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FRANZIUS & CO

Yachtconsulting • expertisen, sachverständige für schiffahrt + yachtbau / marine surveyors.

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FRANZIUS & CO Yachtconsulting • Expertisen

Hauptniederlassung

Winterhuder Weg 29 D-22085 Hamburg

Telefon: +49 (0)40 / 398835-0 Telefax: +49 (0)40 / 398835-11

Zweigniederlassung

Rudolf-Kinau-Weg 10 D-24229 Strande

Telefon: +49 (0)4349 / 909660 Telefax: +49 (0)4349 / 909661

E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

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FRANZIUS & CO

Yachtconsulting • expertisen, sachverständige für schiffahrt + yachtbau / marine surveyors.

Anerkannt durch / Mitgliedschaften

-->von der handelskammer hamburg öffentlich bestellter und vereidigter sachverständiger, mitglied im international institute of marine surveying (uk), mitglied im deutschen boots- und schiffbauer-verband e.v. [d.b.s.v], ce-inspektor der durch die europäische kommission benannten stelle [i.m.c.i. 0609], anerkannt von der vds schadenverhütung gmbh [vds], mitglied im verband der sportboot- und schiffbau-sachverständigen e.v. (vbs), so können sie uns erreichen:.

FRANZIUS & CO Yachtconsulting • Expertisen

Hauptniederlassung

Winterhuder Weg 29 D-22085 Hamburg

Telefon: +49 (0)40 / 398835-0 Telefax: +49 (0)40 / 398835-11

Zweigniederlassung

Rudolf-Kinau-Weg 10 D-24229 Strande

Telefon: +49 (0)4349 / 909660 Telefax: +49 (0)4349 / 909661

E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

Copyright © 2013 FRANZIUS & CO | All Rights Reserved  |  Datenschutzerklärung

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Franzius Yacht Consulting Zweigniederlassung Rudolf-Kinau-Weg 10 Strande D-24229 Germany

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Neo Yachting

A boutique approach to Yachting

Yacht Consulting

The delivery of a yacht is a wonderful and thrilling moment ! It can also be a complex journey when one does not have the experience nor the time to organize the right set-up. From company creation to flagging, classification, berthing options, etc., we have developed an integrated service and pool of experts to guide you through all the phases of yacht ownership .

Comprehensive Yacht Consulting Services

At Neo Yachting , our yacht consulting services encompass a wide range of expertise to support your journey in yacht ownership . Our services include new build management, refit management, pre-purchase surveys, budgeting, and more. We ensure a smooth transition from the initial concept to the final delivery and operation of your yacht.

New Build and Refit Management

For clients building a new yacht or undertaking a yacht refit project , we offer comprehensive support. This includes recommending and introducing yacht designers, matching your project with the right shipyard partner, and overseeing the entire construction or refitting process. Our team ensures that every aspect of the build or refit meets the highest standards, from technical specifications to regulatory compliance and operational setup.

Pre-Purchase Surveys and Budgeting

Our pre-purchase surveys provide a full vessel inspection and hull survey, ensuring that your potential investment is seaworthy and meets your standards. Additionally, we assist in developing a personalized budget tailored to your yacht ownership and program outlook. This includes monitoring the budget, providing regular updates, and offering solutions to offset running costs through our yacht charter marketing program if desired.

Personalized Consulting Approach

At Neo Yachting , we pride ourselves on our personalized approach to yacht consulting . Whether it’s a new build, a refit, or purchasing a pre-owned yacht, we provide expert guidance tailored to your unique needs. Our team collaborates closely with you, ensuring constant communication and adapting our services to meet your specific requirements.

With Neo Yachting , you gain access to our extensive network of industry professionals and resources. We guide you through every decision, ensuring that your yacht is not only a luxurious asset but also a reflection of your personal style and requirements. Our commitment to excellence in yacht consulting ensures that your journey in yacht ownership is as rewarding and enjoyable as the adventures you will embark upon with your vessel.

Privacy Overview

Welcome to Pegasus Yacht Consultant

Your trusted partner in yacht ownership

First of all

We specialize in providing comprehensive yacht consulting services for both new and pre-owned yachts. Our team of experts will assist you in supervising yacht sales and purchases, as well as refitting and planning for new yachts. Trust us to make your yacht ownership experience smooth and enjoyable.

Not to mention

Yacht consulting services.

Our team of experienced yacht consultants is here to assist you with every aspect of yacht ownership. From finding the perfect yacht to overseeing refits and renovations, we provide comprehensive services tailored to your specific needs.

