ICHTUS CY

Captain : François-Regis Zimmermann
Swiss – 44

Sail and Work Experience
3 years’ work experience onboard ICHTUS as a Captain, including overseeing large refit, maintenance, deliveries and charters.
Sailing teacher for 2 years at French famous sailing school “les Glenans”
Sailed transatlantic passage, South Brittany, English Channel, Mediterranean Sea from Spain to Turkey
Founder and Director of Telescope Yachting Ltd., Charter Company, Owner of S/Y ICHTUS.

Job Description
As a Captain, François-Regis insures that every guest is comfortable and safe, and keeps unforgettable memories of his cruise on ICHTUS.
The route of the cruise is planned with the guests, so as to meet all their demands, visit beautiful places, enjoy amazing anchorages and swim in clear waters.
At dinner time, François-Regis is in charge of the BBQ – fresh fish, lobsters, meat and vegetables, especially married with the Italian style of our chef Nicola for a perfect, tasteful moment.
Do you have any special wish? Do not hesitate to tell François-Regis, we are here to make your dreams come true!

Languages Spoken
French native; English/ German/ Italian fluent; Spanish / Russian / Polish basic

Education, Licenses & Certificates
• Bachelor of Science in Economics, University of Geneva
• Swiss Federal Diploma of Financial Advisor
• French Sailing Association (FFV) Sailing Instructor
• STCW 2010
• Master of Yachts 200 Unlimited
Hobbies
Swimming, Golf, Ski and Violin
First Mate, Steward & Chef : Nicola Ceppa
Italian, 44
Sail and Work Experience
1 years’ experience on board ICHTUS, including maintenance, Charters and deliveries
Sailing teacher and head manager for Les Glenans sailing school
Sailed Mediterranean, Atlantic and Caribbean Seas
Before entering the yachting world, independent entrepreneur skipper and sail teacher in the Mediterranean
Marketing manager for Kappa and Superga brands 2001 – 2011

Job Description
Nicola holds the ability to stand in for the Captain in his absence, acting as second in command.
Assists the Captain in navigation and participates in deck operations and organizes guest activities.
Possesses extensive maintenance knowledge and is responsible for the running and maintenance of deck equipment. When guests are on board, he ensures that they are properly cared for and that all requirements are met.
Nicola has nourished a passion for cooking since childhood, as many Italians do. He estimates food needs, reviews inventory to assure that adequate supplies are available, adhering to budget and to the guest’s expectations. With his Italian and Mediterranean cooking skills he is able to modify and adapt the ingredients for a creative cuisine based on simplicity and authenticity.

Nicola speaks
Italian native; English, French and Spanish fluent

Education, Licenses & Certificates
• BAC + 4 Political Science University di Torino
• BPJEPS voile
• Yacht master offshore commercial endorsement
• STCW 2010
• Food Hygiene Level 2
Hobbies
Interest in the environment, history, travel, water sports, skiing, paragliding