A sailing enthusiast since age 6, I am a dedicated professional skipper with a high level of respect, knowledge and understanding for yachting.

Since 2018 and as a full-time skipper I’ve logged upwards of 50’000 nautical miles, skippering deliveries and leisure crafts which have brought me to sail a number of yachts ranging from 30 to 70-foot LOA. As it turns out, an over 10-year previous experience as site manager in construction translates well in the boating industry and gives me valuable organizational skills as well as a head start troubleshooting and tackling mechanical issues.

It is said that I’m a good communicator and I am told that I’m appreciated as a team leader. Be it on board or ashore my people skills are an asset. My grasp of French, English, Spanish and Italian, along with being comfortable in Catalan and with notions of Portuguese, also comes handy when dealing with multinational / cultural crews as well as with local authorities and craftsmen during stopovers. I am a passionate sailor with a professional attitude and a healthy understanding and respect for the sea, always putting the safety of the vessel and its crew first.

All MCA, RYA and STCW certificates were obtained at UKSA (United Kingdom Sailing Academy) in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight.

• RYA/MCA Yachtmaster™ Ocean
• RYA/MCA Yachtmaster™ Offshore
• Swiss Certificate of Competence for Ocean Yachting (Cruising Club Switzerland)
• RYA Cruising Instructor
• RYA/MCA Powerboat Level II Certificate and Personal Watercraft Proficiency
• RYA/MCA Marine Radio Short Range certificate
• GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) General Operators Certificate (GOC)
• RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance
• STCW Personal Survival Techniques
• STWC Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention
• STCW Elementary First Aid
• STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
• STCW Proficiency in Security Awareness

MCA stands for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (UK)
RYA stands for Royal Yachting Association (UK)
STCW stands for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (International Convention)