By Jeffrey Murphy


People who own super or mega yachts live in a world most of us will never know. It is a world filled with luxury, opulence, and sometimes excess. Objects of art, designer fashions, exotic cars, multiple homes, and world travel are often taken for granted by people who can easily afford them. When they require yacht delivery, an employee usually makes the arrangements. Some of us do not even know when a boat becomes a mega yacht.

The Dutch coined the word in the sixteen hundreds to mean a vessel used for chasing pirates. These boats had to be both fast and light. Yachts are pleasure craft not designed to be working ships in the way oil tankers and cruise liners are. For a long time now, these luxury vessels have been considered floating mansions where celebrities, presidents, and wealthy business people vacation and party on the high seas.

The best boat builders are talented artisans who take great pride is producing the most unique ships in the world. They work closely with naval architects who design the kinds of crafts their clients envision. These architects employ gifted interior designers who have the creativity required to translate diverse materials and color schemes into a cohesive unit. Great care and attention is given to every detail so that the final product is perfect in every way.

Boat dealerships tend to sell and deliver boats that are manufactured by companies making their money building smaller more uniform vessels. They are often customized for individuals though and are very well constructed,

Very often delivery of these huge vessels requires traveling in international waters where all international maritime laws apply. The companies entrusted with their safe and speedy conveyance must clearly understand and comply with the laws so as not to endanger or hinder the arrival of someone's precious new possession. Of course one must have the correct insurance in place in case inclement weather damages the vessel in any way.

One of the most important elements of any successful delivery is the competence of the captain and his or her crew. RYA yacht masters, for example, are highly sought after for these types of responsibilities because of the expertise they must have to receive their certifications. By the time they qualify for such a significant title, these skippers have thousands of hours on all types of ships in oceans around the world.

Many builders, dealerships, and skippers encourage the new owners to travel with them as they deliver the vessel to its final destination. This is a great way for individuals to get a feel for the property they have purchased and feel comfortable that everything is exactly as they imagined. It is also a good time for them to address any questions or concerns they might have.

Most of us will never know what it is like to stand on the deck of a huge sailing vessel that belongs entirely to us. Even those that do, may not fully understand nor appreciate the complexities creating and delivering such a unique possession involves.




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