
Our Friendly & Experienced Team

CAPTAIN
Captain Uud
Captain Uud brings extensive experience navigating the waters of Thailand and the wider region, with a deep understanding of local cruising grounds, weather conditions, and hidden anchorages.
Highly familiar with the yacht, he takes pride for a hands-on approach to both operations and maintenance, ensuring that Six Degrees is always maintained to the highest standard and operates smoothly at all times.
Calm, capable, and attentive, he leads the crew with professionalism and ensures every journey is safe, seamless, and enjoyable for guests on board.

FIRST MATE
Man
Sulaiman - known onboard as Man, is the First Mate on board Six Degrees, supporting the captain in all aspects of navigation, safety, and daily operations.
A true all-rounder, he is highly capable across a wide range of onboard responsibilities, from technical maintenance to ensuring the yacht is always presented to the highest standard. Known for his hands-on approach, Man takes pride in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Equally attentive to guests, he brings a warm and helpful presence on board, assisting with day-to-day needs and ensuring a comfortable and seamless experience throughout the journey.

CHEF
Nong
Nong specialises in authentic Thai cuisine, complemented by a refined command of Southeast Asian and Western dishes.
With extensive experience in luxury yacht charters across the region, and time spent working in Scandinavian countries, she brings a thoughtful and balanced approach to her cooking, focusing on fresh ingredients, depth of flavour, and a sense of comfort and authenticity.
Menus on board are specially tailored to each guest’s preferences and dietary requirements, with Nong’s warm and intuitive style ensuring every meal feels personal and memorable throughout the journey. Sample menus are available upon request.

CHEF
Mem
Mem is a versatile chef known for her refined presentation, bringing a polished and contemporary touch to dining on board.
With years of experience in luxury yacht charters, she is proficient in Thai, Western, and Japanese cuisines. Her attention to detail ensures each dish is thoughtfully composed, creating a dining experience that is both visually striking and flavourful.
Working closely with guest preferences and requirements, menus are carefully curated and tailored for each charter, delivering a seamless and elevated dining experience. Sample menus are available upon request.

DIRECTOR
Novi
Novi oversees the direction and standards of Six Degrees, ensuring every aspect of the yacht is thoughtfully curated with a refined, understated style.
Working closely with brokers, crew, and partners, she maintains a strong focus on service consistency, guest experience, and continuous attention to detail.
With a background in IT management across international banks and MNCs, Novi brings structure and precision to yacht operations, balanced by an appreciation for effortless living at sea.
Based in Singapore and travelling extensively across the region, she draws inspiration from her global journeys and deep connection to the ocean. An avid sailor and licensed pleasure craft operator, she is passionate about scuba diving and the art of hosting private dining.
Her appreciation for food and guest experience shapes life onboard, from working closely with the chef on menu curation to thoughtfully designing each journey’s activities, creating refined moments inspired by coastal living.

FOUNDER
Mike
A former Navy aviator, he later built his career in finance, becoming a partner in private equity. Today, he enjoys a more considered pace of life, focusing on travel and time at sea, while maintaining his pilot’s licence for personal flying.
An avid sailor and scuba diver, Mike has spent years exploring some of the world’s most remarkable destinations. Deeply hands-on, he takes great pride in maintaining Six Degrees to the highest standard, ensuring the yacht is always in top operational condition.