The world’s best yacht brokers are relied upon for their expertise, market intelligence, and vast network of industry contacts by the most discerning yachting enthusiasts. The leading brokers work for global yacht brokerages, facilitating transactions across yacht sales, yacht charter, yacht management, yacht refit, and new builds, including for the most luxurious motor boats and sailing yachts on the planet.
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Here are the world’s top yacht brokers, in no particular order, that the world’s richest trust when it is time to buy, sell, charter, or build a boat.
The world’s top yacht brokers
MATT PALMER – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Sales Broker
Matt Palmer is a broker with Northrop & Johnson. He has been sailing since his youth, navigating the waters of the Channel Islands, where he grew up. Following a degree in law, Palmer joined a firm specialising in the structure and management of superyachts, enabling him to hone his skills regarding yacht ownership. Having begun his sales career in one of the largest brands in yachting, it didn’t take long before he transacted over 100 million Euros in sales. He champions professionalism and proactivity with strong traditional values and thrives on the true independence that Northrop & Johnson provides.
David Seal – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Broker & Head of Video Production
David Seal is a veteran yacht broker and YouTube star based in Monaco with more than 226,000 subscribers on his Yachts For Sale channel, making it one of the most watched yacht channels on the internet. He broke into the industry following a move to Italy, where he started teaching English to yacht builder Norberto Ferretti. He later became sales manager for the CRN shipyard, part of the Ferretti group. Seal quickly differentiated himself by doing walk-through videos of yachts for sale before digital marketing became mainstream. He now works for Northrop & Johnson through an exclusive licensing agreement.
Rosanna Arcamone – Silver Star Yachting – Yacht Charter Broker
Rosanna Arcamone’s career has been rooted in yachting, first as crew on the world’s finest superyachts, including as a chief stewardess, and then as a charter broker and co-founder of Silver Star Yachting. Arcamone boasts a wealth of industry contacts and a keen understanding of the demands of the world’s wealthiest travellers, regularly arranging charters on the world’s most lavish superyachts, including the award-winning 93-metre LADY S and the 85-metre O’PTASIA.
BRENDAN RONEY – BR MARINE GROUP – PARTNER AND INTERNATIONAL YACHT BROKER
After 25 years as a yacht captain, Brendan Roney decided to leverage his hands-on experience and exceptional depth of knowledge to transition into yacht brokerage. The knowledge and network that Brendan built over his career led him to establish BR Marine Group in Fort Lauderdale. A unique blend of expertise and experience allows Brendan to expertly match his clients with their ideal vessels, making him a trusted advisor in the yachting industry.
JAMES FACHTMANN – JFA YACHT – FOUNDER & CEO
James Fachtmann has over 30 years of experience in the yachting industry and over 10 years of experience in yacht brokerage. His brokerage, JFA Yacht, is the culmination of James’s love for yachting and his extensive industry experience. James leads a team of passionate brokers under the guiding principles of integrity and excellence, providing exceptional services to his clients and solidifying his reputation as a trusted yacht broker.
Ann Avery – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Broker
Ann ‘Annie’ Avery is a sales broker with Northrop & Johnson, specialising in luxury sailboats. Her passion and success in this field led her to be awarded the IYBA Sailboat Broker of the Year in 2020, 2021, and 2022. She is also deeply passionate about conservation, producing audio interviews related to the health of the ocean. US-born and raised, Annie has over 30 years of experience in the industry, including 20 years with Northrop & Johnson. She is based in Northrop & Johnson’s Fort Lauderdale office.
Nigel Beatty – YACHTZOO – Yacht Broker
British-born Nigel Beatty is a yacht broker with YACHTZOO. He started his maritime career in the Royal Navy. In 1995 Beatty became a captain on private and charter superyachts around the world, giving him a unique insight into global yachting. He came ashore in 2005, starting six separate companies over a decade, all of which are still operating today. In 2015 he joined the YACHTZOO team in Florida and set up YACHTZOO’s Japan base shortly after. Nigel is the Chairman of APSA (Asia Pacific Superyacht Association) and lives in Monaco and Japan.
Charlie Birkett – Y.CO – Yacht Broker
Charlie Birkett is a leading yacht broker and co-founder and CEO of Y.CO, based in Monaco. He started his career aged 16 when he left school to follow his passion for sailing. It took him all over the world in several positions, both shoreside and on board, supporting some of the world’s largest, most complex yacht operations, including M/Y CALIXE and M/Y TATOOSH. He founded Y.CO in 2004, along with his friend and business partner Gary Wright, growing the business into one of the world’s leading full-service yacht companies. With the company 100% founder-owned and founder-led, Birkett is known for his dedication to client relationships and treats every Y.CO client as the only client.
