On The Bridge

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  On The Bridge with Tash Trenear-Harvey 20.07.2026 1Std. 1Min.

  On this episode of On The Bridge, Alicia is joined by Tash Trenear-Harvey, Partner and Yacht Management Business Operations Manager at Burgess. From her roots in New Zealand studying physiotherapy to becoming chief stewardess, Tash shares her honest, unedited realities of spending 15 years on board superyachts and transitioning ashore to help oversee operations within one of the most respected yacht management companies in the industry. Tash dives into her career, from early financial plann...
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  On The Bridge with NOxFree, Nuclear Propulsion Panel Part 2 29.06.2026 40Min.

  Welcome to part two of this On The Bridge special! In this episode, Alicia continues the discussion on nuclear propulsion with our expert panel, Derek Munro (NOxFree), Ben Geary (Döhle) & Jez Sims (Lloyd's Register). "The crew will potentially never see the reactor." For the second half of this episode, the panel shifts the conversation from theory to reality. We take a deep dive into the practical safety protocols, cutting-edge engineering, and public misconceptions involved in bringi...
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  On The Bridge with NOxFree, Nuclear Propulsion Panel Part 1 22.06.2026 53Min.

  On this special two part episode of On The Bridge, Alicia sits down with a powerhouse panel to discuss the future of maritime energy. Join Derek Munro (co-founder of NOxFree), Ben Geary (chief operating officer of Döhle) and Jez Sims (principal specialist at Lloyd's Register) as they explore the groundbreaking NOxFree Project. "You will never have to bunker fuel again." For decades, the idea of nuclear-powered superyachts has lived firmly in the realm of science fiction. Howev...
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  On The Bridge with Mark Pascoe at Falcon Tenders - The Ultimate in Superyacht Tender Design 18.05.2026 54Min.

  On this episode of On The Bridge, Alicia sits down with Mark Pascoe, the industry legend and co-founder of Falcon Tenders. After two decades in the yachting industry, Mark reflects on his decision to start a new chapter and move away from "stock" designs and return to the pursuit of craftsmanship. Alongside co-founder and former F1 test driver Dean Stoneman, Mark has built Falcon Tenders into a boutique tender manufacturer where every single build is a one-off masterpiece. We explore the...
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  On The Bridge with Captain Chris Halligan on M/Y Here Comes The Sun 21.04.2026 6Min.

  On this episode of On the Bridge, we chat with Captain Chris Halligan during the 2025 Cannes Yacht show. We discussed what challenges come with running an 89m superyacht, what destinations are on his travel bucket list and what makes the stunning M/Y Here Comes The Sun the most special vessel on the market currently. Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of business, creativity, and innovation. Drop your questions or thoughts in the comment...
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  On The Bridge with Master Mariner Captain George Mills 20.04.2026 38Min.

  "Most of the time you’ll get away without a proper plan… until you don’t." Returning to the DSNM sofa for this episode of On The Bridge is Captain George Mills, DSNM's in-house Master Mariner. George breaks down some of the most misunderstood areas of bridge management and navigation. From SOLAS regulations and maritime governance to the daily realities of passage planning, George brings practical advice to topics that are too often treated as "tick-box" exercises rather than safety-critica...
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  On the Bridge with Chief Officer Jason Walker 14.04.2026 34Min.

  In this episode of On the Bridge, we sit down with Chief Officer Jason Walker of M/Y Arience. Jason shares his journey into the yachting industry, what his day-to-day responsibilities look like, and how he and his crew deliver a 7-star experience to charter guests. From memorable guest requests to planning complex itineraries, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at life on board one of the world’s finest superyachts. 0:00 – Intro 0:25 – How did you get into the industry? 5:05 ...
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  On the Bridge - Best and Unseen Bits 07.04.2026 16Min.

  We took a look back through the archives to revisit some unseen moments and some of the best bits from our 'On the Bridge' series. 00:00 - Intro 00:10 - Sailing onboard Black Pearl - Derek Munro 03:03 - The best thing about being a superyacht captain - Cpt Olly Lewis 04:26 - Building Occam Marine - Lee Stevenson & Giles Frankal 06:18 - Sharing Seakeepers - Gill Rodrigues 07:36 - Industry Changes - Francsca Webster 09:32 - Firstbeat Analytics - Cally Cooper 10:49 - Security Checks in Yach...
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  On the Bridge with S/Y Black Pearl Project Manager Derek Munro 31.03.2026 34Min.

  In this episode of On the Bridge, we speak with Divergent Yachting's Derek Munro. Derek was the Project Manager and Owner's Representative for the Oceanco masterpiece, Sail Yacht Black Pearl. He finally gets to tell all the stories from behind the scenes of the highly secretive project, how he came to be a part of it, and what is in store for the 106-metre superyacht. 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - The Vision 03:27 - What makes Black Pearl special? 10:03 - Challenges in building a sustainable yacht ...
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  On the Bridge with Superyacht Captain Olly Lewis 24.03.2026 36Min.

