We are Skysat
Installers and engineering office since 2002, we forged our expertise in the field with over 200 completed sailboats.
We operate in France and worldwide on offshore racing sailboats as well as large cruising vessels.
We now make our expertise available to everyone.
Our online store offers a rigorous selection of specialized equipment.
We sell only what we master: reliability first.
Our services
Embedded electronic systems
- System selection, installation and configuration
- Installation of navigation systems equipped with sensors and displays (NMEA 2000) complemented with GPS, AIS, radar and VHF
- Installation of latest-generation autopilots and inertial measurement units
- Creation of networked computer systems
- Definition of communication methods
Studies, technical diagrams and 3D design
- Engineering for projects (yard, skipper, owner)
- Pre-studies, feasibility studies, detailed studies
- Design of synoptics, nomenclatures, and electrical schematics
- Mass and CG estimates
- Power balances
Electrical systems
- Design and installation of DC and AC power circuits
- Design of electrical panels and "digital switching" systems
- Specific aluminum aviation crimping and wiring for weight savings
- Adaptation of charging systems: alternator, solar, wind, etc.
- Lithium battery integration
- Installation of AC circuits: inverters, generators, etc.
Mechanical design
- Custom alternator mounts
- Inertial measurement unit (IMU) housings
- Insulated fiberglass supports
- Custom designs
Embedded computer systems
- Installation of on-board computers and tablets
- Implementation of 4G/Wi-Fi connections in router or hotspot mode
- Design of networks (Ethernet, UDP, NMEA...) with navigation software (Adrena, TimeZero) and navigation displays for routing activation and polar optimization
Satellite communication systems
- Installation and commissioning
- Subscriptions
- Starlink, Iridium, Fleet
The management team
Nicolas VERKANT
Trained as an engineer and after starting his career in shipbuilding, Nicolas now heads SKYSAT's operations.
Paul-Louis DEFRÉTIÈRE
After two America’s Cup campaigns with Oracle Team USA and American Magic in the Systems and Mechatronics departments, Paul-Louis took on a new challenge in 2021: acquiring the company SKYSAT and co-founding the Mobius Group.
Denis PELMONT
With 40 years of experience, Denis brings a very high level of expertise to the design office and installation. His background, from offshore racing to custom cruising yachts, allows him to offer tailor-made designs perfectly suited to your technical requirements and sailing program.
Pol CONIN
Software engineer and tech entrepreneur, Pol joined the adventure to bring Skysat into the digital age. Goal: transition from a traditional engineering office to a comprehensive technology platform.
Atlas
The latest addition to the team oversees naps in the design office. Between resistance tests on our cables and shoes, he handles customer reception in exchange for a few pets. A future heavyweight for the team!
