Superyacht Consultancy • Integrity • Owner Representation
At My-Superyacht we offer a comprehensive consultancy across the superyacht industry.
Our expert services include:
Superyacht Purchasing: Guidance through the acquisition process to find the perfect yacht.
Superyacht Building: Client Owner Representation where we provide oversight of new builds, ensuring top-quality design and engineering.
Superyacht Management: Tailored management services to keep your yacht in optimal condition.
Superyacht Mooring: Assistance with finding and securing premium mooring locations.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring all maritime regulations are met.
Management Operational: Efficient handling of day-to-day operations.
Crew Recruitment: Sourcing and hiring experienced crew members.
Chartering Services: Managing charters to maximize your yacht’s potential.
Maintenance Planning: Proactive maintenance to extend your yacht’s lifespan.
We also specialise in:
Superyacht Marina Development: Developing and optimising marina facilities to meet superyacht standards.
Business-to-Client Transactions: Facilitating seamless transactions between manufacturers and clients.
Bespoke Services: Tailored solutions including custom design, engineering advice, and personalised operational strategies.
Our expertise ensures a seamless experience, maximizing your investment value and enjoyment while navigating logistical and legal challenges. Trust My-Superyacht for all your superyacht consultancy needs.
Having an Owner’s Representative early in the project will reduce overall costs due to efficient communication and coordination. This ensures construction moves along at a good pace.
We advise in purchasing a yacht, what suits and where to source it.
A new owner may enjoy the knowledge transfer of how a superyacht is being run, etiquette on a superyacht and routine movements of a yacht. Not to mention the fun of cruising programs and what water toys and tender to equip the yacht with.
The first question will ultimately be, what is the purpose of your yacht? Welcome to your journey.
We help to facilitate management of New Build or Refurbishment Projects to make sure Yard, Management company, Captain and broker are all on the same page.
Our project management experience is key to keep delays at bay and finance on plan.
We undertake due diligence of the vessel for the future of the vessel to be well maintained and operated.
In event of the selling of a yacht we can help the owner to prepare a yacht for sale so that you achieve the maximum value for your yacht.
We have a collaboration with brokers and specialised legal companies for yachts to bring the necessary expert knowledge.
Jonathon McLean
CEO
Elisabeth McLean
COO
International Experience
Meet Our Team
The former skipper and project manager John McLean knows the importance running a comprehensive project leadership, from inception to completion.
As an already very capable, competitive yachtsman John joined superyachting industry in 2007 while on sabbatical leave from Investment role in Mayfair London. Having completed a transatlantic on a 32 foot sailboat he relished a new opportunity. To date he has sailed over 200,000 miles and has worked for some of the largest vessels in the world and well known to owners in the industry. He has worked all the major superyacht hubs and enjoyed expeditions to the Arctic and other destinations. Leaving Captaincy behind him John went on to managing fleets of vessels and helicopters commercially. Specialising in the Maritime and construction and as qualified project manager John has a history of running successful projects. This has included set up successful businesses which has lead him realising his own dreams of a Classic Yacht. John is currently writing a book on Superyachting for owners.
Elisabeth McLean, originally from Sweden with a background in engineering, is also keen to be on the water. A proud design team member of the British America’s Cup contender for the 35th America’s Cup, she has previously worked for Dutch Luxury Yacht manufacturer Feadship in the Netherlands and as a consultant in London. Elisabeth is always quick to bring a fresh spreadsheet in for organisation and making things happen.
TSF Connect and METSTRADE 2023
Yacht Event
In November 2023, we went to Amsterdam for the Superyacht Forum TSF Connect, which unites key maritime professionals for networking and knowledge exchange before the METSTRADE show, the world’s largest exhibition for marine equipment and systems. It is an important event where super yachting professionals gather to discuss innovation, sustainability, and market trends. The interactive sessions and expert panels are essential for advancing the industry’s future.
Key highlights included strategic insights on the superyacht industry’s shift towards experience-based luxury yachting. A standout project discussed was Sindalah, a Saudi Arabian private island development, showcasing an ambitious marine and luxury facility plan.
