Yacht representation & consultancy
services provided
Yacht Consultancy
New Build, Refit & Management.
Comprehensive and meticulous end-to-end advice and guidance for complex projects and Yacht operations.
- Identifying Shipyards, establishing roles & relationships
- Guidance on technical specifications & tendering
- Contract negotiation & project planning
- Site supervision & quality/regulatory control
- Budget, cost monitoring & change management
- Yacht Management Structure & Crew Recruitment
- Sea trial oversight & delivery coordination/protocol
Pre-Purchase Support.
Expert insight & seamless service, allowing the Principal to enjoy a fulfilling & unique experience.
- Yacht selection advice & based on knowledge and research
- Setting up owning entities/corporate structures
- Industry knowledge, insight & information
- Pre-purchase inspections
- Technical due diligence
- Budget forecasting & refit planning
- Survey & sea trial attendance
Owner Representation
Objective.
Acting as a trusted & integral liaison, representing the Principals interests in all dealings and ensuring the owner’s vision & ethos is translated accurately & upheld.
- Communication Gatekeeper, maintaining relevance
- Protecting the Owners asset
- All aspects of Yacht Operations
- Shipyards & refit yards
- Liaising with Naval architects & designers
- Surveyors, flag, and class authorities
- Contractors, suppliers & crew
- Legal, financial, and insurance entities
- Charter, scheduling, fiscal & contracts
- Itinerary, planning and cruising guidance
Quality assurance, and budget control, while keeping the owner’s best interests paramount.
Yacht Operations & Management
Technical Advice & Management.
- Regulatory compliance (IMO, ISM, MLC, MARPOL)
- Safety management systems (SMS)
- Crewing structure & HR management (MLC)
- Payment solutions
- Fuel efficiency & emissions strategy
- AV/IT, bridge, and engineering systems review
- Annual review and forecasting
Sustainability & Innovation
- Hybrid propulsion & alternative energy systems
- Emissions compliance planning (EEXI, CII)
- Eco-refit strategy & materials consulting
- Green certification support
Providing a timely, on-budget delivery & operations with no compromises on quality or intent.
Expertise
Providing a discreet, trustworthy and bespoke service that remains loyal to the Owner and their team. Offers valuable insight to help make accurate & informed decisions at the right time, from managing and overseeing New Build or refit Projects, to guidance with Yacht management, operations, Crew recruitment and assisting with global cruising itineraries, charter scheduling & marketing.
FDM strives to create a platform for an enduring and professional relationship built on earned trust, reputation, expertise and efficiency, gained from over 25 years of experience. Focusing on protecting your investment but equally ensures it is an enjoyable experience.
Offering reliable, in-depth knowledge of the intricacies of buying and selling Yachts. Combined with expert lawyers, FDM ensures every purchase or sale is smooth, efficient and informative allowing you to make the most optimal decision.
Why Choose FDM?
Provides tailored yacht representation and consultancy services to owners - delivering with transparency, clarity, control, and confidence at every stage of your yachting journey.
FDM has a wealth of experience of onboard and shoreside expertise
Direct experience operationally as Captain, Owners Representative, and Project Manager on new builds and refits
Delivers informed, strategic guidance to support sound decision-making to avoid costly mistakes.
Independent, owner-focused perspective
Proven track record with HNW and UHNW clients
About
Fabian Dudley-Martin grew up with a boatyard & sailing environment in England. He has been a Captain and Owners representative for many years in the superyacht industry.
His personal objective in this industry is to provide a safe, professional and quality service to create an environment where the owner and guests enjoy their yachting experience, and where he can offer his wealth of experience & knowledge to maintain a tailored, seamless and efficient operation.
He approaches every challenge in a calm and level-headed fashion & excels in finding solutions.
In his leisure time he enjoys, Skiing, Sailing, Swimming, motorsports, Rugby and literature.
P: +44(0)7923150376
References
Owners Team
Family Office
Family Office
"Fabian proved himself to be an invaluable asset to her Owner and management company, achieving a high standard of professionalism & skill in his role as Captain. His consistent performance, resulted in a high level of praise & distinction resulting in multiple “repeat clients” as well as satisfaction for the Owner"
Family Office
Family Office
Family Office
"Fabian is reliable, loyal, discrete & Integral.
He has a broad range of experience, knowledge and resourcefulness. He intuitively understands what is required from him, adapting in every situation, achieving it safely, effectively and with a positive “can do” attitude".
Owner
Family Office
Owner
" Fabian delivered a very high standard of service & exceled in his position over a period of many years. He oversaw my fleet operations successfully from build projects, to global cruising, and handled multiple significant refit periods efficiently, with good financial planning and sound guidance"