards achieving his license.<br /> Prior to his yachting career, he studied Hospitality and Hotel Management, and gained experience<br /> in this field working in 5-Star Hotels across New Zealand and Australia. In his time off, Tom<br /> enjoys traveling to interesting places and experiencing new things.<br /> <br /> BROC MILLS | Lead Deckhand| South Africa <br /> Broc Mills grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa. Broc joined the industry in 2021 after selling his<br /> business which he ran during the early covid times in South Africa. This is Broc’s first boat, and he<br /> has been a part of the Top Five II team since before she was officially launched. Although growing<br /> up in-land he preferred to spend most of his time on the coast, diving, fishing and being outdoors.<br /> Broc is a qualified Scuba Diving Instructor and holds his Yacht master 200GT license. Broc enjoys<br /> freediving and surfing, along with a variety of other outdoor activities, during his free time.<br /> <br /> MILO COEN | Deckhand | American<br /> Milo grew up in Upstate NY, on the Finger Lakes. He started yachting after he graduated high<br /> school. He hasn’t looked back and is enjoying being part of the Top Five II team. He is working<br /> towards his future goal of being a Captain one day. Milo loves being in the outdoors and in his spare<br /> time he enjoys spearfishing and freediving, and his newfound love of saltwater fishing. Milo has his<br /> Able-bodied seafarer’s ticket under the USCG licensing and is working towards more advanced<br /> qualifications.<br /> <br /> NICHOLAS ADRIAENS | Deckhand / Kite Surf Instructor | South Africa<br /> Nicholas grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and has been kiteboarding and surfing for over 10<br /> years. He competed in both at a national level. He has a genuine enthusiasm for all maritime activities<br /> including sailing and his happy to have recently joined M/Y Top Five II. Nicolas looks forward to<br /> taking you for kiteboarding and surfing lessons.<br /> <br /> JONA BRINK | Deckhand | South Africa<br /> Jona grew up on a farm in the central part of South Africa called Senekal. Where he has been spending<br /> most of his time fishing, diving doing water sports as well as improving on his carpenter skills<br /> over the years. Jona loves the great outdoors and being in nature. He joined the yachting industry<br /> shortly after finishing high School He wanted to pursue his passion to travel the world and learn<br /> about new cultures which is why he joined yachting. Jona loves improving himself in his spare time<br /> by learning and practising his wakeboarding skills. He has been working in America and the Bahamas<br /> and would like to make a long-term career out of yachting and work his way up to Chief Officer one<br /> day.<br /> <br /> RIKUS VAN ZYL | Deck/Engineer | South Africa<br /> Rikus grew up in George, a small town in South Africa. As a teenager he spent his summer holidays<br /> working as a lifeguard on the numerous beaches in the area and it was during this time that he discovered<br /> his love for the ocean. After graduating from High School, Rikus knew that yachting would<br /> be the perfect fit for his future. He obtained the necessary qualifications to start this new journey<br /> and thus his career in this industry took shape. Rikus has obtained his AEC Qualification which qualifies<br /> him to assist the engineer, and he am working towards obtaining his Second Engineer Certification.<br /> During his free time, he enjoys hiking and exploring new areas, especially in nature as well<br /> as reading and learning new skills that he can apply to his professional and personal life. A fun fact<br /> – Rikus is a qualified custom knife maker and during his free time he enjoys making these custom<br /> knives from scratch.<br /> <br /> <br /> JEREMY COLLISTER | Chief Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand<br /> Jeremy was raised in Auckland, New Zealand. Growing up he could be found either on the water or<br /> pulling apart anything he could get his hands on; this combination naturally led him to a career as a<br /> Yacht Engineer. Jeremy has his SVE 9000kW 3000GT. Jeremy has cruised The Mediterranean,<br /> Caribbean, and the Pacific oceans. In his spare time, he enjoys sailing, kitesurfing and generally<br /> exploring the area around us. His early love for sailing helped him understand and respect the ocean<br /> in all forms. This love led him to sailing from Italy to Australia on his 44ft sail boat, much of it single<br /> handed.<br /> <br /> SEAN WEEKS | Chief Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand<br /> Sean was born and raised in the coastal town, Auckland New Zealand. After leaving school he did<br /> a technical apprenticeship and attended university. After completion of his studies, he travelled to<br /> North America with friends and ended up starting his yachting career while in Florida. He cruised the<br /> East Cost of the US crossed the Atlantic Ocean and cruised the Mediterranean whilst continuing his<br /> studies. Once Qualified he joined a world cruising charter sail yacht doing 20k miles per a year. Sean<br /> has his MCA Chief Engineer 3000GT and a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Having spent the last<br /> few years in Florida he now lives here permanently with his long-term girlfriend. Sean likes to spend<br /> his free time outdoors, either on the mountains in the snow or biking as well as trying different foods<br /> from different cultures. He loves the ocean, boating, fishing, and sailing as well as engineering science<br /> and modern and historical engineering.<br /> <br /> FILIP BANKS | 2nd Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand<br /> Filip was born in Poland and lived there for several years before moving with his family to the UK. This taught him to be bilingual as well as have an understanding for different cultures. That in-turn brought about a spark of interest towards being open minded as well as an appetite for travel. His first encounter with yachting came about at the age of 19, since then he has sailed in Asia, the Mediterranean, the Atlantic and the Caribbean. Fillips previous vessel, Teleost, took him across to the Caribbean where he had the opportunity to learn to dive and see some of the most amazing sites. Before this he gained his qualifications with cruise ships (Royal Caribbean) as Engineer Officer of the Watch Unlimited (Merchant Navy Qualification). Fillips interests tie into literature, nutrition, and fitness. In the winter he enjoys clipping into a snowboard and cruising down white slopes.<br /> <br /> <br /> CASSIDY JERRAM | Chief Stewardess | South Africa<br /> Cassidy was born in Cape Town, South Africa. Growing up on the beach she has always had a love<br /> for the ocean through surfing and wakeboarding. After matriculating, Cassidy flew straight over to<br /> the yachts and has been in the industry ever since. Since early 2015 she has cruised the Mediterranean,<br /> USA, Seychelles, and the Bahamas. 