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From moving a power boat across the state to hauling a fleet of yachts to a boat show across country, Joule Yacht Transport has the equipment, skill and experience to get the job done efficiently and dependably.

Moving Boats Since 1954

Joule Yacht Transport has been moving power boats and sailboats of all sizes coast to coast for over 70 years. We serve the 48 contiguous United States and Canada with a privately owned fleet of trucks and trailers and a network of Owner Operators that are the experts in overland boat hauling.

Coast to Coast Yacht Transport

Whether you’re a Boat Owner, Dealer, Manufacturer or Boat Show Promoter, Joule Yacht Transport can move, haul, transport or truck your boat overland anywhere in the continental United States and Canada. 

Contact us  for a free boat transport estimate.

USDOT # 74296 Safety Rating

We are registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) as  USDOT # 74296 . Our boat transport safety rating is the highest possible and can be found at www.SaferSys.org .

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We are honored to be involved with the WWII Veterans History Project in saving the remaining Higgins Boats LCVP (Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel) that were used in amphibious operations during WWII.

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There is no substitute for experience when hauling an oversize load like a yacht. Some of our drivers have over 35 years of experience. We understand your boat or yacht is more than an investment to you. Our drivers are boat lovers, too, so they take the same care and caution when transporting your boat as you would.

Joule Yacht Transport is a preferred carrier by many boat manufacturers and the dedicated carrier for Brunswick Boats, maker of Boston Whaler, Sea Ray Boats and Cabo Yachts to name a few. The confidence of these manufacturers is earned over many years of boat hauling and through hundreds of successful marine vessel moves.

Fully Insured

All Joule Yacht Transport boat hauling jobs are completely insured for $2,000,000. This coverage assures that the overland shipping of your boat or yacht will be protected. Our safety record and long list of satisfied boat transport clients speaks volumes about the care we take in moving your investment. Contact Joule Yacht Transport to get our insurance carrier information.

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North American Leader in International Yacht Transport Services

Your trusted partner for global yacht transport & delivery, experience stress-free yacht relocation with our expert team.

We take immense pride in being the leading name for all your luxury yacht transport  and global boat shipping needs. With our extensive knowledge and experience in yacht logistics, we offer first-class solutions for yacht relocation services, superyacht shipping, sailboat and boat transport, and much more.

We redefine yacht transport and logistics through a commitment to excellence. Our dedication to safety, reliability, and personalized service sets us apart as industry leaders.  Reach out today for a comprehensive quote and embark on a journey characterized by first-class service.

YOUR PREMIER PROVIDER OF GLOBAL YACHT TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS

Cross Chartering Yacht Transport is the largest yacht transporter to and from North America and focuses exclusively on the transportation of yachts. Through our highly skilled and experienced fleet management and operations team, we can provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective yacht transport solutions worldwide.

Our teams specialize in heavy lift and customized yacht transport logistics.

YACHT LOGISTICS FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND

Unrivaled expertise in yacht shipping & logistics.

Cross Chartering Yacht Transport works hand-in-hand with boat/yacht manufacturers, brokers, captains of vessels, and private yacht owners to provide the best custom-designed shipping options to fit any scenario or requirement.

This allows us to provide the safest, fastest, and most secure yacht delivery services for your needs and budget, regardless of the destination.

We have a track record of successfully transporting and delivering yachts, power boats, boats, and sailboats, making us the preferred choice for owners who demand excellence.

OUR PROVEN METHODOLOGY

Cross Chartering Yacht Transport combines technology, innovation, and logistics to ensure your vessel arrives at its USA or global destination safely and on time anywhere globally.

Our experienced crew comprises yacht shipping professionals who know the marine industry inside and out and are master troubleshooters, problem solvers, and communication experts. Our custom-built cradles ensure that your vessel always arrives safely and securely during yacht transport.

You can rely on us as a global leader with extensive experience in yacht transports of your superyacht to its destination with the utmost care despite time and cost constraints.

Global Yacht TRANSPORT and Logistics

EXPERIENCE SAFE & RELIABLE YACHT DELIVERY SERVICE

Our specialized yacht delivery service is designed to ensure your cherished vessel’s secure and dependable transportation. Whether you’re seeking international yacht shipping or yacht transport within your own country, our team of experts is committed to guaranteeing a seamless journey for your yacht.

Yacht Transports & Global Boat Shipping Tailored to Your Needs

Navigating the intricate landscape of international yacht shipping can be a daunting task. That’s where our yacht transport expertise shines. With tailored solutions for yacht logistics, our global yacht shipping services remove the complexities. From managing customs and regulations to overseeing the entire logistical process, we ensure a smooth voyage from port-to-port.

Unrivaled Expertise in Superyacht & Boat Transport

Superyachts necessitate specialized handling and shipping solutions. Our team’s proficiency in transporting superyachts guarantees a secure and protected voyage for your vessel, regardless of size. As yacht transport leaders worldwide, you can rely on us to carefully deliver your superyacht to its destination.

Reliable Sailboat Transport Across Continents

Embarking on a sailing adventure across the world? Our sailboat transport services have got you covered. With a deep understanding of sailboat handling, we ensure your vessel reaches new waters efficiently and safely.

Logistics Mastery: Orchestrating Every Detail of Your Vessel’s Journey

We stand at the forefront of superyacht shipping and sailboat transport, setting the bar for excellence in yacht logistics. Our team’s expertise, combined with our state-of-the-art equipment, ensures that your yacht’s journey during yacht transport is smooth and secure. Whether you’re relocating a sailboat or arranging global boat shipping, we’re committed to delivering results that speak of quality, precision, and a customer-focused approach.

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North america, the mediterranean, the caribbean, south america, client testimonials.

Very rarely do I get to have such phenomenal experience with anyone in the boating industry… But the experience with Paul–Cross Chartering Yacht Transport was nothing short of spectacular. The timing, the care, the professionalism…. Makes me wanna buy another yacht just so I can ship it with him haha. Feel free to send people my contact info for referrals. A++++ all the way <3

The team at Cross Chartering Yacht Transport safely and efficiently moved 96′ S/Y Symmetry from St. Thomas to La Paz. This was our second voyage with Paul Haber and his group. Even our grumpy captain was happy, that rarely occurs!

