Mickael has 10 years of experience in the yachting industry, working across deck and interior departments. Holding a Master 200 GT certificate, he has served on yachts including M/Y Madame Kate, M/Y Menura, M/Y Torito, M/Y Paradis and M/Y Ocean Dream. Fluent in English and French, Mickael is valued for his teamwork, diplomacy, deck operations, maintenance skills and ability to support the smooth daily running of the yacht.
Looca is a young and motivated French deckhand with experience in maritime operations, fishing vessels, boat management, towage, and catamaran deliveries. Dynamic, organised and polyvalent, he holds key maritime certificates including CFBS, Matelot Pont, medical training level 1 and 250KW mechanic certification. He is currently working towards his Captain 200 certificate.
French Captain Philippe Rivasseau holds a Master 500 GT Unlimited certificate and brings over 20 years of experience in the yachting industry. He has commanded several private and charter yachts across the Mediterranean, including M/Y LUSIA, M/Y LUSIA M, M/Y GHOST and now M/Y ASCENSION. Philippe is highly focused on safety, good seamanship, crew organisation and guest satisfaction, creating a structured and positive onboard atmosphere.
Philippe Rivasseau
Captain
Chef Maxime offers refined private dining inspired by classical French gastronomy, Mediterranean freshness and Asian precision. Experienced in private dining, luxury chalets and yachting, he creates tailored culinary experiences for demanding international guests. His cuisine focuses on high-quality seasonal products, elegant presentation, balance, sushi techniques, Mediterranean flavours and bespoke menus.
Stewardess / Deckhand – Fanny Bastanti
Fanny combines strong hospitality, service and maritime experience. Her background includes luxury property management, villa service, butler duties, captain/skipper positions, stewardess-deckhand roles and restaurant management. She holds several maritime qualifications including CGO, Yachtmaster Offshore, CMP, Yachtmaster Coastal and CFBS. Fanny brings versatility, guest service, housekeeping, laundry, deck support and strong organisational skills onboard.
Delphine has a strong hospitality and yachting background, with extensive experience as Chief Stewardess, Stewardess/Cook and freelance interior crew on private and charter yachts from 20m to 35m. Trained in hospitality and catering, she brings excellent service standards, housekeeping, laundry, table setting, floral decoration, silver service and guest care. Her profile combines professionalism, discretion, flexibility and attention to detail.
Delphine Maldonado
Chief steward/ess