YachtInfo “Crew Seminars & Captains Briefing” – Register Now!

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Crew Seminars:

Curriculum Content and Times
Presented by YachtInfo on Friday, 30 October 2009 at the Bahia Mar
NOTE: Registration Opens 1 October 2009 at www.usyachtinfo.com

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Flag Options

Flag Registration—What Does This Mean to the Captain and Crew?
This session discusses flag implications for Captains with regard to manning requirements, licenses, training, inspections, entry and other considerations which directly affect captains and crew. 1:00 PM, Room B

Chartering Regulations
In this session the panel reviews chartering regulations within the EU and US. Details include the impact of the flag you fly, how the contract should be written and “do’s and don’ts” of entry into common charter countries. 2:00 PM, Room B

Security/Piracy

Piracy, Firearms & the Law
Practical solutions applied to vessel security and a review of the applicable laws and regulations as they relate to firearms onboard including ISP code and MTSA. 9:00 AM, Room B

Taken Hostage – What Now?
This panel of former and current military personal takes you through different possible situations, offers strategies to minimize your risk exposure and, ultimately, the steps to take should a crisis occur. 3:00 PM, Room B

Financial

Tax Implications for Yacht Crew
Whether you are a US resident, or an expatriate, this panel of experienced professionals will speak to multi-jurisdictional tax issues which impact crew traveling the world. Topics addressed will include foreign income exclusion, establishing independent contractor status and implications of not maintaining compliance status in your homeland. 10:00 AM, Room B

Insurance Coverage for Yacht Crews
Learn to navigate international health care waters, get information about when ship’s policy will cover you and gain knowledge about your responsibilities. Information provided promotes understanding global healthcare and steps you should take when selecting medical providers. 11:00 AM, Room A

The Career Ladder of Yachting

Finding Work On a Yacht
Yachting 101—Learn how to get started in the industry and, once established, find the perfect job. Using real life examples, the panel will educate and entertain those interested in either working at sea for the first time or refining their job hunting skills. 9:00 AM, Room A

Coming Ashore… and Landing the Perfect Job
Thinking about coming ashore and burying the anchor in the garden? Learn about identifying transferable skills, hear about first hand success stories, and discover how to be best prepared for your move to a land-based life. 1:00 PM, Room A

Yacht Operations

Interior Management
This session includes insights to hone the skills of the yacht chef, tips on provisioning as well as a simple budget workbook that helps define individual food costs. You also learn how to speak florist, to maximize your floral budget when ordering as well as tips on freshening an arrangement to extend its useful life. 10:00 AM, Room A

Project Management
The astute project manager identifies the individual objectives and interests of the major players in a yacht new-build or refit. Discussion addresses a basic introduction to the principles of Critical Path Planning and Management and how it applies in the yachting world. The panel also features a representative from the Board of Directors of the South Florida Project Management Institute to discuss the Project Management Professional certification and applying the theory of project management to projects large and small. 11:00 AM, Room B

New Technology in the Yachting World

Electronic Navigation: What’s New?
This seminar focuses on new products and information in the world of electronic navigation. A panel of manufacturer’s reps will demonstrate new navigational software and electronic charts followed by Q&A. Designed for Captains and those with watch-standing responsibilities, be sure to attend this forum to learn the latest in navigation solutions and compare new products side by side. 2:00 PM, Room A

Solution-Solving Technology
Science is changing the world of yachting; exciting developments vary from improving a yacht’s carbon foot print with environmentally responsible products or offering new solutions to old issues like underwater propeller repairs. This seminar will introduce you to some of the newest and coolest technologies available to make yachting life—and stewardship of the seas—better. 3:00 PM, Room A

For more information contact:

ISS: Vanessa Stuart, 954.525.6625; Amy Halsted, 540.784.4561
MIASF: Gordon Connell, 954.524.2733
USSA: Corey Ranslem, 786.390.0196

Space Available at the USSA Village

Space Available at FLIBS

2009 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show

Six USSA members shared a large booth at the Yacht & Brokerage Show in Miami Beach in February. On two evenings during the show, there were member-sponsored events in the USSA booth, providing opportunities for both business-to-crew and business-to-business networking.

