PATIENCE Yacht Charter

Eric was born in South Africa where he grew up and served in the armed forces with 3 deployments in the Angola war as a paratrooper. From there, he started his engineering career and has been Chief Engineer on superyachts for over 20 years. He is passionate about travelling and experiencing different cultures.
His happy place is close to the ocean and he loves hiking, swimming and scuba diving.
Previous Yachts: HIGHLANDER, NURI, CORINTHIAN, ARION, CONSTANCE, LEGEND

Gerhard grew up in Stellenbosch. It is known as the Wine Capital of Africa and South Africa's oldest town. He grew up always around the mountains and nature. After leaving school, he studied hospitality and found a great passion for the service industry.
He then made the decision to join yachting in 2022 and hasn’t looked back since. Gerhard holds his Yacht Rating and is an advanced scuba diver. When
he isn’t working onboard, he loves to spend time at the gym, in nature or playing chess.
Previous Yachts: STEALTH, C-STAR, NANA 1, ANDIAMO

Maximilien Caamano is a passionate chef with experience in Michelin starred restaurants, luxury hotels, and on yachts. He was born and raised on the island of St. Martin in the French Caribbean. Max left home at age 18 to go to journalism school in Bordeaux, but
instead discovered the vast “terroir” and traditions of French Cuisine. After graduating from Francois Mitterrand culinary school, he proceeded to work in Paris for two years before joining his first yacht at 23 as a sole chef. Being raised in a Franco-Spanish household, his cuisine is naturally Mediterranean inspired, but he holds a strong interest for pan-Asian and Thaï cuisine. Max is dedicated to his craft, yet constantly searching for a new flavor to dazzle charter guests. Recently married, Max and his wife live on St. Martin. They enjoy traveling and hold a passion for food.
Previous Yachts: NENINKA, DEEPSEA, KOKOTEA

Luke is a British engineer who started his maritime career at age 16 in the British merchant navy aboard oil tankers. He has experience on various types of vessels, including ferries, dredgers, tankers and cruise ships before finally settling into yachting around 2012. Luke prides himself on keeping a well-maintained, friendly and clean environment in the engine room. He is always happy to welcome anyone for a visit down below.
Previous Yachts: LARS, LA DEA II, ENDLESS SUMMER

Jennie was born in Sweden. Before she made the transition to the yachting industry in 2022, she spent 7 years as an interion design and furniture sales representative, 10 years as an accounting manager and served in the Swedish search and rescue. She has worked on the following motor yachts:
Redemption, Crossed Sabre, MYKO and Jetstream.
In her down time, Jennie continues to pursue scuba diving as an
instructor and volunteer at the local animal shelter and nature preserve.
She brings a keen eye for the little things, an approachable smile and ready to make every charter a success on board, with water sports or at the beach. Jennie is busy studying for her Officer of the Watch (OOW) test in 2026.

Amber brings sunshine and good vibes to every charter she’s on. As 2nd Stewardess, she if focused on creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, while keeping operations running smoothly behind the scenes. Whether she is mixing up a killer cocktail, setting up stunning tablescapes or making guests
laugh, Amber’s fun loving energy and attention to detail make her a guest favorite. With a background in hospitality and a genuine love for life at sea, Amber knows how to balance professionalism with personality. She is the kind of crew member who can turn a busy charter into a breeze, while always smiling, ready to jump in anywhere and always making sure everyone on board is having an unforgettable time.

Energetic and dependable Deckhand, Trent holds a degree in Industrial Engineering and has a lifelong passion for the ocean and watersports. Experienced aboard M/Y Legacy, where he supported all deck operations and played a key role in the yacht’s kiteboarding and watersports program. Health and fitness are central to his lifestyle—marathon running has built his discipline, resilience, and strong work ethic. Trent is adventurous, professional, and eager to contribute to a positive, team-oriented crew while continuing to grow within
the industry.