Guides
Technical articles and buyer guides
Field notes, not marketing copy — these guides are written from real surveys carried out in Turkish waters.
21 October 2026
How to Choose a Yacht Surveyor in Turkey: 10 Questions to Ask
There is no official licence for yacht surveyors in Turkey. So the choice is made not on a name but on four things; training, independence, instruments and the report. Ten questions to ask.
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10 September 2026
UK Flag Registration from Turkey, Step by Step (Part I)
How does a yacht owner based in Turkey move to the British flag? Nine steps from the decision to the certificate, with who does what at each step and how long it takes.
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17 July 2026
Why Moisture Testing Matters on a GRP Hull
A fibreglass hull's health report is written in its moisture readings. Taking the measurement correctly is what separates a false alarm from a real risk.
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16 July 2026
What Determines a Yacht Survey Fee?
Why survey fees vary, and why the cheap survey often costs the most. A surveyor's own account of what sits behind the number.
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5 July 2026
Osmosis in Yachts: Signs, Measurement and Impact on Value
From the first blister under the antifoul to the negotiating table: how osmosis is recognised, measured and priced into a used yacht.
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