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Captain & Owner's Representative – Newbuild Specialist
Palma de Mallorca, Spain · 37 years experience
Open to opportunitiesSummary
A seasoned Dutch captain and owner's representative with 37 years in yachting, including newbuild project management for 60–90m motor yachts. Combines extensive command experience with technical oversight of yard contracts, specification, sea trials and delivery. Trusted by owners to protect their investment, control costs and ensure smooth transition from build to operation, in both private and charter programmes.
Experience areas
Owner's representation10yCurrentNewbuild supervision and delivery8yCurrentCommand of 60-90m yachts18y 4mMediterranean and Caribbean seasons15y
Work experience
Employer names withheld for privacyOwner's Representative, 78m Newbuild Motor Yacht
2020 – 2026- Oversaw a 36-month build with a €55m contract, delivering within 2% of the agreed cost
- Reviewed 150+ change orders and negotiated savings of over €1.2m
- Supervised sea trials and delivery, then recruited and onboarded the first crew of 22
Captain, 85m Motor Yacht (Private / Charter)
2012 – 2020- Commanded a crew of 30 across 8 seasons covering the Med, Caribbean and Atlantic
- Managed two 12-week refits, with a combined value of €9m, completed on schedule
Captain, 60–68m Motor Yachts (Private)
2000 – 2012- Commanded two successive 60m+ yachts with zero major incidents over 12 years
- Introduced a planned maintenance system that cut unplanned repair costs by 15%
Skills
Newbuild project managementOwner's representationYard contract and specification reviewSea trials and deliveryRefit planning and cost controlCommand of 60-90m motor yachtsISM / ISPS and flag state complianceCrew recruitment for new vessels
Certifications
- Master 3000GT (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate
- GMDSS General Operator's Certificate
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