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Want Professional Yacht Management Built for Excellence?
Why Professional Yacht Management is Essential for Owners You value performance. You appreciate efficiency. And there’s a reason you’ve chosen yachting, not for the obligation, but for the lifestyle it represents. Sometimes you prefer total control, other times you know when to delegate. When both precision and prestige matter, professional yacht management becomes less of...
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Sydney Harbour Cruises Designed for Pure Indulgence
Sydney Harbour Cruises: Your Complete Guide to Private Luxury on the Water You may have found yourself craving more meaningful experiences lately—ones that combine elegance, privacy, and beauty in equal measure. Sometimes you enjoy the vibrance of a crowd, but other times you want space, calm, and refined simplicity. Sydney Harbour cruises offer exactly that—especially...
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Escape Ordinary With a Private Yacht Charter
Autumn Escape: Why a Private Yacht Charter is Perfect for March The changing of seasons often sparks a quiet yearning—for stillness, sophistication, and a setting that offers both privacy and prestige. You’ve likely found yourself toggling between the desire to disconnect and the thrill of indulging in something rare. March offers that opening. And a...
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Make Family Memories with a Private Yacht Charter
Why a Private Yacht Charter is Perfect for School Holidays The Perfect End to the School Holidays The school holidays always seem to fly by. One moment, your children are running out of school gates with excitement, and the next, you’re rushing around buying new uniforms and packing lunchboxes. But before the routine sets in...
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Luxury Yacht Hire Sydney: The Perfect Autumn Escape
Luxury Yacht Hire Sydney: The Ultimate Summer Send-Off Before Autumn Arrives The Perfect Grand Finale to Summer Luxury yacht hire in Sydney is the ultimate way to savour the last golden days of summer. As the season transitions, there’s a fleeting window of opportunity to experience Sydney Harbour in its full summer glory—crystal-clear waters, balmy...
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This Valentine’s Day, Escape on a Private Luxury Yacht
A Valentine’s Day Beyond Compare: Love & Luxury On a Superyacht A Night Where Time Slows and Love Takes Centre Stage The city glows in the distance, its golden lights flickering like tiny beacons against the deep navy of the sky. But here, beyond the hum of Valentine’s Day crowds, the world feels different—quieter, softer,...
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Yacht Cruise: Australia Day Done Right
Australia Day on Sydney Harbour: The Only Way to Celebrate I’ll tell you this—if you’ve never spent Australia Day on a yacht in Sydney Harbour, you haven’t truly lived. I’m not talking about squeezing onto a mate’s fishing boat with a lukewarm esky rattling around. I’m talking about a proper superyacht. The kind that glides...
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Toast to New Year’s Eve on Sydney Harbour’s Finest Yachts
Welcome the New Year with Unmatched Elegance There’s a magic to New Year’s Eve that’s unmatched by any other night of the year—a feeling of anticipation, celebration, and renewal. And nowhere captures this spirit more vividly than Sydney Harbour. Picture this: the city’s skyline illuminated in gold, the Opera House glowing in the distance, and...
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Sydney to Hobart: Where Maritime Legends Are Born!
Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race: The Pinnacle of Maritime Adventure The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race is one of the most celebrated and challenging ocean races in the world. Each year, this iconic event captures the attention of sailors and enthusiasts with its breathtaking start in Sydney Harbour, the treacherous crossing of the Bass Strait,...
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Want to Have the Best Harbour Cruise Ever?
Sydney Harbour Cruises: Explore the Ultimate Luxury Experience Sydney Harbour Cruises offer a breathtaking way to explore one of the most iconic harbours in the world. Imagine gliding past the Sydney Opera House, under the Harbour Bridge, and along the sparkling waters as the city’s landmarks come alive before your eyes. Whether it’s a romantic...
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Host Your Dream Christmas Party Aboard a Yacht
Celebrate Christmas Parties in Style on Sydney Harbour Christmas Parties on Sydney Harbour are the epitome of festive luxury, offering a truly magical way to celebrate the season. Picture yourself cruising past Sydney’s iconic landmarks—the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and glittering skyline—while enjoying the warm summer breeze and vibrant atmosphere of a yacht celebration. At...
