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Francesco Cilento

@Frasail

Experienced Skipper with 25 Years in the Yacht Industry

Genoa, Italy
Available Now
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Captain+2
Motor+1
Under 30m
Private & Charter
Full-Time+5
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About

I am a skipper with over 25 years of experience at sea, focused on developing new projects in the yacht industry. My expertise includes maintenance in rigging, engine, fibreglass, and electrical systems.

Personal Details

Age51 years
ResidenceItaly

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive experience in the yacht industry to lead innovative projects and enhance operational efficiency.

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy outdoor activities, including water and mountain sports, as well as reading and watching films.

Experience

Captain

Mar 2025 - Sep 2025
S/Y Mira

Managed sailing operations and routing planning around the Thyrrenian Sea. Supervised the chef/internal steward and organized crew members for regattas.

Captain

Jul 2016 - Feb 2025
Milton

During this period I managed two vessels: a 46 ft. M/Y and 8 mt. Tofinou S/Y in San Vincenzo, Tuscany. Private and charter activities. Area of navigation: Thyrrenian Sea, South of France, Sardinia and Corsica.

Captain

Nov 2013 - Mar 2016
50 ft. S/Y Zahra

Complete vessel management including preparation, conduction handling, supplies, and maintenance. Managed relations with the owner and guests.

Certifications & Qualifications

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Ocean

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
GMDSS
Open Water Diver
OSR Special Regulation 6.0
First Aid on Board Ships

Languages

ItalianNative
FrenchFluent
EnglishConversational
SpanishBeginner

References

7 references

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