Superyacht Alliance

The Professional Yachting Association, is proud to sit on the Board of Directors of the Superyacht Alliance, a collective of key industry organisations working together to strengthen professional standards and support the global yachting community.

The Superyacht Alliance is a non-profit organisation based in Malta, founded by MYBA, SYBAss, and IAMI, with the shared objective of elevating industry standards, promoting collaboration, and enhancing professionalism through member-led initiatives.

Employment contracts

Learn about contracts for seafarers and use our template

Ship Cooks Certificate

You are a Chef? Learn everything you need to know about the MCA's Ships' Cook Certificate

French Anchorage Regulations

France has introduced anchorage regulations (enforced in March 2021) which prevent yachts over 24m (78ft) from anchoring within areas containing protected Posidonia seagrass beds. Last update: 12/06/2024

Seaman Discharge Book (SDB) and others

What is a Seaman Discharge Book (SDB), how to obtain one and what makes it different

Superyacht Qualification Framework

The Superyacht Qualification Framework (SYQF) is an Erasmus+ cooperation partnership in Vocational Education and Training (VET), co-funded by the European Union.

Knowledge Base

Explore the world of yachting and its regulations