I spent 6 years at sea travelling the world while serving in the Royal Navy (two Frigates and an Aircraft Carrier). But I have been around boats and the sea since I was a kid.
I also spent just under two years volunteering as a coastal crew member in the RNLI (search and rescue) at one of the busiest RNLI stations in the UK.
I LOVE cruising in rough weather (as long as I am on the right vessel!)
I have had a passion for boats/yachts and the sea since I was 9-years-old (31 years ago!). When I was a teenager, I used to read 'Boat International' and I spent many hours daydreaming about life on the water. Anyone who has been to sea, and enjoyed their experience, will confirm that once you are 'hooked' then there is no going back.
I love explorer yachts and trawler yachts and anything that floats on the water. I also love naval architecture and marine engineering & technology. This channel is about sharing my passion with other like-minded seafarers and shipmates :-)
Yacht Buoy
“Never buy a boat that has been used for charter.”
It’s the oldest cliché in the marina bar. The logic seems fairly obvious: Charter boats are the rental cars of the sea, driven by amateurs, beached on sandbars, and repeatedly punished by stag crews. Why would anyone spend serious money on someone else’s wear and tear?
To be honest, I used to agree. But the 2025/26 brokerage data tells a very different and somewhat intriguing story. We’re now in the middle of a supply surge as the major fleets, Moorings, Dream Yacht, Navigare, offload their five-year-old inventory....My latest blog can be found in the comments!
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Yacht Buoy
The MMS 55 Sea Ranger is a one off steel trawler yacht built to commercial standards. At 18.44 metres long with a 7mm steel hull and bilge keels, she is designed for stability, longevity, and long range cruising rather than marina hopping.
She is powered by twin John Deere 4045AFM8 diesels producing 180hp each, with shaft drive in Kort nozzles, keel cooling, hydraulic thrusters, fin stabilisers, and twin generators. Range is approximately 1,500 nautical miles at around 7.5 knots.
She is currently listed for €1.45 million with offers invited.
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Yacht Buoy
In case you missed it, here’s the full walkthrough of the Menorquin 120. She is designed around a semi displacement hull that delivers steady tracking, predictable handling and a comfortable motion at sea. The layout and systems are practical from an owner’s point of view, making her a realistic option for regular cruising. The full video is linked here if you want to watch it through.
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Yacht Buoy
Built as a North Sea fishing cutter and later rebuilt for long range cruising, this steel trawler is all about strength and seakeeping. The heavy displacement hull, deep forefoot, and full working boat proportions give her a calm, predictable motion in rough water, which is exactly what these vessels were designed for. Thick steel plating, commercial grade systems, and simple, proven engineering make her well suited to extended liveaboard use and serious passagemaking rather than marina hopping.
Down below, the machinery reflects that same mindset. A large displacement diesel, dry exhaust, and generous engine room access prioritise reliability, serviceability, and longevity over outright speed. This is the kind of boat that rewards owners who value range, safety, and real offshore capability above all else.
If you would like to check out the full boat tour, head to the link in the comments!
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Yacht Buoy
Doggersbank 1900 “Martina” is now for sale at €2,495,000. A proper steel explorer yacht with a hybrid diesel-electric system, full displacement hull and Dutch craftsmanship throughout. I’ve just written a full article on her for the Substack! Link is in the comments below.
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Yacht Buoy
This is the Hershine 61 Pilothouse! A 2006-built CE Category A trawler yacht, designed for long-range cruising with a GRP displacement hull, hard chines, and long keel. She runs twin Volvo D6 370s, has TRAC digital fin stabilisers, 5,000 litres of diesel, and twin Northern Lights gensets.
Two en suite cabins, six berths, and a setup built for offshore comfort.
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Yacht Buoy
In case you missed it, here’s the full tour of Antonia! A 13.80m steel Dutch trawler with serious long-range cruising capability. What do you think of this boat? Let me know in the comments!
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Yacht Buoy
The 2026 correction is here.
Today’s blog covers what’s happening in the trawler market, what’s really behind the price shifts, and where the best opportunities are right now.
Plus, I’ve shared the negotiation script I’m using in this market.
Link is pinned in the comments.
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Yacht Buoy
Is the era of seller dominance is ending? The 2026 trawler market is rewarding strategic buyers. Blog drops later today: what to buy, where to look, and how to negotiate. Link in comments!
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My latest blog is now live! Link pinned in comments!
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