Previous Yachts: M/Y PRINCESS TOO (47m), M/Y LADY MARIA (34m), M/Y SIXTH SENSE (74m), M/Y SEA HUNTRESS (15m), M/Y FORTUNATE SUN (54m)
Interests & Languages: Cars, mountain biking, snowboarding, French (conversational)
Lawrence grew up in Folkestone, Kent and joined the yachting industry in 2012 after being introduced to the lifestyle by a friend. Since then, he has worked his way up to his MCA Y3 qualification and gained valuable experience cruising throughout the Mediterranean and beyond. Practical, reliable and technically minded, Lawrence plays an important role in supporting the smooth operation of the yacht. Away from work, he is a self-confessed petrol head and enjoys cars, mountain biking and snowboarding.

Lawrence Randell
Engineer
SYNTHESIS is Alistair's first superyacht!
Interests: Music and travel
Alistair brings over 25 years of experience within the food and hospitality industry, with a career spanning fine dining restaurants, private chef roles and international culinary ventures. Classically trained with strong foundations in contemporary European cuisine, seafood and modern dining concepts, he combines creativity with a calm and professional approach in the galley. Passionate about sourcing local ingredients and creating memorable dining experiences, Alistair enjoys introducing guests to flavours inspired by the regions visited throughout the season. Outside of the galley, he enjoys travelling, music and discovering local cuisine around the world.

Alistair Munro
Chef
Previous Yachts: MY ALFA NERO (81m), M/Y ROMA (62m), M/Y SKY (51m), M/Y ODESSA II (73m)
Interests: Wine tasting, performing arts and musical theatre, cold water plunges
With extensive experience on board prestigious superyachts, Danielle brings a dynamic blend of creativity, leadership and professionalism to her role as chief stewardess. Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences, she thrives in fast-paced environments where attention to detail and seamless service are essential. Danielle particularly enjoys curating memorable events on board, from elegant dinners to large-scale celebrations, always ensuring guests feel relaxed and cared for throughout their time on charter. Outside of yachting, she enjoys wine tasting, performing arts and cold-water plunges.

Danielle Heming
Chief steward/ess
Previous Yachts: M/Y INSIGNIA (55m), M/Y SAINT NICOLAS (70m), M/Y SILVER ANGEL (64m)
Interests & Languages: Travelling and exploring new destinations, sports and reading, English, Russian, Ukranian (fluent)
Yuriy was born in Kherson, a Ukrainian city known for its strong maritime heritage. After graduating from a maritime college, he completed his cadetship on commercial cargo vessels before moving into the cruise ship industry, working as an Able Seaman. His first experience on a yacht became a turning point, leading him to pursue a long-term career in yachting. He has since worked predominantly on yachts around 70 metres, including Lurssen and Benetti builds, steadily progressing through the ranks and demonstrating commitment, reliability and a strong work ethic. He has gained experience on both private and charter yachts, operating across a wide range of cruising grounds including the Mediterranean, Maldives, Bahamas and Florida and has
completed multiple transatlantic and Indian ocean passages.

Yuriy Bashtanar
First Officer
Previous Yachts: M/Y FORTUNA (48m), M/Y KAMALAYA (55m)
Interests & Languages: Outdoor activities, team sports, waterpolo, football, swimming, English (fluent), Croatian (native)
Born and raised in Dubrovnik, Croatia, Nikola developed a passion for the ocean from a young age and began his maritime career as a seasonal jet ski instructor before joining yachting in 2017. Inspired by his grandfather, a merchant marine captain, he has steadily progressed through the industry, gaining experience on board a variety of vessels and cruising destinations around the world. Having been part of the SYNTHESIS programme since the build in 2020, Nikola brings strong operational knowledge, a calm presence and a guest-focussed approach to the bridge and deck team.

Nikola Klekar
Second Officer
SYNTHESIS is Emily's first superyacht, she joined in 2024!
Interests: Musical theatre productions, spending time with friends and family
With a background in musical theatre, Emily brings warmth, energy and a natural sense of performance to the interior team. Before joining yachting, she worked as a singer and dancer on cruise ships and later performed in Grease while touring Italy. Her experience in performing, teaching and personal assistant work has given her excellent organisation skills, confidence with guests and a positive attitude on board. Emily enjoys creating a welcoming atmosphere and brings enthusiasm to every detail of the guest experience.

Emily Imerfreys
Stewardess
Previous Yachts: M/Y AHPO (115m), M/Y EXCELLENCE (80m)
Interests: Scuba diving, sewing, Pilates
Madison is originally from Canada but has spent most of her life in the USA. Growing up in Florida sparked her passion for scuba diving and she is currently working towards her Divemaster certification. During college, she developed a strong love for hospitality while working at The Ritz-Carlton Resort in Naples in events, floral and housekeeping. Her passion for hospitality and attention to detail transitioned seamlessly into the yachting industry. Outside of yachting, Madison enjoys sewing and crafting, learning to paint and scuba diving around
the world while travelling.

Madison Wolfs
Stewardess
Previous Yachts: M/Y SEVEN (27m), M/Y CODE 8 (50m), M/Y ULYSSES (102m), M/Y FORMOSA (60m)
Interests & Lanaguages: Restorationa dn rebuilding, playing guitar and drums, MMA, DIY, cuisine, Hindi (native)
Having grown up in Dubai within a diverse and multicultural environment, Vikram developed a strong appreciation for travel, teamwork and life at sea. Since joining the yachting industry in 2014, he has built extensive experience across deck operations, maintenance and leadership roles on board large yachts. With a practical and solution-focused mindset, Vikram is highly skilled in repair and restoration work and enjoys ensuring the yacht is maintained to the highest standards. Outside of work he enjoys music, martial arts, DIY projects and exploring new cuisines.

Vikram Singh
Bosun
Previous Yachts: M/Y LADY SORAYA (35m), M/Y RESILIENCE (64m)
Interests: Fitness, surfing, snowboarding, yoga
Sasha grew up in the UK with a passion for the ocean and watersports, spending much of her time sailing and competing in regattas in Cornwall. A strong swimmer and qualified lifeguard, she naturally gravitated towards a career at sea and joined the yachting industry in 2021. Since then, she has worked on board both private and charter yachts, bringing energy, professionalism and enthusiasm to the deck team. Sasha enjoys ensuring guests feel confident, safe and relaxed while making the most of their time on the water. Outside of yachting, she enjoys fitness, surfing, yoga and snowboarding.

Sasha Hofton
Deckhand
Previous Yachts: M/Y GENE MACHINE (55m)
Interests: Diving, fitness, cooking, travelling, bungee jumping and skydiving
Emma began her yachting career in 2018 as a stewardess and spent seven years on board Gene Machine, working her way up to purser. With a strong background in guest service, administration and yacht operations, she brings a calm, organised and guest-focused approach to SYNTHESIS. Having travelled to extraordinary destinations including Antarctica, the Arctic, Asia, Patagonia and the Mediterranean, Emma understands the importance of creating seamless and memorable guest journeys. Outside of yachting, she enjoys diving, fitness, cooking and adventure travel.

Emma Roberts
Purser