Professional Background:
Kim was born in Cape Town, South Africa but grew up with a mostly Danish family. At the age of 18, she moved across the world to Aarhus, Denmark for a year where she Aupaired and looked after 2 young Danish children. Her upbringing meant that she has always had an interest and love for travel, and why not connect her 2 passions of cooking and travelling into one.
She started working in yachting in June of 2024, on a 47m, worked her way to a 60m M/Y and now Coral Ocean. She’s excited to provide memorable food and looks forward to the season’s ahead!
Favourite Charter Destination: Corsica
Hobbies: Gym, reading, listening to music, trying new coffee spots, exploring & going for walks
Previous Yachts: M/Y Arrow , M/Y Bacarella

Kim .
Chef
Professional Background:
Luke has grown up in Surrey, UK. After leaving college he embarked on a 5 year degree
apprenticeship in Building Surveying where he obtained a First Class Honours degree in 2023. After taking some time off in 2024 to travel South East Asia Luke decided it was time to venture into yachting to travel and explore more of the world. Since then, he has worked as a Deckhand on two Motor Yachts including doing the Atlantic Crossing from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean. Luke is now looking forward to being apart of Coral Ocean to help in creating memorable experiences for the guests who have the pleasure of sailing on her.
Favourite Charter Destination: Antigua
Hobbies: Running, Golf, Football, Travelling
Previous Yachts: M/Y Carpe Diem and M/Y Pisces

Luke .
Deckhand
Professional Background:
Sandesh likes to explore new places and used to go trekking in the Himalayan region of Nepal. He used to work at the British Gurkha Headquarters in Nepal before his life lead him to start a career at sea. Sandesh started working on Star Cruise Ships as a Housekeeper. Since 2018, he has worked as a Laundry Man on M/Y Flying Fox. He has an in depth understanding of the need for the highest quality laundry service to the guests. He now looks forward to providing an exemplary service onboard Coral Ocean!
Favourite Charter Destination: Capri, Italy
Hobbies: Travelling; Cooking; Trekking
Previous Yachts: M/Y Flying Fox

Sandesh .
Steward
Position: Captain
Rotation: 2:2 (19 June to 25 July, 1 October to December)
Nationality: British
Born: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Languages: Fluent: English
Professional Background:
Will is a highly experienced charter captain having spent over 17 years as captain on
large charter yachts cruising worldwide. He has overseen every aspect of the rebuild of
Coral Ocean and is extremely excited and proud to show her amazing potential.
Originally from the north of England, Will now lives in Palma de Mallorca with his wife
and 2 daughters. He grew up sailing, and after graduating in Mechanical Engineering
pursuedacareer in yachting, first on sailing yachts then on large motor yachts.
An avid water sports fan, he counts kitesurfing as his favourite pastime and can be seen
out on the waves when the time allows.
Favourite Charter Destination: French Polynesia
Hobbies: Kitesurfing, Padel
Previous Yachts: M/Y Big Aron (World cruising charter yacht for 10 years) - M/Y Turmoil
(Expedition yacht) - M/Y Dream - M/Y Mischief

Will Kaye
Captain
Growing up, Chris was always active and keen to be outside. He was involved in a number of sports with the main focus being on rugby, and played for 22 years up until his final year of university at Leeds Beckett. Pursuing a career in yachting has turned out to be the best decision Chris has made and he has not looked back since. Completing phase one of his UKSA cadetship and after three enjoyable years in the industry, Chris is looking forward to combining the great lifestyle of yachting and his passion for fitness in his role as deck/personal trainer and offering the best experience for the guests onboard.
Favourite Charter Destination: Croatia
Hobbies: Personal training: Rugby & padel
Previous Yachts: M/Y Blue 470, M/Y Talisman Maiton

Chris .
Deckhand
Luke hails from Donegal on Ireland’s rugged northwest coast, where he grew up in a commercial fishing environment and developed a deep respect for the sea from an early age. With hands on experience in both fishing and oyster farming, he brings strong seamanship and practical problem solving skills to life onboard.
With a strong taste for adventure, Luke joined yachting and has enjoyed the working, traveling and socialising that life on a yacht makes possible. Luke is currently studying for his officers tickets and is enjoying learning and honing his skills. He is excited to share his passion for the sea; and perhaps even a little music with guests to create a truly memorable charter experience.
Favourite Charter Destination: Bonifacio
Hobbies: Running, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & playing music
Previous Yachts: M/Y IJE, M/Y Lady Kathryn V, M/Y Paloma

Luke (Guinness) .
Deckhand
Professional Background:
Matt was born in Devon a small county in the southwest of England where he started his career in marine refits and new build boats as an Electrical Engineer.
Matt is keen a traveller, and before making the transition to yachting he took a gap year and travelled southeast Asia, Indonesia, and Australia.
In Matt’s spare time he enjoys being out on the water wake boarding, or with a racket in hand on the tennis court.
Favourite Charter Destination: St Lucia and Capri
Hobbies: Padel; Wakeboarding
Previous Yachts: M/Y Lady Georgina – M/Y Leander G

Matt .
Electro-Technical Officer (ETO)
Professional Background:
Ashleigh, born and raised in Johannesburg, has spent the past 11 years in Cape Town, she loves being close to nature. Her creative journey began with studies in fashion design and marketing, eventually leading her to the luxury handbag industry where she gained experience setting up pop up shops and providing service in the USA and UK. From there she discovered a passion for production, which saw her working as a creative producer for renowned brands like Puma, Adidas, and Freedom of Movement. Now turning 30, Ashleigh has decided to fulfill her long- standing dream of joining the yachting industry. Since transitioning to yachting, she has gained experience on yachts ranging from 35m to 140m. Ashleigh loves table scaping and floristry. She can make a mean Bailey's espresso martini and is excited to give guests a world class experience this season.
Favourite Charter Destination: Bahamas
Hobbies: Al design, dancing, mood boarding, hiking, yoga
Previous Yachts: M/Y lllusion V55 – M/Y Fatamorgana, M/Y NDA

Ashleigh (Ash) .
Stewardess
Professional Background:
Alan is Chief Engineer on MY Coral Ocean. He is from Liverpool where he lives with his girlfriend and young daughter. He joined the merchant navy aged 17 and has spent his career gaining experience in the commercial, offshore and yachting industries.
He enjoys DIY, socialising, meeting new people and he has a passion for sports, mainly football and boxing.
Favourite Charter Destination: Ibiza
Favourite Yachting Experience: Water sports with the charter guests
Previous Yachts: M/Y Sputnik

Alan .
Chief engineer
Professional Background:
Stuart joined Coral Ocean before the exciting refit period in 2020 and has been a part of the CO program for a number of years already. He grew up on the coast of South Africa diving and fishing. He started in the yachting industry 17 years ago as a mate/ engineer on smaller sailing boats. Stu currently lives in Palma de Mallorca with his little family and enjoys beach days with his 6 year old son.
Favourite Charter Destination: Croatia, Antigua and Barbuda
Hobbies: Hiking with guests in remote & beautiful locations
Previous Yachts: M/Y Mischief – M/Y Margaret Anne - M/Y JO – S/Y Margaret Anne – S/Y Zaka A Te Monana – S/Y Billy Budd

Stuart .
Engineer