Initially, I received 3 shipping quotes; Paul’s was a good amount cheaper so I was skeptical but man was the experience incredible!!! The attention to detail was beyond professional. Unlike other shipping companies that book you and then you only hear from them twice (loading day & delivery day). Paul has an entire team that was in-touch with me almost daily. He treats your boats like his own and I will never use or recommend anyone but Paul and Cross Chartering!

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Our Team of Yacht Movers - Master Captains

Meet our team of professional, highly-qualified and trained master captains.  Captain My Captain has experience across the globe delivering yachts/boats in all oceans (worldwide).  We pride ourselves on being professional, courteous, and knowledgeable.

Call us (407) 756-9798 or fill out the contact form .   Meet the captains below!

Owner & Master Captain Jack Jones

Captain Jack Jones

Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701

Tel: 407-756-9798

e-mail: [email protected]

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

DL # J520-479-43-055-0

USA Passport # 483302119

Merchant Mariner Credential # 2551068

U.S.C.G. LICENSE:

Master Captain 100 Gross Registered Tons

Commercial Towing

Title 46 (Shipping) U.S Code - Standards of Training Certification on Watchkeeping For Seafarers (STCW)

Transportation Workers Identification Credential - TWIC

U.S.C.G. Approved Instructor:

OUVP Licensing

MASTER CAPTAIN Licensing

COMMERCIAL TOWING Licensing

STCW Licensing

LICENSE RENEWAL

Additional:

American Professional Captains Association Drug Consortium

Drug and Alcohol Free

American Heart Association

HeartSaver First Aid CPR AED - First Aid - CPR - AED  

Experience:

Owned Businesses -

• J.W.J. Enterprises
• CaptainMyCaptain
• Ocean Good Time Charters

Lifetime Boat Owner

Master Captain - 22 years plus

U.S.C.G. Instructor - 12 years

Owned and Operated Vessels -

• 14’ Outboard (first boat) to 125’ Broward Motor Yacht
• Every Size & Type in Between
• 50’ Push Tug w/ 120’X64’ Barges

Charter Boat Business -

• 55’ Ocean Sport Fish - Ft. Pierce, Florida
• Off-Shore Fishing, Bahamas Fishing, Island Cruising, Diving Adventures, Business Outings

Navigated Waters -

• Atlantic Ocean & ICW - New England to Florida
• Chesapeake & Delaware Bays
• Bahamas & All Florida Waters East/West
• Gulf of Mexico - Florida to Texas
• Caribbean Sea
• Western Inland Rivers
• Mississippi
• Tributaries of Mississippi
• Ten Tom Waterway
• Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

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Our Professional Master Captains

Experience Isn't Expensive, It's Priceless

Master Captain Nathan Murphy

20+ Years Experience

Master Captain - Power & Sail

Waters - Atlantic North & South, Gulf of Mexico, Bahamas, Caribbean

Master Captain Cliff Yates

30+ Years Experience

Waters - Pacific Ocean, North & South Atlantic, 1,000 Island Region St. Lawrence River

Master Captain Matt Henry

Master Captain Power & Sail

Waters - Chesapeake & Delaware Bays, North & South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Western Rivers, Guatemala, Honduras & Belize Waters

Master Captain Jennifer Corrado

5+ Years Experience

Master Captain - Sail

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, ICW, Bahamas, BVI, Caribbean Sea, BLS Provider

Master Captain Matt Corrado

15+ Years Experience

Waters - South Atlantic, Bahamas, Gulf of Mexico, SCUBA Instructor, EMT

Captain Jim Grigg

Captain - Sail and Power

Waters - North & South Atlantic, Great Lakes, ICW, Bahamas

Master Captain Sailing Team Matt & Jennifer Corrado

Master Captain Team - Power & Sail

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, ICW, Bahamas, BVI, Caribbean Sea,  South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico

SCUBA Instructor & EMT (Matt), BLS Provider (Jennifer) 

Captain Tya Smith

10+ Years Experience

Captain - Power

Waters - Western Rivers, Mississippi, Gulf of Mexico

Master Captain Eric Simpson

Master Captain - Power

Waters - Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, ICW

Master Captain Ken Schott

Waters - Atlantic North & South, ICW, Bahamas, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico

Master Captain Eric Meyer

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, ICW

STCW - BST & Fire Fighting

Master Captain Bryan Allen

18+ Years Experience

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, ICW, Bahamas, Caribbean

Master Captain Ashley J. Barnett

Master Captain - Power 55' to 90' Motor Yachts

Waters - Atlantic North & South, Gulf of Mexico, ICW, Canals, and Locks

Master Captain Alan Brown

Waters - Worldwide

Captain Butch Parson

Waters - North & South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico

Master Captain Jenna Powell

Waters - Gulf of Mexico, ICW

Master Captain John Yennie

Lifetime Experience

Large oceanic vessels to small sailing craft

Master Captain Mark Boynton

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, New England Waters

Master Captain Audrey Allgood

Master Captain - Sail, Sailing Instructor

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, Bahamas, Caribbean Sea

Master Captain Jonathan Reynolds

15+ Years of Experience

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, ICW, Gulf of Mexico, Bahamas, Caribbean Sea

Master Captain Robert Velt

Master Captain Randy Emmermann

Waters - Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, ICW, Bahamas

Master Captain Art Eickenberg

40+ Years Experience

Master Captain - Sailing & Power, Sailing Instructor

Waters - Atlantic North & South, All waters New England to Gulf of Mexico

Master Captain Peter Draper

Master Captain

Waters - Pacific Ocean - West Coast North & South

Master Captain Carlos Capaz

30 Years Experience

Waters - Atlantic North & South, Hudson River, ICW, Bahamas

Master Captain Kevin McCarthy

28+ Years Experience

Waters - New England, ICW, Great Loop, NY Canals, Gulf of Mexico, Bahamas, Sothern Caribbean Sea

Master Captain Joe Mandichak

Waters - Pacific Coast

Master Captain Team Lisa Evans & Marcus Stackpole

STCW Certified

Waters - Great Lakes, Atlantic North/South, Bahamas, Caribbean, Baltic Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Indian Ocean

Marcus Stackpole

Waters - Great Lakes, New England, Atlantic North/South, Bahamas, Caribbean

Master Captain Brandon McGraw

25+ Years Experience

PADI Dive Master

Waters - Florida East & West, Gulf of Mexico, Bahamas

Master Captain Stephen Knight

Waters - Atlantic North & South

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Professional Yacht Delivery By A Licensed Master Captain

Vessel boat relocation.