And let's not forget

Yacht sales and purchase.

Whether you're looking to buy or sell a yacht, our yacht consultants are here to guide you through the process. We have extensive knowledge of the market and can help you find the right yacht at the best price, or assist in selling your yacht quickly and efficiently.

About Pegasus Yacht Consultant

At Pegasus Yacht Consultant, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and personalized services to yacht owners. With our expertise and industry knowledge, we assist clients in making informed decisions regarding yacht purchases, sales, refits, and planning. Our goal is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable yacht ownership experience for our valued clients.

Unlock the Luxury of Yachting

Pegasus yacht consultant.

Yacht Deliveries

INNOVATIVE CONSULTING STRATEGIES THAT

Accelerate yacht program goals, #yachtdeliveries | #captain'sinspections | #yachtmaintenanceplans | #yachtoperationsmanuals | #yachtsops | #yachtcrewresources | #yachtmedia | #yachtwebsites | #yachtdronefootage | #yachtnfts | #yachtconsulting | #yachtbuildqualityassurance | #freelancemarinegroup, freelance marine group is a proud member of the american boat & yacht council.

ABOUT FREELANCE MARINE GROUP, LLC

History of Freelance Marine Group, LLC

In the most recent years, yachting has experienced an explosion of growth within the industry. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the industry has witnessed unprecedented numbers of first-time large boat (100’+) owners. This, in turn, has led to record numbers of large boats being sold, and created a market of Owners that have never known what it takes to manage or run these magnificent vessels. 

Industry Needs

While many individual entities make up the process of yacht manufacturing, sales, delivery, operations and maintenance. There are few, if any, that exist to cohesively offer a one-stop solution from start to finish throughout the manufacturing process all the way through crew placement and daily operations and ongoing maintenance.

Company Existence

Our company exists to complete the circle of entities to offer highly valuable solutions of consulting from the prebuild stages all the way past delivery, to include daily operations and expected maintenance schedules, and identifying yacht program goals and needs.

Founder Info

Founder, Capt. Rex Witkamp is an experienced lic. USCG 200-Ton Master as well as a Licensed and Bonded Florida Yacht Broker with over a decade in the first responder role as a Paramedic/Firefighter. Rex grew up in Florida and developed a deep connection with the water learning to swim before learning to walk. The Aquatics Industry has chosen Rex to use his background to provide value to areas of the industry that are underserved. With over 25 years working in industries such as the private sector, healthcare, export, IT, and government, Rex has lived and worked overseas in Europe, Western Pacific. Rex's love for the aquatic industry has served him well in life. Working in the private sport fishing and charter yacht industry has allowed for the identification of more than several key points of consultation and products that provide underserved yet high-value to the industry. It is these all-inclusive features that has led to product offerings that encompass Freelance Marine Group, LLC.

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John Francis International 

Yacht Build Owner Representation

Yacht Purchase and Sales Brokerage

Yacht Refitting and Project Management

About  John McCaughey

During the course of my many years in the yachting industry, I have developed relationships with maritime professionals who discreetly guide clientele through the process of developing a luxury yacht concept. Giving all consideration towards their specific and unique requirements, we ensure purposeful design and construction to specification.

My colleagues and I have a common goal, exceeding our customer’s expectations. We will mitigate challenges, and provide nuisance-free, unfettered operations.

The sensitive nature of our client’s confidentiality requires the utmost discretion and steady vigilance over every aspect of your existing vessel purchase, or new build construction process. Luxury motor vessel ownership can fulfill your dreams of relaxation, intimacy, and adventure, with the privacy and security that is becoming scarcer in our increasingly intrusive society.

I am here to help you realize your yachting aspirations

Our Promise:

When our clients purchase a yacht through us, our support of their yachting program has just begun. The sales commission we earn retains us to provide complimentary, free-of-charge, operational and maintenance consulting, including screening, vetting, and evaluating vendors and service providers.

We will provide assistance in developing a planned maintenance program for the boat. This is especially critical throughout warranty periods of the vessel’s systems, hull, machinery, and equipment. 

Assistance vetting crew. We want to find the right ‘fits’ for our customers. 

We will also periodically inspect the yacht and discuss our observations with service providers, the crew, and our customers. 

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with all our clients.

Expertise & Experience: 

Project manager of multi-million-dollar yacht refits and restorations, and new yacht build team member.

Owner Representation for new semi-custom and custom yacht construction, and subsequent operations.

