Introduction

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With 30 years experience as a sailor, and more than 16 years as a professional Seaman on private and charter yachts, my approach is to ensure safety of passengers, crew and vessel, as well as making sure that everyone enjoys their stay onboard. Through ongoing training and attention to details, I make sure your adventures is safe, comfortable and memorable.

As Captain on motor and sail yachts from 17 to 45 meters, often with limited resources, I developed a very hands-on approach and very good mechanical, electrical and maintenance skills.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and International management, I am very organized and have strong management skills. I believe safety, respect, a good sense of humor and a happy crew are the essential elements.





I hold the following yachting qualifications:
  • MCA Master 3000 GT/Chief Mate 3000GT
  • Ship Security Officer (ISPS SSO)
  • STCW95/2010 and ENG1 medical
  • RYA/DoT Yachtmaster Ocean, commercially endorsed
  • RYA/DoT Powerboat Level 2, commercially endorsed
  • MCA Approved Engine Course
  • UKSA Professional Crew and Skipper Training

In addition, I also hold the following:
  • PADI Advanced diver, Nitrox
  • Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from the University of Montreal

My strengths include:
  • Fluent English and French, basic spanish
  • Over 200 000 Nm sailing experience worldwide, 8500 hrs of nighttime watch experience and over 3500 days onboard yachts from 10m to 31m in the past 20 years.
  • Extensive knowledge of the western Med, South Pacific, South East Asia, Indian Ocean and Caribbean.
  • Excellent managerial and social skills.
  • Very good engineering, mechanical and electrical skills.