Nicholson Leadership
Mike Hutton
Co-Owner & Head of Charter
Nicholson — The Original Yacht Charter Company since 1949
About Mike
Mike Hutton is Co-Owner and Head of Charter at Nicholson Yachting, bringing more than 20 years of international experience across yacht charter, management and brokerage. He leads Nicholson's charter division, working closely with yacht owners, captains and charter clients to deliver a highly personal and knowledgeable service.
Mike has spent the majority of his career within the international yacht charter industry, holding senior positions encompassing charter management, yacht representation and client services. Prior to Nicholson, he served as Director of Charter at YATCO, where he worked with brokers, owners and industry professionals across the global charter market. His career has given him extensive experience in developing and managing charter programmes, representing yachts to the international brokerage community and creating tailored charter experiences for clients. With a strong international network and an in-depth understanding of both the operational and commercial sides of yacht charter, Mike brings a pragmatic, relationship-led approach to the business. His focus at Nicholson is on growing the company's international charter portfolio while maintaining the personal service and long-term client relationships that have always been central to the Nicholson name.
Areas of Expertise
Luxury yacht charter curation
Charter management and yacht representation
Mediterranean and Caribbean charter destinations
Crewed superyacht selection
International client services and relationships
Expert Articles by Mike
The History of Yacht Charter in Antigua
Antigua is where the yacht charter industry was born. This is the story of how a wartime schooner and a naval family's arrival in 1949 created what would become a global industry.
Understanding APA on a Yacht Charter
APA — the Advance Provisioning Allowance — is the most misunderstood aspect of yacht charter pricing. Here is what it covers, how it works, and what to expect at the end of your charter.
How the Modern Yacht Charter Industry Began
The yacht charter industry did not begin with a business plan. It began with a family, a wartime schooner, and an informal request to go sailing. Here is how it grew into a global industry.