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Cruising
New guidelines help crew to make sustainable changes on board
The Water Revolution Foundation recently published the Environmental Crew Guidelines. Pantaenius asked author Danella Hopkins how they work.
Prevention
Orca encounters
On a perfect sailing day in the summer of 2020, delivery skipper Pete Green was sailing off the south-west coast of Spain. Green and his crew were delivering an Amel 52 from Gibraltar to the UK and all was going smoothly when, suddenly, the yacht’s rudder spun uncontrollably from side to side. They had been hit by a whale.
Cruising
Advanced Towing System
When the 66m catamaran Hodor was launched in 2019, it amazed even the most seasoned insiders. Although a large boat in its own right, Hodor had been built as a shadow vessel for a superyacht, a floating toy box designed to carry all the gear and playthings guests might wish for, from jet skis, all-terrain vehicles and trail motorbikes to an Airbus H145 helicopter.
Cruising
North to Alaska
The remote inlets and islands of Alaska are a backdrop to some of the most spectacular scenery and wildlife in the world – and it is all in range for a superyacht
Prevention
The Growing Threat of Lightning Damage & the Campaign to Counter It
Instances of lightning damage onboard yachts are steadily increasing, posing safety risks, cost increases and decreased usage time for yacht owners around the world. The results can be catastrophic.
Cruising
New guidelines help crew to make sustainable changes on board
Prevention
Orca encounters
Cruising
Advanced Towing System
Cruising
North to Alaska
Prevention
The Growing Threat of Lightning Damage & the Campaign to Counter It
48 Articles
Prevention
Uncontrolled Impact
A €1.5 million claim highlights the consequences of a missing killcord—and why even the simplest safety procedures should never be overlooked.
Cruising
Mental Health Support for Yacht Crew
Working away from family and friends can be tough for the yacht crew. They may find it harder to talk about feeling down or stressed compared to people ashore who see their loved ones daily. Communication with home can be limited. Crew members often deal with other challenges like monotonous routines, long hours, shift work, and isolation.
Depth of control
Spring 2025. Off the coast of Palma de Mallorca, a group of captains and technical experts gathers aboard a 24-metre superyacht. On the surface, it’s a calm day. Below the waterline, however, a silent revolution is underway. Anchored securely in a sandy patch off the coast, the vessel’s position is being monitored—not just by the crew—but by a smart system embedded directly in the anchor chain. Every movement is tracked. Every load is recorded. And if the anchor begins to shift, the crew is alerted in real time—before the vessel reacts.
Cruising
The World Down Under: A Sailing Adventure for European Boat Owners
The South Pacific is the stuff of sailing dreams for many European boat owners. Pantaenius Australia's Michaela Claes knows what's to consider before embarking on this epic journey.
Cruising
From the Kitchen to the Galley
A happy crew is a happy boat – and the key is often through the stomach. Sascha Lenz sat down with Chrissie McClatchie to share his experience as a chef on board.
Prevention
Marine Medical Kits on Demand
The requirements for medical equipment can depend on the Flag States, but also depends on the yacht's specific medical needs. Marine Medical Antibes guide and provide.
Cruising
Skincare on board - Sunscreen Routine
Dermatologist Davide Guardoli explains how to protect yourself from the harsh environmental conditions on board.
Cruising
Crowdsourced bathymetry - Helping to chart the unknown
Our oceans are largely unexplored, with only about 26.1 percent of the seabed known. To support ocean activities, monitor changes in the marine environment, and implement sustainable practices, increasing our knowledge is crucial. Crowdsourcing depth data offers a unique chance to support /contribute to the creation of a detailed map of the ocean floor.
Prevention
How to minimise the impact
According to statistics, the earth receives up to 40 lightning strikes per second. Jochen Dahm, team leader of the Superyacht Claims Team in Hamburg, explains why this can pose a particular problem for yachts.
At Pantaenius
Pantaenius partners with the International SeaKeepers Society
Pantaenius is proud to announce a new partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society (SeaKeepers) to bolster the SeaKeepers' Global DISCOVERY Yacht Programme, dedicated to ocean conservation and stewardship.
Insurance Insights
Crew Medical Insurance: Health Check
Depending on the provisions of the crew employment contracts, flag state requirements, local country legislation and also whether MLC applies, it is important for owners to ensure their crew are adequately insured 24/7 for illness, accidents, sick wages and repatriation. These can be the most complex and contentious claims, dealing with someone’s health is an emotive subject, and therefore all the options should be reviewed before a decision is made.
Prevention
Protect yourself from fire
Lithium-ion batteries can pose a serious risk of fire to yachts, but fireproof charging boxes can offer protection. Pantaenius staff visited Fisacon, a producer of such boxes, for a demonstration and to hear what’s coming.
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