Why boat management companies work
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| Owning a large boat is not all fun and games. The pros can help You, but You should know a few things first. |
 Owning a large boat like any major asset can be compares in some ways to running a business. You're constantly wading through logistics and cost accounting. Are the required licenses, cruising permits, insurances correct? Is the maintenance bills and crew payroll up to date? Is the berth booked at Monaco for the Grand Prix? Does the boat meet local regulations to cruise in the US or New Zealand? How does the crew stand with Immigration?
This is why many owners rely on boat management companies. Boat management companies take the time and care to cover all the facets of boat ownership. |
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| Reliance Yacht Management will guide us over the services their company offers: |
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| Management services |
The boat management division is run byspecialists with many years of hands onexperience in cruising, boat deliveries andchartering. The continued increase in demand for their services has been built on the respect Reliance enjoys within the marine industry.
The company's purpose is to ensureowners benefit from the maximum use andpleasure from their boats through orderly an efficient operation. |
| Crew administration |
Boats require skilled and pleasant crew, from qualified and experienced captains to capable deckhands. They are in the frontline to provide the comfort, safety and hospitality that You, Your personal guests or charter guests require.
Management companies take on the difficult duties of:
 Knowledge of European and American crew requirements
Crew hiring / firing |
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| Insurance |
| It is absolutely essential that high value boats, their crew and passengers be properly covered by appropriate insurance suitable for their cruising programme. Reliance's longstanding experience within the marine industry has enabled us to gain beneficial terms for our clients through specialist underwriters. |
| Boat operations |
Implementing Standard Operating Procedures
Payroll service
Worldwide spare part and chandlery service
Sea Trials and delivery to Your cruising/operational areas
Experienced captains and crews supplied through our in-house service
Budget controls and bookkeeping
Crew and guest travel service
Boat procurement
Charter management
New build and refit supervision
Personal security and anti piracy
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| Reliance Management also offers security |
Reliance Management recognizes that the well being of VIPs and key executives and their families is of major concern. A threat can be physical or intrusive.
In either case it is best avoided and theemphasis is on planning and preparation in order to prevent incidents occurring.
We can provide highly skilled personnel for overt or covert protection duties.
VIP protection
Advanced Parties
Security Escorts
All operatives are trained in martial arts, threat assessment, protocol, etiquette, etc. Many have specialist skills including languages, medical, child protection and anti piracy. |
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| Finally, miscellaneous other services are grouped under the heading of technical support. You need to arrange a fuel in the Caribbean? Or pass through the Panama Canal? A replacement pump cleared through customs and waiting on the dock for You arrival in Hawaii? Security arranged for Yourself, Your loved ones, and Your associates? Flights arranged? Call the management firm. |
| About Reliance Yacht Management |
A dream holiday or cruise can become a nightmare. Owners who wish to take part in Antigua Race Week want to race and have fun. They do not need to wade through cost analysis, wage negotiations, spares inventories etc. In direct response to this problem, professional boat management has evolved. With experienced and qualified management, the business side of boat ownership is taken care of, leaving owners to enjoy the pleasures.
Nick Irving of Reliance Yacht Management notes that, "Many owners do not have the time or the inclination to be an expert in all the facets of boat ownership."
If You have a boat, that's become a less than enjoyable, professional management is one good way to ease the pain and bring back the pleasure. |
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Nick Irving can be contacted through the UK offices of Reliance International Ltd at:
Tel. +44 (0)1252 378239
Fax. +44 (0)1252 521736
nick@reliance-yachts.com
http://www.reliance-yachts.com/ |
This tip on boat maintenance has been sponsored by
Nick Irving
Reliance International Ltd.
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