WHAT WE DO
We design multipurpose vessels for explorers
Project SailXplorer merges functionality and advanced naval engineering with sustainability and comfort, to support a wide scope of expeditions:
- Scientific research campaigns
- Subsea equipment deployment platform such as ROV, AUV, Manned Submersibles and others
- High-end citizen-science and diving charters
- Film crew deployment
- Educational potential
- Relief mission platform
the team
The project is led by a partnership between an experienced sailing vessel captain and a young naval engineer and yacht designer, who share a common vision: to utilise design and engineering as tools to serve and protect the ocean, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and technical feasibility.
- Captain & Project Manager Dominique Geysen. Author of ODO-SMS© (Onboard Dive Operations Safety Management System) and experienced yacht and tall ships captain for more than 25 years.
- Concept Designer & Project Manager Andrés Otano. Naval and Oceanic Engineer specialised in yacht design – Young Designer of the Year award finalist 2022 and 2024.
