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Frank grew up in a military family and spent his childhood years living in Germany, Switzerland, Scotland and The Netherlands. In 2003, Frank’s love of travel brought him to yachting. Having previously run smaller yachts, Frank’s knowledge of popular Mediterranean and Caribbean cruising grounds is extensive. He will always try to find the most stunning anchorages in which to enjoy time on board. As chief officer, Frank is responsible for the safety and security of PLANET NINE’s guests and crew, assists the captain with navigation, itinerary planning, crew management and logistics. With a friendly smile and warm disposition, Frank endeavours to make cruising aboard PLANET NINE safe, fun and memorable for all.
Frank Golby
First Officer
Deciding to put academia on hold for a while in order to travel the world, David turned to a childhood passion for sailing as inspiration and took to the seas in the yachting industry. After working on some highly admired yachts, David brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in managing crew and maintaining high standards of both service and safety. David holds his Master 3000GT license and is here to ensure your charter experience on PLANET NINE runs smoothly, allowing you to relax and enjoy all the activities on offer.
David Thomas
First Officer
More information to come!
Vincent Waijenberg
Second Officer
After a successful career working on high-performance race cars in Scotland and the USA, Nick sought new challenges at sea. Rapidly progressing to chief engineer, he has over 25 years’ experience working on a range of yachts, from a wooden square rigged tall-ship to a fast displacement diesel-electric hybrid. His enthusiasm and wealth of engineering knowledge are a welcome asset on board, and he aims to ensure that guests enjoy themselves in absolute comfort and safety.
Nick Scott
Chief engineer
Sam was born in Tenerife, therefore speaks both English and Spanish fluently. As one of the deck team members, he is there to ensure guests can make the most of all the watersports, whether it is a beautiful dawn wakeboarding session or a blast down the coast on one of the jetskis.
Sam Cawley
Deckhand
Sophia’s passion for health and wellbeing stems from her time as a gymnast. Her knowledge and interest in sports recovery and stretching means she can help you recover after a morning run or an intense workout.
Sophia Stache
Stewardess
Chris has been in yachting since 2016. As bosun, Chris keeps the deck in top condition and ensures guests can make the most the vessel’s extensive selection of toys and tenders. He is a keen sailor, scuba diver and a (very modest) multi-instrumentalist.
Chris Benning
Bosun
Accommodations
The ultimate expression of yachting capability and status, PLANET NINE was designed by the renowned Tim Heywood and is destined to be regarded as one of the world's foremost explorer yachts.
With massive 2,100GT of volume, PLANET NINE can accommodate up to twelve guests in nine elegant cabins, including a separate owner’s deck and a main deck VIP suite. Her hull is ice classed and comes with a superb specification including her MD 600 Explorer helicopter, hangar and helipad.
Although designed for exploration, PLANET NINE’s interior includes every facet of modern superyacht luxury. A lift serves all five decks, with the owner enjoying an entire deck that creates a private 3,000sqft apartment with a full suite, dressing rooms, saloon, study and terrace. A VIP suite occupies much of the bridge deck, creating another private area, and the suite has its own lounge, which can be converted into a cabin.
A forward observation lounge affords panoramic 180-degree views and floor to ceiling glass is a feature across the yacht. In the unlikely event that you require a distraction from the outside world, a cinema lives below the observation room.
The guest deck enjoys its own entrance and lobby at the stern of the yacht. As you walk to one of five double suites, you will pass the steam room and beach club with its spectacular sea terrace.
Key Features
Spa: sauna, steam room
Beach Club at sea level
Private owner's deck
Helicopter MD600 Explorer (daily rate & details available upon request)
Three VIP cabins, including one convertible in two double guest cabins
Masseuse, two head chefs, and helicopter pilot part of the crew
Elevator serving lower to sun decks
Zero speed stabilisers to reduce any rolling motion while at anchor
Toys
TENDERS
10.2m (33.6ft) center console Rupert RIB
10.2m (33.6ft) Limousine Rupert RIB
6m (19.09ft) Rupert Service and Crew RIB
5.85m (19.2ft, 15 pax) Zodiac Milpro RIB
4.8m Narwhal SOLAS Rescue boat
TOYS
2 x jetski Sea-Doo Spark
1 x jetski Kawasaki 310 LX
4 x SeaBob F5S
4 x kitesurf equipment
2 x eFoil boards
4 x paddleboards
Waterskis and wakeboards
2 x inflatable canoes
Towable inflatable toys
Inflatable jungle gym & trampoline
Snorkelling equipment
Fishing equipment (small fish only)
2 x electric bikes + 1 x mountain bike
HELICOPTER
MD600 Explorer with 7 seats (daily rate & details available on request - separate agreement to MYBA).
Helicopter hangar with hydraulic lift
Dedicated guest cabin for the helicopter pilot