“Smile and the world smiles with you.” It may be an overused quote, but that doesn’t mean it’s not true. More importantly, it’s a truth captains and owners can apply to their crew to keep guests onboard happy.
Palma, Mallorca will host the eighth annual Future of Superyachts conference on June 18 and 19. Hosted by Quaynote at the five-star Nixe Palace Hotel, this two-day conference offers industry professionals multiple opportunities for networking and learning more about the current hot topics.
On-the-job experience isn’t the only thing you need to get ahead in this ever more competitive industry. Training and certifications can give you that extra edge over the rest of the field, and in the past few years multiple schools have begun offering courses geared toward superyacht service.
In addition to a vast array of boats and displays from international exhibitors, the Antibes Yacht Show, April 18 to 21, offers great opportunities for continued education. Among the programs available is a series of seminars organized by The International Superyacht Society.
Staying ahead of the job market is a constant struggle in any field. As a captain or crewmember, how do you make yourself stand out from the hundreds of others applying for the same position? One way is to earn certifications like the ones offered through the Maritime Training Academy (MTA), a partnership of The MPI Group and Maritime Services International.
The Crew Coach, a crew training and development company owned and run by Allison Rentoul, has signed an exclusive partnership with Camper & Nicholsons to provide team workshops and professional development for Camper-managed yachts.
The US Superyacht Association has put together a great schedule for captains and senior crew attending the 2013 Captains’ Briefing in St Maarten, January 16 and 17. Aside from information seminars, the two-day meeting includes time for socializing.
Think twice about what you post online. Social media is here to stay and though it’s a good way to stay in touch with friends and family and expand your network, there are reasons to worry. Do you know who will re-tweet or like your page? Once your news is out, there is really not way to know where it will end.
If you’re looking for the next advancement, from Raymarine, wait no longer. Also, in this issue see FLIR’s new high-res thermal night vision unit with color camera, an affordable weather monitoring system, and how Perini Navi is reaching out to captains and crew.
Captain’s Log Editor Kenny Wooton contacted the Professional Yachting Association with questions about its Industry Standard for Interior Crew Training and Certification (ICTC). PYA president Andrew Schofield and Honorary Secretary Joey Meen replied by email. They requested their responses be published verbatim.
“Smile and the world smiles with you.” It may be an overused quote, but that doesn’t mean it’s not true. More importantly, it’s a truth captains and owners can apply to their crew to keep guests onboard happy.
Palma, Mallorca will host the eighth annual Future of Superyachts conference on June 18 and 19. Hosted by Quaynote at the five-star Nixe Palace Hotel, this two-day conference offers industry professionals multiple opportunities for networking and learning more about the current hot topics.
On-the-job experience isn’t the only thing you need to get ahead in this ever more competitive industry. Training and certifications can give you that extra edge over the rest of the field, and in the past few years multiple schools have begun offering courses geared toward superyacht service.
In addition to a vast array of boats and displays from international exhibitors, the Antibes Yacht Show, April 18 to 21, offers great opportunities for continued education. Among the programs available is a series of seminars organized by The International Superyacht Society.
Staying ahead of the job market is a constant struggle in any field. As a captain or crewmember, how do you make yourself stand out from the hundreds of others applying for the same position? One way is to earn certifications like the ones offered through the Maritime Training Academy (MTA), a partnership of The MPI Group and Maritime Services International.
The Crew Coach, a crew training and development company owned and run by Allison Rentoul, has signed an exclusive partnership with Camper & Nicholsons to provide team workshops and professional development for Camper-managed yachts.
The US Superyacht Association has put together a great schedule for captains and senior crew attending the 2013 Captains’ Briefing in St Maarten, January 16 and 17. Aside from information seminars, the two-day meeting includes time for socializing.
Think twice about what you post online. Social media is here to stay and though it’s a good way to stay in touch with friends and family and expand your network, there are reasons to worry. Do you know who will re-tweet or like your page? Once your news is out, there is really not way to know where it will end.
If you’re looking for the next advancement, from Raymarine, wait no longer. Also, in this issue see FLIR’s new high-res thermal night vision unit with color camera, an affordable weather monitoring system, and how Perini Navi is reaching out to captains and crew.
Captain’s Log Editor Kenny Wooton contacted the Professional Yachting Association with questions about its Industry Standard for Interior Crew Training and Certification (ICTC). PYA president Andrew Schofield and Honorary Secretary Joey Meen replied by email. They requested their responses be published verbatim.
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