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Growing up on a farm in South<br /> Africa’s Free State, Joe was easily drawn to the yachting lifestyle. He began his yachting career as<br /> an engineer and eventually became a yacht captain in 2002. Joe’s natural navigation and mechanical<br /> skills combined with his positive attitude make him a true asset to the yachting industry. His dedication<br /> to yachting is seen in his many achievements, including obtaining his Y3 Chief Engineer license.<br /> These certifications have provided an impressive foundation for his yachting career. Today, Joe holds<br /> 20 years of captaincy under his belt. Boasting a Master Y4 3000 GT MCA Captain’s license, Joe has<br /> travelled through the Bahamas, Caribbean, Mediterranean, along with most coastal waters. Wellversed<br /> in navigating the world’s oceans, Captain Johannes is sure to provide the ultimate yachting<br /> experience. <br /> <br /> GRANT HEUNIS | Rotational Captain | South Africa <br /> Grant grew up in East London, South Africa and joined Top Five II from a well-known and successful<br /> charter yacht - M/Y Elysian. Grant began his career as a Deckhand giving him an invaluable understanding<br /> of each position onboard. He gained his MCA Master 3000 Ton License in 2012 and took<br /> over as full-time Captain of M/Y Passion. Having acted as a relief Captain for some time already,<br /> this was a smooth transition for Grant, and he has since exceeded all expectations in the role. Grant<br /> has extensive cruising experience in the Caribbean, Bahamas, East Coast of the USA, Mediterranean,<br /> Adriatic, and Aegean waters. Grant is a qualified PADI rescue diver and RYA Jet Ski Instructor.<br /> A keen sportsman, having competed for his provincial team in water polo, he enjoys the outdoors,<br /> surfing, keeping fit and hiking.<br /> <br /> ROB FULLER | Head Chef | England<br /> Chef Rob has been a Chef for many years & has travelled all over the world. Originally from England,<br /> where he was formally trained in the culinary arts, Rob seized the opportunity to be a Sous chef at<br /> the prestigious Ritz de Paris. From Paris he joined the yachting industry where his culinary knowledge<br /> has served him well. Mediterranean cuisine to Japanese cuisine is quite a diversification in the<br /> culinary world. Having worked with employers such as the Fayyad family, Danielle Steele and Giorgio<br /> Armani in their residences, villas and yachts, Chef Rob can supply high-end culinary masterpieces for<br /> the charter and guests. Chef Rob understands the diverse requirements for the client regardless of<br /> location or resources, creating menus from local ingredients is a fulfilling challenge.<br /> <br /> ROBERT SOLOMON | Chief Officer (Rotational) | South Africa<br /> Rob was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. Having grown up on a lake, Rob spent all day in and<br /> around the water. He has a strong passion for all water sports and loves being outdoors. Rob joined<br /> the industry in 2003 and now has his Chief Mate 3000 qualification. He has worked on a variety of<br /> vessels over the years and has cruised the Adriatic, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas, east coast<br /> of Africa and east coast of the USA. He was a crew member on the first Top Five so when the new<br /> build was commissioned, he jumped at the opportunity to join the program again. His vast skillset<br /> and very friendly nature make him a great asset to the team. Rob loves anything that involves being<br /> outdoors and is an avid hiker. After summiting Kilimanjaro, he is planning to do the seven peaks culminating<br /> in Everest. The next peak on the list is Aconcagua in Argentina.<br /> <br /> <br /> LUKE DU PREEZ | Chief Officer (Rotational) | South Africa <br /> Luke grew up on the East Coast of South Africa and has a passion for fishing and diving and often<br /> combines the two to spearfish. Luke completed a degree in financial management and shortly after<br /> graduating he went and taught English in Vietnam for a year. Luke then decided to pursue a career<br /> in something that complimented his love for being at sea which led him to the yachting industry.<br /> Luke holds his Chief Mate 3000 is a master tender driver.<br /> <br /> NICO TRUETER | Second Officer | South Africa <br /> Nico was born in a small town called Riversdale in South Africa. Nico developed a real passion for sport, especially rugby from a very young age. Building on his love for rugby, he always enjoys; swimming, water sports, shooting, hiking and running. He always enjoys relaxing and taking timeout while reading a book. Nico studied at the University of Stellenbosch, where he qualified as an account. He returned to his hometown to complete his three years of articles. Once he had qualified, he realised that being tied down behind a desk and crunching numbers was not for him, so in 2018 he took to the seas, where he could be physically and mentally stimulated and has never looked<br /> back. Nico is embracing each day and learning as much as he can to build a firm foundation as he climbs the ladder to being a captain. Nico being as active as he is and enjoying a good challenge and can impressively do a handstand starting from a seated position.<br /> <br /> TOM GAUTHIER | Bosun | New Zealand<br /> Tom was originally born in France and moved to New Zealand at the age of 11. Having grown up in<br /> a multi-cultured household, a passion for the seas, and parents who were yacht crew in the 80’s, Tom<br /> was bound to find himself following in their footsteps. Unlike his yacht chef mother and provisioner<br /> father, Tom aspires to become an officer, and has been working tirelessly towards achieving his license.<br /> Prior to his yachting career, he studied Hospitality and Hotel Management, and gained experience<br /> in this field working in 5-Star Hotels across New Zealand and Australia. In his time off, Tom<br /> enjoys traveling to interesting places and experiencing new things.<br /> <br /> BROC MILLS | Lead Deckhand| South Africa <br /> Broc Mills grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa. Broc joined the industry in 2021 after selling his<br /> business which he ran during the early covid times in South Africa. This is Broc’s first boat, and he<br /> has been a part of the Top Five II team since before she was officially launched. Although growing<br /> up in-land he preferred to spend most of his time on the coast, diving, fishing and being outdoors.<br /> Broc is a qualified Scuba Diving Instructor and holds his Yacht master 200GT license. Broc enjoys<br /> freediving and surfing, along with a variety of other outdoor activities, during his free time.<br /> <br /> MILO COEN | Deckhand | American<br /> Milo grew up in Upstate NY, on the Finger Lakes. He started yachting after he graduated high<br /> school. He hasn’t looked back and is enjoying being part of the Top Five II team. He is working<br /> towards his future goal of being a Captain one day. Milo loves being in the outdoors and in his spare<br /> time he enjoys spearfishing and freediving, and his newfound love of saltwater fishing. Milo has his<br /> Able-bodied seafarer’s ticket under the USCG licensing and is working towards more advanced<br /> qualifications.