Gert-Jan is a senior project and change manager with 20+ years of experience across the airline, shipping, and ports industry. He brings deep expertise in vessel and terminal operations, process improvement, and digitalisation – helping companies identify and implement workable, lasting solutions.

Known for his hands-on approach and strong stakeholder engagement, Gert-Jan excels in aligning vessel crews and office teams to drive real operational change. He is a passionate team leader who thrives in multicultural environments, connecting people and organisations to deliver measurable results.

At the Shipping Collective, he supports clients in navigating operational complexity with a focus on sustainable improvements in both process and performance.