Florida Employing Yacht Broker License-EBK7453 / Member IYBA.

Authored “The Employment and Operations Handbook for Yacht Personnel”.

Authored & Presented Paper “The ISM Code and the Yacht’s Captain: Establishing the Basis for a Safety Management System On Board”; Project 98, Amsterdam, Holland.

Formulator and implementer of personnel employment policies and safety procedures to meet industry regulations. Experienced personnel manager, leader, and trainer.

Co-authored policies and procedures handbook for brokers of a nation-wide new and brokerage boat sales firm.

Liability litigation support witness retained to defend yacht owners and hull insurers.

Ability to transcend personality and cultural differences.

Creates domestic and international travel and activities itineraries that will exceed clientele expectations.

Creative style and imagination for event planning and thorough in handling details.

Lloyd’s Register ISM Code: ISM Code Auditing. Ship Safety Officer.

Highly adept in risk assessment and management, and activity hazard analysis.

Drum Cusack ISPS: Ship Security Officer, Company Security Officer.

Planned-periodic maintenance scheduler for entire vessel; emphasis upon capital equipment & machinery.

Accomplished pilot of water jet and propeller-propelled vessels.

USCG MMC Master 1600 GRT (Domestic Tonnage) 3000 GRT (ITC Tonnage).

Bridge Resource Management Certification / Professional Yacht Master Business & Law Certification.

Radar Observer Unlimited-ARPA Certification / Basic and Advanced Marine Fire Fighting Certification.

Damage Control / Fire Fighting Simulator Training Certification, Royal Brunei/British Navies.

Merchant Marine Able Bodied Seaman Certification / Marine surveying and shipboard safety audits.

 Our Focus:  -Northern European Built  -Aluminum and High Tensile Steel  -15 meters to 60 meters

Imagine your yacht.  build your yacht., semi-custom yachts we like, custom yachts, we will assemble a custom yacht build team that best responds to your ideas and requirements. these individuals are adept at listening to understand. we will hear you. we will assist you with the development of your personal luxury yacht concept. all considerations will be explored regarding your specific and unique requirements. we will ensure that your vessel is purposefully designed and constructed to your team's exact specifications..

Ecosystem Kalinka

Luxury real estate in Russia, Europe, Asia and Middle East for a comfortable life and profitable investment. Our team — it is an association of market professionals, innovations and digital technologies, traditions and continuous development.

In the premium real estate market

Share of the moscow market, clients, including the forbes list, objects in the company's database., market experts work in the company, cumulative revenue, company turnover per year, the most expensive penthouse sold, ekaterina rumyantseva.

CEO of Kalinka Ecosystem

Our Mission: Tradition & Innovation

Pre–sale preparations

• Examination of competitors' sales
• Securing our sales plan
• Creation of a sales office
• Product training for brokers
• Development of efficient financial instruments
• Developing sales incentives

• Implementation of sales plan
• Premium brokerage/ brokers school
• Own client base
• Sales funnel management
• Mortgage broker services
• Legal support
• Monitoring of all stages of implementation

After–sales service

• Working with accounts receivable
• Informing the customer about the project status
• Working with customer reviews
• Loyalty programs
• Recommendation deals

International recognition

Aldar Properties

TOP Performing Dubai Agency

TOP 15 Performing Agency

Envoy Category

AZIZI Developments

TOP Performing Agency New Grade Reached

Select Group

TOP Performing Agent Runner Up

#1 Agen Newcomer of the Year

TOP Performing Sales Agent Ambassador Category

New grade reached Consul Category

Rolls–Royce

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING RUSSIA

2021 – 2022

Awwards Winner

2019 – 2020

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY SINGLE OFFICE MOSCOW

REAL ESTATE AGENCY MOSCOW

2018 – 2019

2017 – 2018

official airline partner

The Telegraph

2016 – 2017

Rolls–Royce motor cards

2014 – 2015

in association with

Virgin Atlantic

PROPERTY CONSULTANCY RUSSIA

2013 – 2014

Best real estate company for high price category real estate according to the magazine «Novyy Adres»

First place in the Forbes rating № 4 (25). Leader in the number of closed deals in the segment of high-budget real estate according to the survey of NVM Business Consulting.

First place in the real estate market records award in the category of «Professional pride» with the project «Dvoryanskoye Gnezdo».

Only Russian company to win in three «International Property Awards» nominations.

Best real estate agency in Russia according to the «Premio Internazionale Le Fonti» award. Winner of two «International Property Awards» nominations.