Alex Lees-Buckley – Camper & Nicholsons – Sales and New Build Yacht Broker
Alex Lees-Buckly is a leading superyacht broker with Camper & Nicholsons. A British native, he is a lifelong yachter with in-depth industry knowledge gleaned from 30 years of experience. Superyacht Times describes him as one of the “world’s most accomplished brokers” and, as such, boasts a loyal clientele with many multi-repeat clients. He has managed some of the biggest new build projects, including the 140-metre Fincanetieri OCEAN VICTORY, and is a leading sales broker for pedigree shipyards, including Benetti, Feadship, and Perini Navi. In 2016, Lees-Buckly was awarded the first Richard Earp Award from Fraser.
Melanie Burke – Fraser – Yacht Charter Broker
Melanie Burke is an award-winning charter broker and a recipient of the IYBA Charter Professional of the Year 2020. Based in Fraser’s Fort Lauderdale offices, Burke has been immersed in the yachting industry for over 30 years. She has worked as crew on charter yachts, sailed competitively, and managed yachts and marinas. She is now one of the world’s most recognised charter brokers, helping plan bespoke yacht charter experiences for the world’s wealthiest audiences.
Marcel Busse – YACHTZOO – Yacht Charter & Sales Broker
Marcel Busse has over 28 years of experience in the yachting industry as a captain with extensive knowledge of key cruising areas across the globe and superior expertise in vessels ranging from sport fishers to large superyachts. Born in South Africa, Busse has a stellar reputation for return clients and an excellent charter record. He is part of the global yacht brokerage YACHTZOO, where he works as a charter and sales broker specialising in high-end movie charters and yachts in excess of 60-metres.
Chris Callahan – Moran Yacht & Ship – Yacht Sales & Charter Broker
Chris Callahan is a top yacht sales and charter broker and marketing director at Moran Yacht & Ship. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Callahan has over a decade of experience in the yachting industry and has facilitated yacht sales, charters, and new build projects.
Tim Carbury – Berthon International – Yacht Broker and Managing Director
Tim Carbury is a top yacht broker and MD with Berthon International, formerly having worked at leading brokerages such as Fraser Yachts and Moravia Yachting. He was born and raised on the south coast of England, where he developed his passion for yachting, completing his first of many Fastnet races at just 15 years of age. He started his career in yachting at age 18 and has since covered many yachting industry touchpoints, including working as a yacht captain and marine engineer. Carbury is a versatile and adept broker and has successfully represented both buyers and sellers. He is based in Palma.
Kent Chamberlain – Chamberlain Yachts – Yacht Broker
Having owned and operated multiple successful yacht sales organisations in California and Florida, including San Diego Yacht Sales, Bradford Yacht Sales, Westship World Yachts, and Merle Wood & Associates – where he previously served as Interim CEO – Chamberlain is a well-established and accomplished broker with extensive experience in sales, management, and charter. He has been instrumental in the creation of PartnerShips, the fractional yacht sales concept. Additionally, he is the founder and chairman of the Superyacht Network, a private group of top-tier superyacht brokers who regularly share industry information. Chamberlain is respected by his peers as a broker with an unwavering work ethic and high integrity.
Jeremy Comport – Ocean Independence – Yacht Sales Broker
Jeremy Comport is a leading yacht sales broker and group director with the brokerage Ocean Independence. He boasts decades of experience managing complex brokerage deals and new builds. Yachting is in Comport’s blood, having grown up around boats, notably sailboats. He kick-started his career in the yachting industry, working on yachts on the French Riviera. He later forged a career as a yacht broker and hasn’t looked back. Notable sales include the 56-metre Feadship built BROADWATER, which sold just three months following its listing, and the 44-metre Burger motor yacht PURE BLISS.
Liz Cox – Cecil Wright – Yacht Management Broker
Liz Cox is a senior partner highly specialised in management at Cecil Wright based in the Monaco office. She fell in love with yachting and the French Riviera some 30 years ago and helps owners enjoy worry-free yacht ownership that exceeds expectations. Throughout her career, Cox has helped manage and build some of the world’s finest superyachts, including overseeing the build of the 58-metre Amels, GU, the 68-metre Abeking and Rassmussen AVIVA II and SHERPA, a 73.6-metre Feadship, delivered in 2018. She currently heads up the charter management side of the business, including the management of one of the most successful charter yachts in the global fleet, the 60.9-metre Abeking and Rassmussen, ARIENCE.
Robert Cury – RJC Yacht Sales and Charter – Yacht Sales Broker
Robert ‘Bob’ Cury heads up RJC Yacht Sales and Charter, which he founded in 1997. He brings over 30 years of yacht expertise spanning design, brokerage, and new construction. He specialises in the sale of larger, late-mode pedigree motorboats and sport fishing vessels. RJC has represented some of the world’s most prestigious boats, including the 50-metre Trinity M/Y IMPROMPTU.
Ed Dickinson – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Sales Broker
Ed Dickinson is a Monaco-based sales broker with Northrop & Johnson. He represents a wide variety of clients and yachts and has negotiated transactions on vessels from 24 to 70-metres plus. Many of his transactions are from repeat clients or through referrals. Hailing from Guernsey in the Channel Islands, he kick-started his passion for yachting as crew on a superyacht based in the Mediterranean. Dickinson is known for his industry insights and for always going the extra mile for his clients.
