Forging strong relationships in every voyage.
1 Ocean Yachts Group was founded with a clear mission: to deliver personalized, high-quality service in a market often driven by volume. Since its inception, the company has positioned itself as an exclusive dealer for world-renowned brands and a trusted partner for yacht sales, charters, management, and new construction. Thanks to the dedication and experience of Jose and his team, we have built strong relationships and earned the trust of a demanding clientele worldwide.
Industry expertise & career
Jose Arana Muñoz De Cote's career began in 1997 with Ferretti of America, later holding key positions at Koch Newton & Partners, Merrill-Stevens Yachts, and Fraser Yachts, one of the world’s largest superyacht brokerage firms. Over the years, he has successfully represented leading yacht brands, including Palmer Johnson, Tesoro Yachts, Bekkers Yachts, and G-Tender.
A key milestone in Jose’s career has been the strategic expansion of 1 Ocean Yachts Group’s dealership division. His ability to align with top-tier yacht builders and drive market penetration has solidified 1 Ocean Yachts Group as a dominant force in the industry.
A reputation built
on excellence.
With over 25 years of experience in the luxury yachting industry, Jose Arana Muñoz De Cote is a seasoned yacht broker, entrepreneur, and industry leader. As the Founder and CEO of 1 Ocean Yachts Group, he has built a premier brokerage and yacht services company specializing in yacht sales, charters, management, and new construction projects. His expertise spans Latin America, Europe, and the U.S., with an extensive network of high-net-worth clients, shipbuilders, and industry leaders.
Founder & CEO
Jose Arana Muñoz De Cote
Palmer Johnson
Exclusive dealer in the U.S., providing access to the iconic fleet renowned for design, performance, and luxury.
Tesoro Yachts
Sole authorized dealer for the U.S. and Latin America, offering state-of-the-art craftsmanship and innovative design.
Bekkers Yachts
Exclusive dealer for the Americas, delivering bespoke luxury vessels with cutting-edge technology.
G-Tender
Leading dealer in the U.S., redefining yacht tenders with elegance, performance, and functionality.
About 1 Ocean Yachts Group
1 Ocean Yachts Group is a premier yachting company specializing in the sale, purchase, charter, crew placement, and management of luxury yachts. As an exclusive dealer for top-tier brands, we provide expert brokerage, dealership, and advisory services worldwide.
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, we are entering an exciting phase of expansion, investing in a state-of-the-art office and showroom. This new facility will feature dedicated areas for service, warranty, dockage, and brand demonstrations, ensuring an unparalleled experience for our clients.
What started as an exclusive representation of a single brand has grown into a multi-brand powerhouse, representing some of the most prestigious and high-performing yachting brands worldwide.
Before fully committing to yachting, Jose Arana Muñoz De Cote worked in corporate marketing and business strategy at Microsoft, Ericsson, and Bell South. His multicultural expertise and fluency in English, Spanish, and Italian make him a trusted advisor in ultra-luxury assets and lifestyle investments.
As an active member of IYBA and MYBA, Jose Arana Muñoz De Cote continues to shape the future of luxury yachting. 1 Ocean Yachts Group plays a significant role at top international boat shows, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Monaco, and Cannes.
