Yassir

Pierre-Emmanuel Levacher-Barbarroux Skipper & Sailing instructor Director of 47° NORD - www.47nordsailing.com 25 September 2025 To Whom It May Concern, I am pleased to provide this letter of recommendation for Yassir Benchelah, with whom I have had the opportunity to sail closely. In October–November 2023, Yassir was my First Mate on an offshore passage aboard a 39-foot sailing yacht from Corsica to the Canary Islands. Throughout this demanding voyage, he demonstrated excellent seamanship, a serious and reliable approach to his duties, and strong teamwork. His navigation skills, watchkeeping, and ability to manage responsibilities under offshore conditions were of a high standard, and I trusted him fully as my second. On this occasion, he was able to perfect his knowledge so that he could be fully independent. Beyond our passage, I have also known Yassir as skipper for private charters during the 2024 season in Greece. He successfully skippered both catamarans and monohulls in the Cyclades, managing clients with professionalism and ensuring safe and enjoyable sailing experiences. The feedback from these charters has been very positive, confirming his ability to take on full responsibility as captain. Based on my direct experience, I can attest to Yassir’s seriousness, competence, and dedication. He is both a sailor trustworthy and capable in his own right. I have no hesitation in recommending him for future opportunities in the maritime industry. Sincerely, Pierre-Emmanuel Levacher-Barbaroux Skipper & Sailing instructor Director of 47° NORD 47° NORD is a professional sailing company based in Brittany, France, and offering offshore training and customized sailing experiences.

To whom it may concern, I am pleased to offer my full support for our continued collaboration with Yassir Benchelah and Natasha (Anastasia) Zagkli during the 2024 and 2025 charter seasons. As a Charter Sales Consultant at SamBoat, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with this highly capable and reliable team. Yassir and Natasha have operated as a skipper and hostess team aboard both monohulls and catamarans ranging from 39 to 51 feet, navigating a wide range of itineraries across the Greek seas, including the Cyclades, Ionian, and Dodecanese islands. T heir professionalism and consistent delivery of quality service have contributed meaningfully to the overall satisfaction of our clients. We’ve received consistently positive feedback, with guests often noting: - Their warm hospitality and clear communication. - A strong focus on safety and efficient onboard operations. - Attention to detail in both sailing and guest service. - The welcoming and relaxed environment they foster onboard. In a sector where trust and client experience are vital, Yassir and Natasha have proven to be dependable professionals who represent the values we aim to uphold at SamBoat. Their teamwork, adaptability, and thoughtful approach have made a positive impression on both our clients. We look forward to continuing our successful collaboration and would confidently recommend them for any future yachting assignments. Warm regards, Fanoula Roozendaal Charter Sales Consultant SamBoat