About Us

What many dream, only you experience

SuperYachtsMonaco specialises in the sale, purchase and charter of yachts of all sizes. Headquartered in Monaco, our very experienced and dedicated team operates globally.

An established team, bringing together expertise from all areas of the yachting industry. Founded in 2008 with the goal of offering  clear, tailored, sales, purchase and charter services for clients. SuperYachtsMonaco is a highly successful, Monaco headquartered company with a global reach.

Meet the team

Jim Evans

Managing Director

Alex Banning

Director / Brokerage

James Auld

Director / Brokerage

Anna Korolenko Yachting Assistant

Anna Korolenko

Yachting Assistant

Chloe Riley Charter Manager

Chloe Riley

Charter Manager

Chris Mosley Broker

Christopher Mosley

Broker

Christopher Craven

Charter Broker

Ewa Petts

CFO / Charter Broker

Georgia Hutchinson social media

Georgia Hutchinson

Social Media Manager and Brokerage Assistant

Juan Andrade Yacht Broker

Juan Andrade

Broker

Julia Simpson Broker

Julia Simpson

Communications Manager & Broker

Kat Hodson Marketing

Katherine Hodson

Sales & Marketing

Lars Svensson Broker

Lars Svensson

Broker

Nick Burleigh

Broker

Simon Ting

Broker

Thor Knappe yacht broker

Thor Knappe

Broker

Tom Lilley Broker

Tom Lilley

Broker

Vassilis Pateras

Broker

Jim Evans

Managing Director

The founder of SuperYachtsMonaco in 2008 Jim has two decades of experience in the yachting industry.

From the Maldives to Monaco, from crew member and dive master to Managing Director of a successful brokerage company, his depth of knowledge of the market and operations on board is globally respected.

An expert in the field of large yacht construction and superb explorer yacht projects, Jim's open character ensures that clients are always at ease discussing their biggest ideas and wildest yachting dreams with him.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Alex Banning

Director / Brokerage

Alex is known for his tenacity in the sales and purchase of superyachts.

Clients and colleagues respect his direct and pragmatic approach, ensuring that every avenue is explored in finding the right yacht or the right buyer in the optimum timeframe.

With over 16 years of yacht sales experience, preceded by 10 years working on board superyachts, Alex is knowledgeable on all aspects of the yachting industry.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

James Auld

Director / Brokerage

With almost 20 years as a superyacht broker based in the South of France and Monaco, James is highly focused and experienced in the realm of large yacht sales & purchase.

Known for his discretion and diligence on behalf of owners and buyers alike, clients are reassured that their interests are well served through his global networks and in-depth knowledge of the industry.

James began his career in London with a 5 year stint as a successful shipbroker. Moving to sunnier climes in 2001 focusing on superyacht brokerage and new construction with a large yachting company, before moving to SuperYachtsMonaco in 2010 as a Director. James is an MYBA committee member and trusted by both clients and colleagues.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Anna Korolenko

Yachting Assistant

Anna began her yachting career as a charter and sales assistant in a Monaco-based company in 2013. Before venturing into yachting, Anna received a Master’s degree in Linguistics and worked as a teacher of English and French in Russia.

Speaks :

Russian flag English flag French flag

Chloe Riley

Charter Manager

Chloe manages the SuperYachtsMonaco charter fleet, bringing to bear her innate organisational and communications skills. Chloe began her yachting career in 2012, gaining her industry knowledge in a large yacht brokerage and manufacturer before moving to SuperYachtsMonaco.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Christopher Mosley

Broker

Christopher left his finance career in Russia to join the team in 2015. Passionate with all things yachting from the technical side to exploring and incentivizing an owner’s unique perspective and vision. Christopher’s approach is with an open mind and close attention to requirements.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Christopher Craven

Charter Broker

Chris joined the yachting industry in 2001 and has since been deeply involved in all aspects of the yacht charter business. His experience and knowledge of yachts, crews and destinations along with his acute attention to detail results in the perfect charter experience.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Ewa Petts

CFO / Charter Broker

A founding member of the SuperYachtsMonaco team, Ewa has in-depth knowledge of the company's logistics and ethos. As the Chief Financial Officer she naturally has a strong grip of all matters administrative and is also a sought after Charter Broker.

With a career that has seen her based in Jersey, the UK, her native Poland, France and Monaco, her knowledge of finance & administration spans many jurisdictions. Ewa's direct and detailed approach is appreciated by both suppliers and charter clients alike.

Speaks :

Polish flag English flag French flag

Georgia Hutchinson

Social Media Manager and Brokerage Assistant

With experience in luxury retail, a degree in International Relations and an affinity for the South of France, Georgia’s highly efficient working style puts her business, marketing & social media skills to perfect use in the superyacht environment.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Juan Andrade

Broker

Having worked in yachting since 2004, engaging in a variety of sectors within the industry, Juan now focuses his expertise on yacht brokerage. Originally from Vigo, Spain, Juan was practically born into yacht brokerage and is our resident expert on the Latin American market as well as being the President of the Monaco YPY Association.

