Moran Yacht & Ship
Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale
Large yacht sales and new construction supervision
Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale
Upon request
Founded 1988
About Moran Yacht & Ship
Family-run brokerage established in 1988, specializing in large yacht sales and new construction projects at leading shipyards worldwide.
Known For
- Family-owned firm founded by Robert Moran in 1988, run with his sons and a small team in Fort Lauderdale and Monaco
- New-construction representation and supervision at Lurssen, Feadship, Oceanco and other northern European yards is the core competence
- Sales of large pre-owned motor yachts and charter of yachts the firm has built or manages
- In-house technical project managers stationed at shipyards during construction, unusual for a brokerage
Typical Mandate
An owner commissioning a 60 to 120 metre motor yacht at a German or Dutch shipyard, with build costs from roughly 100 million euros upward, who wants a single firm to negotiate the contract, oversee construction and later handle charter or resale. Moran also represents buyers and sellers of large pre-owned yachts and manages a small charter fleet. Clients are overwhelmingly experienced owners rather than first-time buyers.
How to Engage
Introductions usually come through existing owners, captains, naval architects or shipyards, though the firm's website provides direct contact for its Fort Lauderdale and Monaco offices. For a new-build conversation, the owner should have an idea of size, style, guest and crew numbers, cruising plans and budget range. The firm will discuss its role in contract negotiation and supervision before formal engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Moran Yacht & Ship do differently from other yacht brokers?
Its distinguishing service is new-build supervision: Moran keeps its own project managers and engineers at the shipyard during construction to monitor quality, schedule and contract compliance on the owner's behalf, alongside the conventional brokerage services of sales and charter.
Which shipyards does Moran Yacht & Ship work with?
Moran has delivered projects at Lurssen, Feadship, Oceanco, Abeking & Rasmussen and other northern European builders. It is independent of the yards and represents the owner's interests in negotiation and supervision, rather than acting as a sales agent for any single builder.
Does Moran Yacht & Ship sell pre-owned yachts?
Yes. Alongside new construction, the firm brokers large pre-owned motor yachts, including vessels it originally built for clients and later resold, and offers charter on a number of yachts. Its sales listings concentrate on yachts above 40 metres.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Curated by Trophy Registry from public sources and industry references.
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