Halcyon Yachts

Halcyon Yachts: international yacht delivery based in Cornwall

Halcyon Yachts is a British company dedicated to the delivery and transport of vessels, including sailing yachts, motor yachts, superyachts and family cruisers. Its headquarters are in Penryn, in the county of Cornwall, and it operates with a network of sailors distributed across the UK and internationally.

The company presents itself as one of the UK's leading yacht delivery companies and states that all its skippers hold at least the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean qualification or higher. The crew is also experienced and qualified, and the company claims to maintain the highest standards in the industry.

Delivery and transport services

Halcyon Yachts carries out vessel deliveries by sea, with a focus on safety, security and respect for the owner's instructions. The company does not charge for delays caused by weather conditions and maintains a 24-hour engineering support service to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.

Decisions during the passage are based on good seamanship and not on time pressures, according to the company itself. The safety and well-being of both the yacht and the crew are paramount in its working method.

Prestige service for larger yachts

The company offers a specific service called Prestige, aimed at the delivery of larger and more luxurious yachts. It is designed for owners of vessels over 50 feet. For this service, Halcyon Yachts has a select group of captains and crew familiar with modern high-tech systems and with experience in the handling and seamanship of prestigious yachts.

Coverage, tracking and insurance

Halcyon Yachts has a comprehensive yacht delivery insurance policy that includes skipper liability insurance and public and products liability insurance. It also offers a satellite tracking system that allows the owner to monitor the vessel's progress throughout the delivery.

The company handles enquiries seven days a week to support the client throughout the delivery process, from start to finish.

Crew clothing

Due to the popularity of its crew clothing, Halcyon Yachts sells T-shirts and hoodies through its online shop.

Documented delivery experience

The testimonials collected on the website describe deliveries carried out between various points in the UK, Europe and North Africa. Among the routes mentioned are Hamble-Lagos (Portugal), Bangor-Falmouth, Plymouth-Brightlingsea, Southampton-Ellos (Sweden), Hayling Island-Ouistreham (France), Santander-Bruinisse (Netherlands), Cuxhaven-Kinsale (Ireland), Hamble-Inverkip (Scotland) and Dingle-Bangor. The vessels cited include models from Hylas, Beneteau, Jeanneau, Hallberg Rassy, Nautitech and Frances.

Clients highlight the communication during transport, the crew selection and the attention to detail in the delivery. The company also publishes articles on interactions with orcas off the coasts of Spain and Portugal, the importance of on-board safety instructions and a winter transatlantic passage for the relocation of the historic Restauration.

Location and contact

42 Woodland Ave, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8PG