APA Management & Expense Control
Our APA Management service is designed to provide a transparent, efficient, and fully controlled solution for handling Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) during yacht charters.
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All APA-related expenses are executed by the captain using a dedicated digital payment system. Our role is limited to planning, monitoring, reporting, and financial control, ensuring full transparency without direct handling of guest funds.
Service Scope
Pre-charter APA budget planning and forecasting
Digital payment infrastructure (captain-issued card)
Spending limits and category controls
Real-time expense monitoring
End-of-charter reconciliation and detailed reporting
How Our APA Management System Works
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APA amount is collected prior to charter and allocated for onboard operational expenses
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A dedicated payment card is issued to the captain for APA-related spending
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All payments are made digitally (Apple Pay / POS)
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Expenses are monitored and controlled by our management team
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A full reconciliation report is provided at the end of the charter
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No cash handling​
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Full transparency​
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Real-time control​
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Faster reconciliation​
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Reduced disputes at charter end
Benefits
APA Management Fee Covers
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Financial planning and budgeting
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Payment infrastructure and card management
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Administrative workload and accounting
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Continuous monitoring during charter
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Post-charter reporting and reconciliation​​
​This fee reflects the operational responsibility and financial oversight required to ensure a seamless charter experience.
Operational Flow Summary
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Service provider: Estonian registered company
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Nature of income: Management & administrative service
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APA funds: Used solely for charter-related expenses
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No cash handling
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No resale or markup on expenses
FAQ Common Questions
Q: Is APA a revenue?
A: No. APA is an advance for charter-related expenses and is reconciled at charter end.
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