<br /> <br /> NICHOLAS ADRIAENS | Deckhand / Kite Surf Instructor | South Africa<br /> Nicholas grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and has been kiteboarding and surfing for over 10<br /> years. He competed in both at a national level. He has a genuine enthusiasm for all maritime activities<br /> including sailing and his happy to have recently joined M/Y Top Five II. Nicolas looks forward to<br /> taking you for kiteboarding and surfing lessons.<br /> <br /> JONA BRINK | Deckhand | South Africa<br /> Jona grew up on a farm in the central part of South Africa called Senekal. Where he has been spending<br /> most of his time fishing, diving doing water sports as well as improving on his carpenter skills<br /> over the years. Jona loves the great outdoors and being in nature. He joined the yachting industry<br /> shortly after finishing high School He wanted to pursue his passion to travel the world and learn<br /> about new cultures which is why he joined yachting. Jona loves improving himself in his spare time<br /> by learning and practising his wakeboarding skills. He has been working in America and the Bahamas<br /> and would like to make a long-term career out of yachting and work his way up to Chief Officer one<br /> day.<br /> <br /> RIKUS VAN ZYL | Deck/Engineer | South Africa<br /> Rikus grew up in George, a small town in South Africa. As a teenager he spent his summer holidays<br /> working as a lifeguard on the numerous beaches in the area and it was during this time that he discovered<br /> his love for the ocean. After graduating from High School, Rikus knew that yachting would<br /> be the perfect fit for his future. He obtained the necessary qualifications to start this new journey<br /> and thus his career in this industry took shape. Rikus has obtained his AEC Qualification which qualifies<br /> him to assist the engineer, and he am working towards obtaining his Second Engineer Certification.<br /> During his free time, he enjoys hiking and exploring new areas, especially in nature as well<br /> as reading and learning new skills that he can apply to his professional and personal life. A fun fact<br /> – Rikus is a qualified custom knife maker and during his free time he enjoys making these custom<br /> knives from scratch.<br /> <br /> <br /> JEREMY COLLISTER | Chief Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand<br /> Jeremy was raised in Auckland, New Zealand. Growing up he could be found either on the water or<br /> pulling apart anything he could get his hands on; this combination naturally led him to a career as a<br /> Yacht Engineer. Jeremy has his SVE 9000kW 3000GT. Jeremy has cruised The Mediterranean,<br /> Caribbean, and the Pacific oceans. In his spare time, he enjoys sailing, kitesurfing and generally<br /> exploring the area around us. His early love for sailing helped him understand and respect the ocean<br /> in all forms. This love led him to sailing from Italy to Australia on his 44ft sail boat, much of it single<br /> handed.<br /> <br /> SEAN WEEKS | Chief Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand<br /> Sean was born and raised in the coastal town, Auckland New Zealand. After leaving school he did<br /> a technical apprenticeship and attended university. After completion of his studies, he travelled to<br /> North America with friends and ended up starting his yachting career while in Florida. He cruised the<br /> East Cost of the US crossed the Atlantic Ocean and cruised the Mediterranean whilst continuing his<br /> studies. Once Qualified he joined a world cruising charter sail yacht doing 20k miles per a year. Sean<br /> has his MCA Chief Engineer 3000GT and a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Having spent the last<br /> few years in Florida he now lives here permanently with his long-term girlfriend. Sean likes to spend<br /> his free time outdoors, either on the mountains in the snow or biking as well as trying different foods<br /> from different cultures. He loves the ocean, boating, fishing, and sailing as well as engineering science<br /> and modern and historical engineering.<br /> <br /> FILIP BANKS | 2nd Engineer (Rotational) | New Zealand<br /> Filip was born in Poland and lived there for several years before moving with his family to the UK. This taught him to be bilingual as well as have an understanding for different cultures. That in-turn brought about a spark of interest towards being open minded as well as an appetite for travel. His first encounter with yachting came about at the age of 19, since then he has sailed in Asia, the Mediterranean, the Atlantic and the Caribbean. Fillips previous vessel, Teleost, took him across to the Caribbean where he had the opportunity to learn to dive and see some of the most amazing sites. Before this he gained his qualifications with cruise ships (Royal Caribbean) as Engineer Officer of the Watch Unlimited (Merchant Navy Qualification). Fillips interests tie into literature, nutrition, and fitness. In the winter he enjoys clipping into a snowboard and cruising down white slopes.<br /> <br /> <br /> CASSIDY JERRAM | Chief Stewardess | South Africa<br /> Cassidy was born in Cape Town, South Africa. Growing up on the beach she has always had a love<br /> for the ocean through surfing and wakeboarding. After matriculating, Cassidy flew straight over to<br /> the yachts and has been in the industry ever since. Since early 2015 she has cruised the Mediterranean,<br /> USA, Seychelles, and the Bahamas. In her spare time, she loves spending time outdoors<br /> in group sports, horse riding, nature hikes, and enjoying the local cuisines and cultures. She never<br /> misses a Wordle and loves a good crossword puzzle. When she is home, she enjoys working on her<br /> 1971 Chevrolet L/S Edition. Cassidy is also a qualified Yoga Instructor, she holds her 200Hr YTT, she<br /> is also the Medical Officer onboard M/Y TOP FIVE II.<br /> <br /> JORDAN O'CONNOR | Second Stewardess | South Africa<br /> Jordan took hospitality as a subject and that is where she found her passion for the hospitality industry,<br /> where she excelled in this subject. Jordan began her yachting career at the age of 18 in Europe<br /> and has travelled around the globe and very quickly learned the ways of yachting and successfully<br /> became a Chief Stew at the age of 23 as well as completing an extensive yard period. She has travelled<br /> extensively on various motor yachts and has been to some of the most exquisite places around<br /> the world such as Saudi Arabia, Palau Micronesia, Hawaii, Asia, the Mediterranean, and South America<br /> to name a few. Over the past 6 years, Jordan has dedicated her time on board various vessels<br /> and always ensures she brings the highest standard on board and loves to share her knowledge and<br /> passion with those around her in a happy and positive environment.