Professional Summary

Graduate of Istanbul Technical University – Maritime Academy (1990) and an Ocean Going (Unlimited) Master since 1998, with more than 30 years of international seagoing experience. Has commanded bulk carriers, container vessels, chemical tankers, LPG carriers and superyachts in international waters. Combines hands-on command experience with expertise in maritime training, safety management and inspection as an authorised Marine Instructor, Designated Person Ashore (DPA), HSEQ Manager and Marine Inspector.

Areas of Expertise

• Ship Command – Unlimited Ocean Going Master across multiple vessel types
• Maritime Training – authorised instructor for power & sail seamanship
• Safety & Compliance – ISM, DPA and HSEQ management
• Marine Inspection – new ship, insurance and flag-exchange inspections
• Marine Consultancy – operational and technical advisory

Certifications & Licences

• Unlimited Ocean Going Master (Over 3000 GT) – Turkish Maritime Authority
• Yacht Master Unlimited – commercial yachts
• Authorised Instructor – Turkish Marine Affairs (Unlimited)
• Authorised Instructor – Transport Malta (up to 3000 GT)
• Authorised Instructor – International Yacht Training (IYT) Schools / Canada (up to 200 GT, Power & Sail)

A full list of STCW certificates and competencies is available on the Marine Certificates & Competencies page.

Career Experience

1998 – Today · Master / Captain (Ocean Going, Unlimited)
Command of bulk carriers, container vessels, chemical tankers, LPG carriers and superyachts on worldwide voyages, ocean passages and vessel deliveries.

2011 – Today · Senior Marine Instructor
Authorised by Turkish Marine Affairs, Canada IYT Schools and Transport Malta to teach power and sail seamanship up to 3000 GRT.

Designated Person Ashore (DPA), HSEQ Manager & Marine Inspector
ISM safety-management oversight and maritime inspections, including new ship inspection, insurance inspection and flag-exchange follow-up.

1993 – 1998 · Deck Officer to Master
Progressive sea service aboard cargo vessels in international waters.

1992 · Compulsory Military Service – completed.

Education

Istanbul Technical University – Maritime Academy
Graduated 1990

Kabataş Erkek Lisesi (High School), Istanbul
Graduated 1986

Languages

Turkish (native) · English (professional working proficiency)

Professional Associations

XONE Superyacht (Management | Academy | Recruitment) · Transport Malta · International Yacht Training (IYT) Worldwide