Trusted Yacht Delivery is a Florida-based vessel relocation business specializing in navigating the waters of the United Stated and the Caribbean. Whether it’s a motor vessel, powerboat, or commercial vessel, our qualified and credentialed Captains and Crew can safely deliver or relocate various types of vessels to a location that is most convenient to you.

We serve various types of clients, including manufacturers, brokers, dealers, and owners, and we specialize in making vessel deliveries to ports around the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and the U.S. Atlantic & Gulf Coasts. In addition, we can also make vessel deliveries anywhere around the world.

At Trusted Yacht Delivery, we provide yacht delivery and relocation services that are professional and satisfactory. We can also deliver and relocate new construction vessel builds for dealerships and manufacturers, from the shipyard to the point of sale.

One of the most common reasons why vessel and yacht owners are unable to relocate their boats themselves is lack of time. Trusted Yacht Delivery is here for the convenience and peace of mind of boat owners who are too busy to relocate their vessels themselves.

Most of our Captains have thousands of hours of experience in doing offshore deliveries, and some of them have extensive knowledge traversing the waters of the Caribbean and the Bahamas. Many of our Captains also have mechanical degrees, giving them the capability to tend to the needs of older boats that require more mechanical attention.

Want to know more about our yacht delivery services? Please visit our FAQs or Rates/Fees page.

Call our Experienced Team of Captains Today!

Call 855-373-0700 today for a fast and free quote, about the owner.

Captain Dave Subers is a boat delivery and charter specialist with a USCG 100-ton Masters License , as well as thousands of miles of experience. He personally handles vessel relocation jobs, but he also has many licensed Captains, Mates and Engineers available to help with the safe and timely of your vessel.

As a responsible captain, there are two things that he prioritizes in every vessel relocation job his business handles: the safety of everybody in the yacht, and the proper care and protection of the vessel.

Yacht Delivery

Our yacht delivery and relocation services include deliveries to new owners, vessel relocations to new cruising grounds, transfers between dealerships, moving the yacht for the upcoming season, and repositioning for boat shows. With Trusted Yacht Delivery, you can expect that your precious yacht will be delivered to the target location in excellent condition.

Serving the entire East Coast throughout the Caribbean, the Gulf Coast, and anywhere around the world.

Long Distance Deliveries

Long distance delivery jobs are physically demanding and may continue for more than a day, so the Captain will have to bring an additional crewmember with him.

Hiring an extra crewmember can give you peace of mind knowing that your valuable boat will be delivered in a safe and responsible manner. On long distance deliveries, you can expect that your vessel will arrive to you in excellent condition.

A report regarding the overall condition of your vessel will be provided to you upon completion of the boat delivery.

Vacation Yacht Delivery

If you want to make the most out of your vacation with family or friends, have your vessel delivered straight to your vacation destination instead of having to take it there yourself. This eliminates the need to worry about how to get the boat to the desired location and also frees up a lot of your time, allowing you to solely focus your attention on enjoying and having fun. And once the vacation concludes, you can have your vessel safely returned to your home port.

We understand that time can indeed be limited to some vacationers. If that’s the case for you, Captain Dave Subers and his experienced crew can help you out. We will come to your home port and pilot your vessel to your desired vacation spot, giving you the convenient option to book a plane to your destination and arrive there early. After the vacation, your yacht will be safely returned to your property.

Vessel Port-to-Port Delivery

For vessels that need to be transferred to a new location, Captain Dave Subers and his experienced crew can handle one-way vessel deliveries with ease. Whether it’s a commercial vessel, a motor vessel, or a powerboat, we can safely deliver it from any port to the boat dock or harbor of your choice.

As a yacht delivery business that prioritizes the safety of his clients’ vessels, we will use near coastal ocean routes for vessel deliveries whenever possible, making every yacht delivery as safe as it can be. Aside from that, we will do our best to move the vessel when the sun is up and select the route that is safest for sailing.

EXPERIENCED | DEPENDABLE | RESOURCEFUL

4726 SE Capstan Ave Suite 5C, Stuart, FL 34997

Trusted Yacht Delivery is a captain delivery service for yacht deliveries, vessel relocations and charter captain services.

We have a select group of experienced master captains and crew available to accommodate your schedule and to provide an efficient delivery or charter captain based on the logistics of the trip.

We will pair the best captain and crew for your delivery based on your needs, so you have the best people for the job based on location, age of your boat, guest needs, etc.

Call us today at 855-373-0700 for a free quote, or complete our boat delivery quote form

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Deliver My Yacht, LLC

Yacht Delivery and Yacht Services – Down the coast or around the globe.

Welcome to Deliver My Yacht – Qualified & Professional Yacht Delivery Captains

Planning your yacht delivery does not have to be an intimidating task. Let our professional captains plan and execute the relocation of your vessel, utilizing our extensive knowledge and available crews. Our captains will make the move of your vessel a hassle free experience. 

Did you purchase a new or used yacht and need it relocated to its new home port? Let our professional captains provide you with professional yacht delivery services.

Do you want to explore different cruising grounds for the upcoming season and you need your yacht to be ready and waiting for you? Let us take care of the details.

Our captains can also offer private charter captain services on your vessel or a commercial charter vessel. Let us manage the details of your charter so that you can enjoy your vacation.

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Yacht Transport

Setting the Industry Standard in Yacht Transport Solutions

Peters & May, the industry’s forefront boat transport solutions provider, exceeds client expectations across the board. We handle vessels from tender-sized boats to impressive 40-meter giants.

Whether your goal is an extended cruise or attending a yachting event, our decades of experience lead us to the right transport solution, aligning with your unique needs, budget, and timeline.

Our exceptional service and vast knowledge let us tailor boat shipping solutions that meet your requirements.

We aren’t just for leisure boats; we’re experts in superyacht shipping and racing yacht transport, meeting their specialized needs with precision.

