Meet the Design Team
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Catherine Pratchett
Yacht Designer
2D and 3D savvy, Catherine is the teams concept exploration for all types of projects from newbuild cruise ships to refit yachts.
Robert McFarlane
Director & Naval Architect
Since 1986, Robert's name has been behind some of the industry's tallest and most daredevil builds.
He prides himself on engineering efficiency and consistent delivery.
Anthony Chappaz
Safety & Interior Naval Designer
With his unwavering dedication and expertise, Anthony ensures that all our vessels Safety plans are not only up-to-date but also fully compliant with the latest IMO regulations.​.
Raymond Fagerli
Naval Architect & Hydrodynamicist
Hailing from Norway with degrees from Australia and the UK, Raymond brings excellency in structural design, stability analysis, problem solving and engineering.
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Estelle Derville
Naval Architect
Most commonly seen using her qualifications in yacht and power craft design, Estelle delivers exceptional engineering and design.
Terry Allen
Technical Director & Project Manager
A veteran engineer, Terry brings decades of experience in overseeing large cruise builds and super yacht refits and new builds to our projects around the world.
Alexandre Fortabat
Naval Architect
Alex supports our firm with general concepts, hull & appendage design, as well as stability testing and shipyard inspection.
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Catherine Pratchett
Yacht Designer
Our newest team member, after finishing her yacht design masters in Milan, Catherine is making sure our designs never fall out of style.
Amelie Peron
Naval Architect
A new team member from French Britany.
Catherine Pratchett
Yacht Designer
2D and 3D savvy, Catherine is the teams concept exploration for all types of projects from newbuild cruise ships to refit yachts.
Amelie Vrignaud
Naval Architect, Yacht Designer
Graduated from Naval Architecture
in Nantes France, Amelie enjoys 3D modelling and structure designs.
Giacomo Mallardo
Naval Architect
Graduated from Naval Architecture
in Italy, Giacomo Handles engineering and structure calculations.
COLLABORATION
Far from being a closed circuit, McFarlane ShipDesign often brings its expertise to external projects originating from shipyards, ship builders, private owners, cruise companies and other architecture firms.
We also work closely with industry-famed designers and stylists such as Sterling/Scott, Andrew Winch Designs, Vitruvius Yachts, Polar Konsul, Studio Pastrovich, Bannenberg & Rowell, and many more.
