Charter An Eco Friendly Yacht
Towards Sustainable Yachting
"I think today a green lifestyle is important for everyone. For almost everyone who enjoys quality time at sea, the whole reward is being part of nature, escaping from the material, seeing the world from a whole new perspective. That reward goes hand-in-hand with taking responsibility to all play our part in protecting that very environment.” — Mark Duncan, Fraser's Director of Marketing.
As the marine industry becomes ever more focused on reducing our environmental footprint, Fraser has seen a boost in the popularity of eco-friendly yachts. Superyachts may not be typically known for their sustainable credentials, but as owners’ and charterers’ views change shipbuilders race to accommodate their new preferences, and we have seen this exemplified with the green yachts trend.
WHAT CAN ECO FRIENDLY YACHTS OFFER?
Sailing yachts have always been the typical choice for owners and guests looking to reduce their carbon footprint, and these vessels continue to offer a relaxing and romantic way to explore the world while protecting it. Now, environmentally friendly boats can also be motor powered, using hybrid propulsion engines that combine battery and fuel to lower the impact of the vessel. Some may also come with an Environmental Management Plan, a manual that outlines how to operate the yacht in the most eco-friendly way.
Today’s sustainable yachts are cleverly configured, meaning that none of the traditional superyacht luxuries are compromised. As a guest on a green yacht you may enjoy an onboard garden, not only providing a peaceful place to appreciate nature, but also cultivating organic herbs, spices, and produce that become fresh ingredients for your private chef. Design materials such as teak and animal skins may be replaced by earth-friendly alternatives that provide just as much comfort.
Your onboard crew will also work to make the superyacht as environmentally friendly as possible, reducing single-use plastic by switching bottles for filter tap water and investing in sustainable straws, and choosing cleaning products that don’t harm the planet.
If you would like to discuss chartering a green yacht, please get in touch with one of Fraser’s expert brokers.
