Human Resources : They're changing jobs in the boating industry - March 17, 2026

Appointments, departures, job changes... There's been movement at Morbern Europe, OC Sport, Lankhorst Taselaar, Groupe Beneteau, Cabinet ministériel, Highfield Boats, Eole Performance, Granit Racing, Cabesto and SeaTech Support.

Elodie Rosa appointed Marine Sales Manager at Morbern Europe

Morbern Europe appoints Elodie Rosa as Marine Sales Manager. The manufacturer of coated fabrics for the marine sector entrusts her with the development of its presence in the EMEA marine market.

Based in Palma de Mallorca, she brings a wealth of experience in boating, materials and international partnerships. Her mission covers relations with boatyards, designers, distributors and marine upholstery professionals, for both interior and exterior applications.

Lucas Vignais joins OC Sport in sponsorship

After four and a half years with Hurricane Group, Lucas Vignais joins OC Sport as Sponsorship Manager.

This shift from an action sports event organizer to a player involved in major outdoor and water sports events reflects a profile focused on developing partnerships. For the industry, this type of recruitment demonstrates the growing importance of commercial expertise capable of linking brands, events and communities.

Francesco Pio Venditti expands his scope at Lankhorst Taselaar

Francesco Pio Venditti announces his appointment as Product Manager Inflatable and Marine Onboard Solutions at Lankhorst Taselaar.

He is responsible for a portfolio comprising several Navico Group brands, including MarInco, Whale, Mastervolt, Attwood, BEP and Relion. This position combines range management, distribution and sales support for on-board equipment relating to energy, electrical fittings and on-board solutions.

William Serrano promoted to After Sales Americas at Beneteau Group

William Serrano joins Beneteau Group America as After Sales Manager for the Americas.

It supports service operations for several Group brands, including Jeanneau, Prestige, Beneteau and Wellcraft. Its scope will also include Lagoon and Excess. In such a vast market, after-sales remains a sensitive area, between network management, customer support and service consistency.

Ludovic Schultz joins Catherine Chabaud's firm

Ludovic Schultz joins Catherine Chabaud's team to focus on marine ecosystems and biodiversity.

This appointment falls more within the public sphere than the commercial nautical sector, but it is of interest to the industry insofar as it concerns maritime policies, the sea, fishing and the environmental balances that govern these uses.

Ian Clark appointed Country Manager at Highfield Boats

After nearly ten years with Baltic Lifejackets, Ian Clark joins Highfield Boats as country manager.

His arrival supports the brand's sales development in its market. For a manufacturer of aluminum semi-rigids, this type of position plays a pivotal role between network, distribution, sales promotion and field feedback.

Laure Civallero confirmed at Eole Performance

Laure Civallero continued her career with Benjamin Dutreux and the Eole Performance site, where she was confirmed as communications and community manager on a permanent contract.

This stabilization in the team reflects the need, for structures linked to ocean racing and technical projects, to rely on profiles capable of ensuring project communication, community animation and image monitoring.

Thomas Cornu launches Granit Racing

Thomas Cornu announces the launch of Granit Racing, a new sports marketing agency serving brands and athletes.

Even if the activity goes beyond the nautical sector, this type of structure is of direct interest to ocean racing, regattas and sponsorship programs. It is part of an environment where partnership activation, project visibility and content production are becoming increasingly important.

Thomas Fernandez promoted to manager of Cabesto store in Aubagne

Cabesto announces the appointment of Thomas Fernandez as Aubagne store manager.

His career path was built up internally, from department manager to store manager, with stints in Martigues and then Mandelieu la Napoule. This illustrates the way specialized distribution works, where product knowledge, team management and experience in the field remain solid underpinnings.

SeaTech Support sets up in La Trinité sur Mer

Clémentine Reverdy and Aurélien Poisson launch SeaTech Support in La Trinité sur Mer.

The company specializes in marine electricity and electronics, providing installation, optimization, troubleshooting, technical follow-up and boat preparation services. Its location in the port of La Trinité sur Mer puts it in direct contact with both racing and cruising boats, in a basin where local technical service is still highly sought-after.

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