Charter Opportunities with Solaris Yachts

Senior Yacht Broker and Solaris New Yacht Sales Representative Alan McIlroy understands that investing in a new yacht can be a daunting process. Is it the right yacht? What specifications are important to new owners and their crew?

^ Berthon yacht brokers Ben Cooper and Alan McIlroy, Managing Director Brian May, and the crew on board the Solaris 44, VOLARE – Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2023.

While the Berthon Sales Group is happy to conduct sea trials at the yard, prospective buyers may prefer a more thorough test drive. A charter aboard a Solaris might be the perfect solution…

Alan works closely within the Solaris Yachts network, and his colleague Michalis Aftias operates a charter company in Greece — FastSailing Greece.

Who are FastSailing?

FastSailing offer a range of high-performance yachts, including models from Solaris, designed specifically for sailors with more demanding expectations of both performance and comfort. https://www.fastsailing.gr/.

With a selection of yachts across the Solaris Yachts range, FastSailing have something to suit every sailing style and requirement:

• Solaris 40
• Solaris 44
• Solaris 47
• Solaris 50
• Solaris 60
• Solaris 74

FastSailing operates from two bases — Lavrio and Benitses Marina in Corfu — the perfect starting points for exploring two of the world’s best sailing areas. The Cyclades and the Ionian, respectively.

Why Consider Solaris Yachts?

Solaris have long been something of a well-kept Italian secret, quietly producing both custom and semi-custom yachts from their original site in Aquileia, at the top of the Adriatic.

Berthon International first became involved with Solaris Yachts in 2017, when we were invited to represent them initially in the UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. This was later followed by representation on the East Coast of the United States through our Newport, RI office, and in Scandinavia via our Swedish office in Orust.

The brand has gone from strength to strength in this time. The range of yachts, from 40ft to 80ft, has been developed and refined under the guidance of the yard and designer Javier Soto Acebal.

^ Solaris 74RS, LUMINOUS III – Solaris Cup 2024.

We’re happy to report that during our time with Solaris, we have delivered a significant number of Solaris yachts here in the UK, across the Mediterranean, and further afield. One owner in particular — now on his second Solaris, a 74RS — is currently undertaking a circumnavigation.

Our Solaris Yachts Brokerage

While both owners and brokers enjoy the thrill of commissioning and building a new yacht, it is quite a commitment in terms of both time and money. At certain points in life, this simply isn’t the right solution—time often being the limiting factor. But fear not, help is at hand, and there are alternatives.

As part of the wider Solaris family, we have access to a range of pre-owned Solaris yachts. The idea of a well-maintained and fully equipped yacht, with the obvious savings compared to new, can be an attractive option. We have linked a couple of examples below that are currently available.

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Berthon International is a long-established brokerage house with decades of experience, so you can rest assured you will be well advised and supported throughout the purchase process.

For further information contact alan.mcilroy@berthon.co.uk & richard.baldwin@berthon.co.uk.

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