<br /> <br /> JANELLE WALTON | Stewardess | South Africa<br /> Janelle grew up on a farm in a small town Sunland, South Africa. Janelle has a passion for sport,<br /> family and children. She knew from when she finished school she wanted to do yachting, but she first<br /> had to pursue her career in what she loves. She studied at Stellenbosch University, where she graduated<br /> with a Bachelors of Education Foundation Phase degree. She has a strong background with<br /> children and hospitality, which is her reason for pursuing her career in yachting and for her to also<br /> travel around the world. Janelle loves exercising and exploring the new cuisines and cultures that<br /> she has been lucky to see in her first 10 months of yachting.<br /> <br /> CHARLOTTE WIGHTMAN | PT Stewardess | America<br /> Charlotte was born in La Jolla California, but grew up in Arizona. She spent her summers sailing with<br /> her family and found great interest in being on the water. Charlotte’s first few years in the industry<br /> were spent as a Deckhand, cruising between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Now she has<br /> the esteemed pleasure of being a stewardess on board Top Five II. Charlotte loves exercising in her<br /> spare time and has recently completed her personal training certifications. Fun fact, her older sister<br /> Kahle worked as the sous chef onboard Top Five II in the past.<br /> <br /> JAMIE VAN SCHOOR | Junior Stewardess/Masseause | South Africa<br /> Jamie grew up in the beautiful Cape Town, South Africa with a passion for fitness and human<br /> anatomy. Jamie went to study Sports science at Stellenbosch University where she graduated with<br /> her degree and completed her sport massage courses. Jamie has a history of working in the fitness<br /> and hospitality industry and decided to pursue a career in yachting as it appealed to all her passions<br /> and skills. This yacht is a starting point in Jamie’s career where she is excited to grow and progress<br /> in this industry. She is excited to join as a stew/ masseuse and treat people to make them feel better.<br /> She has a passion for the water and loves all water sports like surfing and water polo.<br /> <br /> LUCCA BARONI | Stew / Masseuse | America<br /> Lucca grew up in South Louisiana where she was always doing water sports like wakeboarding and<br /> water skiing. Shortly after finishing her schooling for massage therapy she quickly knew she wanted<br /> to live on a coast where she could continue to live the lifestyle she always wanted and meet new<br /> people. She also found during school her calling for helping people heal through the process of<br /> massage therapy and truly loves helping people to find comfort. Lucca also worked in private country<br /> clubs and enjoyed the service industry. Being able to purse her passions all at once, she made<br /> the choice to join the yachting industry. 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These certifications have provided an impressive foundation for his yachting career. Today, Joe holds 15 years of captaincy under his belt. Boasting a Master Y4 3000 GT MCA Captain’s license, Joe has traveled through the Bahamas, Caribbean, Mediterranean, along with most coastal waters. Well-versed in navigating the world’s oceans, Captain Johannes is sure to provide the ultimate yachting experience. <br /> <br /> GRANT HEUNIS | Captain (Rotational) | South African <br /> Grant grew up in East London, South Africa, and joined Top Five II from a well-known and successful charter yacht - M/Y Elysian. Grant began his career as a Deckhand giving him an invaluable understanding of each position onboard. He gained his MCA Master 3000 Ton License in 2012 and took over as full-time Captain of M/Y Passion. Having acted as a relief Captain for some time already, this was a smooth transition for Grant, and he has since exceeded all expectations in the role. Grant has extensive cruising experience in the Caribbean, Bahamas, East Coast of the USA, Mediterranean, Adriatic and Aegean waters. Grant is a qualified PADI rescue diver and RYA Jet Ski Instructor. A keen sportsman, having competed for his provincial team in water polo, he enjoys the outdoors, surfing, keeping fit, and hiking. A combination of qualifications and experience from these various backgrounds ensures a well-developed sense of safety and security while at the same time guaranteeing a fun-filled vacation onboard. Grant’s strong emphasis on planning, organization, and training ensures an impeccable vessel, and that a professional and motivated crew is on hand to pamper you all through your time onboard with us.<br /> <br /> LIZ BRASLER | FIRST OFFICER | South African <br /> Liz Brasler was Born in Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa. At age nine, she left, and her parents began their first voyage aboard their Sail Yacht in 1999. Having been at sea ever since Liz was born to be on the water. As a child, Liz spent many years being homeschooled onboard, allowing for a natural progression into the yachting industry. While Liz now has a home in Mallorca, Spain, her parents are still cruising on their family Yacht. Living in Spain, Liz is bilingual- speaking Spanish and English. A seasoned veteran, Liz has been on 18 yachts ranging from 15 to 120 meters, including Motor Yacht “A”, Titania, Soprano, and Iman. She has cruised the South Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, North Sea, Baltic Sea, Red Sea, Indian Ocean, South China Sea, and the Arabian Sea. When Liz is home, she spends her time studying and doing home renovations. She enjoys learning new skills and often seeks environments that promote learning. Growing up at sea, she enjoys most water activities including apnea-free diving, Scuba diving, Snorkeling, and Spearfishing. Her other interests include Photography, Rock climbing, and Rollerblading. She is a qualified Master Scuba diver trainer and holds a yacht Engineering qualification. Most notably, Liz has slept more nights at sea than on land. Obtaining her Master 3000 license as a woman has been the height of her career. <br /> <br /> SEAN WEEKS | ROTATIONAL CHIEF ENGINEER | New Zealand <br /> Sean was born and raised in the coastal town of Auckland, New Zealand. Upon leaving school, Sean did a technical apprenticeship and attended University. After completion of his studies, he traveled to North America with friends and ended up starting his yachting career while in Florida. He cruised the East Coast of the US, crossed the Atlantic Ocean, and cruised the Mediterranean whilst continuing his studies. Once Qualified he joined a world cruising Charter Sail Yacht (doing 20k miles per year)! Sean has his MCA Chief Engineer 3000GT and a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Having spent the last few years in Florida, he permanently resides in the sunshine state with his long-term Girlfriend. Sean likes to spend his free time outdoors, either on the Mountains in the Snow or Biking as well as trying different Foods from diverse Cultures. He loves the Ocean, Boating, Fishing, and Sailing as well as Engineering science and modern and historical engineering. Sean performed the Haka in a Speedo whilst representing NZ for Water Polo. <br /> <br /> FILIP BANKS | 2nd Engineer | Polish <br /> Filip was born and raised in Poland. Upon moving with his family to the UK, Filip was bilingual from an early age. His diverse cultural knowledge fueled his