Superyacht Savannah earned global admiration not only for her design, but for a culture that kept crew committed, inspired, and growing for more than a decade. In this Forward Watch feature, Josephine De Luca reveals how intentional leadership, owner vision, and strategic investment created one of the industry’s strongest examples of lasting Yacht Crew Culture.

Learn the essential strategies for communicating with yacht owners effectively. Captain James Fiske shares how honesty, composure, and direct communication help captains maintain integrity and authority while managing high-net-worth individuals at sea.

Leadership in yachting is often viewed through the lens of hierarchy and authority. But Captain Dundas, with 18 years in the industry and 12 as a captain, sees it differently. By embracing adaptability, values-driven decision making, and two-way feedback, he has reshaped his command—and found new purpose in the role. His insights reveal how modern leadership can reduce turnover, strengthen crew culture, and bring genuine enjoyment back to the bridge.