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The guide to
Yacht Ownership


A clear, steady approach to finding the right yacht.

Every client approaches the search differently — some arrive with a firm brief, others want space to explore options. My role is to help you understand what’s truly available worldwide and narrow it down to the yachts worth your attention.

I focus on straightforward communication, realistic assessments, and protecting your interests from the very first conversation.


A clear, steady approach to finding the right yacht.

Every client approaches the search differently — some arrive with a firm brief, others want space to explore options. My role is to help you understand what’s truly available worldwide and narrow it down to the yachts worth your attention.

I focus on straightforward communication, realistic assessments, and protecting your interests from the very first conversation.


A clear, steady approach to finding the right yacht.

Every client approaches the search differently — some arrive with a firm brief, others want space to explore options. My role is to help you understand what’s truly available worldwide and narrow it down to the yachts worth your attention.

I focus on straightforward communication, realistic assessments, and protecting your interests from the very first conversation.

The Process

1. Understanding your needs

We begin with how you plan to use the yacht — long-range cruising, family life onboard, charter potential, or a mix. This shapes which shipyards, designs and ranges make sense.

2. Accessing real opportunities — on and off market

With long-term relationships across Europe, the US, the Middle East and Asia, I can bring you listings that are public, private, or quietly available through trusted channels.

3. Honest comparisons

Expect clear insight on:

  • engineering and build quality

  • past ownership and maintenance

  • operational costs

  • resale considerations

  • yard reputation

  • technical strengths and limitations

The aim is to give you a full picture, not a sales pitch.

4. Negotiation that protects you

I manage all communication with sellers, keeping negotiations calm and grounded. You’ll get a realistic view of pricing, contractual details and yard timelines so there are no surprises later.

5. Support through surveys, trials and delivery

From technical inspections to documentation and crew planning, I stay involved until the yacht is officially yours and ready to operate.


For Sale

Willow House

Alfa Nero is an 82m motor yacht built by Oceanco and delivered in 2007, internationally recognised as one of the most influential superyachts of her generation.

For Sale

Willow House

Alfa Nero is an 82m motor yacht built by Oceanco and delivered in 2007, internationally recognised as one of the most influential superyachts of her generation.

For Sale

Willow House

A classic 62m Codecasa with 1,002 GT of volume and a uniquely high-capacity layout, ESMERALDA accommodates up to 28 guests in 11 staterooms (private use), run by a crew of 19. Steel hull, aluminium superstructure, 6,000 nm range, and asking €14,000,000.

For Sale

Willow House

A classic 62m Codecasa with 1,002 GT of volume and a uniquely high-capacity layout, ESMERALDA accommodates up to 28 guests in 11 staterooms (private use), run by a crew of 19. Steel hull, aluminium superstructure, 6,000 nm range, and asking €14,000,000.

For Sale

Willow House

The BILGIN NB85 is a modern 52 m (170′) full-displacement motor yacht by Bilgin Yachts, with a steel hull, aluminium superstructure, and accommodation for 12 guests across six cabins. Delivery is slated for 2026.

For Sale

Willow House

The BILGIN NB85 is a modern 52 m (170′) full-displacement motor yacht by Bilgin Yachts, with a steel hull, aluminium superstructure, and accommodation for 12 guests across six cabins. Delivery is slated for 2026.

For Sale

Willow House

KASIF is one of the few true explorer yachts on the market today that offers this balance of capability, design, and condition.

For Sale

Willow House

KASIF is one of the few true explorer yachts on the market today that offers this balance of capability, design, and condition.

“There’s a lot of noise in the market. My role is to help clients tune into what matters. Pricing, timing, and finding the right buyer without drama.”

“There’s a lot of noise in the market. My role is to help clients tune into what matters. Pricing, timing, and finding the right buyer without drama.”

 Jan Jaap Minnema, Fraser Yachts

 Jan Jaap Minnema, Fraser Yachts

© 2025 JAN-JAAP MINNEMA. All rights reserved.

© 2025 JAN-JAAP MINNEMA. All rights reserved.

© 2025 JAN-JAAP MINNEMA. All rights reserved.