Pietro was born and raised in Italy on the West Coast, close to the French Riviera border where he still lives today with his Family. At the age of 14, Pietro commenced his studies in Nautical College and after continued in the Navy Academy where he started his career at sea as a Cadet on the military ship called “Audace”. After two years of service in the Navy, Pietro decided to switch in the Merchant Marine and he started to work for Costa Cruises as Engineer Officer for about 11 years.
After that period he decided to accept a job as Chief Engineer in the Super Yacht Industry, working on board different private and charter Yachts from 35m to 90m including the fleet of the Saudi Arabia Royal Family.
In 2017 he entered into the Norwegian Cruise Line Family where he spent 9 years and sailing in China, Japan, Alaska, US coast, Bermuda, Caribbean and Mediterranean, before returning into Yacht Industry.
During his vacation Pietro likes to travel, specifically exploring the Countries where he has never been before. He is also a keen runner, crossfit athlete, snowboarder and deep diver. He enjoys taking care of his garden, meet new people and cultures and experiment different food and dishes as culinary experience.
Precision management of diesel propulsion, auxiliary systems, and high-voltage electrical distribution for superyachts.
Implementation of rigorous Safety Management Systems (SMS) and compliance with International Safety Management codes.
Advanced hull integrity assessments, stability calculations, and technical refit supervision from a structural perspective.
Comprehensive budget oversight, spare parts inventory control, and crew technical training protocols.
2014
Introduction to Naval Architecture, Hydrostatics, The Marine Environment, Operating in the Marine Environment, Durability in the Marine Environment, Regulatory Frameworks and Maintenance, Fundamentals of Ship Design.
2002
IMO Certificate III/2 – Chief Engineer 3000 kW or more / Ministry of Infrastructures and Transport.
Winner of the “Best Superyacht of the Year (40-60m)” at the Singapore Yachting Festival 2026. Recognized by Yacht Style for outstanding engineering and design.
I am available for consultations, dry-dock projects, or new on-board positions.
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