We participated in the Owner Representation Programme workshop, which focused on evolving billionaire preferences and yacht hospitality. Environmental sustainability was a significant topic, notably the Yeti Index (Yacht Environmental Transparency Index), assessing yachts’ ecological impacts.
The event also touched on insurance, technological innovations such as AI in yacht design, and the future direction of the superyacht industry, emphasizing sustainability and advanced technology integration. It was a well-organized event with terrific presenters to share and discuss industry trends and prospects.
The Monaco Yacht Show 2023
A Pinnacle of Luxury and Innovation
The Monaco Yacht Show stands as the crowning event in the yachting calendar, unmatched in its grandeur in the Mediterranean. The journey to Monaco, often marked by a crowded train ride, contrasts sharply with the opulence of the event itself. Upon arrival, the view from the top of the hill offers a breathtaking panorama of Monaco, setting the stage for an event steeped in luxury.
This year’s show was notably vibrant, signaling a robust post-COVID recovery in the yachting industry. The Monaco show entrance ushers in visitors to an impressively laid-out space around the marina, demanding a strategic plan to explore everything on offer.
Home to industry giants like Lürssen and Feadship the show also features a wide array of marine businesses, from yacht management to brokerage, all contributing to an undeniable buzz. A significant focus this year was on sustainability, emphasizing the industry’s shift towards greater efficiency and environmental responsibility.
One of the show’s highlights was the array of beach platforms or ‘beach clubs’ at the yacht sterns. Turkish Bilgin Yachts, in particular, showcased a striking yacht featuring an Italianate swimming pool with fountains, a testament to the unique tastes of its owner.
The harbor’s atmosphere was electric – a hub for business dealings, networking, and community building. Off-water events, including numerous evening functions, added to the show’s dynamism.
Design-wise, the trend of using grey hues continues to dominate yacht aesthetics. Notably, Turkish yards made a strong impression, demonstrating their ability to deliver quality craftsmanship on par with established yards in Holland. The show was an eye-opener in terms of the capabilities and innovations being offered, with yards regularly undertaking large builds of 70-100 meters.
Cannes Yacht Show 2023
What’s Trending?
As I walked into the Cannes Yacht Show 2023, I immediately felt its central importance in the yachting community. Approaching the entrance, banners featuring both past and present celebrities hinted at the grandeur of the film industry that Cannes is famously known for.
The Cannes Yacht Festival was graced with great weather, showcasing a plethora of boats divided into two distinct areas: sail and second-hand yachts in one marina, and new yachts for sale in the main marina.
A noticeable trend was the increasing number of high-end day-boats for sale, each offering various options catering to different needs and preferences. Across both these and the larger yachts, a dominant trend was the use of anthracite grey, giving the boats a naval-like finish with an expedition feel. Particularly impressive was Nuova Marine’s Expedition Yacht, featuring large glass windows that offered an amazing sense of space for its size. Onboard, the yacht felt incredibly spacious compared to others of similar size, with meticulous attention to detail, especially in allowing easy owner access. The thoughtful design also facilitated efficient service with discreet access from crew quarters to the owner’s areas.
I hope to see these new expedition yachts start to incorporate ICE-rated or polar hulls, appealing to the more adventurous yacht owner. Additionally, the catamaran market is an exciting space, with Sunreef maintaining its luxurious stance, and new contenders like Alva offering impressive alternatives.
In the larger yacht segment, the usual big names were present, such as Bonetti and Bellagio. However, the absence of larger companies like Feadship and Lürssen was noticeable and could have added more gravitas to the event. Despite this, the six to seven impressive yachts on display showcased the ongoing evolution of the yachting industry. An interesting development was the adaptation of the rear section design, first seen on Alfa Nero’s swimming pool, now replicated in smaller super yachts as compact jacuzzis with a glass finish, adding a luxurious feel and an illusion of grandeur.
Overall, while the Cannes Yacht Show may not be as large as Monaco’s, it certainly holds its own in terms of location and atmosphere.