Gaston Lees-Buckley
Senior Sales Broker
Meet Gaston
Contacts
English, English USA, French, Italian
Department
Sales
Bio
Gaston is a dedicated senior sales broker with a lifelong passion for the sea and luxury yachting. His hands-on experience aboard some of the world’s most iconic yachts and his deep industry knowledge make him a trusted advisor for clients seeking exceptional vessels.
Background
Gaston’s yachting journey began in his early teens as a crew member on renowned motor and sailing yachts, including the 74m Blohm & Voss Eco and several Feadships. By 18, he earned his Yachtmaster Offshore license and launched a successful powerboat transfer business on the French Riviera and in Saint Barths, catering to high-profile clientele. At 20, he embarked on a two-year global voyage aboard the 93m Tattosh, covering over 30,000 nautical miles and attending prestigious events like the America’s Cup.
Experience
In 2003, Gaston joined Camper & Nicholsons as a trainee broker alongside his father, gaining invaluable insight into yacht sales and new build projects. Over the years, he has been involved in notable builds at leading shipyards such as Feadship, Fincantieri, Benetti, Riva, Sanlorenzo, and Perini Navi, managing projects from custom tenders to 140m superyachts. Today, Gaston combines his extensive sailing experience with brokerage expertise to deliver exceptional service to clients worldwide.
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