Mark Smith is a freelance professional yacht delivery skipper based in Whangarei, New Zealand. He specialises in coastal yacht deliveries throughout New Zealand and offshore passages across the South Pacific. His professional experience includes the delivery of both sailing and motor yachts in a wide range of operating conditions.

How this membership was verified

IADS membership is not based solely on qualifications or information supplied by the applicant. Before membership is approved, the Association reviews the applicant’s professional history and supporting documentation against the IADS membership criteria.

For this member, IADS has verified:

✓ Identity
✓ Professional delivery experience
✓ Offshore experience
✓ Qualifications and commercial endorsements
✓ Relevant professional history

Membership was approved following review of the evidence provided to IADS.