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Private & Commercial Boat Captain — NYC & Long Island

Reliable captain-for-hire services for private and commercial vessels across New York Harbor and Long Island Sound.

Meet Captain Louis

Captain Louis Ponsiglione is a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain with over 20 years of experience navigating New York Harbor, the Hudson and East Rivers, and Long Island Sound.

He has operated a wide range of boats—from smaller craft such as pontoons and Sea Rays carrying up to 50 passengers to yachts and commercial passenger vessels up to 100 gross tons carrying up to 500 passengers—leading private charters, tours, and dinner cruises. Known for his calm command and deep familiarity with local waterways, he brings a steady, professional presence to every trip.

Reliable and experienced, Captain Louis provides trusted, professional captain services for private and commercial vessels throughout New York Harbor and surrounding waters.

Captain Services & Capabilities

Captain for Hire Services

Captain for client-owned vessels
Backup and relief captain services
Captain services for commercial vessels

Charter Captain Services

Captain for private leisure charters
Captain for corporate charters
Captain for local sightseeing tours
Captain for fishing charters (inshore / local waters)

Additional Captain Services

Yacht delivery & relocation
Docking and vessel handling
Owner walkthroughs and vessel familiarization

Vessels Operated

Yachts & luxury vessels
Center console boats & powerboats
Pontoon boats & recreational vessels
Commercial and passenger vessels up to 100 gross tons (USCG licensed)

Available for hire as a licensed captain for private and commercial vessels, with extensive experience across a wide range of vessels and coastal conditions.

Who He Works With

Captain Louis works with a range of private, commercial, and corporate clients, including:

Yacht owners seeking an experienced captain for private vessels
Charter companies in need of reliable, professional captain services
Corporate clients planning private events and group outings
Commercial vessel operators requiring licensed captain services
Private clients booking leisure charters, tours, or fishing trips

Flexible scheduling based on availability—inquire for details.

Service Area

Serving

New York City (Hudson River, East River, Harbor)
Long Island (North & South Shore)
New Jersey Coast & Marinas
Connecticut Coast (Long Island Sound)

Providing licensed captain-for-hire services for private and commercial vessels across New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

Licenses & Certifications

U.S. Coast Guard 100 Ton Master’s License
Fully insured
CPR & First Aid certified
NYS Security Guard License
F-03 & F-04 Fire Guard Certification

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First Place Captain Services, LLC

CAPTAIN FOR HIRE SERVICES FOR PRIVATE & COMMERCIAL VESSELS

Serving NYC • Long Island • NJ • CT
(917)329-5510