Christensen Shipyards in Washington State developed resin-infused composite construction for superyacht hulls, producing a build method that delivers lighter displacement, lower fuel consumption, and quieter running than steel alternatives at the sizes the yard produces. The charter fleet reflects this technical emphasis: fast, efficient motor yachts with American interiors that are well-suited to cruising between Saint Martin’s varied anchorages and the wider Leeward Islands beyond.
Saint Martin is a particularly well-suited base for a Christensen Shipyards charter because the efficient hull makes covering the island’s varied anchorages easy. The French north coast from Anse Marcel to Grand Case, the lagoon entrance at Simpson Bay, Marigot in the southwest, and Oyster Pond on the east coast can all be visited within a day’s comfortable cruising. The French side brings Michelin-quality restaurants and a distinctly European atmosphere. The Dutch side brings the infrastructure of Sint Maarten: well-stocked provisioning, marinas, chandleries, and airport connections at Princess Juliana. Christensen Shipyards charter rates run from 75,000 to 200,000 euros per week. The advance provisioning allowance adds roughly 30 percent.
Beyond the island, Saint Barths lies 20 nautical miles to the southeast, and Anguilla is a short run to the north.
