Our Team

Antonis Anastasopoulos has more than 15 years’ experience in tanker shipping industry. Studied at merchant marine academy of Aspropyrgos and be employed as deck and senior officer on board Aframax and Suezmax tankers for almost 10 years, until he attained the license of Captain class A. He was also employed as a Marine & Vetting superintendent for 2 years. Prior to joining Heidmar, he was working since 2020 as Fleet operator and freight collection Officer. Spending his free time by playing Padel, traveling and watching movies.

Nick has worked in the application development and systems administration side of shipping for more than 10 years, spearheading simplification and interdepartmental collaboration through digitalisation and automation. He has more than two decades of experience in web application development across a wide range of specialist fields, ranging from high traffic media portals to App Store development. His passions include 3D printing and public speaking.

Joined Kingfish Trading working on the operations and chartering desks with a focus on CPP tanker chartering and projects in the USG, Central and South America. This was followed by working at Galbraith’s ship brokers, handling CPP & DPP operations across all sizes from handies to VLCC’s on both the spot and TC fleet. I joined Heidmar in 2016 as a vessel manager with a focus on Aframax and Suezmax tankers and moved up to fleet manager in 2020 with a broadened focus across the entire fleet.

Harmeet has been in the Tanker Industry for the last 26 years, sailing until 2007 as a Captain on various Oil and Chemical tankers before embarking on a shore career with Heidmar and now- working as a managing director in Heidmar, Singapore. He is a certified Master FG and post graduate with Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Angelica Ruskin University, Cambridge. Alongside this, Harmeet has worked in various roles during his career with respect to operations, bunker and tanker chartering during his time at Heidmar.​

Seasoned Operations Superintendent with almost 6 years of solid record of safe operation of ship and ensuring strict compliance to international marine standards & 25 years of professional background as Marine Master and continuing as an Operations Superintendent.
Key areas of expertise include Strategic planning, Project management, Operations management, Risk management, Navigation, Decision Making, Tank Cleaning and TMSA compliance for Oil and Chemical Tankers.

Capt. Rajendra Bist has a sailing experience of 15 years on Oil- Chem and Parcel chemical tankers. The last five years have been in the rank of Master mariner. He attained his competency certification from the UK and additionally completed his Masters in business administration from Sp Jain school of global management. Since 2015 he has been working ashore with varied owners and principals handling their Operations and HSSE role. His experience includes but is not limited to the following, optimization of port and tank cleaning operations, Oil Major clearance/ approval of vessels and optimizing vessel routes ensuring safe/ efficient operations. 

Dimitri, upon completion of his Masters degree, and corporate banking experience in the City of London started his shipping career at Elka. There he also gained experience of life at sea having embarked on an LR2. His career then took him into stainless steel parcel chemical tankers where he managed COAs and various regions at Tokyo Marine (Mol Chemical Tankers). He then joined Navig8 Chemicals where he gained further experience as pool manager and with tankers of various coatings and sizes varying from 13,000-50,0000dwt tankers. In 2019 Dimitri joined Curzon Maritime where they joined forces with Diamond S Shipping and managed the fleet out of Europe and West Africa both in clean & dpp, long term and spot.

Nikolaos joined the Accounting and Finance team as an intern in February. He is now part of the accounting team.  Prior to joining Heidmar, Nikolaos worked at his family company involved in various projects related to the sale and purchase of steel tubes. He holds a BSc in Shipping from Plymouth University and he has started the annual ICS Professional Maritime Program in September 2021. His biggest passion outside work is spearfishing and free diving.

Niki brings with her more than three decades of experience in accounting and finance. Niki commenced her career in auditing with over 10 years at Deloitte Athens. From 2006, Niki worked in senior roles in US listed shipping and drilling companies including Dryships Inc and OceanRig UDW. Since 2018, Niki has gained experience with private companies such as Kassian Maritime and NGM Energy. 

Anastasia Grigorakou joined Heidmar as Legal & Compliance Manager in July 2023. She is a Member of the Piraeus Bar Association since 2010 and was a Member of the Law Society of England and Wales from 2011 to 2020. She specializes in the fields of shipping law, marine insurance and commercial law. In the past, she has worked for shipping law firms and various shipping companies, the last one being with Minerva Marine Inc., and has provided legal advice to construction and manufacturing companies based in Greece and Singapore. She holds an LL.B. in Law from University of Athens and an LL.M. from University of Southampton.

