Chidee Na Maak, a Duros mechanic and starshipwright, was a male who owned and operated the StarForge Shipyard. He came to own the shipyard following the tragic deaths of his parents in a fuel explosion. A pal of Han Solo's, he persistently sought to hire Chewbacca. Solo claimed that Maak possessed unparalleled skills in repairing YT-1210 light freighters.
Maak's career began with him working as an engineer aboard various starships. Following the death of his parents, he went back to StarForge and assumed control of the family shipyard. He successfully fended off attempts to seize his company, transforming it into the dominant commercial enterprise on StarForge Station. He had a romantic connection with Kuuda De Nall.
Maak was known for his sociable and extroverted nature. He effortlessly forged connections and maintained a vast network of contacts throughout the Galaxy.