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Fledgling New Business in Credit Crunch Times

You wouldn't have thought anyone would want to start up a new business at times such as these. Businesses seem to be collapsing weekly, banks and buildings societies closing down, and daily news is fraught with redundancies and job cuts galore. Despite this climate, it hasn't put off one new business, 'Southern Cross Yachts' who offer premier yacht brokerage and new boat sales of brands such as Bavaria, Rodman, Azimut and Legend.


The brainchild of a local man with over 20 years experience in power boating, sailing and someone who is an MCA Commercially endorsed RYA Yachtmaster, Southern Cross Yachts is one of the few companies which has jumped at the chance to break-out and start up, precisely because of fantastic opportunities which have arisen due to these credit crunch times.


Based at Yacht Haven Quay, Breakwater Road in Plymouth, Southern Cross Yachts are superbly situated and boast the UK's largest fully enclosed dry stack marina. This multi-million pound unique feature of Yacht Haven Quay allows for launching of yachts, dinghy's and powerboats alike in a matter of minutes and is a less expensive way of storing boats in the more traditional manner. It is a fully serviced boat yard and is only minutes from Plymouth Sound, with an onsite cafe, toilet and shower facilities.


Southern Cross Yachts aims to offer premier yacht brokerage at some of the cheapest commission rates, taking into account the current climate. They will be charging only 4% commission for Boats kept out until sold at their yard. Customer service is at the forefront of what is important to Southern Cross Yachts, as well as making sure they deliver efficient, friendly and reliable services.


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