Testimonial from a 30m Yacht Owner:
"I [want to] thank you for the most professional way you handled the sale of (yacht name), my complements. Your approach was different. You demonstrated a class much higher that your colleagues in the industry are familiar with. It was indeed a pleasure to do business with you. I am sure our path will cross soon and I look forward to buying my next boat with your assistance."

Speaks :

Spanish flag English flag French flag

Julia Simpson

Communications Manager & Broker

Initially specialising in Communications, PR & Events for a global superyacht brokerage Julia’s yachting career has been a work of continuous development since 2006.

With a wealth of market knowledge and marketing know-how, Julia progressed into Business Development, Charter & Sales and is now both broker and communications manager with SuperYachtsMonaco.

Originally from Holywood, Northern Ireland, Julia has been based in the South of France since graduating in 2001, working first for an Offshore systems company in the Oil and Gas industry before moving into Superyachting.

Speaks :

English flag Dutch flag French flag

Katherine Hodson

Sales & Marketing

Katherine joined SuperYachtsMonaco in 2013, having developed industry experience since 2011. She is now a well-established member of the team, looking after the company's marketing.

Speaks :

English flag

Lars Svensson

Broker

With a decade of yacht charter management experience and a family owned yacht for the last 25 years, Lars brings a wealth of experience to the SuperYachtsMonaco team. Based in Copenhagen, he will primarily look after our Nordic clients, focusing on charter and sales.

Speaks :

Danish flag English flag

Nick Burleigh

Broker

Nick was introduced to the yachting industry when first organising the Nice Superyacht Show and the Monaco Yacht Show. He has been involved in yacht charter and sales for the last 20 years.

Speaks :

English flag

Simon Ting

Broker

Simon began his career as a yacht broker in 2002, since then, his focus and expertise has been on large yacht charters and sales.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Thor Knappe

Broker

Thor began his career in 2000 in shipping, focusing on both the purchase and charter of ships and new build projects. His passion for all things nautical has led him to the world of yachting.

Speaks :

Danish flag English flag French flag

Tom Lilley

Broker

Growing up on the South Coast of England, racing on the Solent, Tom comes from a yacht brokerage family. Having worked in London for 7 years, Tom has a wealth of knowledge of both motor and sailing yachts.

Speaks :

English flag

Vassilis Pateras

Broker

After 25 years of experience in the yachting world, including winning the Round Britain Power Boat Race, Vassilis joined SYM in 2012 and is based in Greece.

Speaks :

Greek flag English flag
Anna Korolenko Yachting Assistant
Chloe Riley Charter Manager
Chris Mosley Broker
Georgia Hutchinson social media
Juan Andrade Yacht Broker
Julia Simpson Broker
Kat Hodson Marketing
Lars Svensson Broker
Thor Knappe yacht broker
Tom Lilley Broker

Jim Evans

Managing Director

The founder of SuperYachtsMonaco in 2008 Jim has two decades of experience in the yachting industry.

From the Maldives to Monaco, from crew member and dive master to Managing Director of a successful brokerage company, his depth of knowledge of the market and operations on board is globally respected.

An expert in the field of large yacht construction and superb explorer yacht projects, Jim's open character ensures that clients are always at ease discussing their biggest ideas and wildest yachting dreams with him.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Alex Banning

Director / Brokerage

Alex is known for his tenacity in the sales and purchase of superyachts.

Clients and colleagues respect his direct and pragmatic approach, ensuring that every avenue is explored in finding the right yacht or the right buyer in the optimum timeframe.

With over 16 years of yacht sales experience, preceded by 10 years working on board superyachts, Alex is knowledgeable on all aspects of the yachting industry.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

James Auld

Director / Brokerage

With almost 20 years as a superyacht broker based in the South of France and Monaco, James is highly focused and experienced in the realm of large yacht sales & purchase.

Known for his discretion and diligence on behalf of owners and buyers alike, clients are reassured that their interests are well served through his global networks and in-depth knowledge of the industry.

James began his career in London with a 5 year stint as a successful shipbroker. Moving to sunnier climes in 2001 focusing on superyacht brokerage and new construction with a large yachting company, before moving to SuperYachtsMonaco in 2010 as a Director. James is an MYBA committee member and trusted by both clients and colleagues.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Anna Korolenko

Yachting Assistant

Anna began her yachting career as a charter and sales assistant in a Monaco-based company in 2013. Before venturing into yachting, Anna received a Master’s degree in Linguistics and worked as a teacher of English and French in Russia.

