Webinar - Emerging Superyacht Destinations in Latin America
26 October 2021
The New Proposal For Emerging Superyacht Destinations In Latin America
PYA Partners, Galapagos Yacht Services join Origen Escapes, Norton Lilly International (Panama) and Maritima Interoceanica to introduce the Latin American Alliance and the wonders of each of their three destinations.
Learn more about these emerging yachting destinations - Panama, Galapagos Islands and Costa Rica.
Discover Galapagos away from the ordinary
If you are considering cruising in the region, Galapagos Yacht Services, a Yacht Support Agency, can design individual itineraries according to a client’s brief. They work closely and exclusively with the National Park officials and the most experienced highly-qualified guides, allowing them to consider areas and experiences off the beaten track.
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Schengen EES Update: Guidance for Yacht Crew
The new Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES) replaces passport stamps with digital records for non-Schengen nationals. While procedures remain largely unchanged for yacht crew, entries and exits are now tracked electronically—with no physical proof provided—making it essential for crew to monitor their own Schengen days.
Launch of a New AV/IT Training Programme to Address Growing Skills Gap Onboard Superyachts
The Professional Yachting Association (PYA) spearheaded the development of a series of courses to deliver fit-for-purpose AV/IT training, aligned with real onboard needs. The courses will be provided through IAMI GUEST Accredited training providers.
Antibes (France), 21 Jan. 2026 - Yacht agents and captains are reporting a growing demand for crew with Electrical Technical Officer (ETO) certification. However, while an ETO Certificate of Competency is a degree-level qualification focused primarily on high-voltage electrical systems, the operational reality onboard many yachts tells a different story.
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Real Life On Board Competition - Superyacht Reality Project
The PYA, with the backing of the Raising The Bar think tank, invites yacht crew worldwide to contribute to Superyacht Reality – Real Life On Board, a global photo and video competition designed to reflect the authentic experience of working on superyachts.
This initiative aims to support career awareness, promote realistic expectations of life at sea, and share the everyday moments that define professional yachting — from teamwork and skills development to the challenges and rewards of working on board.
The competition starts on 19th January 2026, ends on 22nd March 2026, and the winners will be announced the following week.