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Whether your Superyacht cruises the Mediterranean this season or somewhere else, professional Yacht Agents are sure to enhance the success of your season in a number of ways. With its warm climate, nearly 300 days of sunshine, and 528 miles of beautiful beaches on the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal is the perfect year-round cruising ground. Whilst the nearby Canary Islands also offer a fantastic backdrop when cruising, and plenty of opportunity for exploration on the stunning coastlines. Here, we have compiled a list of the best Superyacht Agents in Portugal and The Canary Islands, all members of the reputable Association of Yacht Support Services (AYSS).
The AYSS team has been providing yacht services to captains and crew since 1991, with offices all over the world. With 71 Superyacht agents, you will always be connected seamlessly from one destination to another, meaning you will never be too far from professional assistance and friendly service.
As part of its commitment to providing guidance and support to vessels and crew at every destination, AYSS agents offer assistance at each of its locations. In addition to providing assistance with your Superyacht’s essential daily needs, AYSS yacht agents can also assist you with visas, cruising permits, port control requirements, suggestions on where to visit and where to discover, and even recommendations on where to dine locally!
The Best Yacht Agents in Portugal
Portugal is a location famed for its stunning white beaches, rich historical culture and unique cuisine. Further, as a well-located transit point between the Mediterranean, Scandinavia and the Baltic, Portugal is perfect for vessels travelling from the Med to Western Europe.
Amundsen Marine Services
In recent years, Amundsen Marine Services, located in Cascais Marina, has become a preferred stopover port for long cruises because of its privileged position.
The company was established in 1997 in order to serve yachting and cruise ships. Since Norwegian shipping interests drew them to Portugal in 1955, the Amundsen family has long been involved in the yachting industry and is well accustomed to the needs and demands of Superyachts.
Their services include but are not limited to:
- Berth reservations
- Bunkering
- Car Rental
- Chandlery
- Crew Assistance
- Floral Supplies
- Freight Forwarding and Warehousing
- Fresh Water Supply
- Pilotage
- Provisions
JFM Shipping LDA
JFM Shipping has agents in the ports of Funchal, Porto Santo and Caniçal on the Madeira Islands. Established in 1888, the company has 135 years of experience in the marine industry and offers all Superyacht services from their professional and highly qualified team.
The agency offer a wide range of services, which include but are not limited to:
- Personal and efficient 24 hour service
- Bunkering
- Fresh water supply
- Tours and Itineraries
- Crew attendance / Repatriations
- Chandlery
- Shore excursions
- Surveys
Mid Atlantic Yacht Services
Located in Horta, in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores, Mid Atlantic Yacht Services has been providing all comprehensive services for visiting yachts, both onboard and ashore since 1992. Horta, is a major seafaring centre and a regular meeting point for yachts and other vessels crossing the Atlantic.
Mid Atlantic Yacht Services offer yachting services such as these:
- Port Clearances In & Out
- General Husbandry
- Fuel Supply
- Provisioning
- Quayside Assistance & Line Handling (Arrival & Departure)
- Concierge Services
- Medical Aid
- Car/Scooter Hire
- Repairs & Technical Services
- EU VAT assistance & payments
The Best Yacht Agents In The Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago off the coast of Morocco and Western Sahara, famous locations include Lanzarote, Las Palmas, Isla Graciosa, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife and El Hierro. With stunning beaches, excellent restaurants and all-year round sun, guests and crew are sure to love these pristine islands. More adventurous guests can also enjoy water sports like windsurfing and scbua diving, as well as hiking routes, cycling routes, rock-climbing and even caving.
With their head office for The Canary Islands located in Las Palmas, but with other locations all over Spain, Incargo S.L has been operating since 1989. Currently the only agency to offer services to Superyachts in Las Palmas and Tenerife, Incargo S.L offer a wealth of knowledge of local services and facilities, a 24-hour service to yachts calling for bunkers, as well as other services.
Their list of yachting services include but are not limited to:
- Car rental
- Corporate, Tax & VAT Services
- Courier & Logistics
- Fuel & Lubricants
- Insurance
- Medical Assistance
- Operational Support
- Provisioning
- Safety & Security
- Surveying
- Technical Support & Refits
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