NIKO III

Name: Barbara Scatena
Nationality: Argentina
Position: Chef
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: Bárbara is an enthusiastic and dedicated yacht chef with a passion for Mediterranean cuisine and a flair for delivering high-quality meals at sea. Originally from Argentina, she transitioned into yachting in 2024 and has since worked on several vessels up to 40m. Her menus are always adapted to guests' preferences, and she brings a strong background in galley organization, provisioning, and food safety. Fluent in Spanish and English, Bárbara is known for her professionalism, creativity, and ability to thrive under pressure, even while cooking underway. When she's not in the kitchen, she enjoys swimming, traveling, and water sports.

Name: Santiago Pereira Sunsi
Nationality: Brazilian
Position: Deckhand
Position details:
Languages: Not specified
Description: My name is Tiago. I'm 37 years old. I was born in Brazil but grew up in Spain. I came to Spain when I was a child with my family.
I started in the industry 7 years ago as a deckhand. Before that I was in the Spanish navy for 4 years. My goal is to continue my career in the industry. I consider myself a friendly person with people skills. And I love doing sports in my free time.

Name: Joel Perez
Nationality: Spanish
Position: Chief engineer
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Languages: Not specified
Description: Joel is a dedicated and sociable Marine Engine Operator with a strong background in ship and vessel machinery maintenance. Originally from Spain, he holds a degree in Maintenance of Ship and Vessel Machinery from the Maritime College in Alicante. His career began in small passenger ships, where he gained valuable experience working along the Spanish coast.
After two years as a motorman on ferries, Joel transitioned into the yachting industry, bringing with him a wealth of technical expertise. Joel is highly proficient in engine room operations and thrives under pressure, ensuring smooth technical performance onboard.
Known for his easy-going nature and strong teamwork, Joel is always eager to take on new challenges. His commitment to excellence and continuous learning makes him a reliable and valuable Chief Engineer. With a commitment to excellence and a strong work ethic, Joel is highly capable to deliver top-tier technical expertise to the yacht.

Name: Gabriela Andrade
Nationality: Venezuela
Position:
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: My name is Gabriela am motivated and enthusiastic person who born in Venezuela and study Industrial Engineering and 5 Years ago started to work in the maritime industry like Stewardess profession that I enjoy and which in this time I could put in practice all the knowledge that I had it in my carrer to could identify the needs of the passengers and could provide them and excellent and efficient service

Name: Bogdan Yatsenko
Nationality: Spanish / Russian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Bogdan graduated in Navigation and Maritime transport from the Maritime College in Alicante, Spain. He started his professional career straight into the yachting industry working on the Spanish coast and quickly gained a reputation in the charter industry. After few years working in yachting, he took some time off during winters to study Nautical Science and Maritime Transport degree from Cadiz University. Before joining in a 40 MY in 2019, he spent three years as 1st Officer on the 37-meter charter yacht M/Y Elena Nueve . In 2019 was five years as 1st Officer on M/Y Bunker and the captain in 2024. With extensive experience and a deep understanding of how charters operate, Bogdan is a highly competent crew member. His eagerness to consistently improve makes him a valuable and cheerful addition to the Bunker crew.