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A Luxury Yacht Christmas Party That Changed Everything
A Luxury Yacht Christmas Party That Transformed Minds The sea was calm, mirroring the golden lights of Sydney’s skyline. As the sleek yacht glided through the harbour, a quiet sense of awe settled over the group onboard. This wasn’t just any gathering—it was a Luxury Yacht Christmas Party, the kind of celebration that transformed a...
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Why Hiring a Superyacht Is the Key to Living the Dream
Why Hiring a Superyacht Is the Key to Living the Dream There’s a moment when you step onto the deck of a superyacht, and it hits you—the world looks different from out here. It’s not just the ocean stretching endlessly around you or the skyline of a famous city shimmering in the distance. It’s the...
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The Most Comprehensive Guide to Superyachts
The Most Comprehensive Guide to Superyachts A superyacht is the pinnacle of luxury on the water, offering elite travellers the ultimate in opulence, privacy, and freedom. These extraordinary vessels, typically exceeding 100 feet in length, are custom-built to provide lavish amenities, from private pools and helipads to cinemas and state-of-the-art technology. superyachts represent more than...
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Yacht Detailing VS Boat Detailing And Restoration
Yacht Detailing VS Boat Detailing And Restoration Understanding Yacht and Boat Detailing Yacht detailing and boat detailing are essential practices for maintaining the aesthetics and functionality of these prized possessions. Whether you own a luxury yacht or a smaller boat, regular detailing ensures that your vessel remains in top condition, prolonging its life and enhancing...
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Yacht For Sale? How To Sell Your Yacht in The Modern World of The Internet Putting a “Yacht For Sale” sign on your yacht is about as effective as a message in a bottle when selling a yacht these days. Selling a yacht can be daunting, especially in today’s noisy digital age, where even the...
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Greenpeace Unveils Oceania for The Australia Pacific Water
Greenpeace Oceania Refit Greenpeace has proudly unveiled its first vessel dedicated to campaigning in Australia-Pacific waters in a jubilant naming ceremony at The Boat Works in Gold Coast, Queensland. The relaunch of the 24-meter ketch, Oceania, a cruising vessel meticulously refit for the specific purpose of environmental campaigning, was held Monday, 15 July 2024, at...
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The Wharf Welcomes Prestigious Yachting Experts!
The Wharf Welcomes Prestigious Yachting Experts “The Wharf” is the latest development at The Boat Works, architecturally designed, premium office premises that will accommodate up to eight yachting businesses in the heart of the superyacht facility. The state-of-the-art new offices have welcomed the country’s most recognised brands, including Selene Yachts, Horizon Yacht Australia, Pantaenius Insurance,...
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The Wharf Welcomes Chapman Yachting at The Boat Works
The Wharf Welcomes Prestigious Yachting Experts at The Boat Works The Wharf is the latest development at The Boat Works, featuring architecturally designed, premium office premises that will accommodate Chapman Yachting and other yachting businesses in the heart of this renowned superyacht facility. This state-of-the-art space enhances the exceptional services and offerings at The Boat...
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Yacht Management in the Gold Coast
Yacht Management at The Gold Coast The allure of yachting on the Gold Coast is undeniable, but maintaining yachts to perfection requires expertise and dedication. Chapman Yachting, a leader in luxury yacht management, provides comprehensive services that ensure a seamless and enjoyable yachting experience. Professional yacht management is essential for maintaining your yacht’s safety, value,...
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An Essential Guide To Antifouling by Chapman Yachting
An Essential Guide To Antifouling by Chapman Yachting Antifouling is a crucial aspect of yacht maintenance that significantly impacts the performance and longevity of your vessel. In the bustling yachting hub of the Gold Coast, ensuring your yacht is well-protected against marine growth is paramount. This guide delves into the essentials of antifouling, its benefits,...
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At the 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Ocean spoke with Cooper Chapman, Founder and CEO of the full-service agency Chapman Yachting. During the wide-ranging conversation, Chapman discusses his group’s multi-faceted expertise in all areas, including refit, maintenance and service, yacht management, charter, crewing and buying/selling vessels. Cooper also revealed the business will soon add a Queensland...