Mat Emerson – Camper & Nicholson – Yacht Sales & Charter Broker
Mat Emerson is a senior partner and director of Americas with Burgess and was previously president of Camper & Nicholsons US. He has over 29 years of experience in the superyacht industry and is focused on sales and charter. He recently sold the 92-metre superyacht TATOOSH, acting as a co-central agent with Fraser’s Stuart Larsen.
Richard Gray – IYC – Yacht Sales Broker and Head of Sales UK
Richard Gray is an accomplished yacht broker with a wealth of experience and expertise in the industry. As a broker and head of sales UK at the prestigious yacht brokerage firm, IYC, Richard has established himself as a leader in the field, thanks to his extensive knowledge of the global yacht market and exceptional sales skills. Throughout his career, Gray has maintained a strong dedication to his clients, providing them with exceptional service and guidance through every step of the buying or selling process. He has a keen eye for detail, extensive knowledge of the technical aspects of yachts, and a deep appreciation for the beauty and artistry of yacht design. Richard has a sterling reputation in the industry and is respected by his peers and clients for his professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
Darrell Hall – YACHTZOO – Yacht Sales Broker
Darrell Hall is a leading yacht broker and the founder of YACHTZOO. He left his native South Africa to become a captain, navigating the world for over a decade until he settled down as a broker in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Hall’s experience as a captain of both private and charter yachts has provided a solid client base and invaluable knowledge of yachts. Since his arrival in Monaco, he has established himself as a well-known and respected sales broker in the capital of yachting for all matters across motor yachts, sailing yachts, and new constructions of all sizes.
Richard Higgins – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Sales Broker
Richard Higgins is one of the world’s top 50 yacht brokers with Northrop & Johnson, based in their Monaco brokerage. He specialises in a wide range of vessels, both motor yachts and sailboats, drawing on over a decade of experience. Higgins is known for his technical acumen, exemplary service, and dedication to supporting his clients at every stage of their yachting journey.
Jonathan Hind – Burgess – Yacht Sales Broker
Jonathan Hind is a top yacht broker with Burgess and managing director for the brokerage’s Dubai office. He has over 16 years of industry experience spanning four continents and boasts a strong track record of project management, equally at home on small or large yachts. He most recently sold the 72-metre Delta Marine superyacht ALBATROSS just 11 weeks after she entered the brokerage market. Other notable yacht sales include the 50-metre Benetti motor boat BLUE NIGHT, with Hind representing the seller.
Kyle van Huizen – YACHTZOO – Yacht Sales Broker
Kyle van Huizen is a sales broker with YACHTZOO after moving ashore to be based in Monaco. He has many years of experience as a captain on modern and classic sailing yachts. He is highly professional and well-respected in the yachting industry. Since starting as a broker, van Huizen has proved an invaluable and prolific member of the YACHTZOO team, able to handle all types of sales, new and pre-owned, motor and sailing yachts as well as berth sales and some charters for select clients. Originally from South Africa, he is highly proactive and in the know for all yachting matters and new technologies.
Nicola Iacono – Silver Star Yachting – Yacht Charter Broker
Italian-born Nicola Iacono is a leading yacht charter broker and co-founder of Silver Star Yachting. Iacono has unique knowledge of the yachting industry and the needs of the world’s richest individuals, having worked as a consultant for luxury brands and leading shipyards before establishing Silver Star Yachting. He regularly arranges charters on the world’s most luxurious superyachts, including the 85-metre Oceanco yacht SUNRAYS and the 59-metre motor yacht IDYLLIC, built by Benetti.
Peter Insull – Peter Insull’s Yacht Marketing – Superyacht Broker
Recipient of the prestigious Richard Earp Award, Peter Insull is a leading superyacht broker and principal of Peter Insull’s Yacht Marketing, headquartered in France. Insull is acknowledged as a leading broker for large yachts with an impressive track record of success, representing the interests of buyers and sellers.
Tim Johnson – TJB Superyachts – Superyacht Broker
Tim Johnson is the founder and CEO of TJB Superyachts and a leading yacht broker known for his boutique, modern approach. His career has been a varied one, including in management consultancy, tours in Afghanistan as part of the British Army Reserve, and private aviation. He discovered his passion for the yachting industry and has become a recognised force within the charter and sales market. He is based in TJB Superyachts’ London headquarters.
Carol Kent – Carol Kent Yacht Charters International – Yacht Charter Broker
Carol Kent is the CEO of Carol Kent Yacht Charters International. She is a globally recognised yacht charter broker and recipient of the IYBA Charter Professional of the Year 2017, in recognition of her outstanding deduction and contribution to the yachting industry. Kent specialises in crafting vacations of a lifetime aboard some of the world’s finest vessels, partnering with all the major yacht brokerages, including Northrop & Johnson, Burgess, Fraser, and Camper & Nicholson.