Previous Shipments

Shipping the world’s first floating eco-luxury suite, shipping the ammonite yacht, first flat rail shipment out of the philippines, dna performance sailing g4 catamaran shipment, 63m flo-flo superyacht shipment – utopia iv, customs and vat.

With many years experience and our very own in-house Customs Manager, we are on hand to guide you through any international trade service operations, and answer any customs / VAT questions you may have.

• Pre shipment Letters of Credit scrutiny and amendment service
• Full Letter of Credit services
• Certificates of origin
• Preparation and presentation of export license application forms

Masts, Spares and equipment transportation

We understand the importance and recognise the unique requirements that the transportation of specialist equipment such as masts, spares and containers need. With our global contacts the team are able to provide the most cost effective and efficient solution to ensure your cargo reaches its destination within your timescales.

• Shipping containers
• Support boats
• Specialist camera equipment
• Urgent spares

Loadmasters

Our expert full time professional Loadmasters with industry approved qualifications and some with 25 years of experience in military maritime logistics deployment are at the centre of our commitment to provide a trusted and personal service.

• Preparation of all loading / discharge equipment
• Manage all loading / discharge operations
• Co-ordination of third parties including divers, ship's crew etc.
• Client point of contact on the day of loading / discharge
• Skills to design lifting gear solutions

Technical Support

Our expert Technical Support Team works alongside our Loadmasters to provide necessary overall support prior to and during all loading and discharge operations. From technical drawings to bespoke cradle designs and welding services, our team will ensure that each loading / discharge is executed safely, efficiently and to industry standards.

• Bespoke cradle design
• Co-ordination of Loadmasters
• Welding fabrication
• Technical diagrams - stow plans, loading / discharge diagrams
• Onsite cradle / equipment maintenance and distribution

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What our customers say.

Where We Operate

Destination variety:.

As a global leader in yacht transportation, we’ve delivered yachts to a diverse array of destinations. From the azure Mediterranean to the serene Caribbean, our clients enjoy the benefits of our expansive reach.

Global Reach

We operate from a multitude of strategic locations worldwide. Our presence spans continents, with offices in Asia, Europe, and North America, guaranteeing easy access to our services.

Why Choose Peters & May

Peters & May is your unrivaled choice for seamless shipping solutions. Our wealth of experience, global reach, and dedication to precision make us the preferred partner for all your shipping requirements. Our team of experts ensures your cargo arrives safely and on time, wherever your destination may be. You can trust Peters & May to deliver excellence every time. Join the ranks of satisfied customers who choose us as their trusted shipping partner.

Passion for Yachts:

Our genuine passion for yachts transcends mere logistics. At Peters & May, we treat every yacht as if it were our own, ensuring the safety and care it deserves.

Sponsorship:

We’re not just a logistics company; we’re an active member of the yachting community. Our sponsorship of prestigious yachting events and regattas is a testament to our deep understanding of the unique needs of yachts and their owners.

Logistics Prowess:

Peters & May’s logistics expertise ensures that your yacht’s journey is managed with unrivaled precision. Our team is dedicated to overseeing every detail, providing the highest standard of service.

Unwavering Commitment

Peters & May’s unwavering commitment to excellence extends far beyond logistics. With us, your yacht’s transport isn’t just a service – it’s a journey of excellence.

Peters & May has over 50 years of experience in international logistics and a track record of successfully transporting yachts worldwide. We offer a comprehensive service, handling everything from shipping the yacht itself to equipment, customs, and more. Our clients trust us for our commitment to excellence and passion for the industry.

The shipping duration can vary depending on the destination, the size of the yacht, and other factors. We’ll provide you with a timeline as part of our proposal to ensure you have a clear understanding of the process.

We’ll provide you with a comprehensive proposal that outlines the entire process from dockside to delivery, demonstrating the equipment and methods we’ll use. Our experts will guide you on the necessary preparations and handling of your yacht.

Safety is our top priority. We employ specialized equipment and expert teams to guarantee your yacht’s security.

Professional Yacht Delivery

Captaining services, training & instruction, competitive rates, worldwide service, uscg licensed captains (50grt to 500grt), request a quote, attitude adjustment sailing.

If you’re considering a multimodal relocation involving transit onboard a ship and either pre-positioning and/or post-positioning of your yacht, we’re here to make the process seamless and transparent. We work with all the major shippers internationally and can coordinate all aspects of the relocation on your behalf. Need a quote to relocate your vessel by ship? No problem? We have fantastic pricing on this alternative method of relocating your vessel.

If you have the need for a Captain for a few hours or a few months, we can make it happen. With highly skilled and USCG licensed Masters ranging from 50GT to 200GT. Regardless of whether your vessel is a 35’ sailboat or a 125’ mega yacht, you can breath easy knowing a true professional is at the helm.

We do a lot of Maritime Instruction, and with our hundreds of thousands of miles at sea we have learned a lot. Our Clients, enjoy being out on the water and learning vital lessons that will reap rewards long into the future. This on water Maritime Instruction includes: Navigation, Rules of the Road, Safety at Sea, Deck General, Communications, Electronics (Radar, Chart-plotter, Auto-Pilot, etc..), and Marlinspike Seamanship not to mention learning to handle their vessel like a professional.

We pride ourselves on our project management and logistics skills. We process map every project to ensure we stay on course, on budget, and generally on point achieving the agreed upon goals and objectives. We have been involved with many refits, upgrades, and re-powers and have the experience to know what the steps are and the approximate time required for each step in a project. This knowledge, born out of experience, helps to keep projects on schedule and on budget. Also, we have a great deal to share regarding a myriad of maritime subjects including: what boat to buy, or possibly what season to depart to SE Asia or maybe how to develop a route plan.

We can help you develop either a blue water expedition or a coastal cruise expedition. The options are endless! We have started the process to build our own custom, very comfortable, Expedition Sailing Yacht which will be our first real passenger cruise operation and we are just now getting our feet wet. Call us today to discuss Yacht Delivery, Maritime Instruction, Expedition Cruises options available today!