Anastasis joined Heidmar’s team in October 2022. Previously he worked for 3 years in Accenture Greece in multiple projects  in the telecommunications sector. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends, travelling to new places and learning new things. 

Peter has worked across various sectors in the tanker industry and started his career with the chemical tanker owner, Stolt-Nielsen in 1996, gaining experience in the parcel tanker trade. He then joined Seachem Tankers before their merger with Odfjell Tankers in 2000, where Peter worked in the UK office for over fifteen years with the last four being as Managing Director. Odfjell (UK) owned four vessels under the UK Tonnage Tax system, sponsored ten cadets and were engaged in CPP chartering for the Odfjell fleet of chemical tankers. Since leaving Odfjell in 2017, he has worked for Curzon and Agelef Maritime focusing on the handy, MR and aframax sectors before joining Heidmar in September 2023.

Konstantinos joined the Accounting and Finance team as an intern in April, 2022. He is now part of the Accounting and Finance team. Prior to joining Heidmar, Konstantinos founded a start-up, manufacturing face shields and personal protective equipment amidst the Covid pandemic. He holds a BSc in Business and International Relations, and he will be starting the annual ICS Professional Maritime Program in September 2022. Outside work, Konstantinos enjoys off-road racing and reading.

Evangelos Kakias joined the Accounting and Finance team in April as a Corporate Accountant. He will focus on the Heidmar’s Corporate Accounting and Financial Reporting. His 10 years work experience includes several roles in Finance/Accounting such as Payroll Supervisor, Vessel Accountant and Budget Officer (Ocean Rig & Optimum Shipping). Evangelos holds a BA in Economics and a Master’s Degree in Finance. Outside work he likes playing basketball and football.

Mirela Kapetanidou has an experience of at least 15 years in chemical tankers both operationally and chartering wise. She attained BSc in transport and shipping and being a holder of MSc in international trade and transport from Metropolitan University of London. Since 2003 she had been working with shipowning companies and principals handling their operations and chartering, last was with EUROTANK MANAGEMENT SA.

Giannis Karamanis is the Controller and leads the Accounting & Finance team. Prior to joining Heidmar Giannis worked for 8 years for TMS (Economou Group) in various positions including Director of Treasury | Accounting Manager at Ocean Rig UDW and Senior Financial Reporting officer at TMS Shipping Group. He has also worked for 5 years as a Senior auditor in Deloitte focusing entirely on the audit of Shipping Companies. Giannis is a fellow member of the ACCA of UK and also holds an MBA degree from Kent Business School. He likes running, snowboarding and wind-surfing.

Spyros Kerkoulas has more than 25 years of experience in Tanker Chartering. Before joining Heidmar, he was heading the Chartering MR fleet in Curzon Shipbrokers (2003-2021). Prior that, he was working as a semi competitive shipbroker for Navichart Inc. (1997-2003) dealing with a variety of sizes and cargoes on the Tanker sector.

Pankaj Khanna has an experience of more than three decades in Maritime Transportation, Offshore Oil & Gas, Asset Owning and Services Business. He has been heavily involved in start-ups (Teekay Tankers, Alba Carriers, Ocean Rig, Pioneer Marine) and has raised billions for multiple companies. Through the years he has been in-depth involved in crude oil tankers, product tankers, LNG, Ultra Deepwater Offshore Drilling and dry bulk carriers. A person with strong street credibility and with deep and extensive relationships in the industry and investor base.

Natasha graduated from the University of Plymouth with First Class Honours in Maritime Business with a specialization in Admiralty Law and Insurance. She gained experience in container operations with Maersk Line and tanker chartering with Heidmar before embarking on her studies in the United Kingdom. Upon completion of her studies, Natasha returned to Heidmar as Operations Executive.

Stelios joined Heidmar in May 2023, having had more than 11 years of experience in SNP, on both Dry and Wet markets. Throughout all these years, he has worked closely with Private and Listed Shipping Companies from both Greece and abroad. His main focus is to understand the clients’ mindset, identify the right opportunities and engage into commercial negotiations for selling or buying secondhand vessels. Stelios holds a BSc in Regional and Economic Development  (from Athens University) and his main interest outside shipping is Art & Martial Arts.

Dimitra joined Heidmar in June 2023 on Treasury Department. She holds a BA in Statistics and a MSc in Acoounting & Audit, both from University of Piraeus. Prior to her current position, she was working as an accounting assistant in an insurance company. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, snowboarding and pilates.

