MEET OUR crew

CAPTAIN | Bo Cameron

A true Kiwi with worldwide knowledge. Bo has come onboard to be back in the South Pacific closer to his family back home. He has years of experience all around the world and more recently in Dubai working onboard the Royal Families yacht.

Bo was previously Captain for many years onboard a 77m in the Mediterranean, he is a dynamic, hands on leader who is lifting the luxury premium experience back here inAustralia on super yachts ensuring he creates amazing memorable experiences for guests.

Previous Yachts;

M/Y Rocket, M/Y Queen Mavia, M/Y DB9, M/Y Lucky Me, M/Y Battal, M/Y Semeralda, M/Y Hadia, M/Y Penny, M/Y Libra III, M/Y Scott Free, M/Y Perla Blue, M/Y Vita, M/Y Snowgoose, M/Y Lady Allison

Our Crew onboard of 9 are from around the globe with years of experience from the local soil here in Australia & New Zealand to Malaysia, South Africa and Europe we have a very diverse and dedicated team wanting to explore the South Pacific with you.

The team are committed to providing all guests with a premium bespoke experience, one to remember. Safety is their a number one priority along with ensuring professionalism whilst creating a beautiful environment at all times.

  • CHIEF ENGINEER

    LALIT CHAND

    Lalit and his Fiji background brings onboard a cup full of kindness, teamwork, hard work and energy. He comes onboard M/Y AIX with many years of Engineering experience behind him with previously working onboard super yachts in United Arab Emirates and the South Pacific with the highest of standards. He works with a method of proactive not reactive and loves when guest want to view his prestigious engine room! Lalit loves meeting new people and being part of a fabulous team and family.

  • FIRST MATE

    CORNELUIS MOUTON

    Corneluis (also known as Neil), is from South Africa and has had a solid 7 years yachting experience on both Private and Charter Motor Yachts. He has a great sense of humour and can be relied on to lighten the mood yet remain focused, dedicated, and get the job done properly. Although in the role of First Mate, Neil has a great Engineering background also having previously worked onboard a 33m as the Sole Engineer. Never been to Australia Neil was so excited to join M/Y AIX and experience all that us Aussie have to offer along with seeing for himself Kangaroos and Crocodiles!

  • CHIEF STEWARDESS

    DARAH MAE ABALOS

    Darah has joined the yacht with over 10 years’ experience as a Chief Stewardess. Having spent the last 10 years onboard M/Y Smeralda a 77m Motor Yacht in Dubai her experience she brings onboard is outstanding. Her passion for hospitality is huge and she loves working with people in a team. She is completely dedicated to her role, loves to train younger stewardesses and see them grow. She is always smiling with a bright and colourful personality.

  • HEAD CHEF

    JARED MCKELLAR

    Emerging gem, a chef of 10 years, Jared trained in New Zealand in several hatted restaurants before travelling the world. Whilst travelling he has had a lot of experiences but chose to pursue yachts after moving to Australia.
    Click to our Head Chef dedicated page to find out more about Jared and his background and style of cooking.

  • BOSUN

    RONALD CAPIRIG

    Ronald is from the Phillipines and has world onboard Motor Yachts for the last 10 years. Starting off as a Yacht Steward/ Deckhand he has had experience of both the Interior and Exterior in both private and charter yachts. Ronald is known for his amazing attention to detail, cleanliness and organisation along with his fantastic tender driving skills.

  • DECKHAND

    LAURA THOMPSON

    Sailing has always been a big part of Laura’s life, both recreationally and professionally. Laura was a member of the Australian Sailing Futures Team and recently finished several years campaigning for the Olympics in the sport of Sailing.

    Laura has spent most her life on the water exploring every water activity there is including wakeboarding, water skiing, tow foiling and wing foiling. Laura is very comfortable around boats and lived onboard a 44ft sailing yacht for 10 months.

  • SECOND STEWARDESS

    SIMONA ÅGREN

    Simona is a hidden gem from Sweden, she has years of experience in high end service, and says she is humbled to often receive compliments regarding her excellent service standards.

    She is always serving with a big smile, keeping the guest's best experience at mind. With her genuine passion for providing amazing service combined with being a smiley person with a very positive mind set she is a great asset onboard M/Y AIX.