Do yacht charterers have to pay for marina berths?

Answer

Marina and berth charges may be an additional charter expense, depending on the charter agreement and destination. Some charter structures include certain berthing costs within the agreed terms, while others treat them as an expense payable from the yacht's Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA).

Analysis

This is one reason it is important to understand exactly what is included in the charter rate and what is not. Marina pricing can also vary considerably between locations and seasons.

Broker comment

Your broker should explain the treatment of berth fees for your particular charter before you sign the agreement, rather than relying on a general rule.