Meet the Team

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PILOTS

Maxime Nocher, pilot

Oban Duncan, pilot

Founders

MAXIME NOCHER

TEAM CO-FOUNDER

Maxime Nocher stands as one of the most decorated athletes in kite foiling history, with a proven track record of dominance on the water. Now channeling his expertise as co-founder and pilot for Team Monaco in the E1 World Championship, he embodies innovation and sustainability in electric powerboat racing.

CHRIS TAYLOR

TEAM CO-FOUNDER

From co-creating the tiny but mighty powerhouse Polly Pocket that captured millions of childhood imaginations , to investing early in the high voltage thrill ride of Formula E, Chris is the ultimate blend of creative spark and business savvy. A master at mixing sport, tech, and entertainment, Chris brings a relentless passion for pushing boundaries with a sharp eye for what makes people cheer.

Engineers

YUGA BHARATHI

Yuga is a mechatronics engineer with a deep passion for the future of electric mobility. As Team Captain and Pilot of Sea Shakti, Yuga represented India alongside his Team Monaco teammates at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, earning global recognition through awards for Innovation, Design, Communication, and the prestigious Townhall Cup.

NAVEEN MURUGESH

Naveen is a mechanical engineering professional with expertise in electric powertrains and advanced propulsion systems for high‑performance electric boats. Experienced in propeller efficiency optimisation and former Team Lead of Team Sea Sakthi at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 2025, now contributing at the forefront of sustainable, performance‑driven marine racing innovation with Team Monaco.

ROGITH RAJ

Rogith is an electrical engineer with a strong background in electrical systems, energy systems, and motorsports. Electrical Lead for Team Sea Sakthi, representing India at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, where the team secured victories in the Design, Innovation, Communication, and Town Hall Cups. Has extensive hands‑on experience developing electrical and energy systems for electric boats, go‑karts, and Baja vehicles. Also worked as an engineer with E1 Team Blue Rising, contributing to five podium finishes.

JAIRISH RAJAN

Jairish is a mechatronics engineer and racing pilot with multidisciplinary experience in electric marine and two‑wheel motorsport. A former racer and Team Captain of Team Moto KCT (MotoGP student bike), with multiple competitive. Jairish was also Material Analysis, Design & Manufacturing Lead and Pilot for Team Sea Sakthi, India’s official entry at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, where the team secured the Design, Innovation, Communication Awards, and Town Hall Cup. Now Team Monaco’s Strategic Performance Analyst and Team Mechanic, his focus is on optimising performance, ensuring reliability, and race execution for high‑performance electric race boats.

Media

Sam Palmano

Head of Production

Elise Hamer

Communications

Katherine Palmano

Sponsor Liaison

Lola Bierlein

Sponsor Liaison