Yacht Management & Captain Services

Equitable:  Adjective; fair and impartial; reasonable

Equitable Marine is located on the Treasure Coast, in Stuart Fl. Yacht management and Captain services are provided through out the south east coast of Florida. Because we offer a wide variety of services, there are several plans available to suit your needs. So if you are a local or long distance owner, we have the resources to keep your yacht ready for use.  Our captains are Merchant Mariner/USCG certified available for your on the water needs. So if you need vessel relocation, a delivery, like to go fishing, cruising, or want on the water training we have a captain for you. Because we love to be on the water we want to help you create lasting memories and to make sure boat ownership is as painless as possible. 

We can help with the sale of your vessel as we work with NAMS and SAMS marine surveyors, and local yacht brokers. So If you are planning on selling your vessel, ask us for a pre-sale inspection, we can help identify major troubles before you sell.

About Captain Mike

Captain Mike Ruggeri has been performing yacht management for several years. Because he has spent 30 years fishing and cruising the North East Atlantic and the offshore canyons, he understands the systems and their needs to keep the vessel safe. Since He has been in South East Florida for the past several years fishing and cruising. He is Familiar with the Okeechobee waterway, Bahamas crossings, Northeast to Florida spring and fall snowbird yachts moves. He has spent 15 years as a commercial airline mechanic/inspector, and is technically sound. So these skills carry over into how he operates and manages your vessel.

Chapman School of Seamanship                                               Stuart, FL

  • USCG Master 100 ton Master
  • Currently holding US Merchant Mariner Credential 50 ton Master
  • Commercial towing endorsement

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University                                    Daytona Beach, Fl.  

  • FAA Certified Airframe and Powerplant technician

Safety

  • Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certified

Travel Documents

  • Current TWIC card holder
  • Current Passport holder

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National Weather Buoys Page

Procedures for entering the U. S.

International Code of Signals

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