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About us Led by Experience. Driven by Excellence.

Founded by François Xavier Martin, a seasoned Chief Engineer holding an Unlimited Ticket, our service is backed by over 20 years of hands-on experience across both commercial vessels and private yachts.

With a deep, long-standing relationship with DeepBlue, François Xavier doesn't just use the platform—he optimizes it to deliver efficient, transparent, and reliable maintenance strategies tailored to each yacht's unique needs.

Whether you're preparing for charter, managing seasonal upkeep, or readying your yacht for sale, you'll benefit from a partner who combines real-world engineering expertise with smart technical systems—keeping your vessel compliant, valuable, and always ready to sail.

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Why Choose Mater ? Experience You Can Trust. Technology You Can Rely On.

With over 20 years of experience as a Chief Engineer on both commercial vessels and luxury yachts, Mater understands what it takes to keep a vessel running safely, efficiently, and in full compliance—both at sea and at the dock.

Here's what sets us apart :

Engineer-Led Maintenance Planning – Our systems are designed by someone who's worked in the engine room, not just behind a desk.
DeepBlue® Expertise - As a long-time partner and advanced user of Deep Blue, we know the platform inside and out. From setup to optimization, we train your crew and configure your system for maximum performance and clarity.
Commercial-Grade Standards, Yacht-Level Precision – We bring the discipline of commercial shipping to the detail-focused world of yachting.
Extensive New Build Experience – Having worked on new builds, we deeply understand vessel construction, owner requirements, shipyard workflows and quality control – so maintenance planning begins from day one.
Proven Crew & Owner Collaboration –With experience working directly with yacht owners, captains, and yacht management, we ensure every stakeholder is aligned and every process is seamless, safe, and efficient.
Trusted by Professionals – From crew onboarding to yard periods, we provide a maintenance strategy you can rely on.