Founded in 2004 by Gary Wright and Charlie Birkett, Y.CO is a full spectrum yachting company specialising in yacht charter, sales, purchase, management, new construction and refit. Y.CO supports over 100 large yacht operations worldwide, from luxury yachts to scientific research vessels.
Built on a foundation of specialist knowledge, first-hand onboard experience, and an unending passion for exploring the ocean, Y.CO provides exciting yachting adventures and bespoke experiences for clients all over the globe through its offices in Monaco, London, Fort Lauderdale and Auckland and on-the-ground specialists at every significant destination in between. It seeks to celebrate yachts not just as assets, but for their inspiring crew, enormous capability, and the access they bring to incredible parts of the world. Now in its 20th year, Y.CO is recognised as one of the leading yachting companies in the industry.
Committed to leaving yachting in a better place, Y.CO sets ambitious efficiency targets for its fleet and supports its yachts and clients to adopt new technology and develop better operational efficiency practices. The company partners with nonprofits to support humanitarian aid and disaster response programmes, the green energy transition, and mental wellbeing programmes for crew members. Additionally, it empowers its teams to volunteer in areas of need and helps clients contribute positively through emissions compensation programs and equipping yachts for research or humanitarian missions.
