BINA
0 Ft
€175,000 - €205,000 / per Week
Summer Base Port:
Douglas
Summer Operating Area:
French Riviera & Monaco,Provence Coast & Marseille,Corsica,Catalonia,Balearic Islands,Costa del Sol,Canary Islands,Portugal,Italy - North (mainland),Italy - South (mainland),Italy - Sardinia,Italy - Sicily,Malta,Croatia,Montenegro,Slovenia,Venice
Winter Base Port:
Athens
Winter Operating Area:
N/A
Price: €175,000 - €205,000 / Per Week
Length: 0 Ft
Guests: 12
Speed: 16.5 Knots
Cabins: N/A
Build year: N/A
Refit year: N/A
Crew: N/A
King Cabin: 3
Queen Cabin: 1
Double Cabin: 4
Twin Cabin: 2
Single Cabin: 0
Pullman Cabin: 2
Danny is 21 years old and from Warrington, a town just outside Manchester. Growing up, he played a lot of rugby and football, which eventually led him to become a referee. He spent time helping with his mother’s sports coaching business, where he supported the development of children’s skills. After finishing school, Danny went to law school, but soon after, he bought a one-way ticket to France to pursue his first job on a yacht. He has never looked back since. Danny is thrilled to have joined Bina and looks forward to bringing his experience and energetic personality to the season. In his free time, Danny enjoys watching football and is a dedicated Manchester City supporter. He also follows Formula 1, attending live races in places like Monaco and Las Vegas. His hobbies include skiing, go-karting, padel, going to the gym, and seeking out new adventures.
Danny Nickleson
Bosun
Rob has been at sea for over 15 years after completing a three year Commercial Cadetship in 2009. This enabled him to work on big commercial ships all around the world. After 5 years and working his way up to be the youngest ever Chief Engineer at a local Ferry Company he traded this in for a life on yachts. Since then, Rob has been on several yachts ranging from 35-50m. Having grown up in Antigua due to his father being a Commander in the British Royal Navy he was around yachts and the ocean from a young age which helped push him towards this lifestyle.
Robert Kerr
Chief engineer
Ryan is originally from Manchester, England, and has lived all over the country, from charming coastal towns to the hustle of big city life. He began his yachting career in 2021 after completing his training in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Starting out as a deckhand on a 68m catamaran, he later spent three years aboard a 77m vessel, where he transitioned into a steward role and discovered his true passion for the interior department. Excited for a fresh adventure aboard M/Y Bina, Ryan brings his love for travel, nature, and exploring different cultures. Whether it’s hiking through England’s stunning landscapes or chasing waterfalls, he’s always up for an adventure. In his downtime, Ryan enjoys swimming, reading, horse riding, hiking, and socializing. He’s also a big fan of Starbucks coffee and can’t resist a good shopping spree at Zara.
Ryan Beech
Steward
Born and raised in South Africa, Joel later moved to Portugal to connect with his roots and explore his parents’ culture and lifestyle. New to yachting, Joel is fully committed to this path, eager to grow and learn. His enthusiasm shows in his dedication to absorbing knowledge from experienced crew. After a successful season on M/Y Bina, he was thrilled to return—proof of both his passion and the positive onboard atmosphere. Joel brings a creative, dynamic background to the team with experience in music, videography, photography, event planning, and DJing. He is a true value to the team. In his free time, he embraces travel, meditation, and a healthy lifestyle—recently discovering Indonesia, now his favourite destination. Known for his outgoing personality, sense of humour, and natural ability to connect, Joel is a guest favourite. He’s always first to encourage water activities and joins in enthusiastically, making every experience more enjoyable.
Joel Cruz
Deckhand
Sean grew up in a small town called Jeffreys Bay on the southeast coast of South Africa. Living near the sea nurtured his love for the water, and he enjoyed all kinds of water sports, from fishing and diving to surfing and surf lifesaving. These were also great excuses to escape his daily household chores. At the age of 18, Sean decided to follow his passion for the sea. He was fortunate to work on a yacht that hosts scientific expeditions in some of the world’s most remote locations. Over the years, he has gained experience working on busy private and charter yachts, and he’s always happy and ready to assist guests with any needs or activities. Sean’s main hobby is fishing, but when the weather doesn’t cooperate, he also enjoys golf, diving, and watching rugby or just about any sport.
