Owner Assisted Yacht Deliveries

Oceantrax crews are experts in delivering yachts for owners who either don't have the time or the expertise to undertake the journey themselves. Many owners prefer to delegate the task to the crew and meet their yacht at the final destination. Nonetheless, some opt to join the delivery crew to gain valuable experience.

 

At Oceantrax, we regularly complete yacht deliveries with owners onboard, on either new vessels or older vessels, and are more than happy to share our knowledge.

 

Due to the nature of our work, our delivery crews acquire experience with various types of vessels. They often transition from commissioning a new vessel to crossing the Atlantic to making a short coastal trip on a forty-year-old vessel, followed by a delivery to the Mediterranean on a motorboat.

 

These acquired skills can help new owners in maintaining their vessel and the onboard equipment, getting better performance out of their vessel, learning about the sometimes complex systems onboard modern yachts, and understanding what safety gear should be onboard.

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It is also an opportunity to gain valuable experience in planning long-distance passages, receiving advice on weather systems, meal planning, watch systems, and night sailing.

 

Before joining your delivery crew, it is crucial to have a conversation about your expectations for the experience. Delivery crews usually sail 24 hours a day, encountering weather conditions that most casual sailors steer clear of by remaining at the marina.

 

This experience can be demanding in terms of both mental and physical exertion. In some cases, owners may prefer overnight stops whenever possible. If this is the case, it should be clearly communicated as it will affect the overall cost.

 

If you're seeking to join a crew for your vessel's delivery, send us a message. We'll be pleased to discuss your needs.