CAPTAIN — Ben Edwards
Nationality: British
Experience: 20+ years in yachting
Languages: English
Ben Edwards is an experienced yacht Captain with over 20 years in the yachting industry. He has worked aboard both private and charter yachts, commanding vessels up to 40 metres and gaining experience on yachts up to 114 metres. His background includes navigation, yacht management, engineering, and guest-focused operations. Ben is known for his calm leadership style, professionalism, and ability to deliver smooth and safe charter experiences while maintaining a relaxed and welcoming onboard atmosphere.
FIRST MATE — Sinan Coskuner
Nationality: Turkish
Experience: 17+ years in yachting
Languages: English, Turkish
Sinan Coskuner brings extensive maritime and hospitality experience to his role as First Mate aboard UKIEL. His career includes work aboard both sailing and motor yachts in private and charter environments. With strong operational knowledge and a guest-oriented mindset, he supports navigation, deck coordination, and daily yacht operations. Professional, approachable, and highly reliable, Sinan plays a key role in maintaining high service standards onboard.
BOSUN — A. Selman Atik
Nationality: Turkish
Experience: 15+ years in yachting
Languages: English, German, Turkish
Selman Atik is an experienced Bosun with a strong operational background in Mediterranean cruising and luxury charter yachts. Throughout his career he has worked in various maritime roles including deckhand, skipper, and captain, developing expertise in navigation, deck operations, safety management, and crew coordination. Calm, disciplined, and adaptable, Selman contributes to smooth day-to-day operations and guest satisfaction onboard.
DECK STEWARD — Kuba Kowalczyk
Nationality: Polish
Experience: 3+ years in yachting
Languages: English, Polish
Kuba Kowalczyk is a motivated and energetic Deck Steward with a guest-focused approach and a strong passion for hospitality and life at sea. His responsibilities include guest service, watersports preparation, deck support, and maintaining the yacht’s presentation to a high standard. Friendly, approachable, and detail-oriented, Kuba helps create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere onboard during every charter.
CHEF — Emre Güler
Nationality: Turkish
Specialisation: Mediterranean cuisine & fine dining
Emre Güler is a talented yacht chef with experience in luxury resorts, fine dining restaurants, and charter yachts. Specialising in Mediterranean cuisine, seafood, and modern fine dining, he creates tailored menus designed around guest preferences and onboard lifestyle. His culinary background includes work with prestigious hospitality brands and Michelin-level chefs, bringing creativity, precision, and high presentation standards to every charter experience onboard UKIEL.
