For over a hundred years, the world's most successful, powerful and glamorous individuals have
relaxed, entertained and conducted business on board their superyachts.
Superyachts used to change hands between a small élite. Times change. Now there are thousands in existence. And they are far larger, far more valuable, and far more regulated than ever. Under their glossy exteriors, some are well built - others are not. Only one or two will meet a buyer's needs - the rest will not.
There is very little independent guidance available to buyers lacking in-depth knowledge and experience. With firstBuy™ from matrixLloyd™, you'll have someone by your side throughout the complex buying process. We're not yacht brokers. We're not chasing the next sale. We're not chasing sales at all - and we're not driven by commission. In fact, we're completely independent from any yard or yacht brokerage.
Superyachts used to change hands between a small élite. Times change. Now there are thousands in existence. And they are far larger, far more valuable, and far more regulated than ever. Under their glossy exteriors, some are well built - others are not. Only one or two will meet a buyer's needs - the rest will not.
There is very little independent guidance available to buyers lacking in-depth knowledge and experience. With firstBuy™ from matrixLloyd™, you'll have someone by your side throughout the complex buying process. We're not yacht brokers. We're not chasing the next sale. We're not chasing sales at all - and we're not driven by commission. In fact, we're completely independent from any yard or yacht brokerage.
firstBuy™ is a complete service.
matrixLloyd™ will:
> Consider which yachts are available
> Weigh up the pros and cons of shortlisted vessels
> Negotiate the purchase
firstBuy™ is aimed primarily at first-time buyers, but the service is perfectly suited to today's time-conscious elite with existing purchase experience.
Some of the areas addressed with firstBuy™ are outline in this article commissioned from matrixLloyd™ by Boat International magazine.
Before you even take delivery, matrixLloyd™ will have already made sure that:
> Your identity has been concealed as effectively as possible
> All options for financing have been explored to make sure that no capital is tied up unnecessarily*
> The most suitable ownership structure has been put in place
> The purchase has been concluded quickly and smoothly
> Your new yacht is insured as the law requires and against all principal risks*
> All the flag state, classification society and underwriter requirements have been met, including ISPS, ISM,
LY2 and MLC
> A captain and crew with proven work records have been engaged
*Subject to the relevant statutory restrictions on the provision of insurance and financial services.
matrixLloyd™ will:
> Consider which yachts are available
> Weigh up the pros and cons of shortlisted vessels
> Negotiate the purchase
firstBuy™ is aimed primarily at first-time buyers, but the service is perfectly suited to today's time-conscious elite with existing purchase experience.
Some of the areas addressed with firstBuy™ are outline in this article commissioned from matrixLloyd™ by Boat International magazine.
Before you even take delivery, matrixLloyd™ will have already made sure that:
> Your identity has been concealed as effectively as possible
> All options for financing have been explored to make sure that no capital is tied up unnecessarily*
> The most suitable ownership structure has been put in place
> The purchase has been concluded quickly and smoothly
> Your new yacht is insured as the law requires and against all principal risks*
> All the flag state, classification society and underwriter requirements have been met, including ISPS, ISM,
LY2 and MLC
> A captain and crew with proven work records have been engaged
*Subject to the relevant statutory restrictions on the provision of insurance and financial services.
Ownership Structures
Well-developed structures are usually desirable, and often essential if the owner is subject to domestic political uncertainty - or simply wishes his or her private life to remain jut that.
Nowadays, owners' requirements may not be met by the use of an owning company alone. Lifting the corporate veil is becoming increasingly achievable in a multitude of jurisdictions, exposing owners to unnecessary legal and fiscal liabilities.
Some countries may seem attractive at first, but may lack the judicial skill and integrity to make rights enforceable. Finding the best solution requires detailed research, each time, into the most appropriate jurisdictions and vehicles.
Our view is objective and dispassionate. While we maintain constructive commercial relationships with key suppliers, we have also preserved the essential element that is the source of our success - our complete independence.
Accountancy Age magazine has described matrixLloyd™'s advice for owners "gold-plated guidance".
Well-developed structures are usually desirable, and often essential if the owner is subject to domestic political uncertainty - or simply wishes his or her private life to remain jut that.
Nowadays, owners' requirements may not be met by the use of an owning company alone. Lifting the corporate veil is becoming increasingly achievable in a multitude of jurisdictions, exposing owners to unnecessary legal and fiscal liabilities.
Some countries may seem attractive at first, but may lack the judicial skill and integrity to make rights enforceable. Finding the best solution requires detailed research, each time, into the most appropriate jurisdictions and vehicles.
Our view is objective and dispassionate. While we maintain constructive commercial relationships with key suppliers, we have also preserved the essential element that is the source of our success - our complete independence.
Accountancy Age magazine has described matrixLloyd™'s advice for owners "gold-plated guidance".
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all the photographs on this page were taken by matrixLloyd™ staff members