Crew Mental Health: Talking About It Is Not the Same as Acting on It
Fewer than a third of superyachts offer their crew any meaningful support. Tim Clarke on what the better yachts actually put in place, and what it costs when they don’t.
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Beyond Skills: How Cultural Fit Drives Success on Sub-40m Yachts
When it comes to hiring yacht crew for sub-40m yachts, technical skills and experience are essential, but cultural fit is often more crucial.
How to secure your first deckhand role in yachting
Our Deckhand Consultant, Hannah Hosegood, highlights our advice for those looking for their first deckhand role in the yachting industry.
The rise of vaping in yachting
Vaping in yachting is now extremely common, but without clear rules, it risks safety, fairness, and professionalism.
Setting the Scene: Top superyacht party themes
Discover some of the most popular and fun superyacht party themes that the team at Quay Group love to see onboard.
Work habits that will help you to stand out onboard
Discover our simple yet effective work habits that you can implement onboard to stand out and get ahead in your career!
From Yacht to Shore: Skills former crew bring to maritime management roles
Moving from yacht to shore? Find out which key skills make yacht crew ideal for maritime management and shoreside career opportunities.
The essential checklist for a superyacht-worthy formal table
Our essential checklist for Yacht Stews on the perfect formal table settings, plus other bonus tips from our own experiences onboard.
What do Captains and Owners look for in a Yacht Chief Engineer?
Discover what makes a standout Chief Engineer, from a seasoned Yacht Engineer turned recruiter who shares what owners and captains value most.
How to Leave a Yacht on Good Terms
Our Director, Tim, offers some advice for yacht crew wanting to leave a yacht on good terms and keeping your reputation in tact.
Michelin Star trained? You might be 'Michelin out' on a Yacht Chef job
Our Private Chef and Galley Consultant, Jasmin Gosling, discusses just how important Michelin Star experience is for superyacht Chefs.
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The short guide to longevity in yachting
Quay Crew's Director, Tim Clarke, discusses the importance of good longevity in yachting and the downsides of staying too long on one yacht.
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