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Measuring a compact yacht tender alongside a cruising yacht

Guides

How to Choose a Yacht Tender: Size, Weight, Davits and Storage

Choose a yacht tender by matching its hull, passenger load, motor, davit capacity and storage dimensions to the way you cruise.

9 min read

Electric yacht tender alongside a cruising yacht in a Mediterranean anchorage

Technology

Electric Yacht Tender Cost: Outboard vs Jet, Range and Charging

Compare electric yacht tender costs, portable outboards and integrated jets, real-world range, charging and battery replacement with dated examples.

9 min read

illustration of a yacht at anchor in warm evening light, representing onboard comfort and energy use

Technology

Yacht Air Conditioning Cost: Installation, Power Use and Battery Runtime

Compare yacht air-conditioning equipment and installation costs, estimate power use and battery runtime, and plan a system around your boat.

9 min read

Technology

Yacht Generator Cost

How much does a yacht generator cost? Compare equipment prices, installation expenses, diesel fuel use and maintenance, plus how to choose the right generator size.

10 min read

illustration of a cruising motor yacht with warm cabin lights at anchor at dusk

Technology

Yacht Lithium Battery Upgrade Cost: AGM vs LiFePO4, Installation and Safety

Compare yacht AGM and LiFePO4 house batteries, complete installation costs, charging changes and overnight energy budgets with transparent worked examples.

10 min read

illustration of a contemporary motor yacht with solar roof cruising in a Mediterranean bay

Technology

Hybrid vs Diesel Yachts: Running Costs, Range and Battery Replacement

Compare hybrid and diesel yacht running costs, electric range, charging and battery replacement, with transparent budget examples and manufacturer sources.

10 min read

image of a cruising motor yacht with a freshwater deck shower at anchor

Technology

Yacht Watermaker Cost: Installation, Power Use and Maintenance

Compare yacht watermaker equipment and installation costs, calculate output and power use, and plan filters, flushing and membrane maintenance.

8 min read

image of a motor yacht with rooftop solar panels at anchor

Technology

Yacht Solar Panel Cost: Installation, Output and Payback

Calculate yacht solar panel cost and daily output, then compare installed quotes and realistic payback assumptions.

6 min read

image of a motor yacht underway in lightly choppy water

Technology

Yacht Stabilizer Cost: Gyro vs Fin Systems

Compare gyro and fin stabilizer equipment prices, installation work, operating power and maintenance for yacht refits.

6 min read

Captain and project manager reviewing a yacht refit plan at the shipyard

Guides

Yacht Refit Planning Checklist: Scope, Sequence and Sea Trials

Plan a yacht refit with a clear scope, dependencies, decision gates, commissioning plan and records that make the next maintenance cycle easier.

4 min read

Aerial view of a yacht anchored over a sandy Mediterranean patch beside seagrass

Guides

Responsible Mediterranean Anchoring: Posidonia, Moorings and Local Rules

Plan Mediterranean anchoring to protect Posidonia seagrass, use suitable moorings and check current local restrictions before dropping the hook.

4 min read

Compact electric marine toilet in a yacht head compartment

Technology

Marine Toilet Systems: Electric vs Manual, Holding Tanks and Care

Compare manual and electric marine toilets by water source, holding-tank layout, power use, maintenance access and safe through-hull arrangements.

5 min read