Elaine Yu

Vice Chair Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ASEAN)

Elaine Yu Kai is an experienced maritime professional with nearly 20 years in chartering, freight trading, and operations. She is currently Senior Freight Charterer at South32, a leading Australian mining company, and Vice Chair of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ASEAN Branch).

With deep expertise across the dry bulk sector, Elaine has worked with leading energy and shipping companies in roles spanning chartering, operations, bunker management, and technical coordination, giving her a holistic view of the shipping value chain.

Elaine is a strong advocate for diversity, leadership development, and sustainability in shipping. She leads the Leadership & DEI sub committee at WIMAR Singapore and is actively involved in industry initiatives that promote inclusion and collaboration. She holds a degree in Maritime Law and is a listed arbitrator with SCMA.

Event Agenda Sessions

Chartering Workshop

* Additional purchase required *

This full-day workshop, presented in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, is an intermediate level course that provides a deeper understanding of chartering principles and applications. It is suitable for full-time chartering professionals as well as those who work with chartering contracts.

Tuesday 17 November 09:00 - 16:30 Workshops & Learning

Add to calendar 11/17/2026 09:00 11/17/2026 16:30 Chartering Workshop * Additional purchase required *

This full-day workshop, presented in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, is an intermediate level course that provides a deeper understanding of chartering principles and applications. It is suitable for full-time chartering professionals as well as those who work with chartering contracts. Workshops & Learning Asia/Shanghai

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