Bigger boats, dedicated crews, and a five-star culinary experience.
Are you a yacht owner?
Above Deck Clearing is a market leader in charter yacht clearing. With our industry expertise, marketing capabilities, and operational excellence, we work tirelessly for our owners to maximise the value of their yachts and ensure their yachts are taken care of.
Not an owner yet? We can help you every step of the way so that your yacht is well-equipped and crewed to become an award-winning charter yacht.​
The Above Deck Difference
Putting a boat into charter can be a stressful undertaking. With Above Deck, you can rest easy knowing your yacht is in the most capable hands to make your boat stand out from the crowd.
Extensive Industry Experience
We're a team made up of previous yacht Captains and Chefs that have chartered around the globe with a combined 18+ years of yachting experience. Our wealth of experience and knowledge in every aspect of chartering has given us the best practices necessary to continue to be industry leaders.
Quality Boutique Service
We are deliberate about how we grow and who we growth to ensure that our hight quality of service for each of our owners. We take a personalized, hands-on approach to our yachts to ensure our owners' peace of mind during the charter season. We don't cookie cutter your yacht like large management companies, we work with you every step of the way to create your yacht's unique brand.
Global Marketing Reach
Above Deck's presence in US and Europe allows your yacht to access our global broker network. These brokers combined with our in house brokerage and marketing team means more bookings for your yacht. Using the latest marketing technology, we put your yacht in position to achieve its financial goals.
Transparent Professionalism
Honesty and transparency is cornerstone of everything we do here at Above Deck. You will always have direct access to our team, and all of the yacht's charter and financial details. We take pride in the strong relationships we build with all of the owners, crew, guests, and brokers that we work with and it is one of the main reasons they all speak so kindly of us and recommend working with Above Deck.
Fleet Spotlight
We're a small, boutique business that carefully handpicks our yachts, and owners, to make sure we build enjoyable, trusting, and fruitful partnerships. Learn more about some of our yachts.
Our yacht's owners are proud to be a part of the Above Deck story and, thanks to them, we've successfully proven to be one of the best Clearing Houses in the charter industry.
“Partnering with Above Deck has made my ownership experience completely stress-free. They handle every detail, so I can enjoy the rewards without the hassle."
Kay - Kayachtic's owner
“Thanks to Above Deck, my yacht has never done so well as a charter yacht. Not only have they helped keep the yacht ship-shape, but they've also increased my charter bookings. Thanks to the team at Above Deck, I've significantly boosted my charter revenue this season."
Bill - Escapade's owner
6x
Cost Savings
In annual fees in comparison to standard yacht charter management companies. We offer tailoured packages, ranging from 3-5% of Charter Revenues. No charters, no fees! It's as simple as that.
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We're confident in what we offer, and how we do things, and we're able to tailour our packagaes to suit your needs as a dedicated yacht owner.
3x
Increase in Charter Bookings
We took Escapade on in April 2024, with 3 charters on the books. Since April, we've worked hard to secure Escapade another 10 charters*. Through our expansive marketing network, we continue to book our fleet more charters, and we know that what we do, works!
(*as of September 2024).
Our Capabilities
Our expertise covers every aspect of yacht charter management and we offer a full suite of services designed to streamline your yacht’s operations and maximise returns
01.
Charter Operations
Day to Day Charter Logistics
Charter Calendar Management​
Charter Document Management
02.
Yacht Listing & Branding
Central Agent Listing Management
Photography and Video Content
Branding and Interior Design
03.
Crew Placement
Global Crew Source Network
Vetting and Interviewing
Crew Retention Strategies
04.
Market Analysis & Business Strategy
Charter Market Research
Geographic and Selection
Pricing Analysis
Market Positioning Strategy
05.
Marketing Strategy & Execution
Extensive Global Broker Network
Brochures & Digital Marketing Materials
Outbound Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
06.
Financial Reporting & Management
Escrow Fund Management
Financial Reporting
Charter Accounting