Brandon Kummer – Kitson Yachts – Superyacht Sales Broker
Brandon Kummer, a co-founder of Kitson Yachts, began his yachting career at the early age of 18. In 2019, he became the recipient of the coveted IYBA Outstanding Young Professional in Yachting award. His astronomical sales record precedes him, and he is the first superyacht broker under the age of 30 to sell two Feadships. Based out of Miami, Brandon’s professional network and A-list clientele are built upon – and nurtured through – a reputation of impeccable trust and discretion, spanning the world over. In his decade-plus of industry experience, he has positioned himself as one of the most successful yacht brokers in the world.
Stuart Larsen – Fraser – Yacht Sales Broker
Stuart Larsen is an internationally recognised yacht broker with Fraser. Based in Fraser’s Fort Lauderdale offices, Larsen has a remarkable sales record spanning three decades, representing buyers and sellers. He recently sold the iconic 92-metre Nobiskrug-built M/Y TATOOSH, which was showcased at the 2022 Monaco Yacht Show. Other notable yachts include the 126-metre explorer vessel OCTOPUS. Larsen also has extensive experience across new build projects, boasting a network of contacts with the world’s leading shipyards.
Sean McCarter – Northrop & Johnson – Sailing Yacht Broker
Sean McCarter has a long-held passion for the sea, growing up around boats in the UK. As an experienced sailor, he specialises in sailing yachts, offering expert advice drawn from firsthand experience. He joined the yachting industry during the America’s Cup in Valencia, 2005 to 2077, and progressed to skipper of power and sailing yachts up to 2000GT, including a round-the-world race and cruise. He has sailed 12 Atlantic crossings in varying directions. McCarter is based in Northrop & Johnson’s Palma office.
Kevin Merrigan – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Sales Broker
Kevin Merrigan is the chairman, former owner, and a leading yacht broker with Northrop & Johnson, having negotiated purchase and sales agreements for more than 300 of the world’s finest boats, closing deals in over 15 countries. He oversaw the firm’s growth from an American-based brokerage with seven offices to an international powerhouse with offices in every global yachting hub. Kevin is the founder of the International Yacht Council and has served on the Board of Directors of the Florida Yacht Brokers Association and the International Yacht Council.
Robert Moran – Moran Yacht & Ship – Yacht Sales & New Build Yacht Broker
Robert Moran is president of Moran Yacht & Ship and a top yacht broker based in Fort Lauderdale. He started his career as a deckhand working his way up the ranks to captain. On dry land, he founded Moran Yacht & Ship in 1988, establishing the company as a leading yacht brokerage. Amongst its most notable yachts is AHPO, which Moran oversaw the build of. It is listed for sale with Moran and is the world’s most expensive yacht currently on the market.
Sean Moran – Moran Yacht & Ship – New Construction Yacht Broker
Sean Moran is a yacht broker and managing director of Moran Yacht & Ship in Fort Lauderdale. He grew up in the world of yachting as a son of a yacht captain and yacht chef. Moran started his career as a deckhand, working his way up through the ranks to First Officer. Over the years, he has developed in-depth technical and operational management expertise, helping him to guide his clients through the more technical aspects of yacht ownership. He specialises in new yacht construction projects and has worked on some of the world’s most luxurious new build projects.
Juan Morillo – United Yacht Sales – Sales Yacht Broker
Juan Morillo is a top-performing Florida yacht broker with United Yacht Sales, known for his level of service and passion for yachting. He is focused on new builds and pre-owned yachts and boasts vast experience in sales and consulting on complex acquisitions. Morillo introduced the buyer for the 62-metre M/Y CLOUD 9 in 2022.
William Molloy – Moravia Yachting – Yacht Charter Broker
William Molloy is head of charter and a senior charter broker at Moravia Yachting, with over 200 charters completed, including on some of the world’s most iconic superyachts. His passion for yachting stems from his early career as professional yacht crew and a degree in maritime studies. He represents both families looking for quiet getaways to corporate hospitality at major global events. He is known for his bespoke approach and his ability to cater to clients’ individual needs.
Tim Morley – Morley Yachts – Yacht Sales Broker
Tim Morley is an experienced and knowledgeable yacht broker with Morley Yachts. He has extensive knowledge of the international yacht market, allowing him to quickly identify market trends and changing values. With over a decade of experience working in sales, Morley is well-versed in both the technical and practical aspects of selling and buying yachts. He takes great pride in helping his clients find the perfect boat at the right price, offering years of experience and expertise to ensure a successful transaction. He is committed to providing first-class customer service, working hard to ensure that the entire process goes smoothly from start to finish.
Adam Papadakis – Moravia Yachting – Yacht Sales Broker
Adam Papdakis is head of sales and a senior broker with Moravia Yachting. As one of the world’s leading top 50 yacht brokers, he brings over two decades of expertise and has been involved with several iconic new-build commissions and high-profile superyacht sales. He boasts an impressive network of contacts and is respected for his eye for detail and genuine care of his clients.
