How Moran Yacht & Ship Began
Before Robert Moran founded this company, he ran yachts. He navigated them across oceans, oversaw their construction in shipyards, and learned what owners actually need. Not from a desk, but from a bridge.
In 1988, he brought that firsthand knowledge into the brokerage world. The approach was straightforward: know the vessels inside and out, treat every client relationship as a long-term commitment, and never cut corners on ethics. That foundation attracted serious owners and serious yachts, and it still drives how the company operates today.
From Fort Lauderdale, Moran Yacht & Ship has expanded to Monaco and Newport, with a team selected using the same criteria Robert applied from day one: deep expertise, integrity, and a hands-on understanding of what it takes to build, sell, charter, and manage superyachts at the highest level.
