Jeff Merrill Yacht Sales

TrawlerAdvisors

Worldwide professional representation for buyers and sellers of premium ocean-going trawlers. Over three decades of bluewater expertise.

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Est.2014

About JMYS

The Experience & Personal Attention You Deserve

Jeff Merrill Yacht Sales provides worldwide professional representation for buyers and sellers of new and used premium brand ocean-going trawlers.

Our brokers combine decades of hands-on bluewater cruising experience with deep technical knowledge of trawler systems. We don’t just sell boats — we are trawler owners, operators, and passionate advocates for the cruising lifestyle.

From Nordhavn and Selene to Kadey-Krogen and Diesel Duck, we specialize exclusively in the premium trawler brands that serious cruisers trust for ocean crossings.

NordhavnSeleneKadey-KrogenDiesel DuckOcean Alexander

Buying Representation

From first-time trawler buyers to experienced cruisers upgrading, we provide expert guidance through the entire purchasing process — vessel selection, sea trials, surveys, negotiations, and closing.

Selling Your Trawler

Strategic pricing analysis, professional marketing, worldwide exposure, and hands-on management of every detail from listing to closing. Your deposits are secured in trust accounts.

Trawler Consultation

Our Trawler Advocate program provides personalized coaching on systems, operations, and the cruising lifestyle. We travel worldwide to preview and inspect trawlers on your behalf.

New Build Management

Ordering a new Selene or other premium trawler? We guide you through the build specification process, factory visits, sea trials, and delivery with decades of new-build experience.

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Certified Expertise

Why Work With a CPYB® Broker

Yacht transactions are complex, high-value decisions. Our Certified Professional Yacht Broker designation ensures you receive expert guidance through vessel systems, surveys, sea trials, contracts, and closing — protecting your investment at every step. JMYS founder Jeff Merrill is a Certified Professional Yacht Broker, and the professional standards embodied by the CPYB program guide our entire team.

Fewer Risks

Avoid costly surprises with expert vessel and systems knowledge

Stronger Negotiations

Accurate pricing backed by deep market expertise

Clear Guidance

Professional communication from listing through closing

Certified Excellence

The industry’s highest standards for ethics and expertise

June 6, 2026

2026 West Coast Selene Rendevous Recap

April 15-19, 2026 | Roche Harbor, WA

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June 4, 2026

SELENE 66 Trawler Tour - TrawlAboard Episode 29

This is the twenty ninth episode in our TrawlAboard series - a collection of trawler tours filmed on the docks at events around the world to help our viewers see some of the various choices in the market.

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May 20, 2026

New on Trawler Vision: TrawlAboard Episode 27

This is the twenty seventh episode in our TrawlAboard series - a collection of trawler tours filmed on the docks at events around the world to help our viewers see some of the various choices in the market.

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