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CAPTAINS

Technology
The Best Defense Against GPS Disruptions on Board a Yacht
How sonar technology can safeguard your navigation when GPS signals go awry and to recognize anomalies.
On the Job
Five Guidelines to Follow When Choosing the Best Contractor for a Yard Period
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How to Keep the Diesel Particulate Filter and Air Clean on Board
Profiles
On Board 75m M/Y Infinite Jest with Captains Tom Shipton and Cuan Nicolay
Safety
The PPE You Need on Board for the Deck Team
Safety
Are Alarms on Yachts Causing a Greater Safety Risk?
On the Job
How to Spot and Avoid Yacht Refit Fraud

STEWS

On the Job
Chief Stew Kendall's Tips and Tricks to Organizing Crew Uniform Inventory
Uniform inventory can be a tedious and satisfying stew organization task, but with a system, the process can be efficient and easy to maintain.
On the Job
Chief Stew Bugsy Drake's Guide to Budget-Friendly Tablescapes
Sustainability
What Are the Implications of Using Products with VOCs on Board?
Food & Wine
Chief Stew Kendall's Go-To Mocktail Recipe for Dry January
On the Job
A Look into Two Stew-Led Yacht Refits
News
Former Stew Kate Argo’s Bloomfield Bespoke to Launch Flower Arranging Tutorials
Profiles
Q&A with Stew Kim Pinkowski

ENGINEERS

Technology
The Best Defense Against GPS Disruptions on Board a Yacht
How sonar technology can safeguard your navigation when GPS signals go awry and to recognize anomalies.
Technology
Engineering Tools You Need to Master
Technology
Guide to Communication Equipment Health Checks
Sustainability
What Are the Implications of Using Products with VOCs on Board?
Safety
How to Make Towing a Tender Safer
Training
Upcoming Changes for the STCW Code
Sustainability
Sustainable Ways to Upgrade the Yacht During Refit

DECKHANDS

On the Job
Learn Your Yacht Light Basics
A deckhand must become familiar with basic wiring, principles of electrical circuitry, and the eco requirements on deck.
On the Job
How to Fix Scratches on the Yacht’s Painted Surfaces
On the Job
How to Prevent and Get Rid of Mold and Mildew
Profiles
Q&A with Bosun Ramesh Rushantha Silva
Sustainability
What Are the Implications of Using Products with VOCs on Board?
Safety
How to Protect Yourself from the Sun While on Deck
Safety
How to Make Towing a Tender Safer

CHEFS

News
Chef Benjamin Ferrand Wins The 2025 Superyacht Chef Competition at Monaco Yacht Club
Nine elite superyacht chefs met to compete at the 2025 Superyacht Chef Competition at Monaco Yacht Club.
Safety
What are the Fire Risks in a Yacht Galley?
Profiles
Q&A with Chef Chun Wong of M/Y Rocinate
On the Job
How to Maximize a Crossing as a Yacht Chef and Plan Ahead
Food & Wine
Chef Nina Wilson Busts the MSG Myth
Profiles
Q&A with Head Chef Dainius Kubeckas of M/Y Reliance
Training
Upcoming Changes for the STCW Code