Yokohama
JAPAN
Team Japan
Find your local representative below
Astrid Schulte
Sales USA
USA East Coast
Astrid is a valuable Dutch asset to the international team in Palm Beach, Florida. She is very focused and conscientious in her work combined with her open personality makes her a great contact for her clients. She is responsible for the USA, Australia and Asia yacht transport market.
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Jan Maarten Boissevain
Commercial Director
The Netherlands
Jan Maarten has a long standing career in shipping and yacht transport. Heading up the Commercial Team in Amsterdam he is keen on getting every detail right for clients at all times. This makes him a highly valued person in the company.
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Charles Massey
Sales Asia
Hong Kong
Charles is active in the yacht transport business for almost 20 years. Since 2014 he has operated from Hong Kong and is responsible for the Asian market. His profound knowledge and experience makes him the right man for all your transport related questions. Work makes him a very frequent traveler.
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Wiebke Bokelmann-Ratha
Trade Manager: USA East to USA West & Asia v.v
Transatlantic
Wiebke started working at the Amsterdam head office in June 2013 and developed the Transatlantic trade out of Northern Europe from scratch. As from July 2017 she was based in the Singapore office to develop the local market and to support the Sevenstar team in Asia. When she moved back in 2019 she took over the transatlantic trade and is running the USA East to West & Asia trade since 2021.
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About Yokohama
Yokohama is a beautiful port city located in the Kanagawa Prefecture of Japan. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country, and for good reason. The city is home to a stunning harbour, which is surrounded by a variety of attractions, including the Yokohama Bay Bridge, the Yokohama Landmark Tower, and the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse.
The harbour is also a great place for sailing and other water activities. The waters of Yokohama are calm and peaceful, making it an ideal spot for sailing, fishing, and other recreational activities. The harbour is also home to a variety of marine life, including dolphins, whales, and sea turtles.
Yokohama is also known for its vibrant nightlife. The city is home to a variety of bars, clubs, and restaurants, making it a great place to spend an evening. The city also hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year, including the Yokohama Jazz Promenade and the Yokohama Summer Festival.
Yokohama is truly a unique and special place. With its stunning harbour, vibrant nightlife, and variety of attractions, it is no wonder why it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan.
Seven places of interest
Yokohama Landmark Tower: The tallest building in Japan, offering stunning views of the city and bay.
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse: A historic building complex with shops, restaurants, and event spaces.
Minato Mirai 21: A modern waterfront district with shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Sankeien Garden: A traditional Japanese garden with a variety of plants and trees.
Yokohama Chinatown: The largest Chinatown in Japan, with over 500 shops and restaurants.
Yamashita Park: A popular park with a promenade, gardens, and a memorial to the Great Kanto Earthquake.
Yokohama Bay Bridge: A suspension bridge connecting Yokohama to the Miura Peninsula.
Why ship with Sevenstar?
Sevenstar Yacht Transport is the world’s leading provider of yacht transport services worldwide. Our global spread of destinations provides access to the world’s premier ports and cruising grounds. We also transport yachts to and from Yokohama.
Our experienced team of professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and safety for your yacht. We understand the importance of your yacht and the need for a safe and secure transport, so we use the latest technology and equipment to ensure that your yacht is transported safely and securely to its destination.
We offer a variety of services, including water-to water service, worldwide customs clearance and handling of cargo, marine cargo insurance and roundtrip solutions. With our worldwide network of agents and partners, we are able to provide the most efficient and cost-effective yacht transport solutions in Yokohama.
At our company, we have an in-house team to handle operations and over 120 of our own transport vessels. This means that we take full responsibility for the care of your yacht and do not outsource to external contractors. To ensure the safety of your yacht during loading, transit, and unloading, we use custom-made, certified cradles and lashing systems. A skilled Sevenstar loadmaster will be present during the entire loading and unloading process to oversee the handling of your yacht.
During the voyage, you will receive regular updates on the progress of the transporter. Your yacht will be kept locked for the entire trip and only accessed by authorized personnel for daily inspections. Upon completion of the transfer, the keys and documentation will be given directly to you or a nominated representative, and not to anyone else.
Whether you are looking for a one-time transport or a long-term solution, Sevenstar Yacht Transport is the perfect choice for all your yacht transport needs to Yokohama. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can meet your yacht transport needs.