Why Superyacht Builds Need Operational Experience | Occam Marine | On The Bridge — Yachting Channel

What does it take to design and build a superyacht that truly works in operation?

In this episode of On The Bridge, host Alicia Store, COO of dsnm Ltd, speaks with Lee Stevenson and Giles Frankal, co-founders of Occam Marine and former superyacht captains.

Drawing on their experience at sea and within yacht construction, Lee and Giles explain why operational expertise should be introduced during the earliest stages of a superyacht build—before layouts, specifications and critical design decisions become fixed.

The conversation explores how practical input from experienced captains can improve bridge design, crew and guest flow, tender operations and the overall functionality of a yacht. They also discuss the move from life at sea into business, the growth of Occam Marine and the importance of challenging decisions that may look good on paper but create problems in operation.

Topics include:

Why operational experience matters during a superyacht build
Involving captains before major design decisions are finalised
Practical bridge design and onboard workflows
Improving movement for guests and crew
Tender operations and real-world usability
Moving from yacht command into project management
Building and growing Occam Marine

Guests: Lee Stevenson and Giles Frankal, Co-Founders of Occam Marine
Host: Alicia Store, COO of dsnm Ltd

Occam Marine: https://www.occam.uk.com/
dsnm Ltd: https://www.dsnmltd.com/

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