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Designing and building a superyacht is a complex process.

Design Intellectual property Build contract Warranty

Finance

Unlike the commercial shipping world, buying a superyacht with cash is commonplace

At a glance Points to consider Post-drawdown

Insurance

Insurance is where superyachting bows its head to commercial shipping

Possible risks What's required? Important clauses

Operational

There are many areas to deal with when operating a superyacht, some with increased media attention

Superyacht management Crewing matters Art onboard Flag Arms onboard Migrants Helicopters

Sales & Purchase

The sale and purchase of a superyacht can be a highly emotional experience

Top tips Points for sellers to consider Points for buyers to consider Basics of superyacht sale & purchase

Tax

If you are an EU resident or you choose to operate your superyacht commercially in the EU, or any combination of the two, you have to account for VAT

Q&A's

Toys

Inflatable water parks, yoga platforms, stand-up-paddleboards, submarines, flyboards, jet skis and electric surfboards are just a few of the myriad toys available onboard a superyacht

Jet skis Drones Flyboards & submarines

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Our deep industry experience enables us to impart our knowledge on commercial and legal issues that may arise when owning or chartering a superyacht

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