Gokcen O.

For over two decades, I navigated the oceans as a Master Mariner. Following my time at sea, I transitioned to shore management, serving as a General Manager and Flag State Surveyor. I have seen the maritime industry from the bridge, the boardroom, and the regulatory side. What became entirely clear is that the foundational systems of maritime trade are outdated, fragmented, and inefficient. We are building the digital trust infrastructure required to modernize global shipping from the roots up.

General Manager Led flag registration and fleet management operations for superyachts. Oversaw regulatory compliance, administrative strategy, and multi-stakeholder coordination across jurisdictions. Exited the role to concentrate fully on maritime technology development. Flag State Surveyor Conducted statutory and compliance surveys in accordance with flag state and international maritime requirements. Provided regulatory interpretation and risk-based assessments across diverse vessel types.

Master Mariner, operating high-stakes maritime systems with full accountability for safety, compliance, and performance. Led multinational crews, managed SMS in line with QMS and MLC, and oversaw navigation, cargo, maintenance, and dry-docking operations. Extensive experience with audits, incident investigations, and risk-based route planning. Over 750,000 nautical miles of accident-free service underpin a systems-first approach to reliability and operational integrity.

Delivered professional and recreational IYT training in both power and sail disciplines. Designed and led structured training programs aligned with international standards, preparing candidates for real-world operational responsibility. Achieved a 98% first-time pass rate across multiple cohorts.

International Seagoing Service 20 Years High-stakes systems operator in global waters. Accountable for the safety of life, vessel, and cargo within complex, closed-loop environments where hardware, human factors, procedures, and international regulation intersect under pressure. This experience forms the operational foundation for my current focus on digital transformation in maritime systems.