Our Leadership Team
Combining Decades of Houston Experience with Global Maritime Vision.
Expertise at the Helm
Our management team is comprised of industry veterans who understand that in the maritime world, precision and reliability are everything. Led by our founder and supported by Fuji Trading's global network, we steer your logistics toward success.
Executive Leadership
Basil Germanides
A pioneer in the marine supply industry with over 40 years' experience in the US Gulf Coast region, Basil founded Gulf States Marine Supplies, Inc. in 1984. His vision for the first ship supplier in Texas to have a fully licensed bonded warehouse laid the foundation for what GSM-FUJI is today.
Orestes Germanides
Taking up the mantle from his father, Orestes has grown GSM-FUJI into one of the top ship suppliers in the US Gulf Coast. The birth of GSM-FUJI and its phenomenal growth have been realized through his hard work and insight.
Tatsuya Ueda
With over a decade as Managing Director of GSM-FUJI, Tatsuya Ueda has developed the company into a world-renowned marine supply and logistics provider in the USA. His leadership has been instrumental in the strong growth of the company. He is the Japanese representative of Fuji Trading Co. Ltd. in GSM-FUJI and is influential in shepherding the rapid growth of the company.
Departmental Directors
Departmental Directors
Director of Logistics
Overseeing 165,000 sq. ft. of warehouse operations and our 27-truck fleet.
Technical Supply Lead
Specializing in ship spares and engine room requirements for global fleets.
Provisions Manager
Managing our 10,000 sq. ft. of cold storage to ensure premium food quality.
Customer Relations
Coordinating between our Houston HQ and our 50-person Philippines support office.