  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...
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  On The Bridge with Superyacht Phi 23.03.2026 1Std. 21Min.

  How do you build a 100% custom masterpiece from a blank sheet of paper? On this episode of On The Bridge, Alicia sit down with Captain Guy Booth and Interior Designer George Wolstenholme to pull back the curtain on M/Y Phi. One of the most talked-about superyachts in recent history. As George says, “The concept had to come before the yacht”. From years of notebook sketches and conversations to a fully custom Royal Huisman build based on the mathematical philosophy of the Golden Ratio, Phi,...
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  On the Bridge with Mr & Mrs Store 17.03.2026 24Min.

  In the first of our 'Meet the Team' episodes, dsnm owners Dave and Alicia took to the hot seat to discuss their roles, biggest work achievements, and more. They also play a quick game of 'Mr & Mrs'... What could possibly go wrong? Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of business, creativity, and innovation. Drop your questions or thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear from you.
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  On the Bridge with Conrad Empson 10.03.2026 23Min.

  In this episode, we spoke to former Below Deck cast member Conrad Empson, the founder and managing director of CrewPass. He tells us how the idea of CrewPass came about whilst working onboard, and how he put a plan in place to turn the idea into reality. Learn more about Conrad and CrewPass - https://www.crewpass.co.uk / crewpass / crewpass #crewpass #superyacht #superyachtcrew #belowdeck #conradempson #dsnm #yachting Don't forget to subscribe for more conversati...
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  On the Bridge with Occam Marine 03.03.2026 34Min.

  In this episode, we talk to Lee Stevenson and Giles Frankal of Occam Marine. After spending years as superyacht captains, they transitioned ashore three years ago to launch their consultancy firm, leveraging their deep industry expertise. Learn more about their journey in the superyacht world and why Occam Marine is highly regarded for new builds. https://www.occammarine.com / occammarine Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the future...
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  On the Bridge with Paul Shepherd 24.02.2026 28Min.

  In this episode of On the Bridge, we sat down with Whitehorse Maritime Academy Director and CHIRP Superyacht Advisory Board Chair, Paul Shepherd. The Master Mariner tells us about CHIRP and its safety benefits to the superyacht industry. https://www.chirp.co.uk / the-chirp-charitable-trust Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of business, creativity, and innovation. Drop your questions or thoughts in the comments—we’d love t...
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  On The Bridge with Captain Chris Gartner on S/Y Black Pearl 17.02.2026 6Min.

  On this episode of On the Bridge, we sit down with Captain Chris Gartner on the upper deck of the iconic sailing yacht Black Pearl. Captain Chris shares his journey and unique insights, having served not just as an operational captain but also as a build captain. He discusses the incredible challenges and rewarding experiences that come with managing one of the world’s most advanced and largest sailing yachts. From the complexity of her DynaRig system to the sheer awe of the yacht in real l...
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  On the Bridge with Chris Frisby, Lauren Saltonstall and Amy Sweeting of UKSA 16.02.2026 46Min.

  On this episode of On The Bridge, Alicia heads to the Isle of Wight to explore UKSA, one of the world’s leading maritime training charities. From six-year-olds stepping onto the water for the first time to cadets training for careers on superyachts, commercial vessels and workboats, UKSA is creating real pathways into the industry, regardless of background. We speak to the Director of Development and Impact about the £1m+ in bursary funding awarded each year, cadets who have completely chang...
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  On the Bridge with Francesca Webster 10.02.2026 27Min.

  In this episode of On the Bridge, we sat down with Superyacht Times Editor in Chief, Francesca Webster. She tells us about her career to date and shares insights into life at one of the industry's biggest media outlets. Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of business, creativity, and innovation. Drop your questions or thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear from you.
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  On the Bridge with WellCrew Owner Cally Cooper 03.02.2026 28Min.

  In this episode of On the Bridge, we speak with Cally Cooper, owner and founder of WellCrew. She tells us how she found her way into the industry and talks about the techniques and technology she uses to increase the health of superyacht crew. Find out more at - https://www.well-crew.com/ Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of business, creativity, and innovation. Drop your questions or thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear from you.
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  On The Bridge with Laura Beard, ISWAN 02.02.2026 34Min.

  What really happens behind the scenes of yacht crew welfare, and why are more crew reaching out for support than ever before? In this episode of On the Bridge, we’re joined by Laura Beard, Welfare of Yacht Crew Project Manager at ISWAN (International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network). Laura brings a rare combination of lived yachting experience and professional welfare expertise, having spent over 15 years working both shoreside and onboard before stepping into her current role. Laur...