Boatsters Black has participated in the 33rd MYBA Charter Show! The past years were transitional for many key players in the super yacht luxury market, and now we brought it on during this vibrant event in Marina Port Vell Barcelona.
The event took place from Monday 24 April to Thursday 27 April 2023, and more than 1000 people, exhibitors and brokers attended, together with 600+ crews & captains, showing over 60 yachts.

The MYBA Charter Show
As a Professional Trade Show, the MYBA Charter Show, with its long history and dedication to quality, is a business occasion and a true celebration of yachting. It brings together the world’s leading luxury charter professionals and provides them with the opportunity to appraise some of the finest yachts available for charter, meet with captains and crew, and explore an exceptional array of ancillary services.
With a captivating fleet of luxury yachts on display, our brokers Josh Cripps and David Ramljak were able to step aboard and experience first-hand the opulence and sophistication of the magnificent vessels showcased at the event. The show provided the perfect platform for brokers to gather information on behalf of their clients, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and expertise required to provide the highest level of service.

We presented one of our latest CA members: The Heerlijckheid Moonen Yacht ‘97
The Boatsters Black Central Agency Manager, Nerma Hecimovic, made an impressive debut with their exhibit of MY Heerlijckheid.
This Dutch pedigree gentleman’s motor yacht, built by Moonen and delivered in 2010, has been built to the highest industry standards. Throughout the year’s updates have kept her in perfect condition. Her voluminous Hamptons beach house interior provides room for up to nine guests in four cabins, and is equipped throughout with Creston iPad controls, Sonos & Apple TV. The vessel is carefully maintained by her crew of four, comprising her long-standing captain (9 years) and first mate (6 years). Her steel hull, flared bow, and relatively low center of gravity in combination with her zero-speed stabilisers makes her extremely comfortable at sea and anchor. With an efficient hull & drivetrain, she has a low fuel consumption of just 65l/h at 9.5kts, giving her a trans-Atlantic range, which makes her a true world cruising yacht.
The team was thrilled to receive positive feedback from other brokers in the industry who were impressed with the yacht’s level of luxury and comfort at an affordable price point.

Magical Brokers Lunch on board Heerlijckheid
The broker’s lunch for a select few brokers on board M/Y HEERLIJCKHEID has been nothing but a magical experience with the mouth-watering food prepared by Chef Olivia. Stewardess Nikita accompanied the service with exceptional wine pairings. The feedback was mind-blowing:
“Wow what a treat it was to experience Olivia’s food! She is not only very talented but so passionate about her food as well. The presentation of all the courses was fantastic and she was able to adapt the menu to my intolerances perfectly. The food was delicious, and it was refreshing to not have the same old courses you often try at yacht shows. The yacht and lunch exceeded all my expectations!”

The Heerlijckheid chef, Olivia Smith, got 3rd place at the MYBA Chefs Competition
But it isn’t all yacht viewing; MYBA also organises the Chefs’ Competition which challenges the very highly talented charter yacht chefs by asking them to create a guest dinner party using as much foraged fare as they can in a starter course, main course and dessert course.
HEERLIJCKHEID participated with her chef Olivia Smith, who got 3rd place in the MYBA competition. Olivia’s passion and expertise make a significant difference in the experience of their guests.
Each chef was allowed 35 minutes to serve their 3-course dinner party to the panel of Michelin-starred chef judges.

In conclusion, the 2023 MYBA Charter Show was a celebration of yachting, bringing together the best in the industry to showcase their talents and services. Boatsters Black made a strong debut with their exhibit of MY Heerlijckheid, and our team’s dedication to exceptional service and cuisine was recognized with their chef’s win in the competition. The show provided valuable insights and opportunities for industry professionals and exceeded expectations with its captivating fleet of luxury yachts.