Speaks :

Russian flag English flag French flag

Chloe Riley

Charter Manager

Chloe manages the SuperYachtsMonaco charter fleet, bringing to bear her innate organisational and communications skills. Chloe began her yachting career in 2012, gaining her industry knowledge in a large yacht brokerage and manufacturer before moving to SuperYachtsMonaco.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Christopher Mosley

Broker

Christopher left his finance career in Russia to join the team in 2015. Passionate with all things yachting from the technical side to exploring and incentivizing an owner’s unique perspective and vision. Christopher’s approach is with an open mind and close attention to requirements.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Christopher Craven

Charter Broker

Chris joined the yachting industry in 2001 and has since been deeply involved in all aspects of the yacht charter business. His experience and knowledge of yachts, crews and destinations along with his acute attention to detail results in the perfect charter experience.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Ewa Petts

CFO / Charter Broker

A founding member of the SuperYachtsMonaco team, Ewa has in-depth knowledge of the company's logistics and ethos. As the Chief Financial Officer she naturally has a strong grip of all matters administrative and is also a sought after Charter Broker.

With a career that has seen her based in Jersey, the UK, her native Poland, France and Monaco, her knowledge of finance & administration spans many jurisdictions. Ewa's direct and detailed approach is appreciated by both suppliers and charter clients alike.

Speaks :

Polish flag English flag French flag

Georgia Hutchinson

Social Media Manager and Brokerage Assistant

With experience in luxury retail, a degree in International Relations and an affinity for the South of France, Georgia’s highly efficient working style puts her business, marketing & social media skills to perfect use in the superyacht environment.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Juan Andrade

Broker

Having worked in yachting since 2004, engaging in a variety of sectors within the industry, Juan now focuses his expertise on yacht brokerage. Originally from Vigo, Spain, Juan was practically born into yacht brokerage and is our resident expert on the Latin American market as well as being the President of the Monaco YPY Association.

Testimonial from a 30m Yacht Owner:
"I [want to] thank you for the most professional way you handled the sale of (yacht name), my complements. Your approach was different. You demonstrated a class much higher that your colleagues in the industry are familiar with. It was indeed a pleasure to do business with you. I am sure our path will cross soon and I look forward to buying my next boat with your assistance."

Speaks :

Spanish flag English flag French flag

Julia Simpson

Communications Manager & Broker

Initially specialising in Communications, PR & Events for a global superyacht brokerage Julia’s yachting career has been a work of continuous development since 2006.

With a wealth of market knowledge and marketing know-how, Julia progressed into Business Development, Charter & Sales and is now both broker and communications manager with SuperYachtsMonaco.

Originally from Holywood, Northern Ireland, Julia has been based in the South of France since graduating in 2001, working first for an Offshore systems company in the Oil and Gas industry before moving into Superyachting.

Speaks :

English flag Dutch flag French flag

Katherine Hodson

Sales & Marketing

Katherine joined SuperYachtsMonaco in 2013, having developed industry experience since 2011. She is now a well-established member of the team, looking after the company's marketing.

Speaks :

English flag

Lars Svensson

Broker

With a decade of yacht charter management experience and a family owned yacht for the last 25 years, Lars brings a wealth of experience to the SuperYachtsMonaco team. Based in Copenhagen, he will primarily look after our Nordic clients, focusing on charter and sales.

Speaks :

Danish flag English flag

Nick Burleigh

Broker

Nick was introduced to the yachting industry when first organising the Nice Superyacht Show and the Monaco Yacht Show. He has been involved in yacht charter and sales for the last 20 years.

Speaks :

English flag

Simon Ting

Broker

Simon began his career as a yacht broker in 2002, since then, his focus and expertise has been on large yacht charters and sales.

Speaks :

English flag French flag

Thor Knappe

Broker

Thor began his career in 2000 in shipping, focusing on both the purchase and charter of ships and new build projects. His passion for all things nautical has led him to the world of yachting.

Speaks :

Danish flag English flag French flag

Tom Lilley

Broker

Growing up on the South Coast of England, racing on the Solent, Tom comes from a yacht brokerage family. Having worked in London for 7 years, Tom has a wealth of knowledge of both motor and sailing yachts.

Speaks :

English flag

Vassilis Pateras

Broker

After 25 years of experience in the yachting world, including winning the Round Britain Power Boat Race, Vassilis joined SYM in 2012 and is based in Greece.

Speaks :

Greek flag English flag

Join our team

Dynamic, focused and self-motivated individuals are welcome to send CVs for roles they feel would be a good fit for them as part of the SuperYachtsMonaco team.

Yachting is a career but it is also a life choice. If you are prepared to go the extra mile and have the relevant skills to work in a challenging but rewarding environment, please send us your CV and a personal message.

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