In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, Lou Clark of Centtrip explains how fintech is transforming financial management across the superyacht industry. From escrow payments and charter accounting to expense management and crew payroll, Centtrip streamlines complex global payment workflows for captains, senior crew, and charter managers. With operations spanning Amsterdam, London, and Fort Lauderdale, the platform delivers compliant, multi-jurisdictional financial solutions tailored to yacht operations. Lou’s 15-year yachting background brings operational credibility to fintech innovation, bridging ship and shore. For superyacht professionals managing high-value, multi-currency transactions across the Mediterranean and Caribbean, this episode explores how technology reduces risk, improves transparency, and enhances operational efficiency.

Key Points:

• Fintech reduces operational strain for captains and crew.
• Global compliance aligned across US and Europe.
• Multi-card expense control simplifies charter accounting.

In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, Mark Perry, Director of Yachting at Centtrip, explains how fintech is transforming superyacht financial management. With over 2,300 vessels onboarded globally, Centtrip delivers multi-currency spend management, virtual crew cards, APA account structuring, and seamless API integration with yacht accountancy software.

The discussion explores charter season cash flow pressures, complex ownership structures, KYC compliance, and why traditional banks often struggle with yacht operations. Mark outlines how real-time reporting, digital receipts, and global card issuance reduce administrative burden for captains and crew - while improving transparency for management firms, central agents, and family offices.

For marine professionals, this is a strategic look at financial technology driving operational efficiency across the superyacht sector.

Key Points:

• Fintech replaces cash-heavy onboard financial systems.
• Multi-currency cards streamline global yacht operations.
• KYC expertise reduces compliance friction for owners.

In this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast, Maurice Belgrave of Maurice Underwater Services (Antigua) explains the behind-the-scenes work that keeps superyachts moving - from untangling anchors in crowded harbours to hull scrubs, propeller changes, zinc anode replacement, and emergency salvage response. Maurice breaks down the real risk below the waterline, including lift-bag anchor breakouts, night operations, and why commercial diving is a career built on discipline, not shortcuts. You will also hear how a simple act of help connected Maurice with Super Yacht Publications and the Superyacht Service Guide. Essential listening for captains, engineers, and fleet managers operating in the Caribbean.

Key Points:

• Anchor untangling is logistics, physics, and risk management.
• Eco-driven antifouling changes increase cleaning frequency and complexity.
• Rapid-response salvage capability protects schedules, safety, and assets.