Estela Shipping is working closely with our partner LunaJets in response to the current airspace disruptions affecting parts of the region. Evacuation demand remains extremely high, with hundreds of requests received daily from individuals and governments seeking...
In the case of a global emergency, does your vessel have enough fuel for an additional 2,700 nm leg at sea? Does your war-risk and H&M insurance stay intact if you reroute? And is your crew set up, contractually and practically, for an extended ocean passage? With...
While Palma remains the quiet engine room of Mediterranean refits this February, the horizon is already glowing in Valencia. For crews currently docked at La Marina or those planning a weekend run from nearby ports like Dénia or Sagunto, the Fallas of Valencia (March...
Get ready for one of the most exciting times of the year in the city. Music, fire, food, and unforgettable street vibes await you. Here’s what you can’t miss: January 16Crystal Fighters live at Plaza de España, with other great bands between 20:00 and 02:00An...
No sooner has Spain finished its Three Kings celebrations for Epiphany and the next major event in Mallorca is underway. A week-long festival to honour Palma’s patron saint, San Sebastiá, features music, arts and sports events each day. However, the highlight of these...
What is happening in the Panama canal? This conversation with our colleagues in Panama discusses the complexities surrounding the operation of the Canal; particularly in the face of environmental changes and the need for sustainable water management. Video update with...
A salutary tale reached us during a recent show, about a yacht falling foul of the authorities in Menorca this season. The captain of a 50-metre motor yacht had consulted with an agent before dropping anchor in the bay of Mahón in September, though the chosen agent...
ESTELA's 3rd Captains' Dinner at the Museum is done for another year! With 180 guests joining us for dinner, music and dancing at the fabulous Pueblo Español, this was the best one yet! Mouse over the photo below for the slideshow or jump directly to the photo...
On the occasion of the Palma Superyacht Village, ESTELA hosted its second annual “Captains’ Dinner at the Museum”. Staged in the stunning setting of Palma’s San Carlos Military Museum, this exclusive event was attended by 100 guests, including captains and their...
Our breakfast seminars raised some interesting discussions. On Day One, we covered crucial information for the upcoming Med season, such as stamping protocols, chartering and VAT, and rules & regulation changes across various jurisdictions. Many...