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Meet The Captain


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Captain Mike Pasalau is a 23 year veteran of the United States Maritime Industry.   A seasoned sailor - Captain Mike has worked in various shipboard roles throughout his career and is currently licensed and works as a Master Mariner on unlimited tonnage vessels in New York Harbor and all along the East Coast of the United States.

His commitment to safety, efficiency, and communication has made him not only one of the most reliable New York yacht delivery servicers - but one of the most enjoyable to work with.

Captain Mike understands the complexities and challenges involved in delivering a boat safely and efficiently and is committed to providing his customers with a stress and problem free experience.   Captain Mike goes the extra mile to make sure that your yacht gets from point A to point B without any surprises.

New York harbor is one of the busiest harbors in the world - and New York yacht deliveries can be difficult and time consuming for many mariners - but Captain Mike's commitment to safety and excellent service will allow you to kick back and relax knowing your yacht is in good hands.


"With Captain Mike's experience on yachts and boats of all sizes throughout New York, New Jersey, and the rest of the East Coast - you can rest easy knowing no yacht delivery is too difficult for Captain Mike."


Experience

  • Owner & Senior Port Captain Triton Marine USA - 10 Years

  • Yacht Delivery Captain - 10 Years

  • Private Yacht Charter Captain - 15 years

  • Vessel Management Advisor - 13 years

  • Staten Island Ferry Port Captain - 4 Years

  • Staten Island Ferry Captain - 8 Years

Licenses & Certifications

  • Master of Unlimited Tonnage Vessels - Inland

  • First Class Maritime Pilot - New York Harbor

  • Third Mate Unlimited Tonnage on Ocean Going Vessels

  • Master of 500 Ton Vessels on Oceans

  • Radar Operator and Observer Unlimited Tonnage

  • ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aides) Certified

  • ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display Information System) Certified

  • GMDSS (Global Marine Distress Safety Systems) Certified

  • GMDSS FCC Operators License Certified

  • STCW (Standards of Training for the Certified Watchkeeper) Certified

Contact Us

Questions about boat transfers, yacht deliveries, or other marine services? Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.