Todd Rittenhouse – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Sales Broker
Todd Rittenhouse brings close to two decades of experience as a yacht sales broker. He specialises in high-end power and sail transactions, both new and used. His career has been spent ‘at sea’ starting in the merchant marines working aboard tankers, drill ships, and ocean-going tugs, logging over 150,000 sea miles. His experience working on yachts and large commercial vessels enables Rittenhouse to provide his clients with unique insights to help them make informed decisions. He works for Northrop & Johnson, based in their Newport Beach office.
Glen Runyan – HMY Yachts – Yacht Broker
Born and raised in West Virginia, Glenn developed an early passion for boating, spending much of his time cruising the Kanawha River with his family. This early connection to life on the water laid the foundation for a career built around marine and transport industries. In 2006, he moved to Florida, where he entered the aviation sector before transitioning into the yachting industry in 2015, bringing a strong commercial background and a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to yacht brokerage. His combined experience in boating and aviation gives him a well-rounded understanding of performance, engineering, handling, and design. Known for his results-driven mindset, Glenn applies this technical and sales expertise to guide clients confidently through both buying and selling decisions, making him one of the world’s top yacht brokers.
Wes Sanford – Northrop & Johnson – Yacht Sales Broker
Wes Sanford is a yacht broker with Northrop & Johnson, working out of their Fort Lauderdale office. He specialises in new deliveries, including large yachts from 70-metres plus. He takes a holistic approach, having been immersed in the yachting world from a young age. He worked as a mate, engineer, and then charter captain on some of the world’s most luxurious yachts for some 12 years. Following the birth of his daughter, he decided to retire from the bridge and instead forge a career on dry land as a yacht broker. He is known for his confidentiality, integrity, and dedication to his clients.
Henry Smith – Cecil Wright – Yacht Sales Broker
Henry Smith is a highly regarded yacht broker, partner and director of the Monaco office of yacht brokerage Cecil Wright. Smith has a life-long passion for yachting, having sailed competitively since childhood. A career in the industry was, therefore, a natural fit. With in-depth knowledge of mechanics and engineering gleaned during his time at university, he can advise on more than simply the cosmetics of a boat. He is known for his in-depth knowledge and trusted expertise, especially on northern European pedigree yachts. His most notable sales include the 62-metre Feadship NEW HAMPSHIRE, the 56-metre Feadship HAMPSHIRE I, and the 55-metre Amels LA MASQUERADE. His most notable new build is the 80-metre Nobiskrug Project BULLSEYE which is currently under construction.
Jeffrey Stanley – Gilman Yachts – Yacht Sales Broker
Jeffrey ‘Jeff’ Stanley is a broker and president of Gilman Yachts and recipient of the 2021 IYBA Lifetime Achievement Award. A career yacht broker with 40 years of expertise and over 900 closings under his belt, he represents both buyers and sellers of yachts from 30-metres plus. Stanley also has experience with new build projects, his most notable being the 36-metre Crescent built M/Y IMPETUOUS. He previously served on the IYBA board from 1998-1999.
Matthew Stone – IYC Yachts – Yacht Sales Broker & New Construction Specialist
Matthew Stone is a multi-award-winning yacht broker and managing partner for IYC Yachts’ California-based brokerage, who has devoted more than half his lifetime to the yachting industry. In 2018 and 2019, he was named Broker of the Year, and then in 2020, he was nominated for the coveted IYBA Outstanding Young Professional in Yachting award. Stone has a passion for new construction builds and has spent time touring the world’s most prestigious shipyards. He is a regular on AWE’s network television series, Selling Yachts, and is regularly featured in industry publications.
Lukas Stratmann – Superyacht Partners – Yacht Broker
Lukas Stratmann is one of the world’s top yacht sales brokers at Superyacht Partners, with over 15 years of experience across the global yachting industry. His background spans naval service in the German Navy, yacht manufacturing and surveying, and senior brokerage roles at leading firms including Dahm International, Abeking & Rasmussen, and Ocean Independence. With extensive experience in yacht sales and charter up to 80 metres, Lukas combines strong technical knowledge with a deep understanding of European markets, particularly within the German-speaking UHNW sector. Known for his strategic, client-focused approach, he brings a strong track record in complex transactions, new-build advisory, and brokerage sales across both motor and sailing yachts.
Michael Tabor – Kitson Yachts – Yacht Sales Broker
Michael Tabor, a co-founder of Kitson Yachts, brings a strategic vision and a sophisticated approach to a business built upon leisure. Supremely dedicated to his craft, Michael has a background and award-winning track record in capital markets, but his family heritage – three generations of shipbuilders – has brought him back to his passion for the sea. Michael quickly rose to the #1 producing broker at his previous firm before co-founding Kitson Yachts. Tabor now stands as one of the top global leading superyacht brokers, with a speciality in new construction and over 1,400 Linear feet of yachts presently under construction.
