Morgan Grégoire

Chief Engineer III/2 | Superyacht Technical Consultant | Marine Surveyor (Transitioning)

Palma de Mallorca, ES.

About

Highly accomplished Chief Engineer with over two decades of experience in professional marine engineering, including more than a decade leading technical operations on 50-75 metre motor yachts. Possessing an MCA Chief Engineer III/2 Certificate of Competency, I offer independent technical expertise in new-build projects, refits, machinery diagnostics, and complex engineering systems. Currently transitioning into professional yacht surveying, I leverage my deep engineering background to provide specialist knowledge for technically demanding inspections and comprehensive due diligence, supporting yacht owners, surveyors, insurers, and project managers across the Mediterranean and worldwide.

Work

Independent Superyacht Technical Consultant & Chief Engineer

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Chief Engineer & Marine Surveyor (Transitioning)

Palma de Mallorca, Spain, Spain

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Summary

Provided independent technical expertise and comprehensive engineering leadership to yacht owners, surveyors, insurers, and project managers for over two decades, specializing in 50-75m motor yachts and complex marine systems.

Highlights

Spearheaded marine engineering operations for over 20 years, including a decade as Chief Engineer on 50-75 metre motor yachts, optimizing vessel performance and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Directed comprehensive technical management for new-builds, refits, and warranty projects, collaborating with shipyards, class societies, and manufacturers to achieve timely and budget-compliant project delivery.

Conducted in-depth machinery and propulsion inspections, engine-room condition assessments, and sea trials, leading to enhanced operational reliability and safety standards.

Provided critical pre-purchase technical due diligence and insurance condition surveys, delivering detailed technical reports that mitigated risks and informed strategic investment decisions.

Leveraging specialized engineering expertise to support experienced marine surveyors on freelance assignments, enhancing the accuracy and depth of technical evaluations for large yacht acquisitions.

Languages

English

French

Spanish

Certificates

MCA Chief Engineer III/2 Certificate of Competency

Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA)

Skills

Marine Engineering & Systems

Marine Engineering, Machinery Diagnostics, Complex Engineering Systems, Engine-room Condition Assessments, Machinery Performance Assessments, Propulsion Systems, Technical Management.

Project & Operations Management

New-build Project Management, Refit Project Management, Warranty Project Management, Refit Supervision, Owner's Technical Representation, Sea Trials, Operational Excellence.

Technical Inspection & Due Diligence

Machinery Inspections, Pre-purchase Technical Due Diligence, Insurance Condition Surveys, Warranty Investigations, Technical Reporting, Technical Evaluations, Risk Mitigation.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Shipyard Collaboration, Class Society Liaison, Manufacturer Engagement, Contractor Management, Vendor Relations.