October 2020 - Crew

• Fraudulent Certificates of Competency from Montserrat Yachting Association

  

  Caroline Blatter 18 Jul 2022 Caribbean & Central America / France / Mediterranean / The French Riviera/ Antibes/ Cannes/ Nice / Montserrat / Crew / Crew Training & Courses / Crew Agents / Relief Captains / Yacht Deliveries

  The Red Ensign Group (REG) and the International Maritime Association (IMO) have both issued statements regarding the rumoured fraudulent tickets issued by the Montserrat Yachting Association (MYA), shared via the Professional Yachtsmen's Association (PYA).

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• Yacht crew do NOT fall under sanctions regulations that apply to Russian Superyachts

  

  Caroline Blatter 21 Apr 2022 United Kingdom / South Coast of England & London / Crew

  U.K Department of Transport confirms Seafarers are NOT within the scope of the sanctions regulations that the UK government is applying to Russian Superyachts.

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• Professional Organisations & Donation updates for Yacht Crew - 11th March

  

  Caroline Blatter 12 Mar 2022 France / United Kingdom / About/General Information / Crew / Mental Health & Well-being

  Nautilus International and the Professional Yachting Association have this week addressed various questions & issues as they have arisen for yacht crew affected by the conflict in Ukraine, and for those crew working on yachts now affected by global sanctions. Read more in these changing uncharted time...

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• PYA Advice for Crew on Russian Linked Vessels 

  

  Caroline Blatter 10 Mar 2022 France / Mediterranean / About/General Information / Crew

  There are concerns among some of our PYA members regarding their legal and financial status if they are working on yachts which are Russian flagged or are owned by Russian individuals or Russian entities. The current crisis is a constantly evolving situation, and we are all in uncharted waters

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• Nautilus offers Advice & Discounts for Crew Membership Rates following Ukraine Crisis

  

  Caroline Blatter 10 Mar 2022 United Kingdom / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / About/General Information / Crew

  Nautilus International, THE UNION for professional yacht crew, held an Instagram Q&A session on the 8th March, for yacht professionals who were concerned about the impact of the war in Ukraine on their work. Read the transcript, and find out how to become a member.

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• Confused by International Travel Entry requirements...look no further! 

  

  Caroline Blatter 10 Nov 2021 Travel Agents / About/General Information / Crew

  Sherpa is a travel information start-up company based in Toronto, Canada - an independent resource, whose mission is to help travellers move freely around the world - its a wealth of up-to-date information.

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• PYA Digital Service Record Book

  

  Caroline Blatter 02 Aug 2021 Crew Training & Courses

  Find out more about the PYA's new Digital Service Record Book, and about the longstanding MCA approved service they offer of Verification of Sea Miles.

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• Ombudsman to investigate the plight of Kiwi Seafarers stranded at Sea

  

  Caroline Blatter 29 Jul 2021 New Zealand / Crew

  After receiving complaints from a substantial number of Kiwi Seafarers, the Ombudsman has agreed to investigate issues with MBIE’s (Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment) process for Kiwi Seafarers accessing MIQ (Managed Isolation & Quarantine)

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• Interviewing as crew for yachts...some thoughts from a Chief Stew

  

  Caroline Blatter 17 Jun 2021 Crew Uniforms & Embroidery / About/General Information / Crew / Crew Training & Courses / Crew Agents / Relief Captains / Yacht Deliveries

  Interviewing for a yacht job can be a completely different experience depending on who you’re speaking to. Especially as a junior crew member, you could have NO IDEA what you’ll be asked. Some interviewers are very direct and to the point, only wanting to discuss work, but other interviewers are super friendly, will chat your ear off and not even mention the boat until the last 5 minutes!…

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• #LIFEONBOARD - New Yacht Crew Helpline & Maritime Mental Health Awareness Training - NOW ONLINE

  

  Caroline Blatter 23 Nov 2020 Crew / Crew Training & Courses

  Mental health awareness training for management level personnel in the maritime industry - on yachts or working ashore. All online, led by a consultant Clinical Psychologist, and details about the New 24 -hour Helpline launched for professional Yacht Crew !

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• #LIFEONBOARD - Supporting the people who work to make everything happen.

  

  Caroline Blatter 29 Oct 2020 Yacht Services / Concierge Services / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales / About/General Information / Crew

  Join us for #LIFEONBOARD, to celebrate and share the triumphs, challenges and everyday realities of our journeys in yachting. We want to support the people who work to make everything happen.

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• MaritimeMT Crew Awards 2020 by ACREW

  

  Caroline Blatter 07 May 2020 Mediterranean / Spain / Barcelona / Crew Uniforms & Embroidery / Crew / Crew Training & Courses / Crew Agents / Relief Captains / Yacht Deliveries

  Nominate your favourite captain or crew member for the Crew Awards 2020 before it is too late! Nomination phase ends on 11 May 2020.

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• Marine Electrical Control Systems Course for Superyachts

  

  Caroline Blatter 25 Sep 2018 Spain / Palma & Puerto Portals / Mallorca / Crew Training & Courses

  A Special introductory offer from SeaSystems (UK) Ltd. A 3 day course in October, including practical sessions. Where Aigua Sea School, Santa Catalina, Palma de Mallorca When 9-11 October, 9am to 5pm Price Special October introductory price €695 (for 3 days, normal price €895) How to book Follow link www.seasystems.co/training and then ‘Click for SeaSchool’ button. Numbers are…

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• Needing Crew…or looking for a change of job?

  

  Caroline Blatter 26 Apr 2018 Crew / Crew Training & Courses / Crew Agents / Relief Captains / Yacht Deliveries

  When it comes to looking after yachts, it’s the crew on-board that are completely indispensable. A happy crew means an efficiently managed yacht, so recruiting, retaining and caring for skilled and compatible on-board teams is top priority – as every experienced owner & captain will tell you! As seasons change, yachts are on the move – as are often crew. Whether you are a Captain…

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