James Dickens is well known and respected in the marine industry. His childhood passion for boats grew as he raced Hornets, whilst working every hour he could in the local chandlery shop. On to a three year college diploma in yacht and boatyard management in Southampton. From there to manage a boat yard in the Channel Islands for four years, (Fairline dealers). Back to the UK to build boats on the Thames then down to the Solent to sell Hardy, Orkney, Birchwood, Carver and Azimut in Southampton for seven years. James then moved to Marine Sales in Poole where, for nearly five years, he was Sales Manager for Formula, Proline and the Fairline range. More lately at Offshore Powerboats (Lymington) as Sales Manager for Broom, but also selling new and used Nimbus and Storebro for five years. All these companies had busy brokerage business. Finally, he now has his own company! Founded in 2004 primarily as a specialist brokerage service, but offering a range of other related marine services.

James has worked as a delivery skipper within his last jobs and has thousands of miles at sea. His love of sailing has taken him to a high level of yachting, both inshore and offshore, including several Fastnet races.

Andrea Albon (company secretary) joined in May 06 to help administer the office - her endless energy and attention to detail is invaluable. Her boating knowledge is growing fast and she is driving every boat she can get near, so hold tight to your keys if you visit us!