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Mark Wattrus – Catamaran Specialist | Yacht Broker | Born and raised on the coast of South Africa—home to some of the world’s premier catamaran builders—Mark Wattrus was immersed in the marine lifestyle from an early age. His passion for the ocean first took shape through freedive spearfishing, where he trained under world record holder Trevor Hutton. That deep connection with the sea would eventually shape a global career both on deck and behind the scenes in the yacht industry. At just 18, Mark was awarded a bursary to earn his 200-Ton Captain’s License, and by 19, he had already skippered a 50ft catamaran to Madagascar through the Mozambican channel. Over the next decade, he logged multiple transatlantic and Indian Ocean crossings, and served aboard both high-performance sailing yachts and luxury catamarans. His hands-on sailing experience spans expedition charters, dive programs, delivery passages, and private liveaboard charters in the Seychelles, Madagascar, East Africa, and throughout the Caribbean—often alongside his wife, Halle, a professionally trained yacht chef. Mark’s technical proficiency was shaped in part by time spent in engine rooms learning under an Argentinian marine engineer. That early mentorship sparked a broader interest in marine systems, leading him to work closely with boatyards, shipyards, and manufacturers. He has since overseen major refits, supervised complex repair work, and most recently, managed the design, build, and successful delivery of two 57ft catamarans—guiding each project from concept to completion. As a professional yacht broker, Mark has developed a trusted reputation for navigating complex transactions with discretion, clarity, and care. He has facilitated the sale and purchase of catamarans across multiple continents, working closely with international clients, legal teams, surveyors, insurers, and shipyards. His deep understanding of contracts, marine documentation, flagging, and tax considerations ensures a seamless experience for buyers and sellers alike. Mark also holds a degree in Marketing and wrote his final thesis whilst sailing across the South Atlantic with his Halle. Whether you're looking to purchase a performance cruising catamaran, sell a liveaboard-ready vessel, or enter the charter market, Mark’s global network and specialist knowledge make him a valuable partner at every stage of the process. Mark is now based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with his wife Halle and their daughter Lily. When not sailing or working with clients, the family enjoys hiking and spearfishing in remote destinations.
"Can't Compliment Mark in any way that is rewarding of his knowledge, integrity and work ethic. You should have no hesitation about hiring Mark to represent your goals. Grateful for all his good work."
"Ultimate professional Mark Wattrus has been an excellent yacht broker. He is the ultimate professional, providing a board range of advice and always working for my best interest. He was an excellent communicator, and he was always readily available to answer any questions by phone, email or text. His team provided excellent support."
"Absolute customer focus We engaged Mark after we had a very disappointing experience with a previous broker. Mark immediately and seamlessly arranged the many details needed to achieve a successful outcome. He communicated regularly, (we were halfway round the world away), was a pleasure to work with, organised everything that needed attending, to and provided us with the confidence our interests were being looked after. The sales process was quickly and efficiently backed up by Catamaran Brokerages’ back office. We unreservedly recommend Catamaran Brokerage as a great company to handle sales in a professional and friendly manner, and especially Mark Wattrus for reflecting that approach and his absolute customer focus. Thanks Mark!"
"The BEST boat broker Mark Wattrus is the BEST boat broker around. He went above and beyond to help us in buying and selling our boat. He is super knowledgeable and seems to know everyone in the industry. So grateful for all his help"
"An outstanding experience We recently sold our vessel through Catamaran Brokerage and had the absolute pleasure of working with Mark Wattrus. From start to finish, Mark demonstrated incredible professionalism, expertise, and dedication. He guided us seamlessly through the entire process, ensuring we felt informed and confident every step of the way. If you’re looking to buy or sell a vessel, Mark is undoubtedly the broker you want in your corner. His commitment to his clients and his extensive knowledge of the market truly set him apart. Highly recommend! Thank you, Mark and Catamaran Brokerage, for an outstanding experience!"
"Mark was such a professional every step of our journey! He was attentive, very knowledgeable and truly cared that we found the right boat for us. He stuck with us when it was not easy. He is not the typical broker looking for a quick deal and if you ask too many questions he stops returning your call ...we will always work with Mark and hope you will too! He deserves it!"
