About Us
ResponSea Alliance is a French-Indonesian non-governmental and non-profit organization founded in 2026 following the Putri Sakinah tragedy. Our mission is to strengthen maritime crisis response by facilitating coordination between international actors and local operational structures.
ResponSea Alliance is founded on five core pillars: Alert, Response, Training, Advisory, and Crisis management, combining expertise and action to save lives at sea.
The association was established by four founders, each bringing unique expertise and experience in the same state of mind:
Bayu WARDOYO
Co-founder and Safety Advisor
- Divers Alert Network (DAN) Indonesia country manager
- IDRT (Indonesian Diver Rescue Team) co-founder
- PADI Instructor
- IANTD Technical Instructor
- DAN instructor Trainer
Bayu brings extensive expertise in diving safety, search and rescue operations, and local networks in Indonesia.
Deris EL SHADDAI
Co-founder and Treasurer
- Dive center Manager
- Bachelor in oceanography
- Marine Tourism leader
- Coastal and rural Communinty Manager
- Project leader
- Advanced Open Water
With extensive NGO experience, Deris connects the organization with academic and private partners through a strong professional network.
Arielle BARBARIN
Co-founder and Secretary
Administrative and Financial Director, Faculty of Sports, Toulouse
25 years of experience in public service
Project Manager and Event Coordinator
With her knowledge of the French administrative system, Arielle ensures the organization’s stability, transparency, and strategic development.
Arthur MATHIEU
Co-founder and President
- PADI Instructor
- Cruise Director and dive center manager
- Former Paris firefighter and french SAR Team
- Master degree in disaster response and crisis management
Arthur brings valuable operational insight and ensures effective and adaptable operations across the entire response network
Together, we combine credibility, neutrality, and an open-minded approach to tackle the complexities of maritime safety.
Our goal is to build a safer future for coastal communities by supporting local authorities, empowering rescue teams, and promoting best pratices.