John Apps
John Apps has worked in the expedition travel industry for over 15 years both at sea, leading expeditions to remote regions the world over, and managing expedition operations from a shore-based position.
Afloat, John’s wealth of experience on and around all seven continents includes pioneering unsupported expeditions to the far reaches of Irian Jaya’s river systems, charting several previously unknown areas within these regions along the way. He led one of the first expedition voyages to the Russian Far East, only a year after the collapse of the Soviet Union, has cruised extensively through the Indo-Pacific, and is an expert on expedition cruising in the Seychelles, where he knows the more remote islands well, and has visited the remarkable Aldabra Atoll on more than 20 occasions. John has also organised and run adventure expeditions for small groups in the Caribbean aboard charter yachts.
As Ship Operations Manager of a major expedition company for over five years, John was responsible for a fleet of icebreakers and small ships in the Polar Regions. His knowledge and contacts of where to go, where to get things done, where to provision, bunker and operate within the Polar Regions is second to none and includes expertise obtaining sailing and landing permits, planning itineraries and advising on and acquiring expedition equipment. John’s numerous close friends and contacts within expedition cruising areas – from Government representatives to Customs Agents and suppliers – are a great asset in his difficult task of getting things done in remote regions. As Fleet Operations Manager, John’s experience of running a vessel for the right price was a paramount consideration; therefore his knowledge of planning itineraries, provisioning and running logistics to meet set budgets is a major strength.
John resides in Mallorca, where he is managing director of EYOS Yacht Tenders based in Palma. He works closely with super-yachts providing luxury yacht tenders and rescue boats and is also involved in the design and production of specialised inflatable boats for use in the Polar Regions and from Expedition Vessels. At EYOS John brings his understanding of expedition operations, commercial shipping and the super-yacht industry together, providing a unique and valuable combination of skills and experience.