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Richard Earley - Sailing Team

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If a man is to be obsessed by something, I suppose a boat is as good as anything, perhaps a bit better than most. EB White

Expertise

Global Sailing Leadership

Yacht Repairs & Engineering

Global Sailing Leadership

 With 20+ years of yacht racing and delivery experience, our skipper has led vessels up to 78ft across the UK, Med, Caribbean, and Asia. Trusted in every role from Skipper to Deckhand, he brings unmatched skill and leadership to the helm. 

World-Class Yacht Racing

Yacht Repairs & Engineering

Global Sailing Leadership

 Veteran of IRC, ORC, and global regattas including Cowes, Antigua, and Heineken Cup. Skilled in all racing roles, from trim to tactics, he brings speed, precision, and race-winning experience to every team. 

Yacht Repairs & Engineering

Yacht Repairs & Engineering

Yacht Repairs & Engineering

 Hands-on expertise in carpentry, systems, and engineering—from fibreglass repairs to full yacht restorations. Technical work done with a craftsman’s eye and a sailor’s insight 

Sail Care & Canvas Work

Sail Care & Canvas Work

Yacht Repairs & Engineering

 Sail Care Mallorca offers sail repair, canvas fabrication, anti-fouling, and yacht detailing. Trusted by local and international yacht owners since 2013. 

Expedition & Zodiac Ops

Sail Care & Canvas Work

Expedition & Zodiac Ops

 Led Zodiac operations for EYOS and BAS in the Arctic Northwest Passage. Maintained 15 military-grade RIBs under harsh, remote conditions with expert precision 

Certified & Reliable

Sail Care & Canvas Work

Expedition & Zodiac Ops

Certified Yacht Master Offshore with STCW, MCA engineering, and RYA training. Safe, qualified, and ready for any sailing or technical mission.

What customers say

Reliable, practical, and always ready to go the extra mile. Richard was a respected team member during a complex Northwest Passage expedition, known for his diligence, mechanical skill, and strong work ethic.”
– Kelvin Murray, Expedition Operations Director 

 “Richard progressed from trainee to production team leader, overseeing complex yacht textile projects with great attention to detail, leadership, and problem-solving skills.”

  – Brendan Simons, Director, Loft Customs 

“Hardworking and friendly, Richard managed client tenders and equipment for high-end expeditions, consistently ensuring quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.”
– Tom Sell, EYOS Tenders  

Typical appointments


This is a non exhaustive list of the types of vacancies I feel make best use of my two decades of industry experience.  I thrive in an ego free environment and am happy to fit into any role contributing to the safety, smooth operation and owner / guest enjoyment of the vessel. Longer term assignments preferred if possible. 


  • Captain (>24m) Gross Tonnage 200m
  • Mate
  • Bosun
  • Carpentry, Cover making, advanced diver.

Photo Gallery

Solomon Islands

Welcoming the Bishop, Malaita

Welcoming the Bishop, Malaita

Meeting the children on the Solomon Island from New Zealand. Spent 3 months working on a boat refit before delivering the boat. 

Welcoming the Bishop, Malaita

Welcoming the Bishop, Malaita

Welcoming the Bishop, Malaita

Part of a welcoming ceremony by the villagers and fisherman to celebrate the arrival of the bishop of Malaita, a tiny island in Melanesia.

Gizo, Taro , Ringgi, Noro

Welcoming the Bishop, Malaita

Gizo, Taro , Ringgi, Noro

Drone pic taken on board of the islands of Noroa during a 12  day voyage of Santa Isabel and New Georgia 

Harwich, UK

Expedition to US ex Military Base

Gizo, Taro , Ringgi, Noro

Assenbly of 14 mimtary Pro Zodiacs and 18m Rib.

Expedition to US ex Military Base

Expedition to US ex Military Base

Expedition to US ex Military Base

Visited abandoned ex military base on the Florida islands.Many remnants of WW2 and ordinance.  

Icebreaking North West Passage

Expedition to US ex Military Base

Expedition to US ex Military Base

Ernest Shakleton en route from St Johns newfoundland 6 week journey via Cambridge Bay

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