ELIF YUCEL
Tanker Vessel Operator | Post-Fixture Executive | Junior Shipbroker
London
Summary
Experienced Tanker Vessel Operator with 3 years of commercial operations at Borealis Tankers and 1.5 years in crewing coordination. Skilled in voyage planning & execution, charter party compliance, laytime and demurrage handling, and stakeholder communication. Recently completed an MSc in International Maritime Business (UK). Brings solid operational and commercial knowledge, with interest in vessel operations, post-fixture, and junior shipbroking roles within the oil, gas, and chemical shipping sectors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Tanker Operator
Borealis Tankers (Borealis Maritime)
04.2021 - 09.2024
- Managed daily commercial operations of fleet tankers in compliance with charter party terms, safety standards, and internal company policies.
- Planned and optimized port rotations, bunkering strategies, and cargo stowage for efficient voyage execution.
- Coordinated with ship masters to issue voyage instructions and ensure regulation-compliant operations.
- Represented the company in communications with charterers, brokers, agents, and other stakeholders for post-fixture matters.
- Handled P&I Club communications, including claims reporting and liaison with maritime legal advisors.
- Prepared and submitted demurrage claims with required documentation and coordinated with charterers to resolve discrepancies.
- Maintained vessel accounts, monitored freight and demurrage payments, and ensured alignment with contractual terms.
- Provided operational and financial data to support cash flow forecasting and income reporting.
Crewing Coordinator
Borealis Denizcilik A.Ş. (Borealis Maritime)
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Coordinated full-cycle crewing operations for multiple vessels, including recruitment, scheduling, documentation, and compliance with regulations.
- Liaised with manning agents and internal departments to ensure timely crew changes and certification updates.
- Assisted the Operations Manager in maintaining onboard medical inventory and readiness for inspections.
Human Resources Intern
TAB Gıda Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided administrative support for candidate tracking, interview scheduling, and employee documentation.
- Assisted in organizing internal events, onboarding sessions, and career fairs to support employer branding efforts.
Education
MSc - International Maritime Business
Southampton Solent University
Southampton09-2025
BSc - International Relations
Beykent University
01.2020
BSc - International Relations
Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
01.2017
Skills
- Commercial Tanker Operations
- Voyage Planning & Bunker Management
- Charter Party Compliance & Post-Fixture Operations
- Laytime & Demurrage Calculation / Claim Handling
- Freight & Demurrage Invoice Monitoring
- Stakeholder Communication (Charterers, Brokers, Owners, Agents)
- Shipbroking Support & Fixture Negotiation
- Maritime Trade & Market Analysis (Oil, Gas, Chemicals)
- P&I Claims Handling & Insurance Liaison
- SAP, Netpas, Q88, Nozzle, Voyage Management Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access)
Certification
BIMCO Bill of Lading Seminar
References
References available upon request
Affiliations
- Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA)
- Turkish Shipbrokers Association
- Young Shipping Professionals Istanbul
Timeline
Tanker Operator
Borealis Tankers (Borealis Maritime)
04.2021 - 09.2024
Crewing Coordinator
Borealis Denizcilik A.Ş. (Borealis Maritime)
09.2020 - 03.2021
Human Resources Intern
TAB Gıda Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
10.2019 - 06.2020
BSc - International Relations
Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
MSc - International Maritime Business
Southampton Solent University
BSc - International Relations
Beykent University