ABOUT ERIK BENTZEN

I am passionate about boats, sailing and the marine industry, both on and off the water. My extensive experience ranges from commercial and power yachts to top level composite racing sailing yachts. I enjoy being able to offer my experience and expertise while surveying and consulting.

Affiliations

Accredited Marine Surveyor^® with S.A.M.S.^®
Member of US Sailing
Member of ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council)
ABYC Certified Marine Tech Corrosion Technician
ABYC Certified Marine Electrical Technician
Member of NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency)
Member of PCC (Pacific Coast Congress)
Member of IMA (International Marina Association)
Member and active in several local Yacht Clubs

Experience Summary

Consultant for high profile race teams including America's Cup and Around the World race teams
Consultant for damage and repairs since 1989
Consulting and project management for new construction since 1995
Consulting and project management for repairs and modification since 1989
Experienced marina manager in Seattle, WA since 1985
Experienced yacht repair and construction since 1983
Experience yacht rigging, mast construction and inboard systems since 1983
Apprenticeship in boat building and repair in British Columbia, Canada
Apprenticeship in yacht rigging in Seattle, Washington
Experience in salvage and rescue operations aboard 72' salvage tug in U.S. and Canadian waters
Experienced in U.S. and Canadian coastal and inland yacht transport both power and sail
Extensive sailboat racing experience both inshore and off-shore from racing dinghy's to off-shore Maxi's (80') 25+ Years
Designed and built numerous small craft and racing crafts in wood and composite

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