YachtCloud Appointed as Official Distributor of AVA
AVA Cinema Remote integrated now with OMNIYON
Rotterdam, Netherlands – 7 April 2026
AVA Cinema Remote integrated now with OMNIYON
YachtCloud is proud to announce that it is now an official distributor for AVA, strengthening its portfolio of premium control and media solutions for yachts. As part of this partnership, the AVA Cinema Remote is now fully integrated with YachtCloud’s OMNIYON system, giving owners and crew intuitive control across entertainment, climate and lighting systems.
This integration brings together AVA’s award‑winning Cinema Remote with OMNIYON’s unified control environment, allowing users to manage their yacht through multiple interfaces: tablet, smartphone and now the AVA remote itself.
One platform. Multiple interfaces. Seamless control
With AVA and OMNIYON working together, users can control:
Lights
Shades and blinds
Temperature and climate
Radio and TV channels
Media and cinema systems
Music platforms
And more
All functions are accessible from one central platform, designed to be fast, clear and easy to use, whether operated from a handheld remote, phone or tablet.
The integration also introduces AVA visuals within the OMNIYON graphical interface, delivering a consistent look and feel across all devices. This ensures a smooth user journey, regardless of how the system is accessed.
Consistent design across tablet, phone and remote
Clear visual feedback for every action
A refined experience aligned with modern yacht interiors
By becoming an official AVA distributor, YachtCloud continues its mission to deliver simple, flexible and future‑ready control systems for yachts of all sizes.
About YachtCloud YachtCloud develops innovative control and monitoring solutions for the marine industry. Its OMNIYON system brings multiple onboard systems together into one simple, user‑friendly interface.
About AVA AVA designs premium remotes and control interfaces focused on speed, simplicity and usability. AVA products are known for their refined design and effortless operation.
In high‑level corporate environments, uninterrupted focus is a competitive advantage. GEST, YachtCloud’s refined service call button, brings the same discreet efficiency found on superyachts into boardrooms, executive lounges, and private offices. With its multi‑touch functionality, customisable finishes, and intuitive design, GEST transforms how teams request support: quietly, instantly, and without breaking the flow of important discussions.
What is GEST?
GEST is a wireless, touch‑sensitive service call button designed to simplify how people request assistance. Originally created for luxury hospitality environments, it has become a powerful tool for corporate offices and private meeting spaces where discretion and efficiency matter.
Key capabilities include:
Multi‑touch call routing: different touch patterns can trigger different service requests (IT support, coffee service, office manager, security, etc.).
Silent, interruption‑free communication: no knocking, no phone calls, no messaging apps during meetings.
Custom finishes: materials and colours can be tailored to match the interior design of boardrooms, lounges, and executive suites.
Executives often need assistance from technical help, refreshments to documents, without pausing the conversation or stepping out of the room. GEST enables:
Instant service requests with a single tap
Zero disruption to speakers or participants
A more polished, professional meeting experience
This is especially useful when hosting VIP clients, government delegations, or strategic partners.
Direct calls to the right person
GEST’s multi‑touch system allows offices to assign different functions to different call:
Icon 1 → Coffee or refreshments
Icon 2 → IT support
Icon 3 → Office manager or secretary
Icon 4 → Security or special requests
Long press → emergency
This ensures requests reach the correct team immediately, reducing delays and miscommunication.
Designed to match any interior
Corporate spaces invest heavily in aesthetics. GEST can be finished in:
Brushed metal
Matte black
Wood veneers
Custom colors
Branding elements (company’s logo or name engraved)
The device blends into high‑end meeting rooms, executive lounges, and reception areas without looking like a gadget.
Case studies
Government office in the UAE
A major government institution in the UAE integrated GEST into its large meeting rooms and private discussion areas. These spaces often host sensitive conversations, diplomatic meetings, and strategic planning sessions.
Request refreshments or technical support silently
Maintain privacy without staff entering unexpectedly
Keep discussions flowing without interruptions
The result is a more controlled, secure, and efficient meeting environment, aligned with the high standards expected in government facilities.
VIP Lounge in a European airport
A private club lounge in a leading European airport uses GEST to elevate guest service. VIP travellers and club members can request all with a simple tap of the button:
Drinks or snacks
Concierge assistance
Travel support
Meeting room services
This discreet system enhances the luxury experience, reduces wait times, and ensures staff can respond quickly and accurately to guest needs.
