Superyacht Refit Strategy and Yacht Operations with Maria Schoenheit | Captain’s Chat

Superyacht refits do not fail in the shipyard. They fail in planning, communication, and execution long before a vessel arrives.

In this episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Maria Pierce Schoenheit, Owner and Director of Operations at Maritime Project Solutions, about the real challenges behind superyacht refit projects and yacht operations.

Filmed at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, one of the most important events in the global yachting calendar, this conversation highlights how poor planning, vendor misalignment, and lack of communication between captains, shipyards, and contractors continue to cost the yacht industry time, money, and efficiency.

With over 20 years in the maritime industry, Maria shares how early engagement, structured planning, and strong operational leadership can dramatically improve refit outcomes across the superyacht sector.

This episode also introduces the American Refit Leadership Council and the upcoming American Refit Podcast, both focused on improving standards, consistency, and collaboration across the superyacht refit industry.

🎯 Key Topics Covered

• Superyacht refit planning and execution
 • Yacht operations and project management
 • Shipyard communication and vendor coordination
 • Cost control and time efficiency in refits
 • Leadership in the maritime and yachting industry
 • Palm Beach International Boat Show and industry innovation

🔗 Learn More

Maritime Project Solutions
 mpsolutions913.com

🤝 Filmed At and In Collaboration With
Palm Beach International Boat Show
pbboatshow.com

365 Yachts
365yachts.org

Yacht Crew Center
yachtcrew.center

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 https://youtu.be/PhHmMXn_v0I

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