Deepak has over 25 years of experience in shipping, having worked at sea on bulk carriers and tankers as deck officer for 10 years and moved to commercial shipping operations working for companies such as Frontline, Kingfish Trading UK Ltd, Heidmar UK Ltd and recently with Union Maritime Ltd, where he was Head of Commercial Operations, responsible for a fleet of over 55 ships trading worldwide. He then left Union Maritime Ltd to return back to Heidmar UK Ltd as Head of Operations. Deepak holds a Master’s degree in International Maritime Studies from Southampton Solent University, UK.

Chen Lei graduated from Dalian Maritime University in 2005. He has sailed for 3 years on VLCC as 4th Engineer. After short experience in North China Shipping Hongkong and Fearnleys Beijing as Tanker Operator he started oil tankers chartering in NPI and ChemChina for 10 years as shipping team leader. He managed day-to-day chartering activities and time charterer, coordinate and optimize the procurement plan for imported crude oil in accordance with the needs of system refineries, establish and manage HSE framework (incl personnel safety,  shipping and FPSO business) of oversea entities in accordance with the company’s overall HSE system.

Artem worked at Curzon since April 2019 as Junior Shipbroker, assisting in various markets (CPP and DPP) across different ship sizes (from MRs to VLCCs) before moving to Heidmar. He graduated with BSc in Maritime Business and Management from Liverpool John Moores University, as well as MSc in Sustainable Resources from UCL. He started professional career at the bachelor’s course as a port agent trainee at Worms Services Maritime, France followed by an operations apprenticeship at Maersk Tankers, Copenhagen. Artem enjoys photography and food in his free time.

Vassilis Loutradis started working in Tanker Chartering from 2010 in various sectors and has worked in London,US and Athens.He holds a Bachelor Degree in Business Management and Finance from Westminster University of London. In his free time he enjoys watching and playing sports.

Debbie has graduated her Bachelor of Business in Maritime and Logistics Management at Australian Maritime College at University of Tasmania and fulfilled her internship placement at Dakshin Maritime. She started her professional career at Thome Ship Management HSSEQ and further established 8 year experience in commercial operations over a spectrum of Bitumen, LPG, DPP and CPP tankers with Eneos Ocean Asia (formerly known Leo Ocean), then Heidmar for 2 years and recently with Odin Marine Singapore. Debbie has an outgoing personality and enjoys swimming, yoga, photography and adventures in her leisure time. 

Efstathia joined Heidmar in June 2023 as a Post Fixture Analyst. She has more than 20 years’ experience at Operation Department of Tanker Shipowning Companies with main duties the Preparation, Collection of Freights/Hires, Demurrage claims submission and negotiation of disputes with Charterers as well as Insurance placement/renewals. Efstathia holds a Bachelor Degree in Shipping Studies and MSC in Shipping Economics both from University of Piraeus.

Angeliki joined Heidmar as an Executive Assistant in June 2021. She holds a BA in Turkish and Modern Asian studies and a MSc in Geopolitical Analysis, Defence and International Security Studies from the University of Athens. During her free time, she enjoys offshore sailing and photography.

Leonardos Papadopoulos has more than 15 years of experience in Shipping industry, with extensive knowledge in Oil Tanker Operations. He joined Heidmar in the beginning of 2022, as Vessel Manager for operating mainly the Pool of VLCC’s. Prior Joining Heidmar, he served as Tanker operator in prominent private and public shipping companies. Leonardos holds an MBA in Shipping and a Bachelor’s degree in Shipping, Trade and Finance from the University of the Aegean.

Kalliopi has over two decades of experience in commercial shipping (Dry Bulk/RO-RO/Tankers) with expertise in insurance, claims, charter party and contract disputes. Prior to her current position Kalliopi has served as Director and VP of TBS Shipping; a NASDAQ -listed company. She also worked as Risk Manager for Liberty Maritime Corp, a U.S flag shipping company. She was an adjunct Professor at Suny Maritime College and a research associate in Naval Architecture Dept of UofM. She holds an LL.M in Maritime Law from London Metropolitan University and an MS in International Transportation Management from SUNY Maritime College.

Vassilis is an Economic graduate with an MBA. Has working experience in Shipping sector as Senior accountant to Shipping companies and Rig accountant for a major international offshore drilling contractor. In his free time enjoys playing football and reading science fiction books.

