Kirsty MacHardy

Partner

Kirsty regularly advises on all aspects of superyachts, including on newbuilding contracts, refit contracts, warranty issues, chartering contracts and the sale and purchase of superyachts. Kirsty acts for owners, shipyards, brokers and managers within the yachting industry. Kirsty also has specific expertise on advising on the application of sanctions and their implications for owners, shipyards and other third parties involved in the running and operation of yachts.

Her experience includes:

  • Advising a UHNW individual on delay and disruption issues arising under a newbuilding contract for a 100m+ yacht.
  • Advising on issues relating to various issues arising under the MYBA from contract, including issues as to the time for delivery and condition/warranty issues.
  • Drafting and negotiating a refit contract for a UHNW individual.
  • Acting for a UHNW individual in relation to potential warranty claims against a shipyard under a refit contract.

Expertise