About Berthon Essential

What is Berthon Essential?

Berthon Essential is a dedicated brokerage platform operated by the Berthon Sales Group, created for quality brokerage boats for sale, available internationally and handled across all our offices.

It brings together the Berthon Sales Group’s long-established brokerage expertise with a focused approach designed specifically for buying and selling boats in this segment, without compromising on service, professionalism, or care. Berthon has been trading as a brokerage house since 1935, and the business has been evolving ever since. Our offices now span five countries across two continents.

Why Choose Berthon Essential?

Every boat listed with Berthon Essential is represented by an experienced Berthon Sales Group broker, which is our model across the Berthon Sales Group fleet. Owners benefit from dedicated broker support throughout the sales process, with full access to Berthon’s proven systems, contracts, negotiation expertise, and international client network.

Meet Our Essential Fleet Manager

The Berthon Essential fleet is overseen by Sophie Kemp, an experienced Berthon yacht broker who manages the day-to-day coordination of Essential listings for the wider brokerage team. As the Brand Champion for Berthon Essential, Sophie is focused on consistency, attention to detail, and smooth communication. Owners and purchasers therefore benefit from dedicated broker representation, as well as this additional layer of oversight provided by Sophie.

Sophie has been part of the Berthon family since 2016 and has 10 years of brokerage experience. She can help guide you through the process of boat listing and will also support buyers from their initial enquiry right through to completion and beyond.

Marketing & Global Reach

The marketing programme for Berthon Essential is delivered by Berthon’s in-house team in Lymington, providing Berthon’s unique high-quality specifications and photography. This includes inclusion on the dedicated Berthon Essential web platform, as well as on YachtWorld.

Our Commitment

Berthon Essential has been crafted to make the sale of smaller boats clearer, more efficient, and better supported, without compromising the expertise and personal service for which the Berthon Sales Group is known. It reflects Berthon’s belief that every boat and every owner deserves the same care and commitment. Berthon Essential has been designed to be an effective sales platform for boats in this segment.

For more information about how we can help, please click to learn how to buy and sell through Berthon Essential, and discover why you should use Berthon Essential to sell your boat.