About

Simon Roberts is Managing Director and shareholder of Quadrant Group, bringing more than 25 years of experience across the maritime, shipping and superyacht sectors.

Throughout his career, Simon has developed extensive expertise in yacht ownership structures, crew management, corporate administration and the practical challenges faced by superyacht owners, family offices, brokers, legal advisers and industry professionals. His broad industry knowledge has been built through senior leadership roles spanning commercial shipping, yacht operations, crew services and corporate ownership solutions.

In 2021, Simon was appointed Managing Director of Quadrant Group and subsequently led the management buyout of the business in 2022. Under his leadership, Quadrant has continued to strengthen its position as a trusted provider of corporate ownership and crew management services to superyacht owners around the world. The business has experienced sustained growth while remaining privately owned, debt free and focused on delivering a highly personalised service model.

Simon works closely with clients and professional advisers on complex ownership structures, acquisitions, transactions and long-term asset planning. His practical, commercially focused approach, combined with a detailed understanding of regulatory and operational requirements, enables him to help clients navigate often complex ownership and operational challenges with confidence.

In his role as Managing Director, Simon remains actively involved in the strategic direction of the Group while maintaining close relationships with many of the company’s clients and professional introducers. He is passionate about preserving the independent, relationship-driven culture that has defined Quadrant for more than four decades and continues to focus on building a business that delivers exceptional service, long-term value and sustainable growth.

“Quadrant have been providing Corporate and Crew Management services for our 52m motor yacht since 2013. Simon and his team are professionals to the highest level with a no drama, problem solving and supportive approach.

Simon and his team are always available in case of emergency, but also as a sounding board if I want to check the legality of day-to-day events with the boat or the crew – if he doesn’t know the answer, he will draw on the wealth of knowledge in his team from tax laws to crew contractual issues.

There is a non-judgmental, highly experienced response to any situation and I consistently feel supported in my role as Captain. I would strongly recommend Quadrant to anyone seeking such services for their yacht.”
Captain, M/Y SANAM

Catherine Connolly is Client Relationship Director and a shareholder of Quadrant Group, bringing more than two decades of experience within the superyacht and corporate services sectors.

Throughout her career, Catherine has built a reputation for delivering exceptional client service and developing long-standing relationships with yacht owners, family offices, brokers, legal advisers and other professional partners across the international superyacht industry. Her extensive industry knowledge, combined with a highly personable and client-focused approach, has made her a trusted point of contact for many of Quadrant’s clients and professional introducers.

As Client Relationship Director, Catherine is responsible for overseeing client engagement across the Group, ensuring that clients receive the high standards of service, responsiveness and personal attention that have become synonymous with the Quadrant brand. She works closely with owners and their advisers throughout the lifecycle of yacht ownership, helping to coordinate the delivery of corporate ownership, administration and support services across multiple jurisdictions.

Catherine plays a key role in both client retention and business development, helping to strengthen existing relationships while supporting the continued growth of the Group through her extensive network of industry contacts. Her ability to understand client objectives and provide practical, relationship-driven solutions has been instrumental in maintaining Quadrant’s reputation for delivering a highly personalised service experience.

As a shareholder and member of the senior leadership team, Catherine is actively involved in the strategic development of the business and remains committed to preserving the independent, owner-managed culture that distinguishes Quadrant within the market. Her dedication to building trusted long-term relationships continues to be an important factor in the Group’s ongoing success and growth.

“I’ve had the pleasure to have Catherine as my point of contact at Quadrant Group for 11 years now. The support I receive from her is first class. She’s very knowledgeable within the industry and always makes herself available for assistance or advice.”
Captain, 42m Palmer Johnson

Paul joined the Crew Solutions team in 2017. He has over 18 years of experience working in the maritime industry, where he performed a senior role within BP Shipping for 11 years. His extensive knowledge, skills and industry experience have been instrumental in his ability to oversee crew management operations globally as well as support and/or manage various project implementations relating to crew planning, logistics, payroll, and system reviews. Paul’s wealth of expertise ensures that both client and crew satisfaction is delivered as promised, whilst keeping regulatory compliance at the forefront every step of the way. Today, as a part-owner and Crew Services Director, Paul manages a team of 10 Crew Employment Specialists delivering the highest levels of service to 1,500 superyacht crew world-wide.

“My experience with Quadrant Group and Paul Fleming has been nothing but professional, efficient and client focused. Paul and his team will go over and beyond their remit to help solve a crew issue, whatever that happens to be. They do it with passion and determination to ensure the Owner/Captain has as little crew issues as possible. In addition, they also do this within the fee structure agreed and you will not see ‘additional’ unbudgeted invoices from Quadrant.

I will recommend Quadrant to anyone who owns or operates a yacht for crew payroll and contract services. The cost is insignificant to the value you receive from them.”
Owner, M/Y TITIAN PEARL

Tim Cox is Finance Director and a shareholder of Quadrant Group, bringing extensive financial, operational and strategic management experience to the business. As a member of the senior leadership team, Tim is responsible for overseeing the Group’s financial performance, regulatory reporting, budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning across the organisation’s offices and service divisions.

Since joining Quadrant, Tim has played a key role in supporting the company’s continued growth, helping to strengthen internal controls, enhance reporting capabilities and ensure the business remains financially robust while maintaining the high standards of service expected by clients and industry partners alike.

Working closely with the Board and management team, Tim provides commercial insight that supports strategic decision-making and helps drive sustainable growth throughout the Group. His practical and disciplined approach to financial management has contributed significantly to Quadrant’s strong financial position and long-term stability.

As both a shareholder and executive director, Tim is personally invested in the continued success of the business and remains committed to supporting Quadrant’s clients, employees and stakeholders as the company continues to evolve within the global superyacht sector.

Born in the Isle of Man, Rob graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2009 with a BA (Hons) in Business Management. Rob joined Quadrant Group in 2013 as a Trainee Marine Administrator and in 2014, he took on a Business Development role, based out of our office in Antibes. Rob returned to the Isle of Man in 2015 to continue his development with the company and now manages a portfolio of large superyachts, attending many of the major yacht shows throughout the year.

“We have been extremely happy with the service, dedication and attention to detail Rob has shown our company over the years, working with him at Quadrant has been a fantastic experience and we look forward to more years of the same.”
Consultant Senior Marine Surveyor / Owners Representative

Maria Angela has worked in the Corporate Industry for over 20 years. She started working in the Shipping and Yachting industry at the age of 19 and for the last 10 years, she has returned to her roots to work in the Corporate and Yachting Industry. Maria Angela runs our Malta office, including the portfolio of pleasure yachts, commercial yachts, and leasing structures. She holds a Diploma in Management Studies and a Professional Certificate in Compliance in Financial Services & MLRO.