Mission

Empowering marine and coastal ecosystems to sustainably manage, protect and foster a healthy environment.

ABOUT US

Founder / CEO

Oğul Görgülü

Architect and Product Designer specializing in yacht interiors and innovation management. Skilled in CAD, design strategy, and product–service systems, he leads Vessel X’s creative vision with precision and structure. His meticulous approach and team-driven motivation ensure the delivery of thoughtful, functional, and future-ready marine design solutions.

Project Partner / CTO- CQAI

Junaid Akhter

Computational Physicist and entrepreneur integrating Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Quantum AI. As CTO of Chinar Quantum AI, he pioneers hybrid quantum–classical computing solutions and drives R&D collaborations across academia and industry. With international experience in Germany, Junaid advances scalable, intelligent systems that accelerate innovation for autonomous technologies.

Project Lead / ML/AI Engineer

Sahreen Haider

Computer Engineer and Machine Learning Specialist passionate about advancing AI applications in CQAI and project lead on USV development. He focuses on Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing, developing impactful, real-world models. Combining deep technical expertise with creativity, Sahreen contributes to next-generation AI systems that enhance autonomy, perception, and decision-making capabilities across digital and robotic domains.

Full Stack Developer

Tuğçe Köseoğlu

Full-stack Developer specializing in Flutter and UI/UX design. Tuğçe leads the development of Vessel X’s mobile application and autonomous navigation interface, creating user-centered digital tools that connect hardware and software seamlessly. Her expertise ensures intuitive operation, reliability, and a smooth user experience for Vessel X’s smart maritime systems.

Advisor

Ali Altar İnceer

Mechanical Engineer with advanced expertise in CFD and systems analysis. Educated in Turkey and Sweden, he has conducted research at Chalmers University and now works at GKN Aerospace. As R&D Advisor at Vessel X, Altar applies his multidisciplinary knowledge to optimize structural performance and sustainable design in autonomous vessel systems.

Project Partner, CEO-QAI

Dr. Rukhsan ul Haq

Quantum computing and AI expert with over a decade of academic and industry experience. As CEO of Chinar Quantum AI and former Quantum Scientist at IBM Quantum, he advances AI–quantum integration. Founder of KIMS, he mentors global innovators, driving technological breakthroughs and inclusive innovation in emerging research ecosystems.

Team

Head of Departmant - Product Design

Dr. A. Can Özcan

Professor of Industrial Design with extensive academic and professional experience in Turkey and abroad. As Head of Industrial Product Design at Istanbul University and Director of EKOTAM Design Center, he bridges academia and industry, advancing research on design management, product development, and systemic innovation through interdisciplinary, university–industry collaborations.

Maltaccerate Managing Partner

Alessandro Silvetri

Managing Partner at MALTAccelerate with 20 years of experience developing innovation ecosystems across Europe, the Balkans, and MENA. Expert in growth strategy, business planning, and internationalisation, Alessandro supports startups in climate-tech and digital sectors as an advisor and trainer, promoting sustainable innovation and market readiness for emerging technologies.

HOLBOLD Consulting e.U., Founder

Ksenija Simunovic

Civil Engineer with over 18 years of international experience in the environmental sector across Serbia, Austria, and Germany. Specialized in corporate strategy, infrastructure, and team leadership, she also mentors professionals through PWN Vienna, advocating gender-balanced leadership, personal growth, and continuous learning within sustainable business and innovation ecosystems.

Ccean Community, Founder & President

Susanne Wedin-Schildt

MBA, Stockholm School of Economics. Experienced business leader with 30+ years in digital transformation and sustainability across Nordea, SAS, DHL, Telenor, and Gartner. Founder of Ocean Community and Managing Partner at Innofuse Blue Innovation Hub, she champions ocean-positive entrepreneurship and invests in sustainable ventures fostering the blue economy.