Meet The Crew

Captain Mark Fife

Mark graduated from Arizona State University and took post graduate courses through Harvard University’s extension program. He spent the early years of his working life as an executive in several Computer and Telecommunications companies during which he played a major role in taking three of them public. Mark transitioned to the Maritime Industry in 1999 and graduated from the Maritime Institute. He currently holds a USCG 100 Ton Masters license with sailing and towing endorsements. He also possesses the following endorsements: STCW 95, First Aid, Survival, Fire Fighting, AED, Unlimited Radar and ECDIS endorsements. Mark carries a valid TWIC card and USA Passport. Early in his maritime career he was involved with Anheuser Busch, sailing his Catalina 42MKII with customized sails and logo on the hull four days a week. He has delivered numerous yachts within the USA and Internationally. In addition, he operated a charter cruise operation under his company Attitude Adjustment Sailing Adventures. Furthermore, he worked as a rigger in Galveston TX, a commercial fisherman in California and a Licensed Yacht salesperson in San Diego for Ensign Yachts. Captain Fife has thirty years of experience and has sailed extensively from Alaska to Peru, including the Panama Canal with multiple trips to Hawaii. He also has experience in the Atlantic Ocean having sailed throughout South East including Florida, the Bahamas, Caribbean, ICW, and Bermuda.

Captain Bill Moreland

Captain Bill Moreland has been sailing for over 38 years and holds a U. S. Coast Guard Master’s License with a Sailing Endorsement. His sailing adventures include the British Virgin Islands, the Sea of Abaco in the Bahamas, the East Coast, the Puget Sound and San Juan Islands in Washington State. Captain Bill has also delivered boats up and down the West Coast. Following a successful corporate career as a senior operations executive, Bill has put his sailing credentials to work as a Charter Captain on all types and sizes of vessels. In addition, he has taken his passion for sailing and is sharing it with others as an American Sailing Association Certified Instructor in the beautiful San Francisco Bay … where sailing is always a great day.

Captain Athan Anas

A world class mariner who knows both sail and power boats. Exceptional boat handling skills. Native of San Diego, CA, Athan grew up on the water surfing and fishing. He started his boating career as a yacht sales broker and is still actively helping clients buy and sell boats. Recently having completed a delivery of a 75' sport fisher from Cancun, Mexico to San Diego through the Panama Canal, Athan has had plenty of experience with boat deliveries. Athan is also working as captain on Chere Amie, a event charter boat in San Diego. Certifications: APRIL 2017 CAPTAIN’S LICENSE CERTIFICATION, THE MARITIME INSTITUTE Master of self-propelled vessels including auxiliary sail of less than 100 gross register tons (GRT) upon near coastal waters. JANUARY 2017 STCW CERTIFICATION - BASIC TRAINING, THE MARITIME INSTITUTE Standards of Training Certification on Watchkeeping for Seafarers. First aid & CPR, basic firefighting, personal survival techniques, and personal safety and social responsibilities.

Captain Jack Buckley

US Coast Guard 200 Gross Ton Master Jack is a USCG 200 Gross Ton Master who has owned and lived aboard a variety of vessels including a 38’ Mediterranean Sportfisher, 41’ Irwin Ketch, 55’ Custom Steel Ketch, and a 60’ Custom Dutch Built Ketch on which he has lived aboard a total of nearly 30 years. In addition to operating his own boats for charter, he also has Captained numerous vessels including the “Cherie Amie”, 75’ 130 passenger vessel, the “Californian”, 130’ CA state sailing ship, the “Limit Stalker”, 85’ Naval Research Vessel, and he is the Captain of “San Salvador”, 100’ Replica of Juan Rodriguez ship that discovered San Diego Bay. Captain Jack and his crew completed a significant vessel relocation from the British Virgin Islands to Toronto, ON Canada. This trip involved multiple steps and included passages through the St. Lawrence Seaway and the locks prior to the difficult passage through the Thousand Islands area. In addition, Captain Jack has experience from Panama to California and from Halifax NS Canada to Florida and on to Panama. He has also been responsible for hundreds of sailboats and powerboats being successfully relocated safely and undamaged over the last 23 years and over 20,000 miles of yacht deliveries and passages, extensive sailing and power-boating, East Coast, Boston, Long Island Sound, New York Harbor, Maryland, Florida, Bahamas and Caribbean Islands. Panama. Central America, Mexico and California.

Captain Daniel Girard

Captain Danny grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and has been around the water his whole life. Growing up in one of the many small fringe towns that surround the greater San Francisco Bay Area allowed him the opportunity to grow up with strong ethics and morals and a can do “Attitude”. In 2014, Danny graduated from CSU Monterey Bay with a major in Communication and minor in Business. In 2018, he received his STCW-95 “Basic Training” from TRLMI. The STCW 95 (Standards of Training Certification on Watch-keeping for Seafarers) training includes; First Aid & CPR, basic firefighting, personal survival techniques, and personal safety and social responsibilities. In 2022, Captain Danny received his 100GT Masters and spends the majority of his time running charters on large motor yachts in Southern California. Captain Girard has been exposed to a great deal in the three years he has been delivering yachts. He has completed four Pacific crossings totaling just over 11,000nm in total. One delivery from Oahu to Vancouver British Columbia Canada on an XC-50 and another from San Diego to Oahu on a Catalina 380 as well as two passages onboard a 37’ Hallberg-Rassey, one from La Paz Mexico to Oahu, HI and continuing on from Oahu, HI to Seattle, WA (6,030nm). He has also made many coastal deliveries between La Paz Mexico and Wrangle Alaska including the inside passage through Southeastern Alaska. Many of these deliveries were owner onboard and included deliveries from Ventura, CA to Sequim, WA on a Carver 500 CMY and a 46’ Hallberg-Rassey sailing vessel relocated, also with owner aboard, from Ensenada Mexico to Sausalito, CA. Danny, also, has extensive experience serving onboard larger vessels including a Lagoon 620 Catamaran, President 107’ Mega Yacht, and Sunseeker 76’. As of August 2022 Captain Girard has well in excess of 20,000nm at sea. Recently, he completed multiple deliveries between British Columbia and Washington State repatriating USA flagged vessels trapped in Canada due to the Corona virus. A few of these yachts included a Defever 44, Cabo Rico 42 and an XC-50. He has also completed a delivery along the Inside Passage from Wrangell Alaska to Vancouver, BC. Canada as well as navigating in the St. Lawrence seaway and most all of the waters leading into and out of the Great Lakes associated with the seaway.

