We are Skysat
Installers and engineering office since 2002, we have forged our expertise in the field with over 200 boats completed.
We operate in France and worldwide on offshore racing sailboats as well as large cruising vessels.
We now offer our expertise to everyone.
Our online store provides a rigorous selection of specialized equipment.
We sell what we master: reliability first.
Our services
Embedded electronic systems
- System selection, installation, and configuration
- Installation of navigation hubs 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 means
Studies, technical diagrams and 3D design
- Engineering for projects (yard, skipper, owner)
- Preliminary studies, feasibility studies, detailed studies
- Design of synoptics, electrical nomenclature and schematics
- Mass and CG estimates
- Power balance sheets
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 computing systems
- Integration of onboard computers and tablets
- Implementation of 4G/Wi-Fi connections in router or access point 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 boatbuilding, Nicolas now runs 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 teamed up with Nicolas in 2021 to take on a new challenge: acquiring SKYSAT and founding the Mobius Group.
Denis PELMONT
With 40 years of experience, Denis brings a very high level of expertise to the design office and installations. His background, from offshore racing to custom cruising yachts, enables 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 design office to a comprehensive technology platform.
Atlas
The latest addition to the team, he oversees naps in the design office. Between resistance tests on our cables and shoes, he handles customer reception—provided they offer a few pets in return. A future powerhouse for the team!
