Salty Air

29/06/2026

Sole Chef Wanted — Private Catamaran | Mediterranean Season 2026
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sole Chef to join the crew of a private luxury catamaran operating throughout the Mediterranean.
About the Vessel�Our catamaran operates primarily in Sardinia, South France, and Malta, with a potential Turkey leg at the end of season. The yacht accommodates up to 8 guests with a crew of 4. We operate as a private yacht with occasional MYBA charter.

Contract Details
* Start date: 13 July
* End date: end of October (with possibility of extension)
* Maltese employment contract with full insurance coverage

We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Good working conditions on a well-maintained vessel

Your Responsibilities
* Full ownership of the galley — menu planning, cooking, and presentation
* Provisioning management and budget tracking
* Remote communication with guests prior to embarkation to accommodate preferences and dietary requirements
* Maintaining high service standards throughout charter and private use

Requirements
* Previous experience as a sole chef on yachts (references required)
* Valid STCW certification
* Strong communication skills in English (Italian is a plus)
* Ability to work independently and manage provisioning remotely
* Valid driving licence
* Flexibility, professionalism, and a passion for hospitality at sea

Interested candidates, please send your CV to: [email protected]

01/05/2026

ATLANTYK NA SILNIKU — Lagoon 78 Hull 11
Nie wiem, który to już raz przepływam Atlantyk, przestałem liczyć. Ale jedno wiem na pewno: po raz pierwszy zrobiłem to na katamaranie motorowym, tam i z powrotem. I to na Lagoonie 78 Hull 11 — ostatnim egzemplarzu z tej serii.

-- Silniki John Deere — pozytywne zaskoczenie
Nigdy wcześniej nie miałem do czynienia z marką John Deere w zastosowaniu morskim. Dwa silniki po 580 KM (429 kW) pracują z niezwykłą kulturą — przy zaledwie 900 RPM jacht płynie spokojnie 8,5 węzła. Ekonomicznie, cicho, bez stresu. Spalanie w rejsie oceanicznym to 25–30 L/h przy 8–9 węzłach, w zależności od załadowania i warunków.

-- Dwa crossingi — tam i z powrotem
Jesienią popłynąłem z Mindelo (Cabo Verde) na Gwadelupę — wyłącznie na standardowych zbiornikach, bez dolewki. Na rejs powrotny z Karaibów na Maderę zabrałem dwa dodatkowe zbiorniki po 1000 L na burtę, co dało łącznie 10 500 L paliwa. Do Madery dotarłem z około 800 litrami w bakach.

----- Kilka liczb :
→ Zasięg rzeczywisty: ~3 000 NM (producent podaje 4 000 — nie zgadzam się z tym)
→ Zbiorniki standardowe: 8 500 L
→ Prędkość cruisingowa: 8,5 kn przy ~900 RPM

---- Następca —— Model 83 to trochę więcej niż face-lift — choć bazuje na sprawdzonej platformie 78-ki, wprowadzono kilka istotnych zmian. Podnośnik pontonu został przeprojektowany i powiększony, co znacznie ułatwia obsługę pontonu.Zrezygnowano z kanapy na rufie co spowodowało wrażenie otwartej pzestrzeni. Powiększono również okna salonowe, dzięki czemu salon sprawia wrażenie wyższego i bardziej przestronnego , więcej światła wszędzie.
To właśnie takie detale robią różnicę. Lagoon to rozumie i widać to w każdej kolejnej generacji tych jachtów. Pracuję na nich od lat i widzę, jak konkurencja nieustannie depcze im po piętach, a mimo to marka wciąż wyznacza standardy. I myślę, że nie jest to przypadek.

🏆 Historyczny moment
O ile mi wiadomo — jest to pierwszy crossing Lagoon 78 z Zachodu na Wschód, wyłącznie na własnym napędzie silnikowym. 👏 Bravo, Marcin!
Czy tym jachtem można opłynąć świat? Bez wahania: TAK.

❤️ Podziękowania dla załogi
Rejs transatlantycki to nie tylko jacht i silniki — to przede wszystkim ludzie. Chcę podziękować mojej załodze, która przez cały czas spisała się wyśmienicie. Wasza profesja, zaangażowanie i dobry humor na środku oceanu sprawiły, że ten rejs był czymś wyjątkowym. Jesteście najlepsi ,wielkie dzięki! 🙏⚓

15/04/2026

⚓ Salty Air | Marine Consulting & Surveying

Buying or selling a yacht is a big decision — it deserves expert eyes and an independent opinion.

With extensive hands-on experience with luxury sailing yachts and catamarans worldwide, I offer professional surveying and consulting services tailored to private owners, dealers, and charter companies.

🔍 What I do:

✅ Pre-purchase surveys — know exactly what you're buying before you commit
✅ Yacht valuation — accurate, independent market assessments
✅ Damage & insurance surveys — objective reports for insurers and legal proceedings
✅ Technical & condition reports — structural integrity, systems, seaworthiness
✅ Buyer representation & advisory — independent guidance through the entire buying process
✅ Dealer & shipyard cooperation — quality control, acceptance inspections, new owner handovers
✅ Yacht outfitting & crew selection — we help you equip your vessel and build the right team

Whatever your challenge — I'm here to solve it.

📩 Not sure which service you need? Get in touch — I'll guide you to the right solution.

