Vessel & Yard Planning • Port Operations

I optimize vessels, yard, and terminal flow with maritime precision.

Results-driven Port Operations Specialist combining 10 years of cross-functional marine and shoreside leadership experience. Offers a unique dual capability as a former international Marine Officer and a high-tier container terminal planner. Documented mastery in executing end-to-end planning strategies across berth, vessel, yard, and rail ecosystems utilizing Navis N4 and SPARCS infrastructure. Proven record driving resource optimization, mitigating cost barriers through Lean frameworks, and ensuring absolute adherence to IMDG and Port Authority compliance mandates. An agile leader expert in coordinating strategic shipping alliances, managing high-throughput work shifts, and maximizing terminal productivity KPIs.

Vessel & Yard PlannerPort Operations
Ex-Merchant Navy Officer
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10+ YearsMarine and terminal operations experience
Navis N4 • SPARCSPlanning, stowage, and execution systems
IMDG • LeanCompliance and continuous improvement mindset
About Me

A vessel planning and port operations professional focused on disciplined execution and terminal performance.

This section highlights professional experience, planning systems knowledge, and operational strengths across vessel, yard, and terminal execution.

Professional Overview

Results-driven vessel planning and port operations professional with 10+ years of cross-functional experience across marine and terminal operations. Brings a rare combination of seagoing discipline and shoreside planning expertise in berth allocation, vessel stowage, yard flow, and execution support. Skilled in Navis N4, SPARCS, EDI coordination, and compliance-focused terminal planning.

10+
Years of marine and terminal operations experience
42+
GMPH achieved through crane work plan optimization
15%
Reduction in MOVINS / BAPLIE onboarding delays

Core Competencies

90%
Navis N4 & SPARCS
90%
Berth & Vessel Stowage
85%
Yard Planning & Cargo flow
90%
IMDG & Safety Compliance
85%
EDI / BAPLIE / MOVINS
85%
Lean, Gemba & Kaizen
Services

Core expertise across vessel planning, terminal execution, and maritime operations.

This section highlights practical strengths in planning systems, terminal execution, compliance, and operational coordination.

01 • System

Terminal Operating Systems

Strong working knowledge of Navis N4, SPARCS, Quay Commander, Ship Editor, and EDI message structures including BAPLIE, MOVINS, and COPRAR.

02 • Planning

Berth Allocation & Vessel Stowage

Develop crane work plans, berth windows, and bay-level stowage structures to improve productivity and reduce vessel idle time.

03 • Yard

Yard Planning & Cargo Segregation

Coordinate yard stacking logic, cargo segregation, and handoff priorities to maintain safe and stable terminal execution.

04 • Compliance

IMDG & Maritime Risk Control

Review planned loads against IMDG requirements, port regulations, and operational safety parameters with strong compliance discipline.

05 • Improvement

Lean & Resource Optimization

Apply Gemba, Kaizen, and resource reviews to reduce bottlenecks and improve operational flow across functions.

06 • Coordination

Stakeholder & Shipping Line Coordination

Coordinate with yard teams, agents, and operational stakeholders to improve readiness, message accuracy, and execution timing.

Experience

Professional experience across vessel planning, terminal operations, and execution leadership.

This section outlines key roles, responsibilities, and achievements across vessel planning, terminal operations, and execution management.

Vessel & Yard Planner

January 2026 – Present • Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT), Bangladesh

Develop crane work plans, vessel stowage strategies, and yard planning structures in Navis N4 to improve vessel productivity, yard utilization, and execution efficiency. Coordinate with vessel operations, yard planning, and execution teams to assess operational constraints, manage bay plans, support safe handling of project cargo and non-standard units, and ensure smooth terminal workflow from vessel discharge/loading to yard allocation.

Vessel Planner

March 2024 - January 2026 • Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT), BD

Prepare and execute vessel planning activities, including bay planning, crane split planning, stowage coordination, and operational sequencing to support safe and efficient vessel operations. Review vessel profiles, discharge/loading requirements, special cargo instructions, and operational limitations while coordinating with yard, quay, and operations teams to maintain productivity, reduce delays, and ensure effective execution of vessel plans.

Operations Manager

July 2023 – March 2024 • GM GROUP, Dhaka, BD.

Manage daily operational activities across terminal, logistics, and cargo handling operations to ensure efficient workflow, resource utilization, and service delivery. Supervise operational teams, coordinate manpower and equipment allocation, monitor productivity targets, support cost control, resolve execution issues, and maintain smooth communication with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to achieve safe and efficient operational performance.

Career Highlights

Marine & Terminal Perspective

Combines maritime experience with shoreside vessel, yard, and terminal planning capability.

Measured Improvement

Delivered 40+ GMPH performance, reduced EDI delays by 15%, and supported lower vessel idle time through planning optimization.

Leadership & Compliance

Led Lean initiatives, supported ISO 45001 readiness, and maintained strong IMDG and port compliance discipline.

Education

Education and professional qualifications.

This section highlights academic qualifications and maritime professional records relevant to maritime and terminal operations.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

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Master of Science in Port & Shipping Management

BSMRMU | First Class (Dean's Scholarship Recipient )

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Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science

Marine Fisheries Academy | First Class

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Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC)

Active & Valid Maritime Identity Record

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Location

Chattogram, Bangladesh

Professional Focus

Vessel planning, yard strategy, terminal operations, NAVIS N4, SPARCS, and maritime logistics collaboration.

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