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Oceanic Yacht Management

Oceanic Yacht Management is Characterized by our exclusive, boutique style and utmost attention to detail, Oceanic Yacht Management is South Florida’s most prestigious and desirable yacht management service. For us, one thing matters most: Peace of mind for you, our clients. As such, we provide the highest levels of maintenance and scheduled management services to ensure that whether you’re home and ready to use the boat or are away, everything is handled properly. This allows you to spend less time worrying about upkeep and more time enjoying the best of what your boat has to offer when performing at optimal levels

More Than 35 Years of Craftsmanship Working for You

First founded in 1978 as Blue Water Yacht Service, Oceanic Yacht Management combines an old-fashioned craftsman approach to yachting maintenance and services with a fresh perspective that accommodates the needs of discerning yacht owners today. This means that no matter your needs or how high your expectations, our team will exceed them. Contact us today to discuss your vessel and how we can keep it performing as it should.

We look forward to welcoming you into our premier service family.

1972
Eric's vision
Before ever becoming a captain, Eric Pearce lived for adventure whether it be camping or exploring the South Florida wilderness. After falling in love with the peace, serenity, and beauty of the Everglades, Eric found something even more beautiful: The ocean. He pursued work on cruise ships, fishing boats, cargo ships, and other vessels until one day becoming a certified captain. It was then that he knew he would spend his life on the water.
1978
Blue waters yacht company

Captain Eric Pearce founded Blue Water Yacht Company in 1978 with a vision to provide bespoke, custom-tailored boating and maintenance services. His hand-crafted approach to service and innovative infrastructure provided captains with support and advice for comprehensive yacht maintenance, operation, and administration (always to the highest quality standards).

1980
Emergency Blu

Captain Eric creates a new standard of service for clients with the development and implementation of “Emergence Blu.” Intended for times of disaster, Emergence Blu organized all necessary communication and activities to secure all client vessels should severe weather or other disasters threaten their boats and/or yachts.

1985
Captain Eric

With an emergent need on behalf of yacht owners to recruit, reference, and certification check, Captain Eric began providing these services and ensuring the validity of medical certificates. He also began providing employment contracts on behalf of the yacht’s owning company while administering payroll disbursement, health insurance, and crew mail.

1987
Chartering
Equipped with a specialized vision for luxury vacations, Captain Eric purchased his first yacht, a 1978 Campbell Flybridge 32 foot, that he used for his first charter. Through keen networking, he was able to access virtually every premier charter vessel worldwide. With a developing reputation as an expert broker, he was renowned for his ability to match discerning individuals with yachts for their customized needs.
1993
Project Management

After considering his future, Captain Eric secured a federal loan to begin building yachts to offer bespoke vessels to prospective owners. By recruiting the best designers, shipyard builders, engineering experts, and contractors, his team and wealth of experience guaranteed premium quality results. From negotiating contracts to monitoring construction and communicating with clients and the other parties involved, Captain Eric quickly made a name for himself.

1997
Blue Water's

As a clear client base emerged, Captain Eric refined Blue Water Yacht Company to focus exclusively on yacht and project management. This meant discerning yacht owners could now enjoy a management service that handled everything from financial reporting to the supervision of yard time. By focusing on building his team’s knowledge to deliver artisan, premium quality solutions, Captain Eric offered yacht owners something truly unique: Reduced downtime and costs to implement effective management and budget controls. Clients enjoyed greater safety, enjoyment, and peace of mind as a result.

2000
Yacht Management

Far from settling as the “typical yacht management company,” Captain Eric introduced his unique philosophy of serving as a yacht project manager. This introduced a new era of highly personalized services for yacht owners that continue to characterize Oceanic Yacht Management to this day.

2001
Blue water refit

Shortly after introducing his new philosophy, Captain Eric secured the first major project management client. Through these services, Blue Water fulfilled shipyard and refit work while preventing common headaches like late delivery, over-budget projects, and failed repairs and upgrades. With a relentless attention to detail, Blue Water served the interests of both owners and captains alike by freeing up time commonly spent managing the responsibilities associated with owning and running larger yachts.

2005
Captain Eric

Captain Eric is recognized by the Yachting of Australia Association as Captain of the Year for his innovation in simplifying the entire yachting industry. His busy “back-to-back” charter seasons and ability to help owners maximize use of their vessels earned him the reputation for engineering a globally renowned approach to day-to-day operations, management, planning, and accounting duties aboard the yacht.

2008
Blu Porduct's

Never one to settle, Captain Eric pushed forward with a product line that included boat wash, wax, and polish. The line, aptly named “Blu,” offered a cost-effective, green, and high-performing solution to yacht owners tired of using conventional products. Free from harsh chemicals and powered by organic materials, this marked true innovation in the industry.

2011
Captain Eric’s

Captain Eric’s health began to deteriorate, prompting him to turn over control of Blue Water Yacht Company to his former partner until he was well enough to take back control.

2013
Passing

Captain Eric passes away but his vision and passion for the sea doesn’t stop there. It continues through his son, Thomas. With over 20 years of experience, Thomas reinvigorated his father’s vision to live out his passion for the open sea and unique gift for artisan boat maintenance and craftsmanship.