In total, Danny is approaching 30,000nm at sea and has learned a great deal including navigation, standards for watchkeeping, diesel engine
 maintenance and repair, AC/DC electrical, marlinspike seamanship, sail trim, radar ops, and a host of other subjects such as meteorology and VHF/ SAT communications. When you can’t find Danny on the sea, you’re sure to find him on a golf course.

Carrie Fife

Carrie began her professional career in the Data Storage Industry where she was exposed to a vast area of business functions including marketing, sales, customer service, technical support, and logistics. These skills have served her well as our COO who happens to be in charge of everything including joining us on certain deliveries including a passage from Oahu HI to Vancouver B.C. Canada and numerous other relocations. Carrie’s strong suit is handling logistics where she shines. Carrie has over 3,000nm at sea on both the Pacific and Atlantic. She is well versed in the industry and can identify most vessels, systems, hardware, and seamanship. Captain Girard has been exposed to a great deal in the three years he has been delivering yachts. He has completed four Pacific crossings totaling just over 11,000nm in total. One delivery from Oahu to Vancouver British Columbia Canada on an XC-50 and another from San Diego to Oahu on a Catalina 380 as well as two passages onboard a 37’ Hallberg-Rassey, one from La Paz Mexico to Oahu, HI and continuing on from Oahu, HI to Seattle, WA (6,030nm). He has also made many coastal deliveries between La Paz Mexico and Wrangle Alaska including the inside passage through Southeastern Alaska. Many of these deliveries were owner onboard and included deliveries from Ventura, CA to Sequim, WA on a Carver 500 CMY and a 46’ Hallberg-Rassey sailing vessel relocated, also with owner aboard, from Ensenada Mexico to Sausalito, CA. Danny, also, has extensive experience serving onboard larger vessels including a Lagoon 620 Catamaran, President 107’ Mega Yacht, and Sunseeker 76’. As of August 2022 Captain Girard has well in excess of 20,000nm at sea. Recently, he completed multiple deliveries between British Columbia and Washington State repatriating USA flagged vessels trapped in Canada due to the Corona virus. A few of these yachts included a Defever 44, Cabo Rico 42 and an XC-50. He has also completed a delivery along the Inside Passage from Wrangell Alaska to Vancouver, BC. Canada as well as navigating in the St. Lawrence seaway and most all of the waters leading into and out of the Great Lakes associated with the seaway.

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Sail and power boat deliveries require professionals who have the experience and knowledge necessary to deal with the varying aspects of either local or long distance delivery of these two types of vessels. Attitude Adjustment Sailing has a team with extensive experience in both Power and Sail boat delivery.  We handle everything so that you don’t have to worry about anything.

Sail – With combined sailing experience of over 50 years, Attitude Adjustment Sailing and its crew are here to ensure the delivery of your sailing vessel.  We know the ropes so to speak and can assure you that your sailing vessel, whether it’s a 30’ sloop or a 100’ schooner, is in experienced hands.

Power –  We know power boats with experience on dozens of different makes and models up to 164’ long.  We can handle any Motor vessel from a 30’ express to a 500 ton mega yacht.  We have the experience and knowledge to make sure your delivery meets your expectations.

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“ I crewed for Mark on a delivery from Hawaii to San Diego January 2018. Mark is an excellent skipper, easy to work for, confident and not afraid to make decisions. A winter crossing from Hawaii is challenging and Mark was always calm and prepared. He treated the boat as if it were his own and the owner’s interests were his priority. Mark is fun and easy to sail with. He listens to inputs but is always in command. I would gladly crew for Mark anytime. Steve Weiland

“ We wanted to give a shout-out for Captain Mark Fife and his crew at Attitude Adjustment Sailing! My wife and I shoved off last summer for my dream sail from Anacortes, Washington to Oahu, Hawaii aboard our 49’ Hylas “Lady B”. However, after experiencing a number of days of gale force winds off the coast of California, my wife decided that Morrow Bay was a great spot to jump off and wish me luck with the rest of “my” dream trip. As miracles would have it, Mark was delivering a boat from San Francisco to San Diego and tied up on the dock behind us. I explained to him my dilemma and asked if there was any way his schedule could accommodate a rather sudden 15 day voyage to Hawaii? He took sympathy on me, made a few calls and said “I’ll be back in 3 days”. Long story short, we had a great trip, experienced most every kind of weather and arrived 15 days later to a very happy wife waiting on the beach! Mark was very knowledgeable, calm and he and his crewman were easy to be with. It’s not an understatement to say that without Mark’s help I wouldn’t have been able to realize my dream. If you’re considering a similar voyage, one on a smaller scale or a straight delivery, we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Captain Mark and knowledgeable crew at Attitude Adjustment Sailing! Chris & Barbara Jensen Hylas 49 “Lady B”

“ Even though we have been around boats our whole life, they have been ski boats, smaller sail boats and jet boats, this is our first ocean worthy boat. Being very aware of the potential disasters that can occur with inexperienced boaters who think they know everything, we just didn’t want to fall victim to an unforgiving ocean or another inexperienced boater, of which we had observed many times at the various marinas during our two year search for the perfect boat for us. After getting our boat home, we took the boat out on a small lake and knew we had bought a great boat and we decided we wanted to make sure we got the best instruction about our boat, our boat equipment, ocean boating and navigation and after talking with several possible “Captains”, Captain Mark Fife of Attitude Adjustment Sailing, LLC in San Diego, CA was our choice for sharing our first at sea adventure on our new 2002 Regal cabin cruiser. In the phone calls leading up to our big day, Captain Mark made us feel comfortable and confident in our decision to have him on board for our first ocean excursion. We couldn’t have asked for a better day to have Captain Mark aboard our Head Games II. The weather in San Diego started perfect, sunny and the ocean was calm when we headed out of the marina and to open waters. Upon our return it turned windy and cold in the afternoon, so we had lots of opportunity to learn different scenarios that may suddenly and unexpectedly arise. Captain Mark was professional, thorough and obviously very knowledgeable in all things boating. His attention to details was refreshing and his patience with questions was appreciated. He covered a variety of topics including acceptable boatingetiquette, safe operation and navigation through unknown hazards like crab traps, kelp beds, different colored buoys, proper radio communications, vessel going priority. and rapid change in weather conditions and ocean conditions, etc. Captain Mark is very safety conscious and prior to leaving the harbor he thoroughly inspected the entire boat, from bow to stern. He also imparted some of his navigational charting knowledge that was very informative and will be helpful in the unlikely but possible event of navigation equipment failure. Captain Mark even helped us with proper operation of the head, the anchor and other cabin equipment. He has been available by phone call or text with all of our questions after our private session. We could not have asked for a more comprehensive private instruction and we highly recommend Captain Mark for literally anything to do with boating. He was worth every dollar we paid and then some. We are looking forward to our next outing and session with Captain Mark Thank you Captain Mark! Shadow and Diane

