RUPERT HOLMES ON SMOOTH HANDOVERS: OWNERS' ADVICE AND AVOIDING PROBLEMS WITH NEW YACHTS.

The article focuses on the challenges and solutions surrounding the handover process of new yachts, addressing issues ranging from minor snags to more severe structural problems. Topics include the handover procedures and quality control measures implemented by various yacht manufacturers, the role of surveyors in identifying defects, and the regulatory landscape governing yacht construction and certification.