Northrop & Johnson is a global luxury yacht brokerage, charter, and management company founded in 1949 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is one of the longest-established full-service yacht advisory businesses in the world, providing comprehensive services to yacht owners, buyers, and charterers across the international superyacht market.

The company's primary divisions include yacht sales and purchase brokerage, yacht charter, yacht management, new construction supervision, and crew placement. Northrop & Johnson's brokerage team handles the sale of yachts ranging from approximately 24 meters to over 100 meters in length. The charter division manages a portfolio of yachts available for charter in major cruising destinations including the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific.

Northrop & Johnson was acquired by MarineMax, a publicly traded recreational boat and yacht dealer (NYSE: HZO), which expanded the firm's reach within the marine industry. The company maintains offices in Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Newport, Monaco, and other yachting hubs.

The yacht management division provides full operational oversight for owners, including crew management, regulatory compliance, financial administration, maintenance scheduling, and voyage planning. The new construction consultancy guides clients through the process of commissioning custom yachts at shipyards worldwide. Northrop & Johnson participates in major international yacht shows including the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the Monaco Yacht Show, and the Palm Beach International Boat Show. Charter rates for yachts in the company's portfolio typically range from $30,000 to over $1,000,000 per week.

Luxury Yachts

Northrop & Johnson's brokerage division handles the sale and purchase of yachts from 24 meters to over 100 meters. The firm also provides new construction supervision, guiding clients through the process of commissioning custom superyachts at shipyards worldwide. The company is owned by MarineMax and maintains offices in Fort Lauderdale, Monaco, and other yachting centers.

Yacht Charter

Northrop & Johnson manages a portfolio of luxury yachts available for charter in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas, and other cruising destinations. Founded in 1949, the firm provides full charter management, itinerary planning, and concierge services. Charter rates range from $30,000 to over $1,000,000 per week depending on vessel size and season.