Skippern Yachts to Continue the Legacy of Sea Independent
JUNE 2026: Skippern Yachts AS is proud to announce the continuation of the distinguished legacy established by Sea Independent, one of the most respected names in international yacht brokerage over the past sixteen years.
Effective July 1, 2026, the activities and operations of Sea Independent BV will continue under the ownership and management of Skippern Yachts AS. This transition follows the decision of Sea Independent founder and CEO Marcel Borgmann to step back after more than 35 years of dedication to the international yachting industry.
Since founding Sea Independent in 2010, Marcel Borgmann has built an internationally recognized brokerage network based on professionalism, integrity, independence, and personal service. Under his leadership, Sea Independent developed into a trusted partner for yacht owners and buyers across Europe and beyond, supported by a network of experienced brokers operating in multiple countries.
For Skippern Yachts, this transition is not simply an acquisition—it is a commitment to preserving and building upon everything that Sea Independent has represented.
“Marcel has created something truly remarkable,” says Rune Riktor, Managing Director of Skippern Yachts AS. “Sea Independent earned its reputation through hard work, expertise, and an unwavering focus on clients. We are honoured by the trust Marcel has placed in us and are committed to carrying forward the values, relationships, and high standards that have defined Sea Independent for so many years.”
Rune Riktor has been associated with Sea Independent for several years as both an agent and partner, working closely with Marcel and the wider network. This longstanding relationship provides a natural foundation for continuity, ensuring that clients and partners can expect the same personal attention, international reach, and professional guidance they have come to rely upon.
While the company will continue under the Skippern Yachts name, the vision remains clear: to further develop the international brokerage platform that Marcel Borgmann and his colleagues have built over more than a decade and a half.
Reflecting on the transition, Marcel Borgmann comments:
“I am immensely proud of what we have achieved through Sea Independent. It has been an incredible journey, made possible by our clients, partners, and colleagues around the world. I have every confidence that Rune and the team at Skippern Yachts will continue this journey with the same passion and dedication that have always been at the heart of Sea Independent.”
As one chapter closes and another begins, Skippern Yachts looks forward to serving existing and future clients while honouring the legacy, reputation, and values that made Sea Independent a respected name throughout the global yachting community.
About Skippern Yachts
Skippern Yachts AS is an international yacht brokerage company based in Norway, specializing in the sale and acquisition of premium motor yachts and sailing yachts throughout Europe and internationally. The company combines local expertise with a global network, providing professional brokerage services tailored to discerning yacht owners and buyers.
About Sea Independent
Sea Independent has a worldwide network of more than 35 internationally certified yacht & ship brokers. It has extensive in-house expertise and versatile technical, financial and legal knowledge. In all corners of the world you are assured of the same high quality services offered, because Sea Independent goes the extra mile to provide exclusive care and attention to the customer.
