Matt Harvey - Founder
Matt Harvey, founder and lead skipper of Blue Water Expeditions, brings an exceptional blend of lifelong passion and hands-on experience to every voyage. Growing up in the UK, he learned to sail dinghies off the South coast of England, igniting a deep love for the sea early on. In 1996, after migrating to Australia, he dove into the world of yachting, dedicating over a decade to completing the rigorous Yachtmaster program. For Matt, real mastery comes not from textbooks but from the experience gathered on the water—a philosophy he embraced while honing his skills aboard his own vessels, including a Hanse 415 and a Sun Odyssey 37.
An MCA Yachtmaster Ocean, AMSA Sailing Master NC Offshore, and MNZ Master Yacht <24m, his credentials underscore his readiness to navigate some of the world's most challenging waters. In 2021, he acquired Salt Lines in Tahiti, sailing her back to Australia for a comprehensive three-month refit. Since beginning commercial operations in May 2022, Salt Lines has embarked on remarkable journeys, circumnavigating Australia, spending six months in the Pacific, and making multiple exploratory trips to and around New Zealand.
With over 40,000 nautical miles under his belt and experience with more than 250 crew members from all walks of life—from high-level professionals to dedicated homemakers—Matt has witnessed the incredible transformative power of expedition sailing. His leadership not only navigates challenging waters but also forges lasting bonds among crew members, creating a unique, shared journey that transcends the ordinary.
Meg Niblett
Co-skipper & yacht manager.
A 25-year-old British-born Australian resident, Meg has dedicated her life to becoming a full-time professional offshore sailor and racer. Currently based in Sydney, she has spent much of the past five years living and sailing in the region.
Her sailing journey began in the UK, racing Lasers and RS Fevas, which eventually led to F16/F18 racing in the south of France and participation in several offshore races along Australia’s East Coast. In addition to racing, She is a fully qualified Offshore Yachtmaster and has both skippered and crewed on a variety of sailing vessels. Since the age of 17, she has also worked as an RYA-certified windsurfing, sailing, and surf instructor across the Mediterranean and in Sydney.
Three years ago, Meg embarked on a circumnavigation aboard EVE, a Swan 65 ocean racing yacht. The voyage took her from Sydney to England via Indonesia, crossing the Indian Ocean, Red Sea, Mediterranean, and Bay of Biscay. Over the past two and a half years, she has logged 20,000 nautical miles aboard EVE.
Meg’s racing experience includes the 2021 & 2024 Sydney to Hobart’s, the 2023 Rolex Fastnet Race, and participation in the offshore racing circuit between France and the UK. Following these events, she completed a 2,000-nautical-mile double-handed delivery from France to Barcelona.