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Refits generally result in remarkable transformations, states Jeni Bone, but few are as immediately impressive as the metamorphosis of Shadow. My first impression of Shadow was the stunning lines,” begins Darren Harvey. “I’m not a fan of the bulky bows on modern superyachts, and Shadow looked sleek and sexy on the water. I never liked...
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The recent refit of 100-foot (30-metre) luxury charter yacht, Shadow, is just one of several refit projects Chapman has lined up at The Boat Works on Queensland’s Gold Coast in 2024. Chapman will soon make The Boat Works its refit and yacht refit headquarters also including antifouling and detailing services, taking up occupancy in boutique...
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Sydney International Boat Show 2023
The Sydney International Boat Show 2023 will be on from 3-6 August. Our sister company, Chapman Marine Group will be there exhibiting some of their amazing vessels! Sydney Boat Show 2023 Dates The Sydney Boat Show will be hosted in Darling Harbour from 3-6 August 2023 and will feature fishing masterclasses, as well as a...
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Exclusive Interview Podcast by The Boat Princess
In this episode, the host engages in a chat with one of the owner’s of Chapman Yachting, Debbie Leenderts. They are renowned for being the most revolutionary and customer-centric yacht hire agency Sydney has to offer. Luxury boats and super yachts serve as the vessels through which valuable relationships and personally-tailored experiences are created. Debbie...
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Industry Update
2023 Superyacht Australia Soiree serves up a sensational Showcase
Superyacht Australia, the peak body for the Australian Superyacht industry, hosted the fourth annual Superyacht Soiree in partnership with Benetti Yachts at Jones Bay Marina last Saturday, 11 March and welcomed a record number of participating vessels, sponsors and guests. First introduced in 2020 to commemorate the passing of the Special Recreational Vessel (SRV) Act...
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360-degree Yachting Expertise – Superyacht Australia
Chapman Yachting has celebrated its expansion into freshly-refurbished headquarters and the company’s official re-branding with a function for clients and colleagues that embodied its full-service offering. Managing Director, Cooper Chapman and his team hosted 150 guests at their boutique, second-floor premises within Sydney Superyacht Marina for an event that showcased all facets of the business:...
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Chapman Yachting celebrates Sydney expansion following rebrand
Chapman Yachting, formerly Chapman Yacht Management, has celebrated the move to its revamped Sydney headquarters following an official rebrand and relaunch this year. Founder and managing director, Cooper Chapman, and his team hosted 150 guests at the site in Sydney Superyacht Marina and used the opportunity to showcase the business’ multitude of offerings from yacht...
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Chapman Yachting flying high in 2023
Chapman Yachting has marked its rebranding and headquarters overhaul with a lavish event in Sydney. Some 150 guests gathered at the Sydney Superyacht Marina to mark the occasion. Managing Director Cooper Chapman hosted the event, which featured a Bell 429 helicopter, prestige automobiles, several superyachts and the Majesty 105, LEGACY, which has recently taken on...
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Chapman Yachting has celebrated its expansion into freshly-refurbished headquarters and the company’s official re-branding with a function for clients and colleagues that embodied its full-service offering. Managing Director, Cooper Chapman and his team hosted 150 guests at their boutique, second-floor premises within Sydney Superyacht Marina for an event that showcased all facets of the business:...
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Industry Update
Chapman Yachting has celebrated its expansion
Chapman Yachting has celebrated its expansion and the company’s official rebranding with a function that embodied its full-service offering. Chapman Yachting has celebrated freshly refurbished headquarters and rebranding with a major event to demonstrate its full complement of services. Managing Director Cooper Chapman and his team hosted 150 guests at their boutique, second-floor premises within...
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Built from a family heritage and founded by Cooper Chapman, Chapman Yachting is Australia’s leading, full-service, in-house yachting company. Discover over 50 years of Australian yachting experience from the wider Chapman network and services that cover all aspects of the industry, including Yacht Management and Service, Yacht Sales, Yacht Hire and Crew Recruitment.