Best real estate agency in Russia according to the «International Property Awards» with the presence of representatives of The Daily Telegraph.

First place in the «European Property Awards» in «Real Estate Agency Marketing for Russia». A high appraisal of an important part of the company’s work — management of marketing and sales of real estate developers.

First place in the «European Property Awards» in «Real Estate Agency for Moscow, Russia»

Best company in both Real estate and Marketing according to the «European Property Awards»

Solutions for developers, investors and buyers

Urgent buyout of distress-assets, apartments trade-in, accurate assessment with ai, investors club, apartments for sale, investing in redevelopment.

«Working daily with buyers and sellers of real estate. We know everything, from the customer’s first call up to the final sales.»

Ekaterina Rumyantseva,

our own full-time team of analysts and investment advisors

Created and implemented more than 200 consulting projects, analysis of the target group behavior utilizing a modern crm system, analysis of 1,000 customer requests and 300 transactions per year, own real estate database, updated daily, purchase and support of related databases, data on real estate lots in “closed sales”, information about the actual transaction sum and bargaining, kalinka realty.

Buying, selling and renting real estate

Kalinka Consulting

Complex solutions for developers

Kalinka Legal services

Legal support and audit

Kalinka Design

Professional selection of architects and designers

Kalinka analytics

Reviews of the real estate market in Moscow and MO

Kalinka Media

Current webinars and  situation in market

Kalinka International

Profitable investment. Citizenship and residence permit

30% of real estate transactions are not done after the purchase decision has been made. That’s why we maintain a constant dialogue with the buyer, lawyers, mortgage brokers and designers, to study the needs and implement the solution.

Our Partners

• AB Development
• ANT Development
• Capital Group
• Central Properties
• Insigma Development

Investment companies

• Capital Partners
• Hines International
• Absolut Bank
• VTB Capital
• Gazprombank
• Sberbank Capital
• Otkritie Capital

Design and architecture

• Andrew Martin
• Artistic Design
• Aukett Swanke
• Candy & Candy
• Helene Benhamou
• Jade Jagger
• Kelly Hoppen

Kalinka International (UAE, Turkey)

Programs for any purpose:

• Visa-free travel
• Life and business abroad
• Tax residency
• Cross-border movement under restrictions
• Education and career of children abroad

Kalinka Dubai

• Buying property in the UAE
• Sightseeing tours of the best residential complexes in Dubai
• Capital transfer (urgent purchase of ready-made companies in the UAE, opening an account)
• Long stay apartments
• Yacht charter
• School education
• Restaurants, shopping, household matters
• Flight organization.
• Assistance with international itinerary planning

Simplified visa system

No income tax, high return on investment, full ownership.

The Ritz-Carlton Residences

Collection of luxury residences

UAE, Dubai, Dubai International Financial Center, Al Sukuk Street, 9/1

The complex is located on the coast of the picturesque bay of Dubai Creek, where the world-famous Ras Al Khor flamingo and wildlife sanctuary is located. A unique location among mangrove forests, small lagoons and lakes combines peace and tranquility with the advantages of a large metropolis.

Rent – Start of sales.year

DAMAC Lagoons

Family low-rise residential complex

UAE, Dubai, Dubai Land, El Hebia Fift

Family low-rise residential complex in the spirit of the Mediterranean cities in the depths of Dubai. Convenient location allows you to get to large shopping centers, business clusters and offices of international companies in 20 minutes. Nearby are medical facilities, schools, an equestrian club, golf courses and the Dubai Sports City multifunctional complex.

Rent – year

DAMAC Cavalli Tower

UAE, Dubai, Dubai Media City

Elite residential complex on the west coast of Dubai, in the prestigious Al Sufuh area.

Atlantis The Royal Resort & Residences

Complex in the center of the Palm Jumeirah crescent

UAE, Dubai, Jumeirah, Palm JumeirahUnited Arab Emirates, Dubai, Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah

Luxury residential complex in the center of the crescent of the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. The developed infrastructure of the man-made island is impressive: gourmet restaurants, modern fitness studios, luxurious wellness clubs, shops and boutiques in Nakheel Mall. Well-maintained walking and jogging paths stretch along the many kilometers of beaches with snow-white sands.

Canal-front luxury serviced apartments

UAE, Emirate of Dubai, Zabeel, Business Bay

Luxury canal-front serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai.

W Residences Dubai Downtown

Complex in the prestigious Downtown area

UAE, Dubai, Zabeel, Burj Khalifa

Elite residential complex in the prestigious Downtown area, in the center of Dubai.

