On The Bridge
On The Bridge is a maritime industry podcast by leading Superyacht navigation management company, DSNM Ltd.
Hosted by the COO of DSNM Ltd, Alicia Store, each episode focuses on bringing you real conversations with people who live and work within the Superyacht world, lifting the lid on this unique industry.
Join us as we chat candidly with Superyacht Captains, Officers, training experts, business leaders, former crew turned entrepreneurs.
On The Bridge explores real stories, professional insights and lessons shaping todays Superyacht world.
On The Bridge
On the Bridge with Superyacht Captain Olly Lewis
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In this episode of On the Bridge, we speak with Burgess Superyacht Charter Captain of the year 2023, Olly Lewis.
We discuss what makes for a successful charter, the best and worst parts of being a superyacht captain, and the time he had to negotiate a particularly tricky scenario.
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Journey into yachting and to becoming a captain
07:38 - The most important qualities to be a successful charter captain
10:26 - The best and hardest thing about being a superyacht captain
15:45 - The most challenging situation whilst at sea
22:04 - Managing crew in a pressurised environment
25:03 - Good crew for charter season
28:03 - Tough guest requests
30:51 - Memorable region/itinerary
33:12 - Bucket list destination
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