Sell with confidence: we accelerate your sale through expert pricing, standout presentation, and easy buyer access.
Buy with advantage: choose an existing yacht for immediate availability and lower cost vs. a new build – the entire purchase can complete in as little as a month, with negotiations unlocking additional savings.
At Luxcenture, we keep this simple: we pair discreet, white-glove advisory with a powerhouse brokerage partner to deliver outcomes – fast sales and smart purchases – without the noise.
Buying an existing yacht means immediate availability and lower cost versus commissioning a new build, with transactions that can complete in as little as one month – and room for savings at the negotiation table. Many brokerage yachts also come with a proven track record and charter history, and you can tailor them via refit to your taste – faster and more cost-efficient than starting from scratch.
How we add value: we curate a short-list, arrange inspections, steer surveys/sea trials, and manage contracts, tax/flag considerations, and closing – so your energy goes into choosing the right yacht, not chasing paperwork.
Three things decide your result: pricing, presentation, and accessibility. We price with market data, stage the yacht “through a buyer’s and surveyor’s eyes,” and remove friction for qualified viewings. Those are the levers that shorten time on market and protect value.
How we add value: we coordinate pre-showing works and media, open targeted channels to serious buyers, and keep momentum from first enquiry through survey and completion – confidentially and efficiently.
✓Discretion + reach: your name stays private; your yacht doesn’t.
✓Fewer, better options: we filter aggressively, saving you time.
✓Execution focus: clean contracts, smooth logistics, disciplined timelines.
If you’re considering a sale or exploring what to buy next, we will personally quarterback the process and put the right specialists on every step.
Contact us today to discuss your needs and start your journey toward owning your dream yacht.
A broker sources suitable yachts, arranges viewings, supports negotiation, coordinates surveys and sea trials, and manages the transaction workflow through closing. The role is to protect your interests with structured documentation, timeline control, and vetted counterparties. In off-market cases, access and discretion are also key.
Typical steps include: brief and shortlist, offer/LOI, contract, deposit, survey and sea trial, negotiation of findings, documentation and compliance checks, and final closing with title transfer. Timelines vary by jurisdiction, yacht condition, and complexity. Luxcenture runs this as a controlled project with clear milestones.
Newbuild offers customization, warranty, and a defined spec—often with longer lead times and higher capex. Pre-owned can provide faster delivery and better value, but requires careful technical and legal due diligence. The right choice depends on use-case, timing, and your appetite for risk and customization.
A survey is an independent technical inspection of the yacht, often paired with a sea trial. It identifies structural, mechanical, and operational issues and forms the basis for renegotiation or remediation. For high-value yachts, survey quality is a primary risk-control mechanism.
We coordinate with specialized maritime legal partners to confirm ownership, registration status, encumbrances, VAT/tax position where relevant, and compliance documentation. This reduces the risk of hidden liabilities. Documentation readiness is critical for a clean closing.
Pricing is driven by comparable sales, condition, maintenance history, refit needs, and market demand. Survey findings often create the decisive negotiation leverage. We use a fact-based approach to protect value and avoid overpaying in thin markets.
Typical cost categories include crew, maintenance, insurance, berthing, fuel, management, and periodic refits. A practical planning rule is to budget an annual operating range aligned with yacht size and usage intensity. We provide a structured cost overview before you commit.
Yes—off-market opportunities exist when owners value discretion or when a yacht is offered selectively within trusted networks. Access usually requires qualification and controlled disclosure. Luxcenture can source discreet opportunities in addition to public listings.
A straightforward brokerage purchase can complete within weeks, while complex deals involving refits, multiple jurisdictions, or financing can take longer. Survey scheduling and documentation are frequent time drivers. Clear project management materially reduces delays.
Yes—secure payment handling is standard in yacht transactions, typically using escrow structures coordinated with maritime legal counsel. This protects both buyer and seller during deposits and final settlement. We ensure payment steps match contractual milestones.
