In a statement issued by the Florida-based Island Packet Yachts, Bill Bolin, vice president of sales and marketing, said: ‘Premier’s ideal central location in Swanwick, and their highly knowledgeable staff, makes this a very easy decision for us.’

The UK market has been incredibly strong for us over the years, he added, and to have some key alumni from our long standing relationship with Peters~Opal now on staff at Premier is an ideal scenario for us and for Island Packet owners.

Premier will be displaying four Island Packet boats at the Southampton Boat Show.