“ I had the pleasure of working with Capt. Fife for the relocation of my 43 foot catamaran from Florida to Hawaii. The logistical challenges of the almost 7500 nm transport were expertly maneuvered by Capt. Fife using his diligence and extensive maritime knowledge. Thus, my M/Y arrived safe and in excellent condition. Capt. Fife was thorough, professional and kept me abreast of all aspects along her journey via phone, text and email. In sum, Capt. Fife has my highest recommendation and would utilize his services again without hesitation. SGD, MD Leopard 43

“ I wish to recommend Mark Fife due to my personal experience with him as a delivery captain during a trip from San Francisco to San Diego. We had normal and some rough weather around Point Conception. All problems were well handled andI felt quite comfortable during the delivery. He also advised me on some well thought out pre voyage planning . After we arrived in San Diego I did ask Mark for some additional close quarter instruction and docking procedures with my new boat . As mentioned, all went well. I would recommend Mark as a Captain, for Deliveries and as an instructor . Henry Givre MD NonSuch 30

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Captain Randy Register

Greetings from the Tenna Sea!

I grew up on the Tennessee River and had my own boat at age 10.  That began a lifelong love affair with boats and the water which lead to my owning some 40 boats to this point.  That first 12 foot jon boat lead to numerous bass boats, runabouts, triple digit speed go-fast boats, cruisers, motor yachts, and my largest, personal boat to date, a 58' Hatteras as pictured in this section.

As a testament to my abilities, I single handed that 58 Hatt from Pensacola to Chattanooga a few years ago... on just the port engine.  No bow thruster, no autopilot, just me.  That's over 700 miles, 14 locks, and 1 engine.  This after running the boat another 300+ miles on one engine across the Gulf with a ride along mate from Palmetto to Panama City, then to Pensacola.  It's not something I would recommend, but it is proof that I can get the job done under less than ideal circumstances.

My operating experience includes the entire length of the Tennessee River and its tributaries, the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway, the Ohio, Mississippi, and Illinois River up to Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.  I've also covered the entire coastline of Florida, both coastal and ICW, The Keys, the Okeechobee Waterway, Kissimmee River, New River, Saint Johns River as well as The Bahamas to Turks & Caicos Islands.  Add to that the coast (outside and ICW) of Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia and through New York City to the east end of Long Island Sound.

As for personal information, I am a 64 year old, non-smoking, college educated, retail business owner of over 40 years who understands the meaning of customer service.  With that, I will treat your boat as if it were my own, and I will get it from point A to point B as quickly, safely, and economically as possible.  I typically run 10 hours per day, weather permitting, so my clients get a full day's work for a day's pay.  You will never find drugs or alcohol on your boat... unless you left them there. :)

Feel free to contact me with any questions.  When you are ready to move your boat, or if you just need personal instruction on how to operate your boat, I'm your guy.

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 Near Coastal w/Towing 

Daily Captain rate is $395.00 per day for up to 10 hours.  We all know situations can present themselves which require running longer or shorter days.  Should it become necessary to run more than 12 hours in one day, any time over that will result in an hourly surcharge of $60 per hour, which is the standard overtime rate of 1.5 x the standard hourly rate.  I will run 10 hours if marina spacing allows it.  

Daily rate for a Mate, when needed, is $105.  That makes for a nice tidy package of $500.00 per day, which is what most Captains with even less experience charge for themselves.  I simply enjoy delivering yachts, so there you go.  

The above will be in addition to any expenses involved in getting to/from the boat, including air fare and ground transportation.  There will be a travel day before the departure date, and another after.   It is possible that may not be the case depending on timing.  Any delays as the result of mechanical failure, weather or any other situation that has the boat sitting still beyond my control will be charged at the rates above.  I strongly suggest my customers have their boats fully serviced as paying me to sit and watch a mechanic work on your boat just adds insult to injury.  Not only that, you are at the mercy of wherever such a failure occurs.  

The biggest culprit I usually experience is water pump impellers.  If you aren't absolutely sure of when they were last changed, and how many hours of run time are on the engines, spend a few bucks and have them replaced.  Sitting is what kills them.  

Beyond that meals will also be part of the expenses.  That generally involves sandwiches for lunch, and dinner at a restaurant at or near the marina where we call it a day.  If you accompany me on the trip, you will set the tone for the amount of money spent.  If I (and my mate) move the boat alone, I will happy to offer a flat per diem rate that will preclude any all you can eat lobster dinners.   Not that I would do that, of course, unless you are with me and that's what you order and insist I do the same. :)

What you will find as others before you,  I spend your money as though it were my own.  I will run your boat at hull speed where it is most economical, unless you tell me you want it delivered faster.  I provide for my customers in advance, a comparison of what it will cost to run at hull speed vs whatever speed you choose.

Beyond all the above, most find me an easy person to get along with as I'm not the excitable type.  If you are, bless your heart, I'll be kind.  I tend to look at life on the lighter side, and most enjoy my company which usually results in yet another lifetime friendship.  You will find a copy of my delivery contract that you can read in advance and know exactly how all this works.  It's actually in plain English and doesn't require a law degree to comprehend.

Personal instruction is the same as my daily rate plus travel expenses if overnight stays are required.  There will be no other expenses beyond fuel unless I fly.  The 10 hours start when I leave  wherever I may be and return to whatever point the day brings.