appetite for travel. His first encounter with Yachting came at age 19, since then, he has sailed the seas of Asia, the Mediterranean, the Atlantic, and the Caribbean. Fillip's previous vessel - Teleost, took him across to the Caribbean where he had the opportunity to become a Diver. Seeing pristine coral reefs and exotic marine life fueled his passion for the sea even more. Prior to his diving experience, he gained his qualifications with Royal Caribbean as an Engineer Officer of the Watch Unlimited (Merchant Navy Qualification). Fillips interests tie into literature, nutrition, and fitness. In the winter he enjoys clipping into a Snowboard and cruising down white slopes. One of his proud achievements is making 1-minute noodles in 59 seconds. <br /> <br /> <br /> ROB SOLOMAN | 2nd Officer | South African<br /> Rob was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. Having grown up on a lake, Rob spent most of his time on the water. His passion for Watersports sparked an interest in the yachting industry. Rob joined the industry in 2003 and now has his Chief Mate 3000 qualifications. He has worked on a variety of vessels over the years and has cruised the Adriatic, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas, East Coast of Africa, and East Coast of the USA. Having been a crew member on the original TOP FIVE, Rob jumped at the opportunity to join the program again. Rob is an avid hiker- hiking Mount Kilimanjaro. Rob is planning to do the Seven Peaks culminating in Everest. The next peak on the list is Aconcagua, Argentina. <br /> <br /> LUKE DU PREEZ | Bosun | South African <br /> Luke grew up on the East Coast of South Africa, developing a passion for Fishing and Diving. Combining the two, Luke is also an avid spearfisherman. Luke completed a degree in Financial Management and went on to teach English in Vietnam. A year later, Luke decided to pursue a career in something that complimented his love for being at sea-leading him to the Yachting industry. A fun fact about Luke is that he is good at Mental Maths and at times proves to be his party trick. Luke has worked on several yachts including Symphony and Bravo Eugenia. Luke’s favorite places that he has traveled to while yachting has easily been Alaska. He also enjoys visiting the sunny Caribbean islands, most notably, Antigua and Grenada. <br /> <br /> DARYN FISHER | Lead Deckhand | American <br /> Daryn was born in Northern California. Growing up beside a ski resort in Lake Tahoe, Daryn learned to ski at a very young age. During the summer months, he would spend many days at the beach. Daryn’s love for the outdoors sparked his interest in yachting. He started his career at 19, working as a caretaker at a pristine estate on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. This is where he met a great friend who was previously a yacht captain and eventually introduced him to yachting. At age 23, Daryn made the move across the country to South Florida where he started his yachting career. He has been in the industry for 2+ years and has worked on several ranging from 38-70m in length. Daryn has cruised the East coast of the US, Atlantic Ocean, Bahamas the Sea of Cortez- having transited the Panamá canal. Daryn is currently a Lead Deckhand onboard TOP FIVE II and holds his 200-ton unlimited captain's license, efficient deckhand course, and short-range VHF certificate. Daryn especially enjoys Snowboarding and was the youngest Snowboarder to complete the Gun Barrel 25. His victory led to a featured article in the local Newspaper- a notable achievement for a child! <br /> <br /> MIGUEL DA SILVA | Deckhand| South African <br /> Miguel was born in South Africa and speaks both English and Afrikaans. Having grown up in Bloemfontein (inland) South Africa - Miguel grew up far from the sea. This distance from the water grew his passionate curiosity, leading him to the ocean to begin his yachting career. Prior to yachting, Miguel worked in IT and web development. Through combining his love for the sea and his IT skills, Miguel started his yachting career and has never looked back. Before working on TOP FIVE II, Miguel worked on Viva Rae, 35m, and Island Heiress, 42m thus making TOP FIVE II the largest vessel that he has worked on. Miguel has cruised the Bahamas and is now enjoying his time on the East Coast of America. <br /> <br /> NICO TRUETER | Deckhand | South African <br /> Nico was born in the quaint town of Riversdale, South Africa. Nico developed a real passion for sport, especially Rugby. Building on his love for Rugby, he also enjoys; Swimming, Water sports, Shooting, Hiking, and Running. He always enjoys relaxing and taking time out while reading a book. Nico studied at the University of Stellenbosch, where he qualified as an Accountant. He returned to his hometown to complete his three years of articles. Once he had qualified, he realized that being tied down behind a desk and crunching numbers was not for him. In 2018, Nico took to the seas, where he could be physically and mentally stimulated and has never looked back. Nico is embracing each day and learning as much as he can to build a firm foundation as he climbs the ladder to being a Captain. Nico is as active as he is and enjoying a good challenge and can impressively do a handstand starting from a seated position. <br /> <br /> DANTE MINATEL | Deck/Engineer | American <br /> Dante was born in the United States. Dante was previously onboard M/Y BABA before joining TOP FIVE II as a Deck/Engineer. He has cruised the Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, English Channel, and East Coast of the US. Before yachting, Dante achieved his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. He Grew up on the lakes of Michigan participating in all Water Sports, Boating, and everything on the water. Yearning for a career that combined water and engineering, yachting was the perfect fit! Dante loves to be outdoors and often spends his free time exercising, Hiking and Kayaking. He also does drone videography and photography.<br /> <br /> BROC MILLS | Junior Deckhand | South African <br /> Broc Mills grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is bilingual, speaking both English and Afrikaans. Broc spent most of his time on the coast, specifically diving in the open sea. Having a passion for the ocean, Broc always dreamt of working on the water. His goal was to travel the world by boat, eventually leading him to the yachting industry. TOP FIVE II being Broc's first boat, he is thrilled to join the team as a deckhand. Learning the ropes of the yachting world, Broc has earned his day skipper, powerboat level 2, and PWC certifications. Broc has cruised the English Channel and the Atlantic Ocean. Spending most of his time outdoors, Broc enjoys Free Diving, Scuba Diving, Swimming, Rock climbing, Running, and Hiking. At the start of 2020, Broc ran his own business and became a Scuba Diving Instructor. <br /> <br /> KATE-LYNNE SHAW | CHIEF STEWARDESS | South African <br /> Kate-lynne grew up in a town called Pietermaritzburg in South Africa. Growing up in a majority female household has allowed Kate to lead her team of stewardesses with kindness and professionalism. Kate-lynne joined the