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At BOURBON, nearly 4,600 men and women work across a wide range of professions, both onshore and offshore. From the crews carrying out offshore operations to the onshore teams supporting them every day, every role contributes to the performance, safety and quality of our services.

This diversity of backgrounds, expertise and talents is one of our greatest strengths. To showcase these professions, we have chosen to give a voice to the people who live them every day through our podcast series, "Crew Stories."

"Crew Stories" podcasts: Authentic and inspiring testimonies

Behind every offshore mission are dedicated women and men, unique career paths, daily challenges and a shared passion for the maritime world.

Captains, Chief Engineers, Vessel Managers, Technical Experts and many others talk about their roles, their experiences, the moments that have shaped them, and their vision of their profession. Whether you're a student, a recent graduate, a maritime professional or simply curious to learn more about these careers, "Crew Stories" opens the door to a world where excellence, ambition and team spirit truly come to life.

Listen to all the episodes (by clicking on the pictures below), or on BOURBON's YouTube channel.

Happy listening, and welcome aboard!

“Safety is the starting point of everything.”

Marvin Michael is an HSE Officer aboard the Bourbon Enterprise, a MPSV vessel dedicated to subsea operations. In this episode, he takes us into a role that sits at the heart of all offshore activities, where vigilance, anticipation and coordination are essential to ensure the safety of crews, clients and assets. He also shares his career path, his attraction to the offshore industry, and the BOURBON culture, where excellence, teamwork and safety guide every mission.

“A successful operation always starts with thorough preparation.”

After several years working both offshore and onshore, Marine Arrighi is now an Operations Engineer. In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of offshore projects, where technical expertise, logistics and people must work in perfect harmony. From preparing vessel mobilisations and coordinating offshore teams to managing unexpected challenges, she ensures that every operation runs as smoothly and safely as possible.

“I told myself, ‘I'll give it a try’... and I did.”

Based in Port-Gentil, Gabon, Nelly Makosso Tchibouela is a crewboat pilot and one of only two female Masters of this type of vessel. In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of her daily work, from transporting offshore personnel and carrying out precision manoeuvres to vessel maintenance and safety. She reflects on a career she never expected to pursue, the challenges she overcame in a traditionally male-dominated industry, and the pride she takes in paving the way for more women to join the maritime profession.

“The Master and Chief Engineer must work hand in hand.”

Chief Engineer aboard the PSV Bourbon Explorer 516, Léo Saint-Martin takes us behind the scenes of an offshore supply vessel's operations. From maintenance and dynamic positioning to leading a multicultural engineering team and preparing critical interventions, he shares the realities of a profession where every detail matters. He also reflects on his career, the opportunities for growth offered to seafarers, and his conviction that safety and teamwork are the true foundations of success at sea.

“Safety always comes first on board.”

Originally from Nigeria and now living in Poland for more than sixteen years, Ebisidoh Ebaretombofa is the Master of the AHTS Bourbon Liberty 252. In this episode, he takes us behind the scenes of his daily life, from offshore operations and leading a multicultural crew to the responsibilities of command. A genuine conversation highlighting how safety, teamwork and the human element are the foundations of a demanding yet deeply rewarding profession.