risk class
Low RiskInvestment only into tangible, cashflowing assets.Fixed Yield
8% Fixed1Secure 8% returns, paid out regularly.Performance Yield
11.75% projectedProjected annualized2 carried interest paid at end of term.ticket size
€100,000 minimumInvestment entry at €100k minimum.term
6 yearsStandard closed-fund structure with long term stability.
Premise
What am I investing in?
- HelmShare's Alternative Income Fund is a product offered to investors with a guaranteed 8% yield primarily from cashflows of the year-round operation of a fleet of charter yachts.
- HelmShare permits solely accredited investors to make investments after they have evaluated their investment goals and risk appetite, and have procured independent counsel from professionals and specialists when required.
- HelmShare primarily generates income through charter yachts & real estate purchased with your capital. Real estate and alternative assets add diversification while hedging against yacht depreciation.
- Each SPV controls a fleet of 3-5 yachts operating in popular markets (i.e. Seychelles).
Strategy
What is the value proposition?
- Luxury yacht charters provide a demand-inelastic, stable cash flow.
- Investments backed by tangible assets mitigate bond market volatility.
- A closed-fund structure ensures a predictable yield on capital.
- Real estate diversification hedges against yacht depreciation.
- Charters and diversified assets offer fixed returns.
- Global operations across a diverse yacht portfolio.
- Stability through a 10% cap on leveraged investments.
- Tangible assets yield secure, competitive returns.
- Partnerships with leading charter companies ensure reliable revenue streams.
- Focus on eco-friendly yachts aligns with growing market demand.
- Expansion into emerging markets to capture growth opportunities.
Charter Market Overview
The charter industry has shown remarkable growth and resilience over the past decade, with a steady CAGR of 5.4% from 2018 to 2023. Looking ahead, the industry is projected to continue its robust expansion, with an impressive forecasted CAGR as markets rebound & recover from recent turmoil.
- 2018-2023 CAGR: 5.4%, market growth from USD 6.5B to USD 8.5B.
- 2024-2032 forecast: 12.2% CAGR, reaching USD 19.78B by 2032.
- Motor Yachts dominate; Sailing Yachts gain on eco-friendly appeal.
- Europe leads; Asia-Pacific fastest growing due to rising incomes, policy support.
- Growth drivers: High-net-worth individuals, tech advancements, eco-friendly yachts.
- Challenges: High operational costs, luxury spending's economic sensitivity.
- Opportunities: Expansion in Asia, Latin America; yacht design innovations.
finally
Profit from yacht chartering. Without the pitfalls.
Benefits
Why invest in a charter fleet?
Fixed Yield: Receive fixed return from your investment.
Low Risk: Funds are invested into cashflowing, hard assets with real tangible value.
Asset Backed: Invest in tangible assets that offer cashflow and real securitization.
Quarterly Payouts: Enjoy consistent returns with regular quarterly distributions to your bank account.
Transparent: Track the performance of your assets in real-time with complete transparency.
Inelastic demand: Demand for luxury charters has proven to be resilient to market trends and even pandemics.
How is the 8% income fixed?
Through a binding agreement with our chartering partners.
Corporate & Tax Structure
Diligently structured to ease tax and administrative burdens.
| Type | Entity | Country | Compliance Standards |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Partner | HelmShare LLC* | Dubai, UAE | Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) |
| Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) | HelmShare Prime LLC* | Cayman Islands | Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) |
| Trust Issuer | TBA* | Dublin, Ireland | Central Bank of Ireland |
| Payment Agent | TBA* | Zurich, Switzerland | Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) |
| Counsel - Onshore | TBA* | Dubai, UAE | Dubai Legal Affairs Department |
| Counsel - Offshore | TBA* | Cayman Islands | Cayman Islands Legal Practitioners Association (CILPA) |
| Audit Partner | Deloitte* | Global | International Standards on Auditing (ISA) Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Know Your Customer (KYC) |
Partners
Our fund support network.
Interested In Investing?
How It Works
What to expect in our fund subscription process.
- Step 1Consultation
Schedule an initial consultation with our fund manager to discuss your investment goal, investor qualification and risk tolerance, subscription process, payout process and principle return at fund maturity.
- Step 2Qualification
Register your interest in the fund and submit docs to validate Accredited Investor status according to RegD 506(c) guidelines (usually a 10minute process). You will be contacted by our fund manager when the official fundraise begins.
- Step 3Subscription
Complete the subscription process by signing the investment agreement and transferring funds to secure your position in the investment.
- Step 4Fund Payouts
Receive quarterly payouts from the fund's cashflow-generating activities, such as chartering yachts and real estate rentals.
- Step 5Quarterly Reports
Review quarterly reports detailing the fund's performance, asset management strategies, and market analysis. Reports contain up to the minute sales data from asset performance.
- CLOSEPrinciple Payback
At the end of the 6-year investment term, receive a 100% payback of your principal investment amount as outlined in the fund's terms.
Fund Strategy
Capital Distribution
HelmShare primarily generates income through charter yachts & real estate purchased with your capital. Real estate and alternative assets add diversification while hedging against yacht depreciation.
Luxury Charter Yachts
We've partnered with world-renown chartering companies that operate year-round charter yachts for profit.
70%
Why:Income Generation
- Growing sector
- Stable, predictable income
- Market demand inelascicity
Real Estate
A portion of the portfolio is allocated to real estate development projects in Portugal for cashflow and capital gains.
20%
Why:Captal Appreciation
- Yacht depreciation offset
- Predictable yield
- Tried and true
Alternative Assets
The fund leverages asset equity to acquire high-yield, liquid bond assets through reputable partner funds1.
10%
Why:Diversification
- Liquid
- High yield
- Asset diversification
Which yachts?
HelmShare fleets are comprised of 40-60ft sailing catamarans from only the best production brands. These are chosen for their popularity, flexibility, quality, and low depreciation.
As of 06/12/2025. Percentages are rough indicators and may deviate slightly according to fund activities.
Interested In Investing?
See if you qualify.
This fund is exclusively for Accredited Investors.
HelmShare is an exclusive fund available only to experienced, accredited investors. Each potential investor will undergo a standard vetting process through our partner InvestorVerify.com.
How Much You Earn
Earnings Projection
Use the calculator below to see your fixed and projected earnings.
Minimum investment €100,000
Annual Schedule
Quarterly Payout
Paid every 3 months at 2% rate.
€2,0002%Annual Payout
8% fixed annual return.
€8,0008%Target Annualized Yield
11.75% total annual return (difference reinvested).
€11,75011.75%
End of Term Yields
Fixed Returns (Already Paid)
48% total already paid out over 6 years.
€48,00048.00%End-of-Term Bonus
22.5% accumulated difference paid at end.
€22,50022.50%Total ROI for Investor
Principal + 70.5% total return over 6-year term.
€70,50070.50%
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