2009 USSA Captains Briefing Returns to Newport for 4th Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Newport, RI —July 15, 2009— In the tradition of the Captains Briefing held annually in St. Maarten each January, the U.S. Superyacht Association (USSA) returned for the fourth year to kick-off the Newport Spring Charter Show with another Captains Briefing & Reception on Tuesday, June 23, 2009.

As before, the Newport Captains Briefing was held on the afternoon, prior to the opening of the show. Not only were the captains and senior officers of large vessels in the area invited, but also regional marine industry leaders and superyacht businesses. Sponsored by USSA members, Rybovich Shipyard & Marina and Professional Captain’s Services, the event provided a venue for dialogue, updates and networking among superyacht professionals.

“For the first time, Billy Smith (Trinity Yachts) seemed less than optimistic about new builds,” commented John Mann (Bluewater Books & Charts) who moderated the Captains Briefing. “As the Vice Chair of our Board, the USSA has long relied on Billy for his global perspective of the superyacht industry. He’s encouraged by the strength of the repair and refit business and affirmed the important role, of the charter fleet & businesses, in creating new superyacht buyers. Many guests become owners.” Read more »

USSA Monthly Networking Event July 9th, 2009

USSA Members & Friends

Thursday, July 9th, 2009!  

Julie Balzano, Enterprise Florida, will be our guest speaker.  Together, we are working on a plan for a USSA member presence at the Dubai Boat Show next year.  We can’t wait to share our “vision.”  She also brings exhibit opportunities in the Cannes International Boat Show as well as other marine industry marketing opportunities.  Very informative!

Morton’s – The Steakhouse will introduce their catering menu to us, preparing on-site at the Seventh Street Wine Company.  Valerie Christian was making the final menu selections when we met just last evening.

When:       Thursday, July 9, 2009
Where:      Seventh Street Wine Company                701 S. Federal Hwy.,     Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

When:        6:00 – 7:30

 A cash bar will be available for friends & guests, who are not USSA members.  Spread the word, bring a friend! 

2009 Newport Captains Briefing Featured Speaker Billy Smith

We just received confirmation that the Vice-Chair of the USSA Board of Directors, Billy Smith (VP, Trinity Yachts LLC) will be a featured speaker at the USSA Captains Briefing on Tuesday in Newport.

We always look forward to hearing his comments and global perspective on the superyacht industry, a good complement to the “Washington Update” planned by Kristina Hebert and John Mann, of the USSA Advocacy Committee.

Of course, there’s a networking reception immediately following, even raffle prizes & music!

If you’re in the area, come join us. Invite your colleagues, your customers, your captains and senior officers.

USSA Invitation Captains & Senior Officers Briefing Newport 2009

Captains & Senior Officers!
Marine Industry partners and guests!
USSA members!The invitations are printed, the posters are up and the USSA is traveling to Newport, RI, to kick-off the Newport Spring Charter Show.

Captains Briefing & Reception
Tuesday, June 23 – 4:00
(Registration from 3:45)
Newport Yachting Center – USSA Event-Tent

Presenting a Washington update & industry dialogue on such things as the effects of the changes in Longshoreman Insurance and the availability of bailout money for marine business, even in the superyacht segment.

Reception immediately following
Beer, wine, food and music!
Great networking opportunity!

