Vasiliy Kotylevskiy

Vasiliy Kotylevskiy is a dedicated entrepreneur focused on meeting clients' needs and revolutionizing the ship chartering business with a deep understanding of the shipping and trade eco-system.

With over 18 years of experience in various maritime sectors, Vasiliy started his career in port construction and then ventured into ship operating, freight forwarding, customs procedures, stevedore, and agency services. Transitioning to a shipbroker, he found immense joy and success in the profession for seven years.

Vasiliy's journey led him to establish OpenSea.pro, where he serves as the Founder & CEO, and previously held impactful roles such as Chief Commercial Officer at Overcom LTD, CornTech Corp, and Amur Shipping Co. He also founded FAIRWIND EXPERTS LP and ABM Chartering LTD in Russia.

Education-wise, Vasiliy pursued a Master's degree at Rostov State University of Transport Communication and further honed his expertise at Lloyd's Maritime Academy and the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers in London.

His approach to business involves leading a dynamic team focused on rapid learning, innovative thinking, and continuous improvement, resulting in the development of a cutting-edge web-app aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in the maritime industry.

By combining his technical skills, architectural vision, and business acumen, Vasiliy is dedicated to addressing critical challenges in the shipping sector, constantly seeking new opportunities to elevate and transform the market.