CAPTAIN
Liam Killian

Born in South Africa and raised in Cape Town, Liam has always had saltwater in his veins. He grew up chasing waves and wind—surfing, kitesurfing, freediving, and fishing—so sailing was basically inevitable. One day, he and a friend wandered into the Cape Royal Yacht Club to “learn how to sail” and somehow ended up on a racing boat. That was it… he was hooked. Not long after, he set his sights on his Yachtmaster and turned his ocean obsession into a career.

Since then, Liam has delivered brand-new catamarans on some pretty epic journeys, crossing both the Atlantic and Pacific. When he’s not out at sea, he’s often elbow-deep in boat builds and refits—because he genuinely loves how boats work almost as much as where they can take you.

Onboard, Liam is known as the resident fish encyclopedia (a title earned from a childhood filled with aquariums and an alarming amount of fish facts). He loves helping guests fall in love with the ocean, too—whether that’s spotting marine life, sharing local knowledge, or teaching you the ropes and getting you sailing with confidence.



CERTIFICATIONS
• STCW + DSD
• SAMSA Medical (ENG1 equivalent)
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Commercially Endorsed)
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA PWC
• PADI Open Water



CHEF
Maria Richerand

Born and raised in Mexico, Maria’s first love was design—she studied architecture and even worked in Paris for two years, refining her eye for detail, balance, and making things look (and feel) just right. Then she met Liam… and he gently (and successfully) seduced her into the salty life. She may not have known much about the ocean at first, but she’d always been drawn to it—and once she got a taste of life onboard, there was no going back.

Since then, Maria has built a wonderfully hands-on career at sea as a cook/stew with strong deck skills. She’s worked weekly charters in Belize, spent 18 months on the water in the Cayman Islands, and joined a 92ft sailing yacht in the Med—picking up everything from cheffing and service to tender driving, docking support, and guiding dives. A qualified PADI Divemaster (and known to have a few fun stingray facts up her sleeve), Maria brings a calm, capable energy to every day onboard—plus the kind of food that makes guests feel instantly at home.

Her biggest “wow, we’re really doing this” moment so far? Crossing the Atlantic on a 62ft catamaran—and she’s only getting started, with her sights set on earning her skipper’s license next.


**Qualifications:**
• STCW
• SAMSA Medical (ENG1 equivalent)
• PADI Divemaster
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA Competent Crew
• SYNC Superyacht Stew Course
• Highfield Food Hygiene Level 2
• Highfield Kitchen Assistant Level 2

Brokers, please use the preference sheet located in the Brokers' Notes section. 

STANDARD SHIP'S BAR

These are the standard options onboard; however, please let us know if you or your guests would like other items added for your charter. Keep in mind, there may be an added cost for premium or higher-end brands, or for those clients requesting extra alcohol outside the norm.

VODKA 
Titos, Stoli 
TEQUILA 
Los Corrales (Silver), Mi Campo, Teremana (Reposado), Milagro (Anejo) 
RUM 
Pussers, Captain Morgan White Rum, Blue Chair Rum (Coconut) 
LIQUEUERS 
Cointreau, Grand Marnier, St Germain – Elderflower Cordial, Kahlua, Aperol, Antica Formula (Red Sweet Vermouth), Baileys (Irish cream), 
Disaronno (Amaretto), Frangelico (Almond) 
GIN 
Tanqueray, Bombay Gin, BVI Gin 
WHISKEY 
Jameson, Jack Daniels, J&B Scotch, Johnny Walker Red,  
BOURBON 
Bulleit Bourbon 
BEER 
Red Stripe, Corona, Carib, President, Coors Light, Heineken 
SELTZERS | MIXERS 
Bitters, Soda Cans Canada Dry, Tonic Cans Canada Dry, Elderflower Tonic Water Bottles, Tripple Sec Mr Boston Barton Triple Sec, Pineapple Juice, 
Orange Juice, Cream of Coconut  
SOFT DRINKS 
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger ale , Ginger Beer  
WINES  
Chardonnay (2023 Preignes le Vieux Chardonnay Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Pinot Grigio (2022 Kris Pinot Grigio delle Venezie) 
Sauvignon Blanc (2023 J. De Villebois Sauvignon Blanc Vin de France) 
Pinot Noir (2022 Domaine d'Altugnac 'Les Turitelles' Igp Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir) 
Cotes du Rhones (2022 Collines du Bouridc 'les Figuieres' Syrah Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Cabernet Sauvignon (2023 Domaine Preignes le Vieux Cabernet Sauvignon Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Merlot (2022 Domaine Preignes le Vieux Merlot Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Rose (2023 Robert-Vic 'Ohlala' Igp Pays d'Oc) 
Bubbles (NV Perlage Prosecco) 
CHAMPAGNE  
(*surcharge may be applied) 
Moet Imperial
Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label

 

 

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