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Pietro Sasia

CE III/2, AssocRINA, MIMarEST

Ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance at sea and in port. Over 25 years of experience in the maritime industry.

Professional Profile

I am a highly qualified Chief Engineer, specializing in comprehensive vessel operations management, preventive maintenance, and naval architecture.

My focus is on optimizing machinery performance while ensuring strict compliance with international regulations such as ISM. I have certified experience as a Designated Person Ashore (DPA), serving as a vital link between shipboard operations and shore-based management.

I work closely with shipyards, shipping companies, and crews to ensure that every maritime project meets the highest technical and safety standards.

Curriculum Vitae

Download my detailed professional history, including my licenses, maritime certifications, and the record of vessels I have served on.

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Core Expertise

Marine Engineering

Precision management of diesel propulsion, auxiliary systems, and high-voltage electrical distribution for superyachts.

ISM & DPA Compliance

Implementation of rigorous Safety Management Systems (SMS) and compliance with International Safety Management codes.

Naval Architecture

Advanced hull integrity assessments, stability calculations, and technical refit supervision from a structural perspective.

Technical Management

Comprehensive budget oversight, spare parts inventory control, and crew technical training protocols.

Where I Served

Norwegian Aqua

Cruise Ship, 156.300 GT, 322 m

Norwegian Viva

Cruise Ship, 143.500 GT, 299 m

Norwegian Joy

Cruise Ship, 167.700 GT, 333 m

Suerte

Super Yacht, 1500 GT, 69 m

Baraka

Super Yacht, 899 GT, 58 m

Bel 1

Super Yacht, 499 GT, 50 m

Testimonials

I am writing this letter to formally vouch for Pietro Sasia, whom I have known and worked with for nine years in my capacity as an engineer at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. Having worked alongside Pietro on several contracts, I can positively attest to his extraordinary moral character, profound sense of integrity, and untiring work ethic. In a professional setting and, in life in general, a person’s true character is revealed during high-stakes situations...

Carlos Jose Tovar Salcedo

2nd Engineer Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Durante nuestra estadia abordo del Norwegian VIVA del 05-25-2024 al 06-04-2024, hemos recibido una excelente atencion por parte de los servicios sin distinciòn. Desde el primer dia cuando embarcamos en Atenas, tuvimos el privilegio de conocer el Capitan Pietro Sasia, Staff Chief Engineer, el cual con su carisma y acendrado profesionalismo, supo darnos la bienvenida y indicarnos como disfrutar a bordo. Personas asì ponen en alto la calidad de los servicios ofrecidos ...

Mayor Rafael E Rodriguez

Oficial retirado Ejercito de Colombia Representante Veterano de las Fuerzas Militares en Florida

Pietro took full charge of the engine room operations and repairs to be done for the imminent season ahead. The handover was very brief and the job list very long. Pietro demonstrated excellent knowledge and work ethic as he tackled the long list which was handed to him. He very quickly become familiar with all systems onboard and went out of his way to bring them back to peak performance. His log keeping was very meticulous and thorough and always kept his areas tidy and clean...

David Duncan

Captain MY Zulu

Mr. Sasia is a very professional and caring to all the activities that take place on board his ship. Extremely knowledgeable about all the equipment on board is one of the best Chief Engineer that I have encountered in my career path. I would really recommend his person because he has a very high professional and seriousness in the tasks he carried out...

Claudio Chiappini

HSG Project Manager & Senior Automation Engineer

Get In Touch

Contact Information

I am available for consultations, dry-dock projects, or new on-board positions.

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