How GEST enhances corporate hospitality
Improves service response times
Reduces interruptions during critical conversations
Creates a premium, concierge‑style experience
Supports privacy and confidentiality
Strengthens brand perception through thoughtful design
For companies hosting high‑profile clients or managing sensitive operations, GEST becomes more than a convenience, it becomes a strategic asset.
GEST brings the elegance and efficiency of superyachthospitality into the corporate world. Whether in a government boardroom, a multinational headquarters, or an exclusive airport lounge, it ensures that service is always available, yet never intrusive.
For Heads of Interior, Chief Stews and Interiors, laundry is a high-volume, high-responsibility operation. Valuable garments, demanding turnaround times and multiple crew handling items leave little room for error. Onboard laundry often involves:
High volumes during guest trips
Delicate and high-value garments
Crew uniforms and personal items
Tight turnaround times
Risk of misplaced or pre-damaged items
Lack of clear tracking systems
LaundryBoard was developed specifically for luxury yacht operations to eliminate these pain points and provide full transparency from start to finish by bringing structure, visibility and accountability to the entire process.
Every item is digitally recorded and assigned, creating clarity from intake through to delivery.
Protection & Accountability
Luxury garments require careful handling. Disputes over damaged clothing can damage more than just fabric, they can impact guest satisfaction and onboard harmony.
LaundryBoard enables you to:
Upload images of garments upon intake
Log existing damage before washing
Attach notes and requirements to each item
This creates a clear record that protects both crew and yacht operations.
No more uncertainty. No more guesswork.
Full Operational overview
The system provides a live overview of:
Active laundry loads
Garment status
Guest and crew items
Outstanding actions
Advanced filters allow you to sort by cabin, guest, trip or status, giving Interior leadership immediate oversight without micromanaging.
Simple, Secure, Browser-Based
LaundryBoard operates via browser, accessible from onboard devices with no complex installation. It is fully customisable to suit private or charter programmes and different yacht sizes.
The result is a controlled, transparent laundry process aligned with superyacht standards.
The Complete Guide for Superyacht Captains, Crew & Owners
Running a superyacht means managing far more than navigation and five-star hospitality. Today’s yachts operate as floating estates, with strict security demands, high-profile guests, rotating crew, and constant contractor access. In this environment, knowing exactly who is on board, when they arrived, and why is no longer just good practice; it’s crucial.
That’s where a Visitor Management System (VMS) for yachts comes in.
While many land-based solutions exist, the yachting industry faces completely different challenges. CrewBoard by YachtCloud is designed specifically for superyachts.
What Is a Visitor Management System?
A visitor management system is a digital tool that tracks, records, and manages the flow of people boarding and disembarking a vessel, such as crew, guests, contractors, day workers, agents, and more. But unlike land-based offices, yachts face unique requirements:
Frequent harbour changes
High-security profiles
Changing crew rotations
Limited space for paperwork
ISPS/MLC compliance obligations
Interaction with port authorities and security gate staff
A yacht-specific VMS must combine efficiency, mobility, and security, while staying simple enough for the busy crew to operate.
Why Yachts Need a Dedicated Visitor Management System
1. Enhanced On-Board Security
Superyachts often host UHNWIs, charter guests, or celebrities. Security teams need instant visibility over:
Who is on board
When they last checked in
Their purpose of visit
Whether they have completed safety briefings
With CrewBoard, this data is available in real time, from any device, anywhere on the vessel.
2. Replace Paper Logs With Digital, Tamper-Proof Records
Traditional logbooks are slow, error-prone, and difficult to audit. A digital VMS automatically records:
Arrival & departure timestamps
Visitor identity details
Crew rotations
Muster lists and headcounts
This results in clean data, faster reporting, and peace of mind during inspections.
3. Streamlined Guest & Contractor Check-In
Superyachts rely on a constant flow of personnel, including chefs, engineers, florists, personal trainers, provisioning staff, AV/IT specialists, and more.
Features ideal for yachts include:
Printed guest badges
NDA or safety video acknowledgment
SMS/email notifications tothe crew when a visitor arrives
4. ISPS & MLC Compliance Made Simple
Port authorities increasingly expect accurate digital records. CrewBoard supports compliance through:
Accurate access logs
Emergency muster data
Automated sign-in/out reporting
Audit-ready documentation
During safety drills or real emergencies, captains and security officers can instantly access a full list of all persons on board.
