In 2025, the PYA marked an important milestone with the launch of the new Member Portal. This platform represents a significant step forward, providing the foundation for the future development of a secure, interactive and fully integrated system. Handing the power of industry wide connectivity  to all yacht crew, the PYA Member Portal will become the single trusted space where captains and crew can verify sea service and have their career achievements and professional experience securely recorded.  PYA 2025 - A Year in Review To All news 1 January 2026 In 2025, the PYA marked an important milestone with the launch of the new Member Portal. This platform represents a significant step forward, providing the foundation for the future development of a secure, interactive and fully integrated system. Handing the power of industry wide connectivity to all yacht crew, the PYA Member Portal will become the single trusted space where captains and crew can verify sea service and have their career achievements and professional experience securely recorded. For the past 34 years , the PYA has represented professional yacht crew through action and results, supporting a growing community of 2,749+ active members who actively engage with PYA services. Over the past year, we verified 4,195 sea service testimonials - confirming real onboard experience trusted by the industry, issued 186 Yacht Rating Certificates , and handled 224 individual member assistance cases , supporting crew with confidential advice and practical help on employment issues, disputes, and professional challenges. We also took part in 50+ strategic high level meetings with governments , ensuring crew voices remain central to industry decision-making. We continue to help shape the future of professional yachting as a key contributor to major industry projects , while also strengthening our commitment to crew welfare by endorsing the Relief Crew Foundation and the Sailors’ Society . Throughout the year, we attended 25 key industry events and hosted 6 dedicated events , reinforcing our leadership role, encouraging collaboration, and maintaining direct engagement with the global yachting community. With the support of 43 industry partners and sponsors , we continue to be a trusted and influential voice for professional yacht crew, today and into the future. Best regards, The PYA Team More news PYA 2025 - A Year in Review In 2025, the PYA marked an important milestone with the launch of the new Member Portal. This platform represents a significant step forward, providing the foundation for the future development of a secure, interactive and fully integrated system. Handing the power of industry wide connectivity to all yacht crew, the PYA Member Portal will become the single trusted space where captains and crew can verify sea service and have their career achievements and professional experience securely recorded. Read more 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. Read more 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. Read more