Kalinka Turkey

• Elite real estate
• New buildings and secondary offers
• Investment property
• Sightseeing tours
• Second Citizenship by Investment Program

Get a selection of foreign investment offers

Moscow exclusive properties, 6 unique projects, popular areas of moscow, secure business transactions, developed infrastructure.

Sociocultural cluster with modern apartment buildings

Zvenigorodskaya 2nd st., 12

The residential quarter is located on an area of 4.5 hectares, 200 meters from the Ulitsa 1905 Goda metro station, surrounded by parks: Krasnaya Presnya, Krasnogvardeyskie Prudy, the December Uprising Park and the Presnensky Childrens Park

Poklonnaya 9

Premium apartment house

Poklonnaya st., 9

he complex is located in a prestigious location in the west of the capital. Panoramic windows offer magnificent views of Victory Park, Sparrow Hills and Moscow City towers.

Victory Park Residences

Elite family residences in the west of the capital

Brothers Fonchenko st., vl. 3

he complex is surrounded by green parks and iconic sights of the city. Panoramic windows offer magnificent views of Poklonnaya Gora, the Triumphal Arch and City skyscrapers.

Capital Towers

Residential skyscrapers 500 meters from Moscow City

Krasnopresnenskaya emb., 14, building 1

A 10-minute walk from the metro stations "International" and "Vystavochnaya", a little further - the platform of the MCC "Business Center" and "Testovskaya" of the first Moscow diameter. For motorists, convenient exits to the Third Ring Road and the Garden Ring are located 6 minutes from the complex.

Neva Towers

Complex on the territory of the business center Moscow-City

Krasnogvardeisky 1st pr-d, 17-18

Panoramic windows offer direct views of the legendary Ukraina Hotel, the Government House and the embankments of the Moscow River. Residents have access to the entire infrastructure of the business district within a 10-minute walk. Afimall shopping center, multiplex cinema, cafes and restaurants, fitness studios, beauty salons and viewing platforms.

Club city on the river

Volokolamskoe sh., vl. 71/12

Moskvoretsky Park is a 5-minute walk away. In 10 minutes by car - the parks Shodnya, Pokrovskoe-Streshnevo and Stroginsky. A grandiose sports infrastructure is planned on the territory of the peninsula: more than 30 types of activities in one location and three yacht clubs in the neighborhood.

Community participation

PR and Media

Kalinka is in the TOP-3 in terms of citation in  the media in the elite real estate market and in the TOP-5 of business class and investment segment. Monthly number of publications mentioning Kalinka  — 250-300. Main sources: RBC, Forbes, Vedomosti, Kommersant, BFM, Elitnoe.ru. Joint analytics and press releases with leading Moscow developers: Insigma, AEON, Level Group and others. The Kalinka press service is always open to the media: journalists can be sure of comments, interviews and expert opinions. We promptly respond to requests and help the editors in the preparation of objective and high-quality materials.

A fifth of the entire interior improvement in the premium segment is created in the area of Minskaya Street

According to research of the Kalinka Ecosystem, the total area of internal landscaping in 40 projects on the premium real estate market in Moscow is 43.5 hectares.

Russians remain the leaders in buying Turkish real estate

Russians still occupy the first place in the demand for real estate in Turkey among foreigners. However, compared to 2022, there is a decrease in demand from our fellow citizens by 17%.

"Obydensky No. 1" became the best-selling club house in Moscow

According to a study of the Kalinka ecosystem, sales in 11 club houses started in the capital in 2023. The leader in sales was the club house "Obydenskiy No. 1", in other projects clients purchased on average four times fewer apartments.

The Kalinka ecosystem has summed up the results of its first year of operation in the UAE.

The Kalinka ecosystem has strengthened its top management team.

In two regional divisions of the company - Kalinka Turkiye and Kalinka Middle East - new sales directors have been appointed.

Kalinka Middle East has received several awards from a leading developer in Abu Dhabi.

The company won in several nominations as a developer of Aldar Properties and has been included among the best real estate agencies in Abu Dhabi.

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CEO of International consulting company Kalinka

Alexey Chumalov

General manager of Kalinka Moscow

Alexander Shibaev

General manager of Kalinka Middle East

Yulia Kovaleva

City real estate manager

Polina Medelyanovskaya

Denis Trusov

Dmitry Mezhinsky

Mikhail Dolgov

Head of Country Property Department