It is not mandatory to keep a permanent crew on board all year, but it is highly recommended. A full-time crew will help to manage your asset and keep it in peak condition. They will also be sure that your yacht is ready to use at a moment’s notice and be able to provide a bespoke service that is tailored to your needs. It is also worth noting that the cost and time of regularly decommissioning and recommissioning a crew would not be insignificant