A Farewell and Heartfelt Thank You from JD Yachts

After 25 extraordinary years, JD Yachts will be closing its doors.

This has not been an easy decision—but it’s one we’ve made with deep reflection and immense pride in all that we’ve achieved. We set out to build a company grounded in trust, transparency, and a passion for getting people on the water. We believe we’ve done just that.

To our clients—some of whom have been with us from the very beginning—we owe everything. Your unwavering support and trust shaped our journey. Many of you returned to us time and again for your boating needs, and that loyalty became the foundation of our business. We’re honoured to have helped so many families and individuals realise their dreams of yachting across the UK and the Mediterranean.

To our industry colleagues, tradespeople, and the marinas who welcomed and supported our work—you made this possible. The collaborative spirit and shared commitment to excellence within the marine sector gave JD Yachts its wings. We always sought to drive business back into local trades and infrastructures, and we’re proud to have played a part in sustaining that ecosystem.

To our dedicated team—Toby Hawkins and Isabella O’Leary—thank you for your incredible contribution, professionalism, and commitment to our shared mission. You’ve been integral to our journey and success.

A special thank you to our families for your constant support, patience, and belief in us—especially through the demanding times. JD Yachts has always been about more than just boats; it’s been about people, partnerships, and heart.

The current business climate, especially for SMEs in the marine sector, has become increasingly complex and challenging—particularly in relation to post-Brexit trade regulations and the double taxation of vessels between the UK and EU. These conditions have made it nearly impossible to scale sustainably or operate competitively abroad. We believe it’s important to acknowledge how much the industry has changed—and how vital it is to protect what was once a thriving cornerstone of Britain’s maritime heritage.

As we close this chapter, we do so with enormous gratitude for every client, colleague, and friend we’ve met along the way. The memories, the adventures, and the trust you placed in us will stay with us forever.

Thank you for letting JD Yachts be part of your story. We are proud of the legacy we leave behind.

With heartfelt thanks,

Darren & Justin

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Registering your boat here in the UK is not compulsory unless the vessel is subject to a marine mortgage, company ownership or you are intending to sail into international waters. Being able to fly the Red Ensign flag, with all the prestige and recognition that come with it is reason enough in our opinion, but there are good reasons to register your boat even if the above don't apply.
 
For pleasure craft there are two types of registration, Part I and Part III (SSR). The main difference being that Part I is more of a title register and proof of ownership whereas Part III is similar to a passport that allows you to take the boat overseas. We would always recommend Part I, this is actually the only option if the boat has a mortgage, is over 24m or is company owned.
 
Considering how mobile a boat is, there are also the benefits of being able to legally prove that the vessel belongs to you as well. Once the vessel is Part I registered you are able to:
 
Prove title to your boat
Prove your boat's nationality
Use the boat as security to obtain a marine mortgage
Obtain 'Transcripts of Registry', which show the boat’s previous owners and whether there are any outstanding mortgages
 
As long as you are in the following criteria, you can Part I register your vessel with the UK registry:
 
British Citizen
British Dependent Territories Citizen
British Overseas Citizen
Company incorporated in one of the EEA countries
Citizen of an EU member state exercising rights under articles 48 or 52 of the EU Treaty in the UK
Company incorporated in any British overseas possession which have its principal place of business in the UK or those possessions
European Economic Interest Groupings
 
Here at JD Yachts we deal with the UK Ship Register regularly and know how it can sometimes be complicated or confusing, we're always happy to help with the registration process, just give us a call on 08458 125 126 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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