The Triton

The Triton is a celebrated publication that has served as a reliable news source and connection hub for the yachting community in South Florida for 18 years. Our goal is to equip captains and crew with essential information to efficiently operate their vessels and advance their careers. We also strive to assist our advertisers in effectively promoting their products and services to these maritime professionals. Now, under new ownership, The Triton boasts a fresh design, an expanded range of services, and a renewed commitment to engaging with our audience across various platforms. We envision an exciting future with a stronger presence and enhanced value for our readers. Welcome aboard! The Triton reaches over 60,000 yacht crew members, marinas, boatyards, and related establishments across Florida and the Caribbean, as well as in the Mid-Atlantic, New England, and West Coast regions of the United States. Our audience includes yacht crew members in diverse roles from around the world, including Captains, Engineers, Deckhands, and Interior Crew. Our mission is to deliver captivating and informative content to help them thrive in their yachting journeys.

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M/Y Utopia IV Crew Sue Yacht Following Bahamas Collision

1 week ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

Two crewmembers are suing M/Y Utopia IV and Utopia Yachting LLC for Jones Act negligence, unseaworthiness and unpaid maintenance and cure, consequential damages, attorneys’ fees and costs, and punitive damages. While a complaint was issued more than 850 days ago on Nov. 22, 2022, the case has finally made it to trial and is in its closing phases.
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta

1 week ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

CBP released a draft clarifying and correcting misinformation that was said during a seminar at this year’s Palm Beach Boat Show. ... The ACREW Crew Awards return in 2025 to honor the dedication and excellence of superyacht crew worldwide, with nominations opening on March 1. ... Dubai is known for its luxury, innovation, and world-class experiences, but one question often lingers: Can you drink alcohol in Dubai? Yes, you absolutely can! ...
CBP Issues Draft Following Palm Beach Boat Show Seminar

1 week ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

The Marine Industries Association of South Florida invited U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to speak during a seminar at this year’s Palm Beach Boat Show. The audience was invited to ask an officer any questions they had. Unfortunately, the officer sparked confusion with his answers, which spread throughout yachting social media. Following this meeting, several industry stakeholders asked CBP to clarify the information.
NextGen Yachting Forum Returns to Antibes

1 week ago | the-triton.com | Lauren Beck

The NextGen Yachting Forum is set to return to Antibes on April 11, providing aspiring yachting professionals with a unique chance to gain insights from industry leaders. Now in its second edition, the forum aims to equip new crewmembers with expert advice, career guidance, and networking opportunities to help them navigate the yachting industry.
Former Stewardess Opens Crew Recruitment Agency

1 week ago | the-triton.com | Lauren Beck

Chantelle Crofton launched Venture Yacht Crew in January. “Stepping away from life at sea was bittersweet, but the timing felt right,” she said. She spent 15 years as crew, primarily as a chief stewardess, and took on various roles and responsibilities, including refits, new builds, project management, and more. “These experiences have given me a well-rounded understanding of yachting from every angle,” she said.
Inside Motor Yacht Kismet’s Engine Room

2 weeks ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

Triton had the exclusive opportunity to speak with a chief engineer, who preferred to remain anonymous, on board M/Y Kismet about Kismet‘s engine room. From its hybrid propulsion system that includes PTI (power take-in electric motor) and PTO (power take-off generator) to its “Tron corridor,” the chief engineer told Triton all about the 122-meter, Lürssen-built vessel’s cutting-edge engine room. Definitely the Multi-Drive, 100%.
Yacht Crewmember Turned Charter Entrepreneur

2 weeks ago | the-triton.com | Lauren Beck

The skills you acquire throughout life often prove valuable in unexpected ways. For former Bosun Matthew Wood, a childhood spent helping his father, who built narrowboats and did construction, laid the foundation for his own entrepreneurial journey. Teaming up with his business partner, Scott Lewandowski, he built his dream venture — La Caja Miami, a private charter boat — by hand over the course of a year while still working as crew.
Bay Bridge Boat Show

2 weeks ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

Dubai has developed itself into a thriving yachting destination, offering state-of-the-art marinas with top-tier crew facilities included. ... Heesen Yachts, a Dutch shipyard specialized in creating aluminum and steel motor yachts, announced the acquisition of the company by Laurens Last. ... From July 3–7, 1952, the SS United States made its maiden voyage. Now it’s making one last trip — to the bottom of the ocean to serve as an artificial reef. ...
Yacht Crew in Dubai: Cruising the City of Gold

2 weeks ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

From some of the world’s largest artificial islands, buildings, and mega malls, Dubai has transformed from a small fishing village into the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Dubai’s evolution into a global metropolis has attracted many to the city, including yacht owners.
Heesen Yachts Acquired by Laurens Last

2 weeks ago | the-triton.com | Kevin Maher

Heesen Yachts, a Dutch shipyard specialized in creating aluminum and steel motor yachts, announced the full acquisition of the company by Laurens Last, a Dutch entrepreneur and investor. Last manages a portfolio of companies through his TSAL Family Office and is a passionate yachtsman, giving him extensive experience with the yachting lifestyle. “This acquisition is more than investment — it’s a dream,” Last said. “Heesen represents the pinnacle of Dutch engineering and maritime craftsmanship.