Who is BMBW
With thousands of nautical miles logged around the globe as both a professional skipper and a passionate sailor, Cédric brings a rare blend of hands-on sea experience and sharp commercial acumen to the yachting industry.
From leading sales at a yacht customization company to working within a shipyard, and being the one on passage, he has built an intimate understanding of every link in the value chain.
Born at the crossroads of French and German cultures and multilingual, he connects builders, dealers, and buyers across markets with clarity, trust, and a deep understanding for what drives each side of the table.
What BMBV does
Commercial Strategy & European Market Development
Market entry, expansion, and distribution strategy across European territories.
Brand & Marketing Direction
Brand premiumisation, positioning, and marketing strategy for yacht manufacturers and marine OEMs.
Dealer Network Development
Building, structuring, and managing high-performance dealer and distribution networks.
Purchase & Sales Advisory
Independent advisory for yacht acquisition and resale. Consultancy in equipment above and below deck or customizations.
We are not surveyors — we are strategic advisors.
Owner Training & Handover
Personalised owner training, boat handover, and client accompaniment programs.
Client Experience & After-Sales
Elevating the entire ownership journey, from first contact to post-delivery service excellence.
One Consultant.
Five Languages.
Every Market.
French
Native
In a global industry where trust is built face-to-face and deals are closed in the client's mother tongue, BMBV operates seamlessly across Europe's key yachting markets. From Southampton to La Rochelle, from Palma to Seattle — we connect.
German
Native
English
Native
Spanish
Fluent
Italian
Professional
What clients say
Nothing beats genuine and first hand feedback from actual owners.
This is an extract from clients' feedback over the past 15 years.