yachting industry 8 years ago and has cruised the Caribbean, Central American, South American, and the East Coast of American seas. Kate-lynne enjoys leading a healthy and active lifestyle through Hiking, Diving, and keeping fit. Kate-lynne has a thirst for travel and exploring and especially enjoys discovering quaint, off-the-map destinations, embracing their beauty and their different cultures. <br /> <br /> BIANCA BAMBROUGH | 2nd Stewardess | South African <br /> Bianca was born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. She grew up on a smallholding on the coast and spent most of her time at the beach. Bianca’s parents traveled extensively- journeying across the globe surfing and diving- planting the seed for wanderlust. With the desire to travel and a love of adventure, Bianca pursued a career in yachting at the age of 18. Bianca has been progressing through the industry for five years and was on board M/Y YALLA, M/Y WHEELS, AND M/Y LIONESS V before joining M/Y TOP FIVE II as 2nd Stewardess. She has cruised the Mediterranean Sea, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, English Channel, and East Coast of the US. Bianca likes to spend her free time outdoors, exploring new places and trying out new restaurants. Her hobbies include running, hiking, scuba diving, yoga, and reading. She particularly enjoys books on nutrition. Bianca has a big interest in nutrition and has an integrative nutrition health coach certificate and hopes to study more on the subject in the future. <br /> <br /> VICTORIA COETZEE | 3rd Stewardess | South African <br /> Victoria was born in Cape Town, South Africa. Growing up close to the West Coast of South Africa, she was born with a love for the sea. Learning how to sail when she was just five years old, Victoria’s passion for the sea has grown ever since. Obtaining an undergraduate degree in Advertising, Victoria specialized in digital media and brand management. She continued to obtain her honors degree in Entrepreneurial Management. After 4 years of working in her qualified field, the urge to travel and explore led her to once again set sail and join the yachting industry. Victoria has been in the industry for three years on Yachts ranging from 28m sailing yachts to 95m motor yachts. Victoria thoroughly enjoys the outdoors, whether it be in and on the water or hiking in the mountains. She enjoys Wakeboarding, Water Skiing, Diving, Running, and Hiking. Victoria has completed three half marathons and is working towards her first Ultra-marathon, being the Comrade's Marathon (89 Kilometers) in South Africa. <br /> <br /> NIM SUJANTA | Stewardess / Masseuse | Thai <br /> Nim was born in Sisaket province in the Northeast of Thailand. Nim can speak Thai, Lao, Cambodian, and English. She started to work in the hospitality industry initially at the top-class Banyan Tree resort and Spa in Phuket, Thailand before moving overseas to the UAE where she began to work on the Princess Cruises. Nim later moved from the cruises over to Yachts. She previously worked on motor yacht Eminence and cruised the Bahamas, East Coast of the US, Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean and Caribbean seas. Nim loves to treat people and make them feel fresh, relaxed, and comfortable and she is very excited to be joining the TOP FIVE II team as Stew/Masseuse. Nim likes to spend most of her time outdoors and enjoys cycling around new places. Nim loves to experience new cultures and meet people from around the world. Back in Thailand, she proudly owns a small Oyster Mushroom Farm. <br /> <br /> ROLENE VAN ASWEGEN | Junior Stewardess | South African <br /> Roelene was born in a small town in South Africa, called Hartswater. Roelene was raised in an Afrikaans-speaking home but has mastered the English language. Roelene is an avid traveler and enjoys exploring whenever she can. Before joining yachting, Roelene adventured to many different countries, learning about their different cultures and traditions. She loves being outdoors and embracing the flora and fauna environments. Roelene is an active person and enjoys hiking, traveling, chasing sunsets, and tapping into her creative side through drawing. Roelene uses embraces her creative side by working on children's books in her spare time. Although Roelene is new to the industry she is a quick learner and a great asset to her team. <br /> <br /> RACHEL TYNER | Junior Stewardess | American <br /> Rachel was born and raised in Papillion, Nebraska where she went on to study hospitality at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. After completing her studies, Rachel worked as a travel and events specialist for a sports technology company. While traveling in the Caribbean, Rachel was introduced to the yachting world. Her event coordination skills, hospitality background, and passion for travel made becoming a stewardess the perfect fit. Rachel enjoys spending her time outdoors, channeling her creativity. Rachel says she enjoys the science behind baking, resulting in her experimenting with chocolate chip cookies, where she backed 10 different batches, using different ingredients and measurements to find the perfect recipe. Rachel’s friends and family were the guinea pigs. 10 variations of chocolate chip cookies later... needless to say, it was a treat! <br /> <br /> ROB FULLER | Head Chef | English <br /> Chef Rob Fuller is globally recognized in the yachting industry. Originally from England, he spent years in a formal culinary arts school. Chef Rob seized the opportunity to be a Sous chef at the prestigious Ritz de Paris. From Paris, he joined the yachting industry where his culinary knowledge has served him well. From Mediterranean cuisine to Japanese classics, Rob’s cooking skills are diverse to say the least. Having worked with employers such as the Fayyad family, Danielle Steele and Giorgio Armani in their residences, villas, and yachts, Chef Rob can supply high-end culinary masterpieces for the charter and guests. Chef Rob understands the diverse requirements for the client regardless of location or resources, creating Menus from local ingredients is a fulfilling challenge. <br /> <br /> MONICA CARDOSO | Sous Chef | Portuguese <br /> Monica grew up in a small village by the seaside in Portugal. After studying business at university, Monica decided to pursue her love for the culinary arts. Once she qualified as a chef, Monica worked in a restaurant spent time working in both restaurants and chalets. In 2017, Monica decided to join the yachting industry as a chef. Having been in the industry for 4 years, Monica has worked on various vessels, namely, M/Y TELEOST, M/Y WHITE STAR, 50M, AND M/Y SUNRAY. Monica has cruised the Pacific, Mediterranean and American East Coast waters. When Monica is not in the Galley, she enjoys being outdoors; Hiking, Swimming, and exploring. She also enjoys relaxing behind a good book. 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Drag the sliders to modify your results. These are not linear scales and we expect most yachts to operate within the 20-80% window. Above 80% and below 20% costs increase or decrease at exaggerated levels and we only see numbers in these levels in very rare circumstances.