Ross Tannock – Moran Yacht & Ship – Yacht Sales & Charter Broker
Scottish-born Ross Tannock is a sales and charter broker with Moran Yacht & Ship with over a decade of experience. Based in Fort Lauderdale, he started his career in professional sports and sports marketing, building a network of contacts with global business leaders. Notable sales include the 75.4-metre Lurssen M/Y NORTHERN STAR, the 50-metre Mangusta M/Y INCOGNITO, and the 58.5-metre Lurssen CAPRI.
Peter Thompson – Thompson of Monaco – Yacht Sales Broker
Peter Thompson is an experienced yacht broker and industry expert with decades of experience. Having worked for some of the most prestigious yacht brokers and shipyards worldwide, including Worth Avenue Yachts, TWW Yachts, and Yachting Partners International, Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Throughout his career, he has established himself as a respected and trusted broker, thanks to his industry experience, sales skills, and exemplary customer service. He is knowledgeable about all aspects of yacht sales, from market trends and valuation to negotiations and contract management.
Simon Ting – SuperYachtsMonaco – Yacht Charter & Sales Broker
Simon Ting boasts 20 years of yacht industry experience, focusing on large yacht charters and sales. He is based in Monaco with the yacht brokerage SuperYachtsMonaco. He recently represented the seller for the 72-metre superyacht STELLA MARIS, built by Viareggio Superyachts. She was one of the largest and most luxurious vessels to sell in 2022.
Edouard Vignal – Ocean Independence – Yacht Sales Broker
Edouard Vignal is an experienced yacht sales broker specialising in pedigree yachts, including Custom Line, Benetti, Sunseeker, Princess, and Azimut. His global background and previous career in asset management consultancy enable him to provide highly astute advice based on the latest market analysis. Recent sales include hull no.07 from the celebrated Custom Line 120’ and the 32-metre M/Y HARMONY 1. Vignal is based in Ocean Independence’s Monaco brokerage.
Chris Cecil-Wright – Cecil Wright – Yacht Broker
Chris Cecil-Wright is the founder of Cecil Wright and has been a leading yacht broker in the industry for nearly 30 years. His passion for yachting comes from his love of all things nautical, sparked by sailing dinghies on the Solent in the UK and later as a skipper on luxury yacht charters. He started his career at Camper & Nicholsons and later set up Edmiston with Nick Edmiston before creating his own brokerage, Cecil Wright, in 2013. Chris has worked across every touchpoint of the yachting industry and is known for his trustworthiness, integrity, and market intelligence. Career highlights include the builds of the 99-metre Feadship MADAME GU, the 77.7-metre Feadship TANGO, and the 78.5-metre Feadship HAMPSHIRE II and the sale of the 81-metre Abeking and Rassmussen KIBO, the 72-metre Feadship UTOPIA (twice), and the 70-metre AMADEUS.
Judith Estrella – Charter & Dreams – Co-founder
Judith Estrella is a seasoned expert in the yacht-charter industry, having grown up immersed in the business through her family’s ownership of Spain’s leading brokerage firm. In 2010, she and her partner, Joan Farell, founded Charter&Dreams, bringing with them the industry connections and expertise needed to serve both yacht owners seeking charter opportunities and clients in search of an exceptional experience at sea. Today, she oversees one of the busiest schedules in the Mediterranean. Her in-depth knowledge of the market allows owners to maximise charter opportunities in line with their preferences, while ensuring guests enjoy a truly unforgettable yachting holiday.
Joan Farell – Charter & Dreams – Co-founder
Joan’s passion for yachting began in 2007, when he chartered a yacht in Ibiza with friends. From that moment, he spent increasing amounts of time around the industry, eventually co-founding Charter & Dreams with Judith Estrella just a few years later — a decision he has never looked back on. His outgoing personality and natural curiosity make him not only a pleasure to work with, but also someone who stays closely attuned to the latest trends and developments in the yachting world, sealing his position as one of the world’s top yacht brokers.
Alexia Lucas – Virgin Charter Yachts – Owner
Alexia Lucas brings a lifelong passion for life on the water to her role as owner of Virgin Charter Yachts. Having spent many years chartering in the British Virgin Islands herself, she offers a uniquely personal understanding of what makes an exceptional yacht holiday. Her hands-on approach, strong industry knowledge, and commitment to hospitality have helped shape Virgin Charter Yachts’ reputation for outstanding service, a carefully curated fleet, and an unrivalled guest experience in the BVI. Alexia’s in-depth understanding of the region and dedication to creating seamless experiences ensure that every charter is thoughtfully tailored, allowing guests to explore the islands with complete confidence and ease.
Udo Willersinn – Yacht Sales International – Co-founder / yacht broker
Born in Germany, Udo has spent his life in the boating and marina industry. His parents founded “Nautic Willersinn”, a full-service boat dealership, where he was introduced to the business early and sold his first boat at just 14. He developed a strong passion for boating, watersports, and diving, and at 20 moved to the United States, where he gained hands-on experience across the full manufacturing process, from fiberglass construction to boat design, while building industry relationships that remain valuable today. Returning to Germany, Udo became Sales Manager at Nautic Willersinn and quickly grew the business into the fourth-largest US boat importer in Europe. In 2001, he relocated to the US, working with a marina in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, before founding Nautic Consulting, Inc. in 2002, focused on the global wholesale and export of used boats. In 2014, he launched Yacht Sales International. Today, Udo is known as one of the world’s top yacht brokers, known for his deep industry expertise and hands-on approach, helping clients confidently navigate complex yacht transactions.
