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SWINGING FROM THE BOOM
Growing up in Padanaram, MA, founder, David Curtis has spent the majority of his life on the water— quite literally. At a very young age, David was most often spotted in a car seat swinging from the boom of his parent’s sailboat.
In his youth, David seized opportunities to gain experience and knowledge in many aspects of the marine industry. From sailing school, working as an assistant sailmaker and assistant technician (heating, refrigeration, water-making) to attaining his PADI Diver Certifications and USCG Limited Master (Launch Tender) License.
SUPERYACHT
Labor and pastime continued to intertwine themselves and fuel maritime interests and passions further. David began enjoying his free time restoring antique boats along with other small maintenance projects.
He developed an eye for luxury and attention to detail through crew and captain experiences (S/Y 67’) on Hinkley, Viking and Oyster Yachts, etc.— specifically his time spent on 44m super yacht, Artemis in Newport, RI and the BVI.
U.S. MERCHANT MARINE
David worked as a U.S. Merchant Marine Tankerman (PIC) and Mate on tugboats for the last decade. Working various marine trades within the industry (fuel, gravel, dredging, laying cable…) from Nova Scotia to New Jersey.
David holds:
Master not valid on vessels 500 GT or more (near coastal)
Able Seafarer Deck and Able Seamen Special
STCW—Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping
RFPNW—Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch
PSC—Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
Tankerman—PIC (Barge)
Advanced Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operation
Assistance Towing
Auxiliary Sailing
Lifeboatmen
Southcoast Boatworks
Southcoast Boatworks was born out of David’s passion for boating and his professional experiences within the marine industry. David continues to satisfy his curiosities and expand his maritime skill set. In 2021 David earned ABYC and NMEA certifications in the Marine Systems Program at IYRS School of Technology and Trades in Newport, Rhode Island. Most recently David was nominated and selected by the Boating Industry Magazine as Top 40 under 40 in the industry. Today, Southcoast Boatworks locally services New England as well as the U.S and B.V.I’s. David’s firsthand experiences, modern customizations and attention to detail are what makes SCB unique. He truly takes pride in each job and is committed to customer service. Southcoast Boatworks looks to be a convenient, affordable one stop solution for boaters. Providing high-quality services while creating life-long relationships in local harbors.
