
Luxury Yacht Brokers
— When Experience Counts
Your wish. Our world.
Discreet expert brokerage for buying, selling, new builds, charter, and management across Asia's finest waters and the world's most exclusive destinations.

Welcome to LYB
With decades of experience and an unparalleled track record serving clients, we deliver trusted advice, extraordinary results, and truly effortless ownership.
Based in Phuket, Thailand we guide you from the first conversation to the final handover — making yachting simple, private, and unforgettable across the globe. Navigate in the right diretion with us.



Services
Luxury Yacht Brokers



Sales & Purchase
New Builds
Yacht Valuations
Hand-selected opportunities. Expert guidance from first viewing to final delivery.
Your vision. Our expertise. Matching your needs to the world's finest shipyards.
Expert, independent valuations for purchase, sale, insurance, finance, and estate planning. Backed by real market data and years of transaction experience.



Yacht Management
Charter
Exceptional creation
Your enjoyment is our priority. Curation of your yachting lifestyle. Customized advice, service, technical oversight, and vessel setup designed just for you and your floating asset.
Your great escape, tailored just for you with our trusted partners.
of the industry's best digital assets. Stand out and ensure your message gets across leveraged by AI

About us
Expert & Independent

Experience matters
For more than 30 years, saltwater has run through Jim’s veins. An Australian with a lifelong passion for the sea, he has competed in world-renowned races, completed hundreds of vessel deliveries, and crossed the Atlantic. This depth of real-world yachting experience allows him to perfectly match the right boat with the right owner.
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Having survived the tragic 2008 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, Jim understands how to navigate adversity with calm precision. His credentials include commanding iconic maxi yachts and holding a USL Master Class 5 Captain’s License—credentials earned through thousands of miles at sea.
Philosophy
“It’s a pleasure working with like-minded ocean lovers to find the perfect vessel that truly matches their yachting lifestyle.”
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This simple yet powerful belief guides everything Senior Yacht Broker Jim Poulsen does — both in business and in life.
Trust & transparency
Jim’s global network of trusted marine professionals is built on a personal, relationship-first approach. For him, trust and transparency are non-negotiable. By deeply understanding each client’s unique needs, he charts a clear, mutually beneficial course from first conversation to successful closing.
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He believes in complete openness during negotiations and provides full support throughout every transaction — including contract management, registration, insurance, logistics, and the creation of industry-leading photography, video, and digital assets (including AI-enhanced content) that showcase each yacht at its absolute best.
Delivery
Based in Phuket, Thailand, Jim brings over 20 years of international brokerage and dealership experience with some of the world’s most respected yacht companies. Today, as owner of Luxury Yacht Brokers, he offers clients complete freedom of choice and unmatched personal attention.
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Whether working with private buyers, sellers, or leading international yacht manufacturers, Jim applies the same dedication to delivering smooth transactions and seamless handovers — every single time.