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Yacht Captain — 149 Gross Ton

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Erol GELDEÇ

"The sea teaches us infinity. Every wave is a new story, every horizon a new beginning."

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Captain of the Seas

Captain Erol GELDEÇ — Professional Yacht Captain in captain's uniform at the yacht bridge with a nautical chart

Erol GELDEÇ

Yacht Captain

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A life intertwined with the sea, a story written by the waves...

Captain Erol GELDEÇ is a professional mariner with over 10 years of experience in Turkey's maritime sector, holding a 149 Gross Ton yacht captain license. Launching his career from Mersin, he has captained some of the most prestigious yachts on the Turkish coast and beyond.

Having served as captain of a Sessa F54 motor yacht at Altunören Group, a Cranchi 50 motor yacht at Sinanoğlu Construction, and most recently a Canados 70 motor yacht under Dr. Mazen Derawan, Captain Geldeç has consistently risen through the ranks, taking command of ever-larger and more prestigious vessels.

With deep expertise in navigation, safety, technical maintenance, and operational management, Captain Geldeç also plays an active role in refit & renovation processes.

Location

Mersin, Turkey

License

149 GT

Most Recent Employer

Dr. Mazen Derawan

Experience

10+ Years

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Career

Maritime Journey

Altunören Group

Yacht Captain — 8 Years 4 Months

Served as captain of a 2010 model Sessa F54 motor yacht. Assumed full command responsibility for all navigation, technical, and administrative operations of the vessel.

Vessel ManagementMaritime OperationsNavigation

Sinanoğlu Construction & Tourism

Yacht Captain — 1 Year 2 Months

Assumed full command responsibility of a Cranchi 50 motor yacht. Spearheaded safety protocols and operational management, ensuring flawless vessel operations throughout his tenure.

Vessel ManagementMaritime OperationsSafety

Dr. Mazen Derawan

Yacht Captain — 10 Months

Captained a Canados 70 motor yacht for a high-profile private client. Assumed full responsibility for all navigation, technical, and administrative operations. Additionally took an active role in overseeing refit & renovation processes.

Refit & RenovationNavigationTechnical Mgmt

Expertise

Professional Skills

Technical Skills

Navigation & Voyage Planning98%
Yacht Maneuvering & Docking95%
Meteorology & Weather Forecasting92%
Maritime Safety & Emergency97%
Engine & Technical Maintenance88%
Refit & Renovation85%

Certificates & Qualifications

149 GT Yacht Captain License

Internationally valid professional captain license

Maritime Safety Certificate

STCW compliant safety and emergency training

International Navigation Competency

Navigation experience in Turkish territorial waters and international sea routes

First Aid & Medical Care

Maritime first aid and emergency medical intervention certificate

Being a mariner is not just a profession. It is understanding the language of the wind, finding your way by the stars, and trusting the endless blue.

Captain Erol GELDEÇ

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Erol GELDEÇ

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