Will Bagshaw

About Will

Will Bagshaw is a luxury superyacht broker with over a decade of experience in brokerage and a wider career spanning more than 30 years in the yachting industry. Since joining Edmiston in 2018, he has built a strong track record in the sale of large yachts, drawing on extensive experience across construction, operations and command.

Areas of Expertise

Will’s expertise is centred on the sale of large motor yachts, particularly in the 60 metre plus segment. His background across shipbuilding and time at sea allows him to advise clients with a detailed understanding of construction, performance and operational requirements.

• Yacht sales of 60m+ motor yachts
• Large yacht transactions across 30–105m
• Technical and operational advisory
• Shipyard and construction insight
• Owner and captain-level perspective

Experience in the Superyacht Industry

Will has been involved in the yachting industry for over 30 years, beginning his career at Austal/Oceanfast as an apprentice shipwright and fabricator. This early experience provided a strong technical foundation in yacht construction and engineering. He then spent 15 years at sea, working on a number of high-profile yachts including NOA VII, APOGEE and SIREN, before taking command of CAPRI and TITANIA as Captain. This period gave him extensive operational experience and a detailed understanding of yacht management, crew dynamics and owner expectations. Transitioning into brokerage, Will has worked in yacht sales for over 10 years, completing 29 transactions to date. His experience represents more than €700 million in yacht sales, across vessels ranging from 30 to 105 metres and involving 17 different shipyards. This breadth of exposure has given him a comprehensive view of both the technical and commercial aspects of the market.

Approach to Brokerage

Will takes a direct and practical approach to brokerage, shaped by his experience in construction and as a captain. He focuses on providing clear, informed advice, ensuring that clients understand both the technical and commercial aspects of each opportunity. His approach is grounded in credibility and experience, with an emphasis on aligning the realities of ownership with client objectives. This allows him to guide clients through transactions with confidence, particularly at the larger end of the market where detail and execution are critical.