Alex Koersvelt — Edmiston – Yacht broker
Born into a family rooted in yacht construction and project management, Alex Koersvelt brings lifelong experience across the full yacht build and ownership cycle. After studying law and economics and working on high-profile yacht projects, he joined Edmiston in 2014. Today, as one of the world’s top yacht brokers, he oversees all commercial activity across sales and charter, playing a central role in the firm’s global success, with a reputation for deep market knowledge, strategic foresight and deal execution.
Jamie Edmiston — Edmiston – Yacht broker and CEO
One of the most recognisable figures in the yachting industry, Jamie Edmiston joined the family business in 2001 and has since shaped the distinctive identity of Edmiston. Now Chief Executive, he is widely regarded as one of the industry’s leading yacht brokers and dealmakers, responsible for some of the largest and most complex superyacht transactions in recent years. Known for his strategic thinking and innovation, he continues to drive the company’s global presence and influence at the very top end of the market.
Peter Hürzeler — Ocean Independence – Yacht broker and CEO
Considered a leading yacht broker, Swiss-born Peter Hürzeler has over three decades of experience in yachting, with a career that began at sea as a merchant deck officer, completing multiple circumnavigations and earning his Master Mariner qualification. He went on to found one of the industry’s earliest owner-operated luxury charter ventures before establishing Ocean Independence. Known for his deep seamanship and entrepreneurial vision, he has played a defining role in shaping modern yacht brokerage and was elected President of MYBA for three terms.
David Westwood — TWW Yachts – Yacht broker and principal partner
David Westwood began his career early, managing a fleet of private sailing yachts by the age of 20, including the iconic S/Y America. In 2007, he co-founded Yacht Help in Malta, building it into a full-service operation spanning sales, management, refit and charter for yachts up to 123 metres. Now Managing Director at TWW Yachts, he is known for his technical expertise, practical approach and deep understanding of life at sea, having led major new build and refit projects.
Rick Obey — Rick Obey Yacht Sales – Yacht Broker and Founder
Rick Obey founded his brokerage in 1995, building it around a hands-on, client-first approach to buying and selling modern motor yachts. Inspired by early experiences on the water, he has spent decades working across the Caribbean and Mediterranean, developing deep familiarity with key cruising grounds. Known for his accessibility and deal-making consistency, he remains closely involved in every transaction, maintaining long-term relationships and a practical, experience-led perspective. As one of the world’s best yacht brokers, he is consistently recognised for his high-volume sales performance, particularly in the US market.
Laura Verbrugge — Fraser Yachts – Yacht broker
Laura Verbrugge is part of the Asia-based brokerage team at Fraser that was recently recognised at the prestigious Yacht Style Awards 2025 for Global Brokerage in the under-40m category. As a top yacht broker, she contributes to the firm’s client-led approach across sales and charter, working within an international team known for its strong regional expertise, market responsiveness and consistent performance across mid-size yacht transactions.
Greg Graham — United Yacht Sales – Yacht broker
Recognised as the top-performing broker at United Yacht Sales, Greg Graham was awarded #1 broker by total sales value in 2025, marking at least his fifth consecutive year leading the firm in gross sales. As a leading yacht broker, his results are driven primarily by expertise in luxury sportfishing yachts and high-performance centre consoles, with a reputation for deep market knowledge, off-market deal execution, and consistent delivery across a competitive segment of the US brokerage market.
Frank Grzeszczak —FGI Yacht Group – Yacht broker and Founder
Frank Grzeszczak is one of the world’s top yacht brokers and the founder and Chairman of FGI Yacht Group, established in 2020 as a boutique, client-focused brokerage and advisory firm. With a background in large yacht sales and senior roles across leading international brokerages, he has been involved in significant transactions, including 60m+ brokerage sales and major new-build projects. Frank was recognised at the International Yacht Brokers Association in 2024, where he was awarded the Powerboat Broker of the Year award. He is known for a hands-on, relationship-led approach and for building FGI into one of the fastest-growing independent firms in the superyacht sector, with a focus on personalised service, market expertise and long-term client trust.
Bertrand Vogele – NEXT Yachting – CEO & Partner
Bertrand Vogèle is an entrepreneur, passionate yachtsman, and the founder of NEXT Yachting, a boutique superyacht brokerage based in the South of France. His career in the luxury yachting sector spans decades, beginning with the acquisition of one of the largest yacht shipyards, before moving into brokerage, where he joined the management board of a prominent Monaco yachting company. In 2007, he acquired a well-known yacht brokerage, serving as chairman and owner for six years. In 2013, he founded NEXT Yachting from scratch, bringing a team of specialists together with a focus on transparency and personalised service across superyacht sales, charter, and management. His expertise within the yachting industry means Bertrand is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top yacht brokers.