Sean Victor
Captain
Joost is a seasoned culinary professional with a career across top restaurants, luxury hotels, and yachts. A three-time Antigua Charter Yacht Show Chef Competition winner, he brings talent, technique, creativity, and a deep love for food to every galley. Trained in French and Italian cuisine and skilled in fusion cooking, Joost has a refined, versatile kitchen approach. He emphasises fresh, seasonal ingredients, herbs, and spices, always with attention to quality. A believer in the power of flavour, he sees sauces as key to adding depth and variety. From casual crew meals to elegant guest dinners, he tailors menus to suit preferences, setting, and occasion. Beyond the kitchen, Joost brings integrity, creativity, and a work ethic rooted in honesty and loyalty. He believes a good sense of humour is as essential as a sharp knife, creating fun and excellence on board. With a philosophical attitude and flexible approach, Joost thrives on yacht life’s dynamic nature. For him, every challenge is growth, every meal an opportunity to delight.
Joost Dierickx
Chef
Iain brings a wealth of professional experience to the yachting industry, having worked on tankers, drilling platforms, and even contributing to the construction of the renowned research vessel RRS Sir David Attenborough. Before transitioning to yachts in 2022, he also held positions aboard cruise ships, further broadening his maritime background. With unlimited licenses and a solid foundation in both education and hands-on experience, Iain is an invaluable asset to the crew on M/Y Bina. He takes pride in ensuring that every aspect of the vessel operates seamlessly, approaching each day with purpose and precision. Beyond his professional life, Iain is passionate about travel and martial arts. More recently, he has embraced a new activity - learning to play the guitar, which has quickly become a hobby he’s eager to develop.
Iain Small
Chief engineer
Daniela was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, where she lives with her family and beloved dog, Bongo. In 2020 she took a bold step when her fiancé, who works as a yacht chef, introduced her to an opportunity onboard a 77m yacht. Coming from an office background, she decided to embrace the challenge, and quickly discovered a genuine satisfaction in cleaning, organising, and adapting to the sea life. It has been an exciting shift from an office job to a 77m yacht with multinational crew. Daniela is now excited for the new adventure and challenged onboard M/Y Bina, she brings her passion for travel, languages, food, and cultural exchange from around the world. In her spare time, she enjoys roller skating, drawing, and listening to music. She is also a karaoke lover, especially fond of 90s and 2000s pop, 80s disco, and rock from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. Shopping and exploring new places are also among her favourite hobbies.
Daniela Linares
Stewardess
Robert is a British captain with many years of experience sailing around the world on both motor and sailing yachts. He is an exceptionally calm and composed individual, qualities that prove invaluable during the often complex and demanding tasks aboard a yacht. Robert maintains excellent relationships with the crew, and his well-timed sense of humour is genuinely appreciated by everyone on board. He has completed two half marathons in under 2 hours! In his down time, Robert enjoys adventures in his Land Rover, travelling and camping in remote places in Spain and South Africa. He also has an interest in classical music and history, as well as taking on home renovation projects.
Robert Verity
Captain
Born in South Africa, Paul began his yachting career six years ago and has never looked back. His journey started on 40+ meter private and charter yachts, where he developed extensive hands-on experience. Over time, his dedication and expertise led him to a leadership role as an Officer aboard M/Y Bina. Paul brings a well-rounded skill set to the team, with a strong foundation in yacht maintenance, navigation, and the wide array of responsibilities required on board. In addition to his technical capabilities, Paul excels in soft skills essential for team management and effective communication. His strong administrative abilities also play a key role in his current position, where he handles a significant amount of operational coordination and planning. Outside of his professional life, Paul maintains a deep connection to the ocean through various water sports. He is passionate about health, fitness, and living a balanced, active lifestyle. Aviation is another of Paul’s great passions. He seizes every chance to take to the skies and looks forward to deepening his involvement in flying in the years to come. Paul brings great experience and knowledge to ensure the smooth operation of the yacht.
Paul De Winnaar
Chief Officer