🌐 www.saltyair.info 📧 [email protected] 📱 +48 602 782 079

21/03/2026

A few days ago, the new Lagoon 83 was unveiled in Bordeaux. As a specialist in this field ,having worked and still working on large Lagoon catamarans.I have my own perspective on this model.
In my opinion, the 83 is largely a refined evolution of the very successful L78. The most noticeable changes have been made to the interior. It’s difficult to say whether they are entirely for the better ,there is slightly more space, along with a new palette of colors and materials.
At the stern, the rear sofa has been removed, creating a large open area that was previously missing. The tender platform, now folding in two sections, is certainly an innovative solution.I haven’t seen this implemented by competitors yet. Of course, time will tell how it performs in everyday use.
The saloon windows surrounding the yacht have been raised by approximately 10 cm, improving both visibility and natural light. The forward cockpit area has also gained additional space thanks to the repositioning of the forward saloon doors.
The flybridge roof and boom are now made of carbon, which should contribute positively to the yacht’s overall stability.
On the downside, at first glance I noticed that the boarding ladder mounting system has not been improved. I experienced issues with this on the 77 and 78 models, and it is surprising that the engineers have not opted for a simpler and more cost-effective solution. It remains a weak point.
As for propulsion, the yacht continues to be powered by John Deere N13 engines, delivering 580 HP each. From experience, I can say that with half fuel tanks, in good conditions (no headwind and relatively flat seas), at around 900 rpm the yacht cruises at approximately 8.5 knots, consuming about 20–25 L/h. The yacht’s range is excellent — I personally crossed the Atlantic from Gibraltar ,Canaries,Cabo Verde to Guadeloupe on L78 without any additional fuel, using only what fit in the tanks. Now it’s time for the return trip from Sint Maarten via the Azores and Gibraltar. In my view, this offers a very quiet, comfortable, and capable ocean-going experience.
Overall, I would rate this model positively. While competitors are making bold and aggressive changes to their yacht designs, Lagoon is clearly following an evolutionary rather than revolutionary approach.

To put it simply.What is the visual difference between an iPhone 10 and an iPhone 16? Not dramatic. The same applies here. I believe this yacht will be well appreciated by true connoisseurs.

Congratulations to Lagoon on this release. If you are looking for understated, neutral luxury — you are definitely in the right place.

Marcin Bigos Yacht Master and yacht surveyour

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30/12/2025

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Engineered for Performance. Crafted for Quality. Designed for Living.

15/12/2025

DECKHAND / MARYNARZ
Poszuję deckhanda / marynarza pokładowego na jacht motorowy.

Termin: od połowy stycznia do minimum końca marca (Karaiby).
W przypadku zadowolenia obu stron istnieje możliwość przedłużenia kontraktu na sezon letni na Morzu Śródziemnym.
Załoga: 4 osoby.

Obowiązki:
• Obsługa tendera 80KM
• Obsługa i dbanie o zabawki wodne
• Prace bosmańskie
• Utrzymanie jachtu w czystości oraz gotowości operacyjnej
• Obsługa gości

Wymagania:
• Uprawnienia sternika motorowodnego
• Doświadczenie mile widziane, ale niekoniecznie morskie
(np. instruktor żeglarstwa śródlądowego również sobie poradzi)
• Komunikatywny język angielski
• STCW
• ENG1
• Wiek: 25–35 lat

Oferujemy:
• Dobre wynagrodzenie
• Kontrakt MLC (Malta)
• Ubezpieczenie oraz płatny urlop
• Pokrywamy koszty transportu do i z miejsca zaokrętowania

Świetna okazja na wejście do branży yachtingowej 🚤

Nie odpowiadam pod postem,zapytania proszę przesyłać na email:[email protected]

13/11/2025

Delivering a yacht to the Caribbean is not just a long transfer. For those doing it for the first time, it’s the adventure of a lifetime. Today’s reward, caught right in the middle of the Atlantic, straight from the deck of Lagoon 46!

23/10/2025

Something new is coming 😀 We’re not sleeping

The Lagoon 60 is a completely new creation in Lagoon’s lineup, not a scaled version of the Lagoon 55 or 65. It introduces fresh architectural and technical solutions that redefine luxury multihull design, while retaining Lagoon’s signature emphasis on comfort, safety, and performance.
Technical Specifications
The Lagoon 60 measures 19.77 m (64’10”) in overall length, with a beam of 9.87 m (32’5”) and a draft of 1.65 m (5’5”). Its light displacement stands at around 35.2 tons, and construction uses vacuum-infused polyester with a balsa core for optimal rigidity and weight reduction. With an air draft of 30 meters, it remains manageable for a 60-foot-class catamaran.[lagoon-catamaran +2]
The yacht is powered by twin 150 HP Yanmar diesel engines, offering reliable cruising power. The fuel tank capacity totals 1,300 liters, and freshwater tanks hold 960 liters. Upwind sail area is 222 square meters (2,389 ft²), providing excellent balance between ease of handling and sailing performance.[europeanyachtbrokers +3]
Key technical features:
• Length overall: 19.77 m (64’10”)
• Beam: 9.87 m (32’5”)
• Draft: 1.65 m (5’5”)
• Air draft: 30 m (98’5”)
• Displacement: 35.2 t
• Engines: 2 × 150 HP Yanmar
• Fuel: 1,300 liters
• Water: 960 liters
• Sail area: 222 m²
• CE certification: A:14 / B:14 / C:20 / D:20