This sunburst diagram is interactive. You can click into each block to see the expense break down and mouse over each block for more details.

Our chart of accounts displays seven major categories, 20 sub-categories plus a further 80 detail categories for a total of 107.

Our yacht operating cost calculator is now on it’s third major revision. We start with actual yacht expense data from our yacht management accountants and then generate formulas to extrapolate out the budget for a wide range of yachts. We have been providing accounting services to large yachts for the past 18 years.

Our operating cost calculator is tuned for yachts from 80 to 600 feet. We find operating variables create the largest variances for yachts smaller than 100 feet and larger than 250 feet. We have tested the numbers the most in the range from 100 to 250 feet.

Our budget calculator factors in the fuel burn for a range of engine sizes typically seen installed on yachts by length. By dragging the green “fuel dockage” slider to the right you will increase the projected fuel burn rate and therefore the budget cost for fuel. Our default position would be for a typical displacement fuel burn. Position the slider in the 60-80% range for fuel projections for planning hulls.

Our default values produce a budget number that we believe is generous to run a yacht to a high standard. Perfect is a very expensive word to use in the yachting industry where standards are already high. Moving the crew and maintenance sliders to 80% will provide an “industry best” quality of crew and give them the maintenance budget to operate to a very high standard. If you need to go over the 80% area then you may have unusually labor intensive equipment on the yacht.

Yes, our yacht operating cost calculator can output a budget suitable for this situation. Adjust the owner use to 2 (minimum value), owner slider to 0, crew slider to 10%, Administration to 10%, Fuel and Dockage to 0, Maintenance to 10% and then Capital Repairs to 0. This will remove all of the large charges associated with owner use and vessel movement but leave the essential base maintenance and insurance in place.

Lift on and float in yacht transport is a popular way to transport yachts across large ocean passage. The yachts that this service certainly applies to are ones that may not have the motoring range or structural integrity for blue ocean cruising. The cost of transporting a yacht twice per year is put into our budget once the “Fuel Dockage” slider hits 75%. If your yacht has the range we recommend self-sufficient ocean passages whenever possible. Whilst the transport companies sell their services based upon reportedly well oiled operated schedules the reality is that your yacht may stay waiting for pickup for a week or more with no compensation due. When factoring in all secondary factors of self-sufficient passages (increased fuel, maintenance, potential storm damage, crew time off, extra delivery crew) compared with transporting your yacht (insurance, potential loading / unloading damage, loss of schedule control, no work whilst underway, crew flights, crew accommodation) we believe that there is a 100% premium associated with float in transport and a 75% premium with lift on transport compared with self-powered.

Abandoned yachts crash in value. We recommend that even if you are trying to sell your yacht that you use the yacht for a minimum of two weeks per year so that systems are tested and working every six months. There is nothing worse for a yacht than not being used. If you truly are not going to use the yacht then you should sell it immediately for the first genuine offer as every dollar you put into maintenance will not be recovered at the time of the sale.

We did not build this version with sailing yachts in mind. Early in our development of this version we decided to exclude sailing yachts as a few of the major cost drivers scale very differently for sailing yachts compared with motor yachts. For example: To calculate paint costs we reviewed the surface area of over 100 large yachts and created a formula for painted surface area to length. Sailing yachts just don’t scale in a consistent way. Similarly crew numbers don’t scale in the same manner that they do for motor yachts. If there is sufficient demand we may build a sailing selector switch into a future version of this tool.

We hate to hear when yacht owners were told by their broker to factor in 10% of the purchase price to operate the yacht. This over used saying is sadly right occasionally (particularly for newer yachts in the $20-30M range)… but just because a broken watch tells the right time twice a day you shouldn’t rely upon it to tell the time. As yachts get older their capital value decreases but their maintenance costs increase. There is no way that a fixed 10% of purchase cost rule can be true… if your broker told you this rule then you need a new yacht broker… we know some good ones. 😊

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When he introduces himself to his new teammates, Dante Miller always lists three distinct parts of his personal journey.

He is from what he describes as a “small town’’ — Rockingham, N.C. He went to Columbia for four years. He then played, briefly, at South Carolina. It is after he recounts his college résumé that the inevitable reactions emerge.

“You tell them about Columbia, and they automatically assume you’re super-smart and these different type of things,’’ Miller told The Post recently, “and then you say ‘South Carolina’ and they go, ‘Oh.’’ So you get the best of both worlds when it comes to that.’’

There is little about Miller that is typical.

He is a rookie, but not the usual rookie, in that he is 24 years old.

He thought he could play for the Gamecocks for two seasons, but that turned out not to be the case.

He was not allowed to enter the 2024 draft. Most of his college career was spent on the Upper West Side of Manhattan — Morningside Heights, to be exact — and that is not a place that spawns much talent to flow into the NFL.

Miller is a long shot to stick with the Giants, a short (5-foot-9) but not small (200 pounds) running back who was signed April 5. Perhaps the new kickoff rules give him an edge.

The Giants took Tyrone Tracy Jr. in the fifth round of the draft, and Tracy, like Miller, is also an older rookie at 24.

Devin Singletary was signed to fill the starting void at the position created when Saquon Barkley moved on to the Eagles. Gary Brightwell, Eric Gray and Jashaun Corbin return from the 2023 roster.

Miller is going to have to get busy and impress a whole bunch of coaches to carve a spot for himself on. Perhaps the new kickoff rules give him an edge. the depth chart or the practice squad.

If he does, it will be shocking to some, but not to him.

“No doubt in my mind I can play at this level,’’ he said. “Not even a doubt.’’

Miller out of high school committed to play at James Madison, but he de-committed and decided to go to Columbia — at the time explaining he wanted to make a decision based on the next 40 years and not the next four years of his life.

In 26 games at Columbia, Miller ran for 1,281 yards and six touchdowns. Along the way, he learned how to deal with a completely new environment that he called “a world-changer.’’

He had to get used to seeing so many people all the time. He took a 45-minute bus ride every day to practice, from 116th Street to 218th Street.

“And if you wanted to take the subway, you could do that,’’ Miller said. “But freshman year you weren’t taking the subway, for sure.’’

City life agreed with him during his three years living on campus and a senior year in an apartment on 109th Street. A self-described foodie, he enjoyed dining out and walks and bike rides in Central Park.

Miller graduated with a degree in sociology and received his Masters in sports management. He is only a few classes away from his MBA.

As a freshman, his first college touchdown was an 83-yard breakout against Central Connecticut State. A teammate, linebacker Jalen Williams, was impressed. “Dang, Turbo!’’ he exclaimed. Running backs coach Joe D’Orazio embraced the nickname. “Lil’ Turbo’’ was born.

Miller as a graduate transfer walked on at South Carolina in 2022, with he and the school believing he had two years of eligibility remaining. In six games, he had six rushing attempts for 38 yards.

As it turned out, because his 2020 season at Columbia was canceled by the COVID-19 pandemic, he had only one year of eligibility at South Carolina.