2015
Oceanic Yacht management

After 37 years afloat, Blue Water Yacht Company became Oceanic Yacht Management. This decisive shift retains the artisanal essence of Captain Eric’s approach to business while imaging a new approach to boating and maintenance. With greater personalization and the ability to serve as every boater’s Yacht-ciergeTM, Oceanic Yacht Management is your comprehensive resource for all boating needs.

1972
Eric's vision
Before ever becoming a captain, Eric Pearce lived for adventure whether it be camping or exploring the South Florida wilderness. After falling in love with the peace, serenity, and beauty of the Everglades, Eric found something even more beautiful: The ocean. He pursued work on cruise ships, fishing boats, cargo ships, and other vessels until one day becoming a certified captain. It was then that he knew he would spend his life on the water.
1978
Blue waters yacht company

Captain Eric Pearce founded Blue Water Yacht Company in 1978 with a vision to provide bespoke, custom-tailored boating and maintenance services. His hand-crafted approach to service and innovative infrastructure provided captains with support and advice for comprehensive yacht maintenance, operation, and administration (always to the highest quality standards).

1980
Emergency Blu

Captain Eric creates a new standard of service for clients with the development and implementation of “Emergence Blu.” Intended for times of disaster, Emergence Blu organized all necessary communication and activities to secure all client vessels should severe weather or other disasters threaten their boats and/or yachts.

1985
Captain Eric

With an emergent need on behalf of yacht owners to recruit, reference, and certification check, Captain Eric began providing these services and ensuring the validity of medical certificates. He also began providing employment contracts on behalf of the yacht’s owning company while administering payroll disbursement, health insurance, and crew mail.

1987
Chartering
Equipped with a specialized vision for luxury vacations, Captain Eric purchased his first yacht, a 1978 Campbell Flybridge 32 foot, that he used for his first charter. Through keen networking, he was able to access virtually every premier charter vessel worldwide. With a developing reputation as an expert broker, he was renowned for his ability to match discerning individuals with yachts for their customized needs.
1993
Project Management

After considering his future, Captain Eric secured a federal loan to begin building yachts to offer bespoke vessels to prospective owners. By recruiting the best designers, shipyard builders, engineering experts, and contractors, his team and wealth of experience guaranteed premium quality results. From negotiating contracts to monitoring construction and communicating with clients and the other parties involved, Captain Eric quickly made a name for himself.

1997
Blue Water's

As a clear client base emerged, Captain Eric refined Blue Water Yacht Company to focus exclusively on yacht and project management. This meant discerning yacht owners could now enjoy a management service that handled everything from financial reporting to the supervision of yard time. By focusing on building his team’s knowledge to deliver artisan, premium quality solutions, Captain Eric offered yacht owners something truly unique: Reduced downtime and costs to implement effective management and budget controls. Clients enjoyed greater safety, enjoyment, and peace of mind as a result.

2000
Yacht Management

Far from settling as the “typical yacht management company,” Captain Eric introduced his unique philosophy of serving as a yacht project manager. This introduced a new era of highly personalized services for yacht owners that continue to characterize Oceanic Yacht Management to this day.

2001
Blue water refit

Shortly after introducing his new philosophy, Captain Eric secured the first major project management client. Through these services, Blue Water fulfilled shipyard and refit work while preventing common headaches like late delivery, over-budget projects, and failed repairs and upgrades. With a relentless attention to detail, Blue Water served the interests of both owners and captains alike by freeing up time commonly spent managing the responsibilities associated with owning and running larger yachts.

2005
Captain Eric

Captain Eric is recognized by the Yachting of Australia Association as Captain of the Year for his innovation in simplifying the entire yachting industry. His busy “back-to-back” charter seasons and ability to help owners maximize use of their vessels earned him the reputation for engineering a globally renowned approach to day-to-day operations, management, planning, and accounting duties aboard the yacht.

2008
Blu Porduct's

Never one to settle, Captain Eric pushed forward with a product line that included boat wash, wax, and polish. The line, aptly named “Blu,” offered a cost-effective, green, and high-performing solution to yacht owners tired of using conventional products. Free from harsh chemicals and powered by organic materials, this marked true innovation in the industry.

2011
Captain Eric’s

Captain Eric’s health began to deteriorate, prompting him to turn over control of Blue Water Yacht Company to his former partner until he was well enough to take back control.

2013
Passing

Captain Eric passes away but his vision and passion for the sea doesn’t stop there. It continues through his son, Thomas. With over 20 years of experience, Thomas reinvigorated his father’s vision to live out his passion for the open sea and unique gift for artisan boat maintenance and craftsmanship.

2015
Oceanic Yacht management

After 37 years afloat, Blue Water Yacht Company became Oceanic Yacht Management. This decisive shift retains the artisanal essence of Captain Eric’s approach to business while imaging a new approach to boating and maintenance. With greater personalization and the ability to serve as every boater’s Yacht-ciergeTM, Oceanic Yacht Management is your comprehensive resource for all boating needs.