They say that success can come from being in the right place at the right time, but sometimes it can also come from being in the right place at the wrong time. 

Arrival Yacht’s founder always knew he would always go into business which is why his final year study for his Naval Architecture degree was on Sponsorship in Sailing. After an exciting false start in Andalucía where a family business quickly grew to 2 offices and 10 staff, selling over 50 new and second hand boats a year, the realisation of not making any profit brought that venture to a close – heartbreaking after 5 years of working 7 days a week! 

Mallorca was the obvious move and after 7 years of working for a family friend and learning brokerage and new boat sales of up to 40 metres, the dream began to take shape and Arrival Yachts was founded in early 2008. What came next of course was several years of incredible hardship for the marine industry as with other sectors and the company only survived thanks to almighty hard work, efficiency, integrity and low overheads! 

Today 17 years on Arrival Yachts is one of the few genuine boutique yacht brokerages and members of MYBA, that offer a first-class global service, highly personalized to their clients’ requirements. Each experienced member has a wide knowledge base, working as a dynamic team and creating solutions for the tasks at hand. 

Having sold a lot of serious motor and sailing yachts, working with most of the other big name brokerages and law firms, Arrival Yachts has earned the trust of their owners. The business probably passed a tipping point in about 2016 and today Arrival Yachts core business of 20 to 45 metres vessels is being re-written as they are working on larger sizes for select long term clients. 

From the office in Puerto Portals, Marta Stefaniak is the office manager accompanied by brokers Alex Bonet Smart and Joan Binimelis. 

Marta Stefaniak: From Poland, Marta holds a degree in Tourism and Management from the University of Poznań. Her love of exploring and unforgettable experiences, led her to Mallorca, fulfilling a lifelong dream.

With over 8 years at Arrival Yachts, Marta has refined a deep understanding of this dynamic industry, specializing in yacht sales and client services.

Off the water, she practices yoga being a certified instructor, the balance and mindfulness integrated into her approach to work and life. Whether reading, hiking the mountains of Mallorca, or travelling to exotic destinations, she lives each day with curiosity and enthusiasm.

Fluent in Polish, English, and Spanish, and learning Catalan.

Alex Bonet Smart: Alex started his professional yachting career at 19 in Saint Maarten, as a deckhand on superyachts.

He developed a deep and lasting bond with the ocean and at only 21, he achieved his first skipper’s position in Greece, marking the start of an extensive career commanding both motor and sailing yachts up to 85 feet. 

Alex has skippered six transatlantic crossings, including an 8,000-mile solo voyage aboard a classic 1967 29-foot cutter, and as professional crew delivering yachts to and from exotic locations, such as Svalbard in the Arctic. His extensive experience and resourcefulness have helped him manage refits, shipyard projects, and all aspects of vessel management.

A young family led Alex to transition to a land-based role and the last three years establishing himself as a successful yacht broker. Specializing in both motor and sail yachts up to 100 feet, he has completed numerous sales and fostered strong client relationships. Alex is highly motivated and optimistic about continued growth and a promising career. 

From an early age, Joan Binimelis has felt a deep connection to the sea—a passion inherited from his two grandfathers, both professional fishermen, who passed on their love for sailing and maritime life.

With the experience gained as a captain and his degree in Business Administration and Management, Joan has developed a comprehensive understanding of the yachting industry. His background allows him to navigate not only the technical aspects of the sector but also its legal and financial complexities, giving him a well-rounded perspective that adds value to every project he undertakes.

Passionate and dedicated, Joan has successfully turned his vocation into his profession, establishing himself as a key figure in the yachting industry.