The NCAA took so long to determine Miller was ineligible to play in 2023 that the news came after the deadline for him to declare for the 2023 draft. Essentially, he was already technically a free agent, thus could not be included in the 2024 draft.

He was undeterred.

“You look at the film and you see an explosive person,’’ Miller said. “Wherever I go, that’s what I bring to the table, I bring explosive plays, because that’s the name of my game.’’

Miller can squat around 700 pounds ,and at South Carolina’s Pro Day he ripped off a 4.27 40-yard dash and completed 28 reps on the 225-pound bench press — faster and more powerful than any running back at the 2024 NFL scouting combine.

No wonder he still goes by “Turbo’’ — the “Lil’ ‘’ prefix has been dropped.

“You can say the size thing, but you won’t find a back that’s bigger than me that’s stronger than me, because I’m strong. I’m very strong.

“I’m not one of those guys — I don’t smoke, I don’t drink or do any of those types of things. I feel like if you do what you need to do you reap the benefits of that.’’

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This Sleek New 55-Foot Carbon-Fiber Yacht Looks Like a Spaceship for the High Seas

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Taking design cues from Enata’s “flying yachts” Foiler , Foiler USV , and Vatoz , the first 55-footer will feature a sleek carbon hull that ensures both strength and speed on the high seas. The yacht will also incorporate materials such as kevlar and titanium that are sturdy yet lightweight. The exterior combines angular, futuristic lines with organic structures. The superstructure is adorned with a dynamic glass dome inspired by intricate bird skeletons, according to Mirrari. The dome enhances structural integrity and ensures the interiors receive plenty of natural light.

“This collaboration resonated with my passion for unique materials and design concepts,” Bozca adds. “Rashed sought not only innovative design but also a distinctive sensory experience.”

The living quarters showcase contemporary furnishings, striking lighting, high-end materials, and a subtle neutral palette. The upper deck is home to an indoor-outdoor salon, a dining area, and the helm, while the lower deck is outfitted with two full-beam en suite cabins, a galley, and a small lounge. Heading outside, the aft deck is equipped with a BBQ and bar, the stern sports a large sun pad, and the bow is lined with more plush seating.

The inaugural Mirarri yacht is currently under construction, with delivery scheduled for 2025.

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Orcas Sink 50-Foot Yacht Off the Coast of Morocco

T he boat-ramming orcas are back in action: Two people had to be rescued from a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar after the black-and-white marine mammals damaged the vessel so badly it later sank, reporters Reuters ’ David Latona.

The incident occurred around 9 a.m. local time Sunday, some 14 miles north of Cape Spartel in northern Morocco. Passengers aboard the 50-foot Alboran Cognac felt blows to the yacht’s hull and saw that the rudder had been damaged. As water began leaking onto the ship, they contacted the Maritime Rescue Coordination Center in Tarifa, Spain, which directed them to prepare for an emergency rescue.

About an hour later, a nearby oil tanker picked up the two crew members, who were customers of Spain-based Alboran Charter , which owns the yacht, reports the Washington Post ’s Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff.

The boat took on more water and sank soon after. It’s not clear how many orcas targeted the vessel.

The sinking of the Alboran Cognac is the latest in a string of incidents involving orcas and ships in the Strait of Gibraltar. The highly intelligent, social marine mammals made headlines last spring , when they sank a Swiss yacht called Champagne off the coast of Spain. In November, they brought down another ship , a Polish sailing yacht called the Grazie Mamma .

But the animals’ unusual behavior goes back even further: Since 2020, mariners have reported 700 interactions between orcas and ships in the Strait of Gibraltar, per Reuters. The Alboran Cognac is the fifth vessel orcas have sunk in the last three years, reports Live Science ’s Harry Baker.

Most of the incidents have been recorded in the Strait of Gibraltar, a waterway linking the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The strait, which is bordered by Morocco to the south and by Spain to the north, is home to a distinct—and critically endangered —subpopulation of fewer than 50 orcas .

However, last June, orcas also rammed into a ship in the North Sea between Scotland and Norway, roughly 2,000 miles away from the Strait of Gibraltar. Scientists weren’t quite sure what to make of that incident, which raised the possibility that the destructive behavior was spreading to different groups of orcas.

In the meantime, authorities are urging mariners in the Strait of Gibraltar to exercise caution this summer. Spain’s Maritime Safety and Rescue Society recommends avoiding a large area between the Gulf of Cádiz and the Strait of Gibraltar; the agency also suggests that mariners sail as close to the coast as possible, especially from May to August, when orcas are more likely to be in the region.

If sailors do encounter orcas, the agency recommends they keep the vessel moving and head toward shallower waters. People onboard the ship should remain in the middle of the vessel and not approach the sides, where they may be at risk of falling overboard.

The agency also asked mariners to notify authorities of any orca encounters and, if possible, to take photographs of the creatures for identification.

Scientists remain puzzled by the orcas’ destructive behavior. A leading hypothesis is that a female nicknamed “White Gladis” started ramming into ships after having some sort of traumatic run-in with a vessel; she may also have been pregnant when she first started targeting ships. Since orcas are social creatures, other members of White Gladis’ group may have simply followed her lead and mimicked her actions.

“The idea of revenge is a great story, but there’s no evidence for it,” said Lori Marino , a neuroscientist and the founder and president of the Whale Sanctuary Project, to BBC Newsbeat ’s Shaun Dacosta last year.

Another possibility is that the orcas are curious about ships, or maybe, they’re just having fun.

“They’re probably socializing, yucking it up with each other about their adventures without realizing the terror they’re creating in their moments of joy,” said Andrew Trites , a marine mammal researcher at the University of British Columbia in Canada, to Business Insider ’s Erin Heger last summer.

Orcas have also been known to temporarily exhibit other unusual behaviors, like placing dead salmon atop their heads. The boat-ramming behavior may be another, similarly short-lived fad that the Strait of Gibraltar orcas will eventually move on from.

And they may already be doing just that: Between January and May 2024, the number of reported interactions with orcas was 65 percent lower than during the same period in 2023 and 40 percent lower than the average for those months across 2021, 2022 and 2023, according to the Atlantic Orca Working Group .

Whatever the orcas’ motivations, scientists have urged onlookers to avoid assigning human emotions to the animals’ behaviors. Though the boat-ramming killer whales have given rise to internet memes and merchandise that suggests they’re plotting an “ orca uprising ,” researchers argue that the marine mammals are not acting with malicious intent.