Peter Arnout
@peterarnout
I am an experienced shipping and logistics operations coordinator specializing in tanker, LNG, and container operations.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a seasoned shipping and logistics professional with over 27 years' experience in tanker, LNG and container operations across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Africa.
I have served as operations coordinator and COO for tanker and LNG teams, central ship planner for container services, and managed voyage scheduling, stowage planning, post-fixture matters, claims and bunker broking while coordinating terminals and port authorities.
I am self-driven, flexible and used to remote work with travel; I deliver compliant, cost-conscious operational leadership, coordinate complex logistics and project cargoes, and communicate effectively in Dutch and English.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Owner / Lodge Manager
Hazyview Buffalo Game Lodge
Jan 2018 - Jan 2024 (6 years)
Founded and managed a 10-room safari lodge near Kruger National Park, overseeing operations, guest services and property maintenance while operating on a part-time basis.
Operations Coordinator / COO
MISC Agencies The Netherlands
Jan 2004 - Jan 2014 (10 years)
Managed tanker and LNG operations including voyage scheduling, claims and demurrage, bunker brokerage and port/terminal coordination; served as COO overseeing port operational teams and disbursement accounts.
Central Ship Planner
China Shipping
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 8 months)
Served as Central Ship Planner for container services, producing stowage plans and coordinating CASP terminal/vessel operations while liaising with terminals and shipping lines for Baltic cargoes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
STC Shipping and Transport College
Associated Degree, Cargo Handling
1989 - 1990
Completed Cargadoor I certification program covering cargo handling and related documentation at STC.
STC Shipping and Transport College
MBO (Associated Degree), Logistics and Supply Chain Management
1987 - 1988
Completed coursework in shipping, expedition logistics, maritime operations, and supply chain management at STC.
STC Shipping and Transport College
MBO (Associate Degree), Shipping and Transport
1984 - 1986
Completed MBO program in shipping and transport at STC Shipping and Transport College.
Technical school (Mavo 4)
High School Diploma, Ship Engineering
1980 - 1984
Completed Mavo 4 technical program with a focus on ship engineering and obtained a high school diploma.
STC Shipping and Transport College
Certificate, Hazardous Materials Handling
Completed ADR and IMDG hazardous substances handling course at STC.
STC Shipping and Transport College
Bachelor's Degree, Port Operations
1991 - 1992
Completed Cargadoor II port operations program focused on port cargo operations and documentation.
Availability
Location
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