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The Latest Standout Superyachts to Enter the Brokerage Market
As the 2023 calendar year draws to a close, we take a look at five superyachts that have recently joined the brokerage market. From large luxury vessels to notable performance yachts, the market is ending the year with some spectacular vessels available for sale.
To Buy or To Build? With Ocean Independence
Making the decision to buy or to build a yacht is never an easy one. With thousands of yachts available for sale and even more concepts to choose from, the prospective yacht owner of today has never had more choice. That’s where the experts come in. We spoke to <a href="https://www.superyachts.com/directory/yacht-broker/ocean-independence-195/">Ocean Independence</a>'s Sales Director, Toby Maclaurin, to discuss the pros and cons of both buying a pre-owned yacht or building a custom one, providing an exclusive insight into the perspective of an owner in the post-pandemic world.
Meet the Ocean Independence Team: Jeremy Comport
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to step into the shoes of a sales broker? After over 30 years in the industry, we caught up with Ocean Independence Sales Broker & Director Jeremy Comport to learn about the unique thrills and challenges of selling superyachts.
Deutsche Yachten Welcomes Ocean Independence to German Market
Ocean Independence has joined Deutsche Yachten in a bid to expand the client base in Germany.
Most Notable Superyacht Sales of 2021
After smashing brokerage records despite the arrival of pandemic in 2020, the market took some extraordinary twists and turns. 2021 was no different, once again featuring some giant purchases as brokerage history was repeatedly made. We take you through some of the most fascinating sales stories of the year...
Meet the Ocean Independence Team: Cordy Oakes-Ash
In the hectic run-up to the Monaco Yacht Show, we stole a precious half hour of calm to meet with Ocean Independence's Cordy Oakes-Ash, who shared her experience of working as a charter broker for one of the industry’s largest brokerage houses.
Ocean Independence Announces Two New Appointments
Ocean Independence has announced two new appointments to its team in Palma de Mallorca. Andreas Hoffman and Caroline Hillier have joined the busy Balearics team to bolster the company’s sales and charter services as two well-established faces in the industry.
Thai Indulgence Aboard 50m M/Y NORTHERN SUN
On 1st November 2021, Thailand opened its borders to welcome international visitors from far and wide. Thailand offers some of the most extraordinary and picturesque all year-round cruising grounds in the world. With its magnificent climate and crystal clear waters, this destination is sure to make any getaway memorable.
Ocean Independence Corners DACH Region with New Hamburg Office
Ocean Independence has announced the opening of its brand new office in Hamburg, Germany. Situated in the central location of Poststraße 36, the addition to a secondary office with Germany further strengthens the company’s presence throughout Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Top Five Cutting-Edge Concepts for Sale with Ocean Independence
What makes for a great superyacht concept? Whether it’s alternative fuel sources or submersible vessels, the superyacht design sector is nothing if not creative. Oftentimes though, it is the marriage of creativity with in-depth market expertise that makes for the best superyacht concepts. From luxury explorers to 100m+ megayachts, brokerage house Ocean Independence works with the industry’s greatest minds in design to offer Owners a wide selection of ready-to-build superyacht projects. Reflecting the latest market trends in aesthetic and functional designs, we give you our top five superyacht concepts available to build with Ocean Independence…
Benetti Sells Second Unit of Montopanfilo 37M
Benetti has announced the sale of the second unit of the Montopanfilo 37M, with the deal brokered by Ocean Independence. The brand-new model will be built with fiberglass and composite material, and harnesses historical design features from Benetti’s past.
Ocean Independence & Porto Montenegro: The Ultimate Partnership
When it comes to world-class collaborations, Porto Montenegro has consistently achieved unrivalled excellence, partnering with some of the leading yachting players across the superyacht sector. This super-power business relationship is simply no exception, with the luxury East-Mediterranean marina announcing an unbeatable partnership; with Ocean Independence.
Ocean Independence To Host Palma Open Weekend
The Palma Superyacht Show is a celebrated event in the annual yachting calendar, and in light of revised dates to take place early this June, anticipation has only been growing. For those who simply cannot wait to get back on the docks again, Ocean Independence has announced it will be hosting an open weekend in Mallorca in the run-up to the show - offering potential buyers, charterers and brokers an ideal opportunity to view OI’s remarkable fleet.
Exclusive Insight into 110m Megayacht Project CenturyX
It is any designer’s dream to have complete control over every aspect of their brainchild. Carl Esch of Castlemain Yachts has made that dream a reality. We spoke with Carl to learn more about the intriguing ‘design consultancy’ he has built off the back of 35 years’ experience in the yachting industry, culminating in Castlemain's most recent, largest and 'sexiest' project yet; the formidable 110m Century X. Combining the superyacht building prowess of Fincantieri, the marketing excellence of Ocean Independence and exquisite design by Castlemain Yachts and T. Fotiadis Design, Century X is truly a force to be reckoned with.
Abeking & Rasmussen Launches 68m Soaring
This weekend saw the launch of the highly-anticipated 68m superyacht Soaring from Abeking & Rasmussen’s prestigious shipyard in Lemwerder, Germany. Hitting the water for the first time on Saturday, Soaring takes inspiration from the elegant flight of an eagle, and boasts a smooth and sleek exterior design in line with her namesake.
