Graham grew up in Cornwall in the UK. Graham’s journey began with his cadetship as a deck officer in the Merchant Navy. In 2016, he transitioned to the world of superyachts and found his place aboard M/Y Joy. Graham has steadily risen through the ranks, ultimately achieving the position of Chief Officer. His unwavering commitment to professional growth led him to obtain his Master 3000GT ticket in 2022. Graham has a passion for scuba diving in which he became certified PADI Divemaster. Graham is an avid hiker and runner. He also enjoys navigating the slopes skiing in the winter. Whether exploring new destinations through travel, or embracing the thrill of motorcycling, Graham approaches life with a spirit of adventure.

​​Ben grew up in the south of England and spent the majority of his youth with a rugby ball in hand with dreams and aspirations of playing professionally. His ​​playing career was cut short through injury and subsequently he turned to coaching and teaching.​​ At the age of 26 he packed his bags and left the UK shores and embarked on a career in yachting and has never looked back. During Ben’s 17-year yachting career, he has been fortunate enough to travel the ​​world with his highlight being, cruising the Arctic Archipelago of Svalbard and breaking the record for the furthest Northern latitude of a non-ice class yacht.​ ​Ben endeavours to ensure that he and his crew provide a first-class service to his ​​guests with a focus on teamwork and safety.​ ​When Ben is not cruising, he enjoys spending time on the golf course, riding ​​motorcycles, and being in the mountains.

Stuart started his seagoing career in the merchant navy in 2008 as a cadet on 300m container vessels. After qualifying he worked within the commercial sector for several years on various vessels in the North Sea and around the world. Eventually transitioning to yachts, Stuart has worked his way up to Chief Officer on large yachts. Five years ago he started a regenerative farm from scratch, teaching himself farming, building and wood work. He pours all his free time off into his farm where he produces organic vegetables, poultry, pigs, honey and wood for the surrounding area.

With an international upbringing, Jamie was born in Zimbabwe and from the age of nine, lived between the UK and Australia. Jamie dedicated nine years to a successful professional cricket career, competing at both county and state levels. Additionally,having the honor of representing Australia in the under 19 Cricket Squad. Jamie has recently obtained his OOW Unlimited ticket, and has his sights set on achieving a Master’s ticket in the future. Beyond that, Jamie aspires to broaden his horizons by pursuing qualifications as an Aviation Pilot. In Jamie’s spare time, he enjoys taking part in a round of golf or a game of tennis.

Growing up in the Mexican Caribbean, surrounded by the sea and boats from a young age, Joshua developed a strong comfort and confidence in and around the water. Coming from a family that owned a scuba diving business operating tours throughout the year, Joshua’s early exposure to the maritime environment laid a solid foundation for a career in the industry. Over the course of his career, Joshua has completed seasons in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Pacific regions. Beyond his professional endeavors, Joshua is passionate about filmmaking, exploring uncharted destinations, embarking on exhilarating 4×4 off-roading adventures, and savoring moments of relaxation on pristine beaches.

Rudolf was raised in Pretoria, South Africa. He originally studied music to become a professional drummer, which he did for 5 years. After his music career, he swapped to personal training and moved to Cape Town to manage a gym. Whilst in Cape Town he transitioned again to becoming a kite surf instructor for yachts and deepened his passion for the water. Since then, Rudy has risen through the ranks to now being our Second officer onboard. In his spare time he enjoys trail running, water sports and exploring the outdoors.

Josh grew in Cape Town before moving to Somerset West, which sparked his love for the outdoors and sports. At high school, Josh began racing quad bikes, a passion that eventually evolved into a love for his current sports of running and mountain biking. Josh pursued his higher education at Stellenbosch University, culminating in an honours degree in Sport Science. During Josh’s studies, he gained invaluable experience as a soigneur for professional cycling teams. This hands-on exposure further deepened his understanding of sports and fitness. Upon graduation, Josh embraced the role of head personal trainer at a prominent gym in Stellenbosch. Josh’s adventurous side has lead him into yachting, where he is eager to explore destinations and share his passion for fitness.

