22 Temmuz 2008 Salı
Yacht management
Yacht managementBeing a yacht owner should be an enjoyable and privileged pleasure. However owning a yacht automatically generates another property to manage. A property that is usually situated far from the owner’s principal residence, that might require qualified personnel , specialized knowledge, and by its very nature, attentive and permanent maintenance and supervision. The role of InT-Marine, in its position as yacht manager, is to represent the yacht owner by assuming the task of maximising the longevity of the yacht, and in so doing minimising the preoccupation and lost time that the owner would incur to achieve the same goal.In its position as an intermediary, InT-Marine is always available and in a position to advise and act upon any decisions taken by the owner on the care and management of his yacht.InT-Marine offers a tailor-made service, adapted to an owner’s needs and the size of his yacht, covering the organization of the owner’s time on board, finding if necessary an appropriately qualified crew member, representing the owner in his absence in front of the crew, defining work and maintenance programs or repairs as well as their costs and the supervision of their execution.Within the limits defined between the owner and InT-Marine, we may also organize the purchase of necessary equipment and arrange diverse payments.InT-Marine acting as the owner’s “right arm” for the management of his yacht, always acts strictly according to the owner’s instructions, providing peace of mind and an economy of time.Cost of serviceInT-Marine charges a fixed monthly rate paid in advance, which is negotiated with an owner in relation to the services required, the size of yacht, and the number of crew. In its role as yacht manager InT-Marine does not accept commissions on any purchases, work carried out, or on any costs incurred for the yacht, and consequently the owner will directly profit from any discount/ commission that may be offered.InT-Marine does not charge for supplementary hours performed in the pursuit of its mission. Within a limit defined with the owner, the travelling costs necessary to assure the management of the yacht in accordance with the agreed management service are included in the monthly fee. In the event that a manager is required to travel further than the agreed limit, this travel cost and, if applicable, accommodation/ subsistence will be charged to the owner.PrecisionsInT-Marine’s manager is in regular contact with the yacht’s captain and crew. The yacht manager will liaise with the owner and captain to define what projects should be undertaken, upgrades or repairs, be they technical or aesthetic, and will endeavour to obtain the best quotations regarding quality/price, and once confirmed will survey the execution of the work and the adherence to the time allocated either on board or at the shipyard.InT-Marine will survey the accounts of the yacht if required, and will transmit regular reports, on the basis agreed with the yacht owner.InT-Marine will verify, in conjunction with the captain, all invoices before payment is effected. InT-Marine in its advisory role will assure that the owner’s yacht remains totally operational in accordance with the owner’s requirements and the various maritime regulations.If required, InT-Marine will consult with agencies specialized in crew recruitment, in order to find seasonal or permanent crew members, analyse their C.V’s, and conduct preliminary interviews.InT-Marine, utilizing its network of reputable companies, can negotiate the best and most cost effective insurance cover for a yacht or medical cover for the yacht’s crew. Whenever necessary InT-Marine will assist the captain in the general running of the yacht whilst the owner, or be it the case, the charterer, is on board, finding an appropriate mooring, advice concerning provisioning, technical assistance, or help with the reservation of a suitable restaurant, limousine, helicopter, etc…
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