Anchored in: January
Welcome back to our monthly round up and another edition of Anchored In, where we share our latest company and client successes, updates, and schedules, as well as give you a little insight into what is coming up for us and the industry.?
Although 2025 is truly underway, we’d still like to take this chance to wish you a Happy New Year and prosperous 2025!
So, here is the latest from us...
Recent News
End of Year Newsletter
Closing off a successful year for the Peters & May business, we release our End of Year Newsletter. With a personal message from our CEO, roundups from each department, and reflections on 2024 milestones, it’s an insightful read and will give you an idea of just how hard-working and dedicated our team has consistently been. It’s thanks to them that we have news to bring you every month.
Click below to read the newsletter.
Cheers to 20 Years with the WCC!
With much of our efforts and support dedicated to the racing community, 2025 marks a big milestone for us – celebrating 20 years of partnership with the World Cruising Club Ltd , supporting the ARC.
With a large team representing Peters & May attending boot Düsseldorf this week, where else better to celebrate than at the world’s largest watersport show?
Gathering around the WCC stand on Tuesday 21st January, our team were joined by participants, show visitors, media, and general supporters of the club. It was a great opportunity for all to share fond memories and stories, and continue the camaraderie so very well associated with the racing community.
Recent Shipments
No Slow Seas This Christmas
While most of us enjoyed some down time over the festive period, our loadmasters and operations team continued to work non-stop to ensure all shipments were kept as planned and on schedule.
With shipments spanning Florida, the Med, and the Far East, our team really were working hard around the clock and around the world.
250-Tonne Multi-Cat Workboat on its Way to Dubai
The 250-tonne Multicat workboat, Maggie M, is safely loaded and heading for pastures new in Abu Dhabi. Loaded via a precise tandem lift at the port of Rotterdam onto LILA MUMABI, the team were able to ensure optimal stability and safety for every step of the operation.
Sunreef 70: Happy customers are Return Customers!?
After the very successful shipment of this stunning Sunreef70 - thanks to our expert loadmasters and operations team, the client has already signed up to ship their yacht further afield with us. While this journey took them southbound from the Med, their next voyage eyes up the Far East.
Thank you for trusting us!?
View the social media post below for its loading and unloading in action.?
Delivering Racing Excellence to Fort Lauderdale
Last month we loaded not one, but four J70’s on board our transatlantic sailing vessel, the Nordic Kylie.
Known for its perfect combination of accessible design and unquestionable performance, the J70’s are one of the most widely distributed yachts in the world with more than 50 currently sailing British waters.
See our social media post below for the loading in action.
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Racing updates
Winner of 10th Vendee Globe sets new record
Arriving in Les Sables last week, in a record breaking time of 64 days, 19 hours, 22 minutes, and 49 seconds, Charlie Dalin not only won the ????????????? ?????????? 2024-25, he also exceed the last record, set in 2016, by an impressive 9 days, 8 hours, 12 minutes, and 57 seconds.
Events
?boot Düsseldorf
Boot Düsseldorf has long been a key event in the marine industry calendar for Peters & May. With our CEO, Simon Judson, attending alongside our Sales, Leisure, and Commercial teams, the 2025 show proved to be another resounding success. It provided an invaluable platform to connect with our clients and partners to discuss their yacht transportation needs, as well connect with other industry professionals.?
“Meeting with our clients in person is incredibly valuable - it allows us to truly understand their needs, build trust and a genuine rapport with them, all of which are all at the heart of everything we do,” says Kristina Webster, Global Sales and Marketing Manager.
“This year’s boot Düsseldorf was particularly special for us. With our partners, the World Cruising Club, exhibiting at the show, it was the perfect opportunity to celebrate our 20th year of collaboration and continued support of the ARC.”
Upcoming News
On the Road to Environmental Stewardship with Planet Mark
In 2023, we proudly announced our partnership with Planet Mark, a leading organisation dedicated to sustainability and carbon reduction. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship. It aligns with our goal not only to comply with the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) but also to position ourselves as leaders in sustainable shipping practices.
As part of this partnership, we have undertaken a thorough analysis of our operations at Peters & May, identifying key opportunities for further sustainability improvements. Stay tuned for more updates on our progress and exciting developments from this collaboration in the months ahead.
Upcoming Events
Miami International Boat Show
You can catch us next month at the Miami International Show. From the 12th - 16th February, we’ll have a team of our experts at the show, ready to see the vast array of pleasure boats and mega yachts that will be on show, learning the latest innovations and sustainability initiatives.?
Email us on [email protected] to meet us and explore your yacht shipping options.?
Dubai International Boat Show
One of the largest marine and luxury lifestyle shows in the region returns this year for its 31st edition and we will have a team there on hand for all your shipping enquiries.
Email us on [email protected] to set up a one-to-one with our experts at the show.
About Peters & May
With a legacy spanning over five decades, Peters & May is a leader in international logistics, specialising in the global transport of commercial and private vessels, as well as a wide range of cargo by air, land, and sea. The company provides tailored solutions to clients worldwide, offering expertise across all facets of marine transportation.
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