Members
of the crew
Andrea Veronesi
Owner and captain
Born 12.09.1996
After facing many personal challenges, and with the support of my family, I was finally able to achieve the dream of my life—a dream that also represents a lifestyle I have long cultivated and strived to attain.
Giulio Veronesi
Dad, restorer, engine engineer.
Born 22.07.1964
Nothing would have been possible without my dad. Only he and I together could tackle the challenges and problems that arise in such ambitious projects. He is, and will always be, my backbone.
He was the true genius, the mastermind behind all the work—from the structural to the decorative, and even the functional aspects. He worked in incredibly difficult conditions, with almost no services or comforts.
In short, he was an artist.
Cristina Kaufmann
Mother, holy supporter, ship's assistant.
Born 17.05.1966
She is the saint who endures all the quarrels and tensions within the family. In essence, she is the one who acts as an elastic bond and mediator between me, my dad, and the world.
She may not always be in the spotlight, but she is the strength that keeps us prepared and ready for any situation.
She is the energy that, every day, has allowed my dad and me to keep going.
Marchetto (Marco Arto)
Friend and sailor.
Born 03.12.1996
He has been a great friend for many years, and when the time came, he accepted the challenge of this difficult and complex project, welcomed as a brother.
With his strong character, he has been, and continues to be, a fundamental part of Circe1915. The countless situations we faced required constant adaptation, yet he managed to stay ahead of the curve, as though the sailing ship were his own.
Sofia Maestrello
Secretary, ship's assistant.
Born 28.04.2001
Although she joined in the final phase of this project, Sofi was able to bring fresh ideas and valuable contributions. She is the secretary everyone would want—knowledgeable, professional, and impeccably polite.
What sets her apart is her ability to add a touch of femininity to everything, even while being surrounded by two men on board. These qualities are not easy to find nowadays.
Lucio Donatini
Friend, manager, architect.
What can I say? He is a friend, an incredibly skilled professional, and a man of countless resources. Whenever there's a problem, his answer is always, "We have to find a way," never "It's impossible."
He has been, and continues to be, a crucial part of this project, playing a decisive role on many fronts. Thanks to him, this dream has become a reality—perhaps, in some way, it’s also a dream of his.
During this journey, we certainly shared the dream together, and I’m sure of that.
And yes, as we like to say, my dear manager: "WATCH OUT FOR THOSE TWO!"
Massimiliano Pellucci
Friend, Master Painter.
A family friend for many years, he is a painter and restorer by profession, working in a shipyard on Lake Riva motorboats.
What began as a casual joke, a mere curiosity when the boat was already in Portorož, soon developed into a close relationship. Your absence during the few days you weren’t around was deeply felt.
A true friend, he dedicated his time and passion to Circe. With his skilled hands and creative ideas, he dressed this "old lady" with great class and refinement, restoring her to a shiny, vibrant state. Few people know how to achieve such results, and even fewer know where to begin such a lengthy project. Thanks to his expertise, we managed to complete a large-scale, flawless total repainting.