Vexnovate Ventures Pvt. Ltd.

As COO, oversee the operational and commercial development of Vexnovate Ventures, with a focus on turning innovative technology into practical market solutions.

• Lead day-to-day business operations and execution.
• Develop commercial strategies and new revenue opportunities.
• Build partnerships with maritime, technology, government, and industry stakeholders.
• Support the development and market adoption of Blue Sentinel, a marine and coastal intelligence platform.
• Identify new markets, customers, and business applications.
• Develop strategic alliances and technology partnerships.
• Work with technical teams to align product development with market needs.
• Manage client relationships and business development activities.
• Support funding, investor, and strategic partnership discussions.
• Build systems, processes, and teams required for business growth.
• Represent Vexnovate Ventures in industry discussions and business forums.

Andromeida

• Advise Andromeida on maritime and offshore industry requirements, operational challenges, market opportunities, and technology adoption pathways.
• Provide industry expertise to support the development and commercialisation of maritime technology, AI, robotics, and autonomous systems for real-world applications.
• Identify and evaluate potential use cases across shipping, offshore energy, ports, vessels, and marine operations, translating operational needs into technology opportunities.
• Support customer discovery, market validation, and engagement with shipowners, offshore operators, maritime authorities, and industry stakeholders.
• Assist in developing strategic partnerships and market-entry opportunities across India, the Middle East, and wider international maritime markets.
• Bridge the gap between technology developers and maritime end-users, providing operational insight, product feedback, and guidance on practical deployment and industry adoption.

Al Fadillah Ship Management, Dubai

• Drive Middle East expansion and support vessel modernization initiatives through strategic partnerships and maritime technologies.
• Lead commercial expansion strategy across GCC markets; develop relationships with shipowners, fleet managers, and maritime technology providers.
• Identify opportunities for vessel automation and retrofit projects; support digital transformation initiatives for commercial fleets.
• Develop strategic partnerships supporting operational efficiency and sustainability; promote innovative maritime solutions for regional customers.

Third-Eye-Sailorscope – Maritime AI Intelligence

• Support the commercial growth of an innovative Maritime AI startup delivering intelligent situational awareness solutions for vessels, ports, and maritime infrastructure.
• Lead Middle East market expansion and develop market-entry strategies for GCC maritime markets.
• Develop commercial partnerships with ports, shipowners, and offshore operators; identify pilot projects and strategic collaborations.
• Support customer discovery and product validation; advise commercialization strategy for AI-enabled maritime solutions.
• Represent the company during investor discussions, exhibitions, and executive meetings.

Kiaraansh Mariners Studio Pvt. Ltd., India

• Founded and lead a maritime consulting, training, and technology company delivering innovative solutions across shipping, offshore, ports, logistics, and maritime education.
• Responsible for corporate strategy, business development, strategic partnerships, innovation, and overall organizational growth.
• Established the company as a provider of maritime consulting, professional training, business advisory, and technology-driven solutions; diversified beyond conventional training into consultancy, technology innovation, incubation, and international collaboration.
• Defined long-term strategic vision, commercial roadmap, and growth strategy while leading operational and financial oversight; identified and developed new business opportunities across maritime, offshore, logistics, ports, and maritime technology sectors.
• Built strategic relationships with shipowners, maritime academies, offshore operators, technology companies, government organizations, and international partners; represented the company at industry forums and strategic stakeholder discussions.
• Led client acquisition, commercial negotiations, proposal development, contract management, and partnership agreements; delivered consultancy across HSEQ, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, competency development, and maritime business advisory.
• Developed innovation concepts across Maritime AI, predictive analytics, digital learning platforms, smart dashboards, and decision-support systems; initiated research and business concepts in autonomous shipping, maritime security technologies, ROV applications, GNSS resilience, and digital transformation.

Sharjah Maritime Academy, UAE

• Delivered maritime training, consultancy, and business development initiatives supporting government, offshore, and commercial maritime organizations.
• Delivered IMO and STCW compliant maritime safety training; developed customized training programmes for corporate clients.
• Conducted ISM, ISPS, HSEQ, and operational consultancy assignments; developed proposals for maritime training and consultancy projects.
• Supported business development initiatives across the UAE maritime sector; built relationships with ports, shipping companies, and offshore operators.
• Supported implementation of digital learning and maritime innovation initiatives; coordinated with international maritime organizations for collaborative programmes.
• Expanded industry engagement and strengthened customer relationships through a consultative approach; supported strategic initiatives integrating AI and digital transformation into maritime education.

Dolphin Energy, Qatar

• Represented marine interests for offshore Oil & Gas operations while coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Managed marine logistics and coordinated offshore vessel operations.
• Maintained compliance with HSEQ standards; liaised with contractors and government authorities.
• Supported project execution and operational planning.

Eagle Petro Offshore, Malaysia

• Managed marine operations, client engagement, and operational excellence across commercial maritime operations.
• Led marine operational planning; ensured regulatory compliance.
• Managed client relationships; improved operational efficiency; supported business development initiatives.

Maersk – K Line – Emas – MMA Offshore – Eagle Petro Offshore

• Over 25 years of progressive maritime leadership onboard international merchant vessels, offshore Oil & Gas vessels, and different kinds of offshore vessels.
• Ship management; navigation; cargo operations; marine safety.
• Port operations; crew management; emergency response; risk management; ISM Code; ISPS Code; MARPOL; SOLAS compliance.
• Vessel audits, compliance, and HSEQ.