Originally from Cornwall, England, Adam completed a four-year apprenticeship in bespoke joinery on yachts, working on new builds and refits. In April 2024, he joined JOY as a deckhand. Adam enjoys an active lifestyle, including running, skating, badminton, and paddleboarding. His adventurous spirit has led him to hike various mountains and skydive. With a solid background in craftsmanship and a passion for outdoor activities, Adam brings a unique blend of skills and enthusiasm to his role on JOY.

Charlie grew up in Exeter before moving to Bristol. He developed a passion for sports, particularly tennis and running, which later expanded to include surfing. Charlie went on to study business management at university. After completing his degree, Charlie returned to the family marquee business. Charlie’s adventurous spirit led him to take a ski season in Val d’Isère, an unforgettable experience that deepened his love for dynamic environments and outdoor pursuits. This then led him to embark on a career in the yachting industry, opening exciting new opportunities to explore the world and embrace his passion for adventure.

Will grew up in Bristol, UK, but discovered his love for the water on the south coast of Devon and the Isles of Scilly. He has lasting memories of sailing in Greece with friends and family. A lifelong rugby player, Will has also recently developed an interest in golf. Outside of sports, he enjoys working on his 1999 Land Rover Defender with his brother. With a passion for travel and adventure, Will has explored multiple countries, and in 2024, combined his love for the ocean and travel by joining the yachting industry.

Nick has over 20 years of chef experience in restaurants, yachting and the private sector. Nick’s journey began in his hometown of Manchester. His culinary mastery has taken him across the globe, from a prestigious 3 Michelin star restaurant in New York to a charming boutique château in France. Nick’s career highlights also include the opening of a one-hat restaurant in Australia, showcasing his diverse and refined culinary skills.. In between these ventures, Nick has worked in numerous kitchens internationally gaining experience in a multitude of cuisines. Nick enjoys going on adventures with his kids, making sure they have good taste in music, playing sports, and of course discovering amazing food.

Andrew was born and raised in the West Midlands and joined The Royal Navy at 20 years old, where he served 23 years as a Marine Engineer. After completing his training and degree in Engineering Systems, he served on Frigates and Destroyers. Andrew left The Royal Navy as a Warrant Officer 1 First Class. Since leaving Andrew has transitioned to yachting via LNG Cargo ships to obtain his Chief Engineer CoC. Away from work he enjoys the gym, kart racing, playing tennis and spending time with his family.

Martin comes from a small town in the southwest of England. With a solid foundation of 17 years of service in the Royal Navy, Martin transitioned into the yachting industry in 2015. Through dedication and hard work, Martin ascended to the role of Chief Engineer, gaining valuable experience on various boats, including overseeing the completion of the Joy. Beyond work, Martin enjoys in fine-tuning his car, exploring new destinations, and cherishing moments with family and friends. Martin has his sights set on an exciting future challenge – trekking to Everest Base Camp with a group friends.

Carragh grew up in a sailing town in Devon on the South coast of the UK. She started sailing and racing from a young age at her local sailing club and teaching at the sailing school. With salt in her blood and a strong desire to work and live on the ocean, she chose to become a Marine Engineer. She began her career over 10 years ago with the Royal Navy, and since then, Carragh has spent the past 6 years acquiring experience and knowledge on various large yachts. In her spare time, she enjoys kitesurfing, sailing, diving, and traveling.

Martyn resides in Dorset where Marine engineering has been his career ever since he left school in Nottingham. Working onshore in shipyards for over 12 years, he transitioned into yachting in 2015. Martyn joined yachting to progress with his career into larger yachts and has served as an Third engineer, Electrical engineer and now as second engineer on board MY JOY.
Away from yachting Martyn is a keen mountain biker traveller and enjoys spending time with his family and 2 dogs.