Human Resources : They're changing jobs in the boating industry - May 11, 2026

Damien Dion takes over management of Outremer Catamarans
Damien Dion takes over management of Outremer Catamarans

Appointments, departures, job changes... There's been movement at Outremer Catamarans, RM Nautisme, West Marine, Navicom, AS Marine, Sea Merre and Rivacom.

Damien Dion takes over at Outremer Catamarans

At Grand Large Yachting, Damien Dion becomes Director of Outremer Catamarans. He takes the helm of the La Grande Motte-based brand, which specializes in ocean-going and fast-cruising catamarans. In his announcement, he spoke of his desire to pursue Outremer's development around product innovation and owner support.

Xavier Macaire joins the Imoca project 4CAD, Du Flocon à la Vague

Sailor Xavier Macaire joins the Imoca team 4CAD, Du Flocon à la Vague as technical and sports director. After several seasons in the Figaro Beneteau class, he has returned to a project that combines sporting performance and human commitment with skipper Benjamin Dutreux. He will now put his experience at the service of sports preparation, team management and the development of the Imoca project.

Thierry Metivier appointed Quality and Customer Service Manager at RM Nautisme

Thierry Metivier joins RM Nautisme as Quality and Customer Service Manager. This new role comes at a time when shipyards are strengthening their teams dedicated to owner follow-up and post-delivery support, which has become a major issue in ocean-going yachting.

Titouan Hulot takes over Chantier Naval West Marine

In Dinard, Titouan Hulot takes over the management of Chantier Naval West Marine. After several months of preparation, he takes the helm of this historic Côte d'Émeraude company specializing in boat sales, repowering, mechanical maintenance, winter storage and nautical services.

Stéphane Chevallier appointed Product Manager at Navicom

At Navicom, Stéphane Chevallier takes up the position of Product Manager. He has held the position of Technical Manager with the company for almost 23 years.

Léo Ibanez joins As Marine as yacht broker

Léo Ibanez joins As Marine as yacht broker. The new position comes at a time when the second-hand market is still buoyant, with a need for support in buying, selling and appraising yachts.

Philippe Brabetz appointed Program Director at Sea Merre

At Sea Merre, Philippe Brabetz becomes Director of Shipyard Programs. This appointment accompanies the structuring of the company's industrial activities.

Dounia Alno appointed Managing Director of Rivacom

Rivacom, a subsidiary of the Télégramme group, appoints Dounia Alno as general manager. This arrival accompanies a repositioning phase for the agency in the Greater West of France.

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