I look forward to serving you.

Randy Register

Notable Deliveries/Trips

• Stuart, FL to Lenoir City, TN - 58’ Hatteras 
• Onemeka, MI to Algonac, MI - 53’ Hatteras
• Palmetto, FL to Iuka, MS - 58’ Hatteras
• Hilton Head, SC to WPB, FL - 48’ Sea Ray
• St Petersburg, FL to Savanna, GA - 56’ Lagoon
• Ft Lauderdale, FL to California, MD - 45' Ferretti
• Mathews, VA to Jacksonville, FL - 53' Hatteras
• Boca Grande, FL to Port Canaveral, FL - 58' Hatteras
• New Bern, NC to Barnegat Light, NJ - 53' Hatteras
• Demopolis, AL to Clarksville, TN - 52' Hatteras
• Palmetto, FL to Myrtle Beach, SC - 51' Ocean Alexander
• St Petersburg, FL to Demopolis, AL - 52' Hatteras
• New Bern, NC to New Haven, CT - 45' Hatteras
• Riviera Beach, FL to New Bern, NC - 53' Hatteras
• Cheboygan, MI to Gulfport, MS - 53' Hatteras
• Fort Lauderdale, FL to Racine, WI - 60' Hatteras
• Stuart to Cortez to Stuart, FL - 60' Hatteras
• Hilton Head, SC to Annapolis, MD - 46' Hatteras
• Mobile, AL to Longboat Key, FL - 53' Hatteras
• Port Aransas, TX to Boca Raton, FL - 31' Cabo
• Grand Rivers KY to Rockport, IL - 58' Hatteras
• Clearwater, FL to Columbus, MS - 58' Hatteras
• Columbus, MS to Orange Beach, AL - 36' Carver
• Fort Pierce, FL to Lake Wheeler, AL - 40' Hatteras
• Venice, FL to Chattanooga, TN - 56' Hatteras
• Kuttawa, KY to Rock Island, IL - 48' Hatteras
• Destin, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL - 37' Nordic Tugs
• Chattanooga, TN to Charlevoix, MI - 52' Jefferson
• Fort Lauderdale to Turks & Caicos - 52' Hatteras
• Bradenton, FL to Panama City, FL - 43' Hatteras
• Marco Island, FL to Miami, FL - 67' Hatteras
• Fort Myers, FL to Chicago, IL - 55' Hatteras
• Sanford, FL to Mobile, AL - 43' Hatteras
• Merritt Island, FL to Jekyll Island, GA - 41' Hatteras
• Charleston, SC to Ft Myers, FL - 70' Hatteras

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Five bodies found, one still missing in UK tycoon shipwreck

Divers searching for six people missing after a superyacht sank off Sicily, including UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch, on Wednesday found five bodies in the wreck, AFP journalists and reports said.

The grim discovery, after three days of intensive searches since the "Bayesian" went down during a storm off the Italian island early on Monday morning, brings the death toll to six -- with one person still missing.

There was no official identification of the bodies but Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah are among those missing.

The 56-metre (185 feet) British-flagged sailing boat had been anchored some 700 metres off Porticello when it was struck by a waterspout -- akin to a mini-tornado.

It sank within minutes.

Fifteen people were rescued, including Lynch's wife and a woman with a one-year-old baby. But the body of a man, believed to be the yacht's chef, was found several hours later.

Lynch and his daughter, his lawyer Christopher Morvillo and his wife Neda, and Jonathan Bloomer, the chair of Morgan Stanley International, and his wife Judy, were all reported missing.

AFP journalists in Porticello saw emergency workers moving four body bags from boats returning from the sea into a tent on the quay, or into waiting ambulances.

Media reports later said a fifth body had been found but not yet brought to shore.

Firefighters had earlier said that searching the yacht, which is largely intact and resting on the seabed some 50 metres down, was a "long and complex" operation.

Despite eyewitness testimonies that the 75-metre mast had snapped, reports on Wednesday suggested that it too survived the incident.

- Five minutes -

Lynch -- an entrepreneur sometimes referred to as Britain's Bill Gates -- had invited the guests onto the yacht to celebrate his acquittal in a massive US fraud case.

The 59-year-old was acquitted on all charges in a San Francisco court in June after he was accused of an $11 billion fraud linked to the sale of his software firm Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard.

Among the survivors was Charlotte Golunski, board director of a company founded by Lynch, who has described how she briefly lost hold of her one-year-old daughter before grabbing her again. Both were plucked to safety.

Fabio Genco, a member of the Palermo Emergency Medical Services who was among the team that treated the child, described the "apocalyptic" situation he found on arriving at the scene.

"The word that the mother and all the injured kept repeating was 'darkness', the darkness that they experienced during the shipwreck," he told the BBC's Newsnight programme.

"They spoke of about five minutes, maybe from three to five minutes, from the moment the boat was lifted, raised by the waves of the sea, until it sank."

He said the survivors rescued had been in shock: "There were truly apocalyptic scenes where everyone was searching and hoping to find the people who at that moment, were not present or just missing."

All the survivors treated in hospital have been discharged, he confirmed.

- Anarchic sea conditions -

The speed with which the yacht sank, and the fact that other boats around it were unaffected, was extraordinary.

Some key questions remain, including whether the keel, which provides a counterbalance to the towering mast, was down when the storm hit.

Italian authorities have opened an investigation into what happened and are interviewing all the survivors, including captain James Cutfield, a 51-year-old New Zealander, according to Italian media.

The UK's marine accident investigation branch also sent four inspectors.

Matthew Schanck, from the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, told AFP what happened was a "pretty unprecedented", describing it as a "black swan event" -- something that is unlikely, but has a big impact.

UK meteorologist Peter Inness described a waterspout as a "narrow column of rotating air below a thunderstorm that occurs over water".

Like tornadoes, they suck up air in a rotating motion. Many are fairly inconsequential, but some can pack winds of more than 100 kilometres (62 miles) per hour, said Inness.

Jean-Marie Dumon, a former naval officer now with the GICAN, the French maritime industry association, added that conditions with winds of 100kph or more can "create completely anarchic sea conditions which can cause capsizing".

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