Our special thanks to the Professional Captain’s Services (The Megayacht Div. of West Marine) and Rybovich Shipyard & Marina, our Host Sponsors. Read more »

2009 FLIBS USSA Village Space Agreement

FLIBS 2009 Contract April
US SUPERYACHT ASSOCIATION
FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
OCTOBER 29 – NOVEMBER 2, 2009
USSA VILLAGE – SPACE AGREEMENT

COMPANY:
REPRESENTATIVE:
CONTACT EMAIL:
SPACE REQUESTED:

- 10’ x 10’ space + New member artwork$ $ 11,000
- Shared booth space (with USSA) – Only one Available $ 7,200
- Sponsors (2) for Networking Receptions (Thu, Fri, Sat) $ 3,000

SPECIAL REQUEST
This agreement is between the U.S. Superyacht Association (USSA), the Village organizer,
and the Exhibiting Member Company (company) for exhibit space within the USSA Village
at the 2009 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. This agreement becomes effective
and binding when signed and returned with payment to the USSA.

Exhibit space consists of 10’x 10’ booth unit, built within the USSA Village and decorated with the uniform USSA colors, logos and design. Services included with the space are the erection and dismantling of the USSA design exhibit structure, production of member artwork, carpet, lighting, standard electricity per unit, liability insurance and fully serviced USSA reception area. Extraordinary charges for electricity or material handling required for individual company set-up will be the responsibility of the company.

By presenting this completed agreement, the company agrees that it has read,understands and will comply with the terms and regulations of Show Management/Yachting Promotions Inc. (the event organizer) and the USSA (the Village organizer)including all other parties mentioned in the Terms and Regulations. A full copy of the exhibition terms and regulations are on file with the USSA, a copy of which can be obtained upon request from the USSA.

Furthermore, the company agrees to be subject to the same cancellation policy stipulated by the event organizer for the USSA’s participation at the event.

Company will not hold the USSA liable for matters arising from strikes, lockouts,labor disturbances, fire, delays or defaults of suppliers, shortfall of sponsorship sales,hurricanes, other natural events or other causes beyond their control. The member company agrees to hold harmless, indemnify and defend the USSA for any claims for damages, injuries, costs and fees arising out of this agreement or member’s participation
in this event.

The company further agrees that it will comply with the terms, bylaws and regulations of the USSA (the event organizer) and all others parties with whom they have subcontracted. This agreement becomes effective and binding when signed and returned with payment to the USSA. Failure to remit 50% payment (by company check, wire transfer or credit card) upon receipt of USSA invoice will void this agreement. The balance will be due June 1, 2009.

AUTHORIZED MEMBER SIGNATURE:

PRINTED NAME:

DATE:

EMAIL THE COMPLETED FORM TO info@USsuperyacht.com
FAX TO 954.206.9180.
SPACE IS TRULY LIMITED!

FLIBS 2009 USSA Plans and Important Information

It time to think about FLIBS again! Can you believe it?
Much has been going on behind the scenes…the space agreement is signed; the deposit is paid; the budgets have been dissected, analyzed, reviewed, revised & finalized plus we already have signed contracts from the exhibiting members who are returning from last year. Read more »

USSA Monthly Networking June 11, 2009

Come join us! It’s the 2nd Thursday again!

USSA Members’ Networking Event
Thursday, June 11th, 2009!

When: Thursday, June 11, 2009

Where: Seventh Street Wine Company

701 S. Federal Hwy.,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Time: 6:00 – 7:00, light snacks

Why: This is a great opportunity for you to meet & greet your fellow USSA member, perhaps to bring
a new potential member-company to learn about the USSA or maybe to hear some insider
tidbits from an industry professional.

This month, Bill Lawton, a Senior Trade Specialist with the U.S. Export Assistance Centers Florida, a division of the U.S. Department of Commerce will visit with us.

Joining him, will be his new foreign service officer and marine sector partner. Together, they will discuss the emerging role & visions for the Department of Commerce under the new administration. Q&A to follow.

Our evening is hosted by SeaMobile Enterprises and Ocean Medical International. Our special thanks to Derik Wagner and Becky Castellano for their support of the USSA’s 2nd Thursday Networking Events.

A cash bar will be available for friends & guests, who are not USSA members.
Spread the word, bring a friend, forward this email!

We’ll see you Thursday, June 11th!