PROVOCATEUR Yacht Charter

Didier brings big-yacht command and calm to Provocateur, reading weather, traffic, and guest mood fast so the boat feels controlled, unhurried, and always pointed at the best water. When pressure spikes, he stays cold and keeps the program tight.

• Over 20 years of yachting experience on large motor yachts over 60m
• Holds Yacht Master 3000, ECDIS, and SSO certifications
• Background managing both private and charter operations worldwide
• Fluent in French, English, German, and Italian

Ryan keeps the machinery quiet and the comfort loud, tuning engines, power, and hotel systems so you get range, silence, and cool air without ever seeing the work. When something blinks, he’s already two steps into the fix.

• Chief Engineer 3000kW qualification
• Over 6 years of yachting industry experience
• Skilled in CNC machining, 3D technical design, welding, painting, and carpentry
• Background in large-scale mechanical and general engineering

Victor runs the bridge and decks like a disciplined flight deck, lining up navigation, safety, and toys so guest moves stay sharp and controlled. He turns bridge routines into clean, predictable days for you on the water.

• Holds Master 500, OOW Unlimited, and European CoC
• Strong ISM, FFE, and LSA management experience
• Recent 2nd Officer on a 92m private and charter vessel
• Experienced with tenders, RIBs, jet skis, and diving operations

Valeriia runs the interior like a precise theatre—service, cabins, and details all hitting on cue so your day flows without friction. She reads guests fast and tunes the whole team to your pace and style.

• 8 years of yacht experience on both motor and sailing yachts
• Experienced leading interior teams on private and charter yachts
• ENG1, STCW with PSA/PDSD, silver service, sommelier, and food safety & hygiene certifications
• Fluent in English and Russian

Johnny keeps the decks tight and the moves smooth, from docking runs to toy launches, so everything outside looks clean and controlled when you step out. He blends officer-level judgment with hands-on hustle.

• Background as Chief Officer/Engineer on various yachts
• Experienced in watch-keeping, navigation, line handling, and manoeuvring
• Extensive yacht delivery and maintenance experience
• Fluent in English and French

Lynne‑Marie is the quiet engine behind the interior, keeping cabins sharp, service fast, and details aligned so the yacht always feels freshly staged for you. She turns high guest counts into clean, manageable rhythm.

• Experience on yachts from 35m to 139m
• STCW, ENG1, PSA, PDSD, and Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety
• Skilled in flower arrangement, table decorating, and bartending
• Background in both yachting and shore-based hospitality

Zane works the line between deck and engineering, keeping toys ready, decks clean, and systems behaving so your playtime doesn’t stall. When something electrical or mechanical twitches, he hunts it down fast.

• Experience in electrical and mechanical engineering and audio technology
• Hands-on work in engine room detailing, maintenance, and repairs
• Holds STCW ’10 and ENG1 certificates
• Expertise in automated control systems, electrical automation, and fault finding

William fires out focused, restaurant-level plates that track the day—light when you’re chasing toys, deep and layered when the night slows down. He builds menus with intent, not noise, so every meal lands sharp.

• Professional French baccalaureate degree in culinary arts (2018)
• Further culinary studies at the Institut Paul Bocuse
• Background in Michelin-starred restaurants before joining yachting in 2022
• Languages: French, English, Spanish

Monika flips from service to wellness without missing a beat, turning a charter day into something that feels like a moving spa when you want it. She reads tension fast and quietly strips it out of the trip.

• Holds STCW 2023 and RYA Powerboat Level 2
• Holistic Body Massage Diploma
• Background in personal training, hospitality, and housekeeping
• Fluent in English and Polish

Cara keeps the small touches tight—glasses polished, cabins reset, guests engaged—so the service feels bright and alive, not stiff. She plugs into the interior flow and keeps it moving clean.

• Holds STCW ’10, PDSD, MCA Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2, and ENG1 Medical
• Experience in silver service, wine knowledge, and interior styling
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans; basic German
• Focused on guest-facing service in fast-paced yachting operations

Francois backs up both deck and engine room, keeping tenders, toys, and core systems running so guest plans don’t slip. He’s the guy in the background making sure the hardware never slows the day.

• Holds AEC1 & 2, STCW 95, ENG1, and Day Skipper certificates
• Training in diesel engines, radar operations, and powerboat handling
• Experienced in engine maintenance, tender operations, and deck duties
• Hands-on skills across electrical work, plumbing, and safety procedures