Name: Alexander Podolsky
Position: Captain
Nationality: French
Languages: English and French

Captain Alexander is an experienced and professional yacht captain with over five years of hands-on experience across the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Australia. He is known for his strong leadership, guest-focused approach, and ability to manage yacht operations to a high standard, always with safety, service, and smooth execution in mind.

His recent experience includes captaining luxury vessels such as a Sunseeker Manhattan 68 in Malta and a VanDutch 55 in Saint Martin, as well as working as Fleet Manager in Dubai, where he oversaw a fleet of luxury charter yachts, crew management, maintenance planning, charter coordination, and day-to-day operational readiness. This combination of captaincy and fleet oversight reflects a well-rounded and capable professional with strong technical and organisational understanding.

With additional experience in deliveries, tender operations, guest transfers, mechanical work, and private owner cruising, Alexander brings a practical, service-led, and highly adaptable approach to life on board. Calm under pressure and committed to maintaining high standards, he is well suited to both private and charter yacht environments.

Qualifications: RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Commercially Endorsed 200GT) | STCW Basic Safety Training | ENG1 Medical Certificate | VHF Short Range Certificate | Efficient Deck Hand MCA | Malta Seaman Records Book

Name: Ines Härström
Position: Chef
Nationality: Swedish
Languages: Swedish, English, Norwegian, Spanish, Italian, Danish

Ines is a motivated and versatile Swedish chef with seven years of global hospitality experience and proven longevity across multiple charter seasons in Europe and the Caribbean. Growing up by the ocean, she developed an early passion for boating, watersports, and life at sea — a passion that naturally evolved into a career in yachting.

With hands-on experience across deck, interior, and galley roles, Ines brings a rare blend of seamanship, service excellence, and culinary skill. Her background includes charter work on sailing catamarans and monohulls, private yacht service aboard a 44m motor yacht, and high-volume hospitality roles on a 122m cruise vessel. She is known for her adaptability, strong work ethic, and commitment to creating memorable guest experiences in every environment.

Name: Sunny Wheatley
Position: Deckhand
Nationality: British
Languages: English

Sunny is a dedicated and enthusiastic deckhand with a strong passion for life at sea and delivering exceptional experiences for guests on board. With a positive attitude and a hands-on approach, Sunny brings energy, professionalism, and reliability to every aspect of deck operations. From watersports and guest activities to maintaining the yacht’s exterior to the highest standards, she takes pride in ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely on board.

She thrives in the dynamic environment of yachting, where teamwork and attention to detail are essential. Her friendly nature and proactive mindset make her a valuable part of the crew, always ready to assist guests and contribute to creating memorable days on the water. Whether preparing the yacht for a day of adventure or helping guests enjoy the ocean, Sunny brings enthusiasm and professionalism to every journey.