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Vaughn McAllister

Superyacht Close Protection & Tender Operations Lead — 11+ Yrs Experience · United States · Service regions: Bahamas, United States, Mexico, Switzerland

About this provider

STCW & Ship Security Officer (SSO) • SIA Level 3 Close Protection • RYA Powerboat Level 2 — Operating from Los Angeles, CA with 11+ years on the circuit across Bahamas, United States, Mexico, Switzerland. Focused on maritime close protection for large superyachts and private vessels operating across Mediterranean, Red Sea, and Caribbean anchorages. Proven track record in gangway access control, counter-drone and paparazzi perimeter management, and multi-vehicle shore tender excursions alongside yacht captains and pursers. Multilingual (English, Arabic); available for short-notice deployments and long-term retainers through the platform marketplace.

Services

Maritime & Superyacht SecurityPort Call & Berth Access ControlShore Excursion Close ProtectionDrone & Counter-Paparazzi DeterrenceISPS Code Compliance Audits

Languages

English (Native), Arabic (Conversational)

Experience

11 years stated experience