SHADES OF GREY Yacht Charter Catamaran

CAPTAIN: Francesco Testa

Francesco comes from a sea salty family, countless generations of fishermen from the Bay of Naples. Growing up by the sea, a life on the water was inevitable. For over a decade, Francesco has been sailing professionally around the world, delivering yachts and captaining luxury charters across some of the most breathtaking destinations.
Beyond sailing, his passions lie in philosophy, meditation, and martial arts, disciplines that shape his approach to both the sea and life. An avid water sports enthusiast and fisherman, he continues the traditions of his ancestors but now on a global scale. Deeply connected to the ocean, he is also highly sensitive to and respectful of the marine environment, always striving to minimize his impact and protect the waters he calls home.


CHEF: Pablo Canepa Puig

Chef Pablo is a professionally trained culinary expert with 11 years of experience in high-pressure kitchen environments. Known for preparing high quality meals with precision, he skilfully estimates portion sizes, coordinates inventory and maintains strong supplier relationships to source the finest ingredients. His commitment to hygiene, health and safety standards ensures a seamless and compliant operation in every kitchen he manages.
Creative culinary expertise: Combines artistic freedom with technical skill to create exceptional dishes that delight customers.
Operational Efficiency: Implements tight cost controls, organises inventory and optimises food sourcing to drive profitability.
Professional approach:
Chef Pablo views cooking as a powerful form of self-expression and is committed to working tirelessly to build a distinguished career in the culinary world. His innovative approach, coupled with his respect for tradition and local ingredients, ensures that every dish is a unique and memorable experience.
Pablo speaks fluent Spanish and English. He worked as chef in Mexico, Costa Rica, Australia, Uruguay, San Francisco USA, Barcelona Spain and Mallorca. He also learned asian techniques in Bali, Indonesia.


STEWARDESS Mia Van Aswegen:

Mia is passionate, hardworking and able to work efficiently under pressure. She works well with guests and crew members, and she is very patient. She has learnt how to deal with stress, long hours and somewhat difficult people, gracefully and always professionally.
Her strengths include compassion, hardworking, beeing well organised and punctual.
Mia has worked already on Motoryachts, beeing stewardess and cook. She has a very good eye for table setting and decorations, and will make sure the guests feel like being home from the minute they go on board.
Mia holds a Jetski license and also a Powerboat license.
Mia is working on SHADES OF GREY since the launch of the yacht, she was a great part of the successful season in the Mediterranean Summer.


STEWARDESS: Kami Hutchings

Originally from Chicago, USA, Kami is a warm, easy-going professional with a passion for sailing, hospitality, and adventure. With a background in elementary education and six years of life in Spain, she blends a strong work ethic with a fun-loving, approachable personality that guests instantly connect with.
Now fluent in both English and Spanish (C2), Kami brings excellent communication skills and a positive attitude to every charter. She takes pride in creating a welcoming, high-standard onboard environment and is known for her attention to detail, adaptability, and team spirit.
Born on April 11, 1994, Kami is an American national who loves snorkeling, climbing, and yoga — and is even a certified yoga instructor. Whether helping on deck or delivering a five-star guest experience inside, she brings energy, care, and professionalism to every role.


DECKHAND: Salvatore Di Maio

Born and raised in Castellammare di Stabia, between Naples and Sorrento, Salvatore has spent his life by the sea. He began his nautical career at 18 as a superyacht mooring assistant and has since gained over a decade of experience as a captain and first officer. Passionate about navigation and travel, he brings extensive knowledge and technical expertise to Shade of Grey, ensuring smooth and safe sailing for every journey.