Yeruslan Chihachyov is a 46-year-old technical ship mechanic from Turkmenistan. He has over 20 years of experience working in various roles on ships and offshore platforms. His most recent positions were as a Control Cargo Room Floating and Offloading Operator from 2016-2009 and as a Pumpman/CCR Operator from 2009-2006. He holds several certificates including in GMDSS General Operations and gas testing. He speaks English, Spanish, Persian, Russian, and Turkish.