Michael Streeter brings well over 2 decades of offshore experience to Ocean Yachting International (O.Y.I.) and his clients, with a solid background as Captain, Ships Engineer and of project management.

Originally from Australia, Michael had his first experience of offshore sailing in the 70's during offshore passages in the rough and tumble off the Australian East Coast. That was followed in 1983 by several seasons as Ships Engineer is the US and Med after which he upgraded to a Captain's ticket and took over as Captain on a 90' Burger, a job he held for many years. He worked as Captain aboard a 124' Delta motor yacht and most recently spent a year as Captain aboard a 130' Westport, before he was head-hunted for his experience by Mike Sharpe of O.Y.I. He has cruised extensively along the east coast from The Keys to New England and Canada as well as time in the Bahamas and Caribbean. He has completed several trans-Atlantic crossings, spending summers cruising in the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to Turkey.

After skippering the Delta, Michael moved ashore and was a Stabilizer Commissioning Engineer for Quantum Marine of Ft. Lauderdale. This required frequent travel to domestic and international shipyards to oversee the initial startup of the Roll Control Stabilizer and Zero Speed Systems onboard many of the newest and largest super yachts. Much of this work was in the Pacific Northwest, the Southern US and Europe.

Michael's strong electrical skills and engineering background have led him to be actively involved in new construction projects as well as several yacht refits. His Captaining and engineering background, combined with his many miles of cruising and hands-on experience make him well qualified to assist and guide brokerage clients to confidently choose their ideal large yacht, either power or sail. Whether it is indeed a brokerage vessel, especially if it involves a re-fit project, or a new build, Michael and the team at O.Y.I. are experienced in assisting the client, whatever the choices being made.

You can contact Michael at Ocean Yachting International in the Fort Lauderdale office at either 954 684-7897, 954 330-6009 or e-mail at MJ@SharpeYachts.com.

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