In this electronic age it is tempting to regard printed sources of data as outmoded and inefficient, but it would be a bad mistake to discount Charter Index in this way. The quarterly Charter Index printed directory is the industry's longest serving (published since 1982) and most respected quick reference publication - and continues to fulfil its specific function.

The directory is subscribed for and annually renewed by almost every Charter Agency and Central Agent in the world. This wholly subscription circulation based publication therefore proves it's value and earns it's living by providing an additional and alternative source of convenient, portable, easily understandable information for busy professionals both in and out of the office. It provides quick answers to short questions.

All Charter Index yachts are listed in the directory as well as the Online system - though for obvious reasons the depth of data on each yacht is more comprehensive in the Online system. The directory is usually used by Charter Agents for a 'first pass' review of possible yachts, before more in depth research takes place online and in consultation with Central Agents in preparation for making specific proposals to potential retail clients.