Ben Osborne – 37 South Yachts – Director
Ben Osborne is a director of 37 South Yachts, the longest-running superyacht support company in the Southern Hemisphere. With a deep passion for the South Pacific region and years of business and industry experience, Ben leads the company’s continued expansion across the South Pacific, Asia, and beyond. Under his direction, 37 South has cemented its reputation as the region’s foremost full-service superyacht brokerage and support provider, known for its professional and personal approach, sealing his position as one of the world’s best yacht brokers.
Roman Fedorovsky – LaRoma Yachts – Owner & charter yacht broker
Roman Fedorovsky is the founder and driving force behind LaRoma Yachts, a boutique yacht charter operation based in Key West, Florida. With a personally curated fleet spanning power catamarans, sailing catamarans, and motor yachts, Roman takes a hands-on approach that sets him apart from traditional yacht charter brokers; clients work directly with him at every stage, from vessel selection to the charter itself. His fleet accommodates groups from intimate getaways to larger events of up to 55 guests, with charters spanning the Florida Keys, the British Virgin Islands, and beyond. Built on a foundation of personal service, discretion, and a genuine passion for the sea, Roman has cultivated a loyal following of repeat clients who return for the bespoke, owner-led experience LaRoma delivers.
Cookie White – Allied Marine – Yacht Sales Broker
Cookie White is a yacht broker with Allied Marine, based out of their Stuart, Florida office. A proud Florida native raised along the waters of Miami and the Florida Keys, Cookie comes from a family lineage of Norwegian sea captains — a heritage that set the course for her life on the water. Earning her U.S. Coast Guard tonnage license at a young age, she spent years as a captain across private, corporate, and charter yachting before transitioning ashore into brokerage. Her hands-on experience has given her comprehensive knowledge spanning yacht orientations, outfitting, management, and refit projects. Notable sales include the 112-foot Westport FREEDOM. Known for her integrity, dedication, and deeply personal approach, Cookie brings a captain’s eye and a broker’s expertise to every transaction.
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World’s top yacht brokers: Frequently asked questions
What does a yacht broker do?
A yacht broker acts as an intermediary between buyers and sellers, helping to source yachts, evaluate market value, negotiate deals, and manage the transaction process from offer to completion. They also provide guidance on surveys, sea trials, and documentation.
What makes a top yacht broker?
Top yacht brokers combine deep market expertise, strong negotiation skills, global networks, and excellent client service. They also understand technical yacht specifications and current market trends.
How do yacht brokers get paid?
Most yacht brokers work on a commission basis, typically earning a percentage of the final sale price when a transaction is completed. The commission is usually shared between the listing broker and the buyer’s broker.
How do I choose the right yacht broker?
When choosing a yacht broker, consider their experience, track record, market knowledge, industry reputation, and communication style. A strong broker should also have access to a wide network and relevant listings.
Are yacht brokers regulated or licensed?
Requirements vary by country and region. In many markets, brokers are expected to operate under professional standards or associations, and reputable brokers will often be members of recognised industry bodies.
Can yacht brokers access off-market yachts?
Yes, experienced brokers often have access to off-market or discreet listings through their networks, giving buyers access to yachts that are not publicly advertised.
What is the difference between a yacht broker and a yacht dealer?
A yacht broker typically represents buyers or sellers as an independent intermediary, while a dealer may represent specific yacht brands or sell vessels directly from inventory.
Do yacht brokers help with after-sales services?
Many of the world’s top yacht brokers assist beyond the sale, helping clients with berthing, crew introductions, maintenance contacts, yacht management, and charter setup where relevant.
How important is marketing when selling a yacht?
Effective marketing is critical when selling a yacht, as it directly influences how quickly a vessel attracts qualified buyers and the final sale price. High-quality imagery, targeted digital campaigns, and strong international exposure ensure a yacht stands out in a competitive global market. Many of the world’s top yacht brokers trust Relevance Yacht, the world’s leading yacht marketing company, with their yacht marketing needs.
Do the world’s top yacht brokers use marketing agencies to sell yachts?
Many leading yacht brokers work with specialist yacht marketing agencies to enhance listing presentation and reach a wider audience. Agencies like Relevance Yacht help brokers elevate their listings through professional branding, digital advertising, SEO, content-driven campaigns, and the latest AI technologies.
What does yacht marketing involve?
Yacht marketing typically includes professional photography and video, listing optimisation, website promotion, search engine visibility, email campaigns, social media advertising, and targeted outreach to qualified buyers and charter clients.
Why is digital marketing important in the yacht industry?
Digital marketing plays a key role in the modern yacht market, allowing the world’s top yacht brokers to reach UHNW audiences globally. Strong online visibility ensures yachts are seen by serious buyers across multiple channels, not just traditional brokerage networks. Many of the world’s top yacht brokers and brokerages trust Relevance Yacht with their marketing needs.