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Captain Matt: engineering and vessel services, plus Sydney charters
Captain Matt offers engineering, deliveries, captaincy and vessel-operation services, as well as private Sydney Harbour charters through Exclusive Boats. The business gives owners a professional contact for defined vessel work and groups a way to arrange a private day afloat.
Maritime experience that includes machinery
Matt Dawe's Royal Australian Navy engineering background includes machinery and electrical systems. That technical experience is relevant to the engineering and operational enquiries he welcomes from boat owners.
We like seeing the service explained in practical terms. An owner can describe the vessel and the work involved, whether the requirement concerns a delivery, captaincy or engineering involvement. His engineering experience is particularly useful to know about when the job involves the vessel’s machinery or electrical systems.
Private charters for your people
Exclusive Boats' primary vessel is LIFES GOOD, a 40-foot catamaran, with other boats available by arrangement. Birthdays, family outings and work events are among the advertised bookings, with options such as swimming and barbecues to discuss.
Quotes are individual to the proposed trip. Matt also brings substantial charter experience, including more than 60 weeks with The Yacht Week, supporting the part of the business that looks after guests aboard.
Why we feature Captain Matt
Boat owners need skilled people as well as suitable machinery. We feature this business because it offers identifiable professional services backed by engineering and operating experience.
The charter offering gives another reason to contact Matt when the aim is enjoyment rather than vessel work. A customer can choose the service that fits the need: professional involvement with a boat or a privately arranged harbour outing with an operator handling the vessel.