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Mark Ko

Managing Director

Mark is responsible for the strategic growth initiatives of Tian San Shipping, ensuring that the company’s business development goals are met and aligned with its long-term direction.

He sits on various boards and committees for safety, insurance, and sustainability.

Mark is a member of the National Maritime Safety at Sea Council and the co-chair of the MPA-Harbour Craft Safety Work Group.

He is a non-executive director of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), a leading mutual insurance association for small and specialist vessels, and he serves as a director of the World Ocean Council, which is dedicated to global ocean sustainability.

Teri Tan

Manager, Finance

Teri is a finance professional who heads the Finance Department at Tian San Shipping. She leads her team to ensure the company maintains financial stability, with productivity and growth as prime objectives, while staying compliant with commercial and business regulations. With extensive experience in managing finance, Teri’s competency in bringing Tian San Shipping to the next stead is assured.

Her extensive experience allows her to excel in steering the organization towards financial resilience and strategic advantage, maintaining our robust and healthy financial status.

Edwin Wong

Manager, Operations

Edwin heads Tian San Shipping's Operations Department and is responsible for the performance of over 200 crews and over 50 vessels. He ensures the entire fleet operates to the highest safety standards and that our clients’ operational needs are always met. By fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, he ensures that all operations meet and exceed regulatory requirements.

With more than a decade experience in the industry, Edwin’s strategic leadership and deep understanding of marine operations have consistently driven efficiency, even in challenging environment.

Tay Say Hoong

Manager, Engineering

Say Hoong has over two decades of experience in the Marine and Shipping industries. An industry expert with a balance of hands-on and strategic skills, Say Hoong brings diversified and proactive experience in asset management.

As the head of Tian San Shipping’s Engineering Department, he ensures our vessels are in tip-top condition for servicing our customers. He oversees the entire maintenance program, enhancing the reliability and efficiency of our vessels.

Karen Pinto

Senior Manager, HR & Admin

Karen has over two decades of experience heading HR and Training Departments on their full spectrum for MNCs, local SMEs, and Public Listed companies. She brings diverse and in-depth knowledge of the principles and policies of Human Resources with a growing emphasis on technology and current HR practices.

She leads our team of HR professionals in its complete coverage of Talent Recruitment & Retention, Training and Development, and Compensation and Benefits. The team is dedicated to achieving an equitable HR system that supports the Core Management Team and its entire fleet.