Confidential advisory for yacht owners & captains across Europe  ·  Book a private consultation →

We manage
the extraordinary

Taking Yachting To The Next Level
Yacht Owners
You own or plan
to own a yacht
Management, brokerage, refit & crew — everything your yacht needs, from one trusted team.
Explore owner services →
Captains & Officers
You run a vessel
or seek a new role
Crew placement, management partnerships and career support from people who've been on deck.
For captains & officers →
Crew & Career Starters
You want a career
in yachting
The Academy gives you courses, CV services, mentoring and real placement support to get onboard.
Go to the Academy →
Yacht Management
01
For Owners & Captains

Yacht
Management

Full-service operational oversight from a single point of contact. We protect your asset, your budget, and your time — so every season runs without interruption.

Explore Yacht Management
Brokerage
02
Buying, Selling & Chartering

Bespoke
Brokerage

Independent counsel from brief to closing. We represent only you — with honest market intelligence, calm negotiation, and a structured process that eliminates uncertainty.

Talk to a Broker
Refit Management
03
Project Oversight

Refit & Project
Management

Precision coordination across every stage of a refit or new build. Clear plans, controlled budgets, and safety-led execution — every time.

Discuss Your Project
Crew Recruitment
04
For Captains & Owners

Crew
Recruitment

Sourcing and placing the right people for your yacht. We draw on our own time on deck and our industry network to find crew who fit your vessel and your standards — precisely.

Find Your Crew

"Every detail is handled with precision, discretion, and world-class expertise — so owners can enjoy the freedom of the water without stress, interruption, or inefficiency."

Brand Mission — Yachting Europe
The People Behind the Service

Built by insiders.
Trusted by owners.

Yachting Europe was founded by people who have lived this industry from the inside — combining technical knowledge, racing experience, and real time on board to protect your time, budget, and safety.

Stephanie Lubbers
Co-Founder · Crew & Client Specialist

Stephanie Lubbers

"The right crew changes everything. I find the people who make a yacht come alive — and the owners who trust us never look back."

Connect with Stephanie
Christopher W. Dougall
Co-Founder · Yacht Specialist

Christopher W. Dougall

"I enjoy turning complex yacht projects into clear plans that owners and captains can trust."

Connect with Christopher
Why Yachting Europe

Four reasons
owners trust us.

We are not a standard management firm. We are a small, senior team who give every client direct access to the people who know yachts.

About Our Approach
01

Owner-Centric

Every solution designed around your lifestyle and objectives — not a standard service package.

02

Independent Counsel

We represent only you. Honest pricing, calm process, and no conflicts of interest at any stage.

03

Performance Expertise

Former pro sailors and industry insiders — our advice is grounded in real sea miles and technical depth.

04

Complete Discretion

Your asset, your privacy. Every engagement handled with the confidentiality your lifestyle demands.

Begin Your Consultation

Ready to elevate your season?

Whether you are buying, selling, managing a refit, or recruiting world-class crew — Yachting Europe is ready for your next step.

Yachting Europe Academy

Your career in
yachting starts here.

The Academy is for crew members and those looking to enter the superyacht industry. Whether you're starting from zero or ready to advance — we have a structured path, real support, and people who've actually done it.

Explore the Academy