Marianne Danissen

Bio

Marianne is Head of Yacht Management at Camper & Nicholsons, bringing over two decades of experience both at sea and ashore. Fluent in English, Dutch, French, and German, she is a true world citizen with a deep passion for yachting, engineering, and the people who make up the industry. Marianne leads her team with dedication and a strong focus on safety, compliance, and service excellence.

Background

Having spent more than ten years at sea as mate and later as chief engineer, Marianne gained extensive experience on both motor and sailing yachts. She developed a true passion for engineering during her years on board and still enjoys time at sea, particularly transatlantic crossings and Mediterranean voyages. Her international background and love for adventure continue to shape her approach to yacht management.

Experience

Marianne joined Camper & Nicholsons in 2003 as an assistant within the yacht management division. She quickly advanced into a specialist role in ISM and ISPS compliance and went on to manage these areas for many years. As one of the few certified ILO trainers for the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) within the yachting sector, Marianne has contributed significantly to industry best practices.

In 2013, she moved into the role of Senior Fleet Manager, overseeing a large portfolio of yachts, before being appointed Head of Yacht Management in early 2019. Today, she leads the entire management team with passion and professionalism, continuously promoting personal development and growth within the industry.

Outside of work, Marianne is an avid hiker and kite surfer and enjoys spending time outdoors and sailing whenever possible.