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Marine Experience,
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Yachting Vision
The Broker
About Umut Apaydin
Umut’s maritime journey is rooted in a family legacy spanning generations. Raised between Turkey, Ethiopia, Belgium, and Germany, he developed an early connection to the water, spending his summers windsurfing, spearfishing, and sailing.
A certified diver, free diver and skipper, Umut is an avid outdoorsman with a deep passion for the ocean. His personal boating experience extends across the Mediterranean—including Greece, Turkey, Italy, and France—as well as South Florida and the Florida Keys.
Prior to entering yacht brokerage, Umut built a career in investment banking and insurance, where he gained extensive experience structuring and negotiating complex transactions. Today, he brings that same level of precision and professionalism to every client engagement at OneWater Yacht Group, a leading full service yacht brokerage group.
A global citizen at heart, Umut speaks six languages fluently (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish and Turkish) and is an avid traveler. When he’s not on the water, he enjoys playing the piano and reading history and archaeology.
The Brokerage
About OneWater Yacht Group
OneWater Yacht Group is a leading, full-service yacht brokerage group combining an extensive broker network with best-in-class marketing, servicing, and refit capabilities. Backed by decades of experience serving yacht enthusiasts, OWYG is known for delivering expert guidance and highly personalized service — offering a curated selection of luxury yachts defined by performance, sophistication, and exceptional on-water experiences.
Portfolio
Featured Listings
Length
36'
Class
Unspecified
Total Power
440 HP
Length
75'
Class
Motor Yacht
Total Power
2800 HP
Length
55'
Class
Motor Yacht
Total Power
1600 HP
Length
60'
Class
Motor Yacht
Total Power
1460 HP
Knowledge center
White Papers
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Why Buy a Yacht?
If you are reading this, you are either (a) considering purchasing a yacht, (b) already own one and are reassuring yourself that your decision was indeed correct, or (c) simply enjoy reading marine-themed content while telling yourself “I’m just looking for now”.
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Different Types of Yacht Propulsions
In this article, I’ll review the various propulsion systems used in yachts and the benefits of each, helping to explain why different yachts choose particular powertrains.
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Why Use a Professional Yacht Broker?
Selling a yacht through a broker typically comes with a ~10% commission. Depending on the size of your vessel, that’s real money. So… can you skip the broker and sell it yourself?
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Whether you are searching for your first yacht, refining your next acquisition, or adding to an already distinguished fleet, I am here to guide the process with clarity, discretion, and deep marine expertise. From understanding your lifestyle and cruising goals to identifying the right opportunities on the market, my role is to make every step feel informed, seamless, and aligned with your vision for life on the water.
