Ask a SuperYacht Captain

Why It Matters

The session offers practical, frontline guidance for charterers, aspiring officers and owners on vessel selection, legal constraints and career pathways—information that affects safety, compliance and the economics of yachting. It underscores regulatory and operational realities (certification limits, flag‑state law) that can shape hiring, itinerary planning and vessel outfitting.

Summary

Tristan Mortlock, a captain with nearly 25 years in yachting who currently commands a 55‑meter yacht, hosted a live Q&A from a Spanish shipyard addressing charter choices, crew qualifications and operational rules. He contrasted catamarans and monohulls—highlighting comfort, stabilizers and speed trade‑offs—recommended contacting a broker for tailored charters, and shared firsthand experience on electric yachts. Mortlock also discussed certification limits (his COC is up to 3,000 GT), advised prospective nautical students on study methods and college selection, and noted that possession of firearms aboard depends on flag state and local laws. He closed with personal favorites for marinas (Split, Croatia and Puerto Banús, Spain) and practical tips for engaging training organisations and regulators.

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