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Stefan · Kemso Marine Services

Sailing Résumé &
Qualifications

RYA Yachtmaster Offshore with commercial endorsements, Belgian Yachtman, and a career built on the water across European and offshore passages.

Qualifications

Certifications & Awards

  1. 01

    RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

    Royal Yachting Association

    The highest practical offshore sailing qualification. Demonstrates mastery of navigation, seamanship and passage planning in offshore conditions.

  2. 02

    Commercial Endorsement

    Maritime & Commercial Authority

    Fully endorsed to skipper yachts commercially, meeting all requirements for professional operation and passenger/client carrying.

  3. 03

    Belgian Yachtman

    Royal Belgian Sailing Federation

    Recognised title awarded to Stefan for outstanding contribution and achievement in the Belgian sailing community.

  4. 04

    RYA Instructor Certification

    Royal Yachting Association

    Qualified to deliver RYA courses from Start Yachting through to Day Skipper — both theory and practical.

  5. 05

    VHF Radio Operator (SRC)

    RYA / Ofcom

    Short Range Certificate for VHF radio operation including GMDSS distress procedures.

  6. 06

    First Aid at Sea

    Maritime First Aid

    Certified in maritime first aid, essential for offshore passages and commercial operations.

Experience

Sailing Career Timeline

  1. Early Career

    Introduction to Sailing

    First steps on the water — racing dinghies and club sailing in Belgium, developing a lifelong passion for the sea.

  2. Intermediate

    RYA Qualifications Pathway

    Progressed through the full RYA qualification ladder — Competent Crew, Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper — building miles and experience across European waters.

  3. Key Achievement

    RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

    Attained the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore qualification, one of the most respected credentials in the sailing world, recognising offshore passage-making expertise.

  4. Professional

    Commercial Endorsements

    Obtained full commercial endorsements, enabling professional yacht operations, deliveries, and paid tuition in compliance with maritime regulations.

  5. Recognition

    Belgian Yachtman Award

    Awarded the distinguished Belgian Yachtman title in recognition of sailing achievement and contribution to the Belgian maritime community.

  6. Present

    Kemso Marine Services

    Operating as a freelance Yachtmaster — delivering vessels across European waters and providing RYA tuition from beginner to advanced level.

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