Aristea Joined Heidmar in October 2021 as Junior Accountant and more specifically in treasury department. She holds a bachelor’s in accounting and a master’s degree in Economics from the university of Bochum. Prior Heidmar, she worked as accounting assistant in an accounting firm and an insurance organization. During her free time, she likes reading financial, productivity books and enjoys physical exercise.

Theodore joined Heidmar in January 2022, having had 7 years of experience in tanker chartering with Curzon Shipbrokers, on both the MR & Handy sizes in various trading areas. Theodore holds a BSc in Shipping, Transport & Logistics from Business College of Athens and currently attending the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers. In his free time, he enjoys fitness and outdoor adventures. 

An IT professional with several years of experience in the ICT industry, providing support and administration for a diverse range of infrastructure types; specializing in network security and software installation. He aims to evolve as a cybersecurity expert; encourage people to advocate a “safer internet” mentality. If you seek him, just follow the screws and the tinkering noise. He breaks his daily routine by having an outdoor activity or a cup of coffee accompanies by a book in the sound of silence. 

Justin joined Chevron on the shipping grad scheme working his way across all of the chartering sectors, from specialized, CPP, LPG, Fuel oils and finally the crude desk concentrating on West Africa and Black Sea exports. He joined Heidmar in 2016 as a freight trader on the Aframax desk and moved up to Pool Director in 2019. He is a dedicated father who loves enjoying the countryside and the coastline.

Rania Stamataki joined Heidmar  in November 2022 as a Post Fixture Analyst. She holds a BA in Politics & Foreign Affairs from University of Athens and an MSc in Maritime Policy & Shipping Management from Cardiff University. She has developed experience in preparing and issuing Freight and Hire invoices, calculating Demurrage and non Demurrage claims , negotiating disputes with Charterers , monitoring Collections and Statements of Accounts. In her spare time Rania enjoys socializing with friends and she is a member of a choir .

Navin brings with him 3 decades of dry cargo expertise and relationships, including 10 years onboard merchant vessels. His experience stems from significant working tenures with companies such as Umang (Arcelor Mittal / Drylog JV), Anglo American, Noble Chartering and KC Maritime. His experience working with steel mills, miners, traders and ship owners will be valuable as Heidmar sets up and grows its drybulk commercial management business. Navin holds a Masters degree in Shipping Management from World Maritime University, Malmo. Besides having been a past member of the ICS, UK, Navin is currently a member of The CFA Institute, USA.

Prior to joining Heidmar Christina worked as Accounts and Finance Officer for 8 years in a group of companies in the Shipping Industry. Her working experience started as a trainee in the Accounts department of Tsakos Columbia. Christina holds a BA in Statistics and a Master’s Degree in Shipping. She likes swimming and spinning.

Marina joined Heidmar’s chartering team in January 2022. Prior to this, she worked for Curzon Maritime in London for 7 years starting her internship mainly focusing in the fuel market sector and for the last 5 years has been primarily focusing on MR/Handy size vessels in various trades. Marina holds a Bsc degree in Business Studies with a major in Finance and Shipping from Cass Business School – City University , a Diploma of Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) and an Msc in Energy Management which she graduated with honours from ESCP Europe Business School.

A driven and enthusiastic graduate of Bachelor of Business in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from RMIT University and Diploma in Maritime Business (Singapore Polytechnic). Suleshna has worked with esteemed shipping companies as a PSC, Vetting & Security Specialist (HSQE Department) and Customer Service & Export Documentation Assistant. She looks forward to gaining more exposure & continually hone her skills to further support the Heidmar Team. 

Charlie is coming from a shipping background. After graduating from university, he cut his teeth in shipping as a VLCC broker in London before being relocated to Singapore and focusing on the east of Suez markets. Outside work, Charlie enjoys playing golf or cricket, along with spending time with family and friends

Angela is a dedicated and driven student pursuing a master’s degree in logistics and supply chain management. She is currently engaged at an enriching educational opportunity at Heidmar acquiring practical skills while studying within a professional setting. Angela is filled with excitement to embark on the journey of maritime shipping, supported with an exceptional team.

Tania joined Heidmar in May 2023 as Financial Reporting Analyst. Prior to her current position she has worked for 5 and a half years as a Senior Auditor in Ernst & Young entirely for shipping companies. She holds a bachelor degree in Economics from Panteion University. In her free time she enjoys traveling.