Bernard Gallay Yacht Brokerage specialises in yacht sales & purchase, luxury yacht charter and yacht management, offering a tailored, professional and enthusiastic service to our clients . We are committed to building close relationships with our clients based on trust, honesty and dedication in order to give them the best service offered within the yachting industry.
Established by Bernard Gallay, an accomplished sailor (2 Vendée Globe - Solo Non-stop Around the World Race, 14 Atlantic crossings, 1 America's Cup, etc.), BGYB burst onto the yachting scene in 1994. After just 2 years in business, the company was accepted into the prestigious Mediterranean Yacht Broker Association (MYBA), to which the most important brokerage companies in the world belong, and whose commercial terms and uses have become an international reference for the yachting industry.
Not only does BGYB’s membership with MYBA guarantee its credibility; the company's representatives are reputable sailors and experienced yachtsmen, including Philippe Monnet (Monaco), François Boucher (Paris), Nicolas Marchand (Monaco), Stephane Della (La Ciotat), Jean-Yves Candelot (Palma), Bruno Gallien (Montpellier) and Thierry Barrot (Hong Kong). In having such accomplished yachtsmen; our clients benefit from our extensive knowledge of yachting and our veritable expertise in the sphere of boating technology.
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BGYB plays a significant role in the brokerage world, with offices scattered internationally: Primarily based in Europe (Montpellier, Paris, Palma de Mallorca, La Ciotat, Marseille) but secondly BGYB has established itself globally (Hong Kong, Moscow, San Francisco, and recently Auckland in New Zealand). You might spot us at various annual boat shows including the Palma Superyacht Show, Cannes Yachting Festival, Barcelona MYBA Charter Show and so on. We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Merry Christmas and Holiday Wishes from BGYB
At this time of year, BGYB wishes you a bright and joyful Christmas, filled with happiness and freedom. The holidays invite us to pause, reflect, and imagine what comes next — often, that’s the open sea. Yachting is not just a way to travel, it’s a lifestyle. Whether you're...
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Nautical expedition: Bernard Gallay and Sir...
Bernard Gallay joins Sir Robin Knox-Johnston on an extraordinary sailing expedition from Iceland to Greenland. A polar adventure between two iconic sailing figures, united by their passion for yachting and extreme exploration.
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PBIBS : Palm Beach International Boat Show
Since 1982, the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) has established itself as a major player in the nautical and marine industry in South Florida. The 42nd Palm Beach International Boat Show took place in 2024, attracting thousands of visitors and exhibitors. This year,...
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