One does not become a yacht broker by chance. It is a profession built on experience, networks, and above all, trust. At YachtDeals, our approach comes from the sea: twenty years of sailing, including a past as a captain, before making brokerage our profession. This is the vision that guides each of our mandates.
Understanding before selling
A yacht cannot be reduced to a specification sheet. You must have lived aboard to know what truly matters: what makes a hull sound, what makes a layout work on a daily basis, what makes an engine system coherent with a cruising programme. This practical knowledge, acquired at sea, we put at the service of every sale and every purchase. When we present a vessel, we know what we are talking about.
Trust before commission
Our strongest conviction can be summed up in one sentence: trust is worth more than a commission. We would rather tell a client that a boat is not right for them than sell it to them. In the short term, we may forgo a sale. In the long term, we gain a client who returns and recommends us. This is the exact opposite of a volume-driven logic, and it is what sets a serious brokerage apart. Learn more about us.
Independence as principle
We are not tied to any shipyard, any brand. This independence allows us to advise objectively, in the client's interest, not in that of a builder. Whether for a purchase, a new build, or a sale, our only compass is your project.
Selection rather than accumulation
Many agencies pile up mandates. We do the opposite: we work with a carefully curated selection, vessels we truly know. This choice allows us to defend each unit seriously, and to give our clients an attention that an oversized portfolio makes impossible.
Discretion, always
Our clients, whether sellers or buyers, expect confidentiality. Nothing circulates without agreement. This discretion, characteristic of leading houses, is at the heart of how we work, from the first conversation to the signing.
Support from start to finish
Our role does not end at making introductions. From valuation to sale, from search to pre-purchase inspection, from charter to management of your vessel, a single point of contact follows you through. This continuity is what makes the relationship simple and lasting.
Frequently asked questions
Why use a broker rather than sell on your own To save time, access a network of buyers, negotiate at the right level, and secure the transaction. And because we are only remunerated on completion of the sale.
Do you work everywhere We are anchored on the French Riviera, between Antibes, Cannes and Monaco, with an international network that takes your vessels beyond the region.
What types of vessels do you handle Primarily yachts from 12 to 40 metres, as well as carefully selected smaller units.
Our working method
In practice, we always start by listening to and understanding the project, whether it is selling, buying or chartering. We define expectations, budget and timeline before anything else. Then we mobilise what is needed: a fair valuation, careful preparation, targeted marketing, a network of buyers and fellow brokers, and support at every stage until signature. No empty promises, only concrete actions.
Local and international at once
Our strength lies in a rare balance: strong local roots, between Antibes, Cannes and Monaco, and international reach through a network of brokers and specialised platforms. You benefit from someone who knows the ground and its players, and from an exposure that goes far beyond the region.
Serving sellers and buyers alike
Supporting both sides of the market gives us a complete picture. We know what a buyer wants to see, what reassures them and what makes them hesitate, and we use that to benefit our sellers. Conversely, our knowledge of vessels protects our buyers from poor deals.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an exclusive mandate That depends on your project. Exclusivity often allows for greater commitment and more intensive marketing, but we are flexible.
Are you available for simple advice Yes. A no-commitment conversation often helps clarify things before you decide.
A network in service of the client
A good broker is worth as much for his address book as for his expertise. Over the years, we have built relationships with fellow brokers, shipyards, specialists and a base of qualified buyers. This network allows opportunities to circulate discreetly, the right buyer to be found for a particular vessel, or a rare gem to be sourced for a client in search. It is an invisible but decisive asset.
Relationships that endure
We are not looking for a single transaction, but a relationship. Many of our clients return: they buy, cruise, have maintenance done, then sell and buy again, always with the same contact. This continuity is the best indicator that trust has been at the centre of what we do.
Do you also work for foreign buyers Yes, a significant proportion of our buyers come from abroad. Our international network and experience with cross-border transactions make these sales straightforward.
Our commitment
Our commitment boils down to three words: honesty, expertise, availability. Honesty, because we prefer a useful truth to a flattering promise. Expertise, because twenty years at sea inform every piece of advice. Availability, because a yacht project deserves a contact who is reachable and engaged. This is the standard we apply to every sale, every purchase and every charter, on the French Riviera and internationally.
How do we begin With a simple conversation. Tell us about your project, and we will tell you plainly how we can help you, with no obligation.
In summary
Our vision of brokerage comes down to a few key ideas: understanding vessels, prioritising trust, remaining independent, selecting rather than accumulating, and supporting you from beginning to end. If this approach speaks to you, let us talk about your project.