Behind every smooth port call is a supply chain: provisions, fuel, engineers, spare parts and paperwork, all timed around the yacht’s schedule. Here is how a yacht agent keeps it moving, and how digital tools make it transparent.
Of all the services a yacht agent provides, compliance is the least visible when it goes well. Nobody notices a smooth clearance. Everyone notices a
In high-demand ports, a berth is earned through timing, local knowledge and good relationships with the harbour office. Here is how yacht agents secure berths, plan realistic itineraries and keep a Plan B ready for peak season.
More than a port contact, a yacht agent coordinates authorities, suppliers and logistics so the yacht runs smoothly in port. Here is what the role covers, when to bring one in, and why it matters even in a home port.
From crew welfare and concierge requests to local knowledge, what a good yacht agent brings to a yacht, what to look for when choosing one, and how the right agent saves time, risk and cost.
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A yacht agent looks after more than the yacht. They support the crew, open doors for guests and bring local knowledge no guidebook holds. Here is what to look for in an agent, and how the right one protects your schedule and budget.
Applications have now just open for yachts planning to participate in the event from within Monaco’s main harbour (Port Hercule). Applications for a berth can be submitted until 27 February 2026, after which registration will close and the allocation committee will have, as every year, approximately one month to select the lucky participants.
Catalano Shipping is proud to be in Monaco during the world-renowned Monaco Yacht Show. Since our founding in 1997, we have been committed to offering
The superyacht industry is undergoing a profound transformation as owners, shipyards, and ports respond to the global push toward sustainability. With yachts becoming larger and
For many superyachts, the Mediterranean season is synonymous with summer cruising, glamorous destinations, and busy charter calendars. But once the season winds down, the region
For many yachts, the end of the Mediterranean season signals the start of preparations for an Atlantic crossing. The Caribbean beckons with warm weather, vibrant
Bonifacio, located at the southern tip of Corsica, is one of the Mediterranean’s most striking yachting destinations. Known for its dramatic limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, and charming old town, it is also a strategic stop for yachts cruising between Sardinia and the French Riviera. For captains, crew, and owners, accessing professional yacht services in Bonifacio is essential to ensure a smooth and stress-free stay.
As more yachts venture further afield, the Indian Ocean and its surrounding regions are increasingly becoming part of the global cruising itinerary. From the Maldives
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