Route proofing worldwide

Your cruise ship staff captain on the spot.

Know the place before others dream about it

Take your guests the extra mile to destinations that amaze even the seasoned traveller! Often, the most inspiring discoveries await us where they are least expected. However, getting there requires careful preparations on many levels. To offer your passengers a safe experience, make sure to take account of all the peculiarities any destination can have. This includes detailed nautical as well as touristic examination. As an experienced cruise ship staff captain and canal pilot, I'll provide you with a comprehensive, custom-tailored analysis of both.


Are there local oceanic currents with an impact on your passage time? How are port procedures organised? How reliable are international traffic connections? What shore activities are available, and do they meet your requirements? Get your one-stop evaluation, based on thorough testing on the ground, and offer your guests only those adventures you have planned for!

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About me

Nautical expertise is my every day business. Exploring the unknown is my passion!


As a cruise ship staff captain, I have been travelling the world with our passengers. As a pilot, I serve crews from all over the world every day, each with their special needs. Today, I put my long standing experience from both fields at the service of cruise shipping companies worldwide.


Whether it is about examining berths for your vessels, testing shore excursions in person, or making local arrangements for your visit and transfers – let me know what you are looking for, and we'll create a unique experience for your passengers.

Ilha de Mozambique
Michael Schneider as staff captain on a cruise ship
Georgetown, Kaieteur Falls

My services

Nautical map

Nautical expertise


  • Assessment of berths and anchorages for your vessels
  • Examination of port facilities
  • Verifying the availability of bunker, fresh water supply, provision, etc.
  • Establishment of realistic passage times between destinations
  • Evaluation of the ideal travelling seasons for each itinerary
  • Access to local authorities and agents
  • Evaluation of realistic accessibility for passenger and crew change
  • Assessment of local expenses
  • Custom-tailored analyses for the specific needs of your vessels, crews and guests
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Excursion ship close to the shore

Touristic exploration


  • All shore excursions personally tested on the ground
  • Proof of feasibility, safety and comfort
  • Evaluation of realistic time management
  • Access to local partners and service providers
  • Assessment of local expenses
  • Custom-tailored offers


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