5. Better Crew Management
Yacht crew operate on tight schedules and rotations, making crew tracking just as important as visitor tracking.
CrewBoard includes tools tailored for maritime operations:
Crew sign-on/sign-off
Rotations and leave tracking
Overnight status
Alerts when crew members are overdue to return
This increases operational efficiency and minimises risk.
A Smarter, Discreet Way to Deliver Exceptional Service
In modern corporate life, time, discretion, and service quality matter more than ever. Whether you are running a high-level meeting, hosting important clients, or managing a team of busy executives, the ability to request support quickly without disrupting workflow is essential.
Phones, messaging apps, and internal chat systems may be convenient, but in a meeting or executive setting, they can also be distracting, inappropriate, or simply too slow. Walking out of a room to seek assistance disrupts concentration and diminishes the professional atmosphere.
GEST solves this with a single, elegant solution: A discreet button that quietly alerts the right team, at the right moment, without a word being spoken.
Clients feel attentively cared for, executives stay focused, and your staff can work more efficiently.
Meeting Rooms: Support Arrives the Moment You Need It
Every meeting room has its pressure points, last-minute technical issues, missing refreshments, or the need for documentation mid-discussion. These moments often disrupt the presentation’s pace or require someone to step out to seek assistance.
All without breaking eye contact or pausing the agenda.
For visiting clients, this feels polished and professional. For internal teams, it simply makes life easier.
Executive and Private Offices: Quiet, Effortless Service
xecutives operate under constant pressure, and their environment needs to support them, not slow them down. GEST provides a discreet way to summon assistance without picking up a phone, sending a message, or interrupting the flow of a meeting.
It is ideal for:
CEO and board-level offices
Government and ministerial spaces
Private banking rooms
High-security environments where discretion is essential
Whether the request is for documents, refreshments, technical support, or support staff, GEST ensures it is handled quietly and efficiently.
Waiting Areas and Client Spaces: A Higher Standard of Hospitality
First impressions matter. GEST helps your team deliver attentive, five-star service in waiting rooms, lounges, reception areas, and private client zones.
When guests arrive, your staff can respond quickly by preparing refreshments, arranging meeting rooms, or coordinating internal teams. Service becomes smoother, more personal, and far more efficient.
Custom-Designed to Reflect Your Corporate Identity
Despite its refined appearance, GEST is remarkably easy to integrate into your operations:
Connects via WiFi, no complex wiring
Quick installation across multiple rooms or entire floors
Sends real-time notifications to your service teams
Provides analytics and monthly reports to help you measure performance
You gain a clear understanding of how your teams work, where bottlenecks appear, and how service can be improved, turning data into stronger operations.
Why Corporate Leaders Choose GEST
Organisations that value efficiency, privacy, and premium service quickly see the advantages of GEST. It removes friction from everyday tasks and enhances the experience for both staff and guests.
Create a more polished, luxury corporate environment
It’s a small device that quietly and powerfully changes how your workplace operates.
Elevate Your Office Experience
GEST enables your team to request service anywhere, at any time, with complete discretion and efficiency. For companies that value professionalism, hospitality, and brand excellence, it becomes an essential part of daily operations.
GEST Servers Comparison
Area
Local – Physical server
Local – Virtual server (VM)
Cloud
Connection
Runs on site Can work offline No push notifications when offline
Runs on site (virtualised) Can work offline No push notifications when offline
Hosted remotely Internet connection required Push notifications available
Updates & maintenance
Updates on request You control the timing
Updates on request You control the timing
Updates scheduled by us May cause planned downtime
Backups
Possible if external or network storage is provided
Possible if external or network storage is provided
Weekly snapshot taken automatically
Restore options
Restore on request
Restore on request Snapshots allow restore on demand
No restore on demand System only reverted in case of severe, widespread issues
Integrations
Supports local system integrations, such as Crestron and OMNIYON.
Supports local system integrations, such as Crestron and OMNIYON.
Does not support any integrations
Level of control
High
High
Limited
Best suited for
Organisations that require offline access, strict control, and run their own hardware
Organisations that want offline access, high control, and fast recovery via snapshots
Organisations that prefer a managed service, are always online, and accept limited restore options
