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"There is no second shift" perfectly summarises the growing challenge in the yachting industry: balancing unlimited guest expectations with limited crew resources. As yachts get smaller, the ability to deliver exceptional experiences while adhering to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) becomes increasingly difficult. Even on larger yachts, extended guest occupancy and short turnaround times strain compliance with work and rest regulations.

An Update From The Bridge - an article written by the Captain's Committee of the ISS.

The PYA’s mission is “to represent the interests of Professional Yacht Crew and to encourage and maintain the highest professional standards”.

For this reason, we have been talking with Captains and crew in the yachting industry to better understand some of the current issues we are facing: