tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56019379108407908492022-05-04T05:54:25.060-04:00Yacht management and maintenance services, licensed captain and crew for sea trials, deliveries and private charters. For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™Jo Stanleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15040639030528991295noreply@blogger.comBlogger235125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601937910840790849.post-24596556103061304432018-07-06T10:39:00.001-04:002018-07-06T10:39:30.871-04:00

Here we go. Puerto Rico braces for heavy wind, rain as Beryl approaches https://t.co/tJ64hKQpRp pic.twitter.com/gRx0gtJxcH — WSVN 7 News (@wsvn) July 6, 2018 But, don't be alarmed! Forecasters assure us Beryl is no threat to South Florida. Hurricane-force winds extend only 10 miles from the center, making the storm extraordinarily compact. The system, about 1,140 miles from the islands of

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THE PROS & CONS OF KEEPING IT COOL [INFOGRAPHIC] Stepping into a perfectly climate-controlled wheelhouse or main salon can set the tone for your entire cruise. After all, who wants to invite guests into a floating sweat lodge? And, if you're like some of our clients, you know there are certain benefits to leaving your air-conditioning system running at all times. That being said, before you

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Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and with over 30 years of experience in the industry, Stanley Yacht Services, Inc. ["SYS"] offers year-round management and maintenance programs for the discerning yacht owner. Available in comprehensive packages or à la carte, our services include project management and oversight, routine maintenance and repairs, painting and varnishing, commissioning and show

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And, just like that, 2018 has arrived, mates.  May your year be filled with health, happiness, success, and fun!  Bring your PASSION AND DRIVE and all of the above is guaranteed.     For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

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Every ocean lover is fondly familiar with the mysterious perfection of the spiral-patterned shell known as the Nautilus and it should sadden us all to read the following doom and gloom article about its possible disappearance from our seas: "Natural selection has a whole new game in town,” said Peter Ward, a nautilus expert at Seattle’s University of Washington. And that game is called: “if you

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As you may imagine, we're paying close attention to Hurricane Irma and we've spent the better part of a week getting the SYS Fleet ready to weather this record-breaking storm. While it's still too early to tell, with any certainty, which direction Irma will follow, we do know, no matter what, its impact will be felt to some extent or another throughout South Florida. NEW MODELS ARE IN!!

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We loved this Yachting Magazine article so much we thought we'd share it with you for your Sunday morning perusal. And, yes, it reminded us of our very own Capt. Ben, who claims a screwdriver is his most-oft used hand tool on board. Close runner-up? A pair of dikes. Do you have a handy helmsman on your boat? That go-to guy who knows how to fix the most obscure widget or, at the very least, can

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If you make a living in our industry, no doubt you've heard the complaints from land commuters: "The boats keep making the bridges go up and we get stuck in traffic jams." Indeed, we've seen entire online forums dedicated to pointing fingers at the "Big Bad Boaters Who Tie Up Traffic". And, yes, it gets frustrating trying to explain that not all of us are joyriding on the waterways; many, if not

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For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

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Happy Summer! Today is the #summersolstice, the longest day of the year. What are your boating plans this summer? #safeboating pic.twitter.com/SDX46fHHfi— BoatingCampaign (@BoatingCampaign) June 21, 2017 For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

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Well, this is inconvenient. All Aboard Florida intends to lock down the New River Bridge (FEC railroad) for a 12-day period from Saturday, February 11 at 12:01 a.m. through Thursday, February 23, 12:01 a.m. Needless to say, this would prohibit boat traffic (other than kayaks) along the river. The timing is simply terrible. The Miami International Boat Show runs from February 16-20 and the bridge

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Pretty scary day on the water for Captain Steve Thomas and his three passengers. Fortunately, his instincts and quick thinking led to their safe rescue, the skipper only suffering minor burns on his fingers. Boat captain injured during boat fire in Biscayne Bay It's always a shame to see a classic yacht succumb to mechanical mishaps but we're glad everyone made it out OK (and wearing life

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Call it #ToolTimeThursday: Here at SYS, we take every step to ensure repairs, refits and upgrades go as smoothly as possible and that the positive results will be long-lasting. This requires attention to every detail, like... ...diligently applying Loctite to each and every bolt's threads...   ...during an engine's transmission rebuild. Our goal is to get our clients' yachts back on the

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Repairs, refits and upgrades are complete and that can only mean one thing... Yep. Time to get down to the finishing touches - some wax here and there, some more polishing and primping. We look forward to seeing all of you at FLIBS 2016 - it's going to be another excellent Show. And don't forget to download the mobile app - it makes the experience so much more convenient, especially for

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11:45am | A Hurricane Warning is in effect for a majority of EC FL. Matthew is a major threat, & potential to cause widespread damage. pic.twitter.com/vyyMQdbVzO — NWS Melbourne (@NWSMelbourne) October 5, 2016 So, the SYS crew has been busy doubling up lines, putting out additional fenders, and springing boats off the dock. Toys are tethered, canvas and cushions removed, and fingers crossed

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We're keeping a CLOSE weather eye on this one, mates. #Matthew has become a category 5 hurricane with winds of 160 mph. https://t.co/HEQAG00PZS — WSVN 7 News (@wsvn) October 1, 2016 For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

Jo Stanleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15040639030528991295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601937910840790849.post-25260717460874130722016-09-19T12:35:00.000-04:002016-09-19T12:39:17.431-04:00

For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

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Well, this is unfortunate. We don't know the particulars of this early morning beaching off Palm Beach but, thankfully, we've not heard any reports of injuries (granted, we don't know the extent of damage done to the yacht). 72-foot yacht washes ashore in Palm Beach The captain has been charged with boating under the influence which prompts us to remind our fellow sailors: "Better boating

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Remember - don't booze and cruise and life jackets save lives - #WearIt! Be safe out there; create happy memories, not crappy memories.  For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

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It's unfortunate when boat owners don't follow through on their responsibilities, including proper disposal of derelict vessels at their own expense - not by forcing taxpayers to pay, in this case, up to $5000. Pat Farrell, the Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety of the Town of Babylon, where the boat was dumped, reports this type of thing happens about 11 times each year, with fewer than half

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Ahoy, mates! Our client is moving up and it's time to offer this gem: This Amberjack boasts rare CAT diesel power (1000 hr service just completed) and while she was a member of our management fleet this past year, Stanley Yacht Services oversaw extensive upgrades, including: New marine air conditioning New Maxwell windlass New helm station gauges New Fusion stereo New Sunbrella interior

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The Coast Guard would really appreciate it if you don't accidentally activate your EPIRB. After all, pointless search and rescue efforts are expensive and distract them from doing their real job. Like, say, for instance, this past Sunday, when Coast Guard Air Station Cape Cod launched an MH-60 Jayhawk along with a rescue boat in response to ... well, here ... we'll let them tell you what

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For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

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It's National Safe Boating Week - practice safe boating practices! @NWS @BoatingCampaign https://t.co/oE8bcm6ec0 pic.twitter.com/1y6wjR9G9P — Natl Hurricane Ctr (@NWSNHC) May 22, 2016 For smooth sailing and zero stress ... call SYS!™

Jo Stanleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15040639030528991295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601937910840790849.post-56308245377098174952016-05-02T13:51:00.000-04:002016-05-02T13:51:36.073-04:00

As you know, we're all about safety first and that's because we love being on the water and don't want the experience ruined by easily preventable accidents. So, in honor of National Safe Boating Week, we're proud to sponsor this year's Safe Boating Day (May 22 from 1-4pm) hosted by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida and the Bahia Mar Yachting Center. Read all about it: Safe

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