Erkan Minerel

Turkey

Birthdate (dd/mm/yyyy):

11/09/1974

Present yourself:

Educated in the U.S. and Turkey, with over 16 years of experience managing luxury yachts, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and ensuring full compliance with international maritime regulations. A safety-focused, hands-on leader with a strong foundation in maritime operations and teamwork. Proven expertise in yacht refit projects, operational optimization, and seamless collaboration with yacht management teams. Skilled navigator with extensive experience across the Mediterranean, Aegean, Ionian, Adriatic, Tyrrhenian, and Balearic seas.

Languages

English

Nautical titles

RYA Yachtmaster Powerboat

RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

RYA Yachtmaster Ocean

Master 500GT

Nautical certifications

- ARPA

- Bridge Team and Resource Management

- ECDIS

- Master COC 3000GT

- PADI Open Water Diver

- PBL2

- STCW - Advanced Training in Fire Fighting

- STCW - Basic Security Training

- STCW - General Operator’s Certificate for GMDSS

- STCW - Medical First Aid

- STCW - Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats

- STCW - Survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats

- STCW II/2 - Master Mariner

- Seafarer's Medical Certificate

Work experience

- More than 10 years

Current Rank

- Captain