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Abhishek began his career at Synergy as a Technical Superintendent in 2012. Presently Fleet Manager, he administers a fleet of 25 ships, ensuring minimal downtime and total regulatory compliance. Abhishek believes that openness, honesty and freedom to express oneself in the workplace are the significant advantages of working at Synergy. He enjoys learning new technologies and travelling to distant locations.
Abhishek Kumar
With two decades of maritime experience, Anurag is Synergy’s Marine Manager for LPG and LNG operations and is responsible for quality systems, ISM Code compliance and third party compliance on Synergy vessels. He is greatly inspired by the company’s teamwork, values and employee care, and likes to relax with karaoke and the challenge of video gaming with his daughter.
Capt. Anurag Gupta
A physics graduate from presidency college, Kolkata, Ashish has close to 25 years of experience in the maritime industry. He manages the technical team and has shown great resilience in tough situations. His eye for detail, coupled with calculative decision-making skills have proven instrumental in Synergy’s growth.
Asish Sanyal
Damanjeet has 26 years of seagoing experience on bulk carriers and is currently Synergy’s Marine Manager and Designated Person Ashore — Dry Bulk Operations. He joined the company in 2013 and transferred to a shore role a year later. He values Synergy’s congenial atmosphere, flexibility and freedom of expression, and loves travelling, sports and films.
Capt. Damanjeet Singh Bakshi
As a Technical Manager Daniel supervises 20 vessels, including tankers and container ships, and is involved in piloting next-generation digital solutions. As part of 17 years of maritime experience, Daniel joined Synergy in 2013. He believes that Synergy’s amicable work culture is a major asset, and loves long drives, trekking, hiking and exploring technology-based farming.
Daniel Christopher
After fifteen years experience on container vessels, Arputharaj came ashore in 2013 and has developed in various roles within the Group. Now a Designated Person Ashore and Company Security Officer, he leads a committed team in ensuring transparent asset management to the complete satisfaction of both owners and cargo interests, and has keen interest in music, cycling and long-distance running.
Capt. G.S. Arputharaj
Having reached the rank of Chief Engineer, Ganesh has 22 years of seafaring and shore experience and has served Synergy with distinction since 2013. Now a Technical Manager, he considers that the oxygen of Synergy’s working atmosphere enables everyone fully to express themselves and raise ideas, and that efforts receive due recognition. His favourite pastimes are recreational reading and driving.
Ganesh Rajaraman
Hariprasad has three decades of experience in the maritime industry, including 14 years at sea. Having been with Synergy for over ten years he is now the Head – Technical, in charge of the technical staff who oversee the entire administration of Synergy’s vessels. Hariprasad enjoys Synergy’s open culture and team spirit and is an avid reader and film fan.
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Krishnakumar overlooks the accounting operations for Synergy. His key strength lies in treasury and controlling cost through analysis of business drivers. Krishna strongly believes that understanding a business is the fundamental key to excel. It needs an eye for financial facts and decision support systems.
Krishna Kumar D
Having been with Synergy since its inception, Mathavan sailed for 13 years and moved to shore management in 2005. He is responsible for identifying areas for improvement, developing systems and processes for future growth. He has a keen interest in photography.
Mathavan Subbiah
Synergy’s Head of Purchase since 2021, Natarajan ensures consistency throughout the group’s purchasing procedures, focusing on cost reduction and supplies within budgets. Having sailed oil/chemical tankers since 1998, he joined as Synergy’s Technical Superintendent in 2014 and later became the Fleet Manager. Natarajan finds Synergy’s inclusive workplace and employee empowerment stimulating. Agriculture, badminton, and long drives are his passions.
Natarajan Duraisamy
As General Manager, Natarajan leads the Vessel Accounts Team. He has been a part of Synergy since 2014, amid 34 years of maritime experience. He admires the company’s people-oriented leadership for creating an environment conducive to innovation and success. Committed to local community service, Natarajan is also a firm believer in the generation of clean energy from water resources.
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As Senior Manager — Purchase, Priya oversees a team of 50+ young professionals involved in purchase functions for Synergy’s vessels. She worked in Singapore’s networking industry as a procurement specialist prior to joining Synergy in 2007. Priya, an electrical engineer, also studied Business Management at IIT Chennai. Synergy, she believes, has enhanced her professional team spirit and people management abilities.
Priya Jaishankar
As Technical Head of ship management, UVR is responsible for technical management and corporate affairs. As a marine engineer with 30 years of experience, he is also involved with new projects and the development and implementation of the company’s business strategies.
Raja Krishnan U V
Rajesh joined Synergy in 2012 after twelve years of sailing. As Technical Manager, he is accountable for ensuring an efficient and safe work environment, and an optimal level of maintenance by complying with applicable technical standards. Rajesh is a firm believer that Synergy’s goals are well-aligned with protecting the world’s ecosystems. He enjoys sports, listening to music, and long drives.
Rajesh Inigo
Technical Manager Rajiv is responsible for ensuring total client satisfaction and building long-term relationships. After 14 years of seafaring he joined Synergy in 2011 as a Technical Superintendent, and Synergy’s compassion for its employees echoes within him. Rajiv also appreciates the freedom he has to make decisions and organise his work, and his favourite hobbies are reading, music, and travel.
Rajiv Bhalla
Ramadass is a qualified auditor and lead accident investigator, and is presently pursuing the advanced course at the Indian Maritime University. He sailed for 14 years before stepping ashore in 2003, and alongside other Synergy portfolios he is the QHSE Director. Ramadass describes Synergy as a place for learning which offers freedom to apply that. He loves playing the violin.
Capt. Ramadass Venkatarao
Sachin sailed for 17 years on oil and chemical tankers before joining Synergy as a Marine Superintendent in 2015. As a Marine Manager and Designated Person Ashore (Tankers), he now leads a committed tanker operations team. While working with Synergy he managed to complete his Business Management at IIT Chennai, which helped him enhance his positive team spirit and people management skills. He enjoys travelling with family, and exploring different cuisines.
Capt. Sachin Bagga
A result-oriented and committed professional with three decades of experience, Sameer is responsible for managing gas carriers at Synergy. He joined in 2014, when the first gas carrier pool was established. Sameer finds the Synergy experience rewarding for its work-life balance, adherence to high values and ethics and the ‘SMART’ workforce. He travels to the mountains and loves reading.
Sameer Som Sharma
Sarath is a Master with 15 years of seagoing service and is now Head – New Projects at Synergy. Responsible for implementing new projects, he joined Synergy in 2009 and held various roles, including ship management. The purpose, passion, culture and team spirit at Synergy all appeal to Sarath, whose varied pastimes include reading, running, coaching and food and drink.
Capt. Sarath Kumar A
Shivaram went to sea in 1988, then after a first command in 2000 he came ashore in 2008 before joining Synergy in 2011. Heading bulk carrier marine operations, Shivram loves the camaraderie, growth and individuals within Synergy, which he believes best advertise the company’s empathy and inclusivity. He is very keen on maritime history, though music and reading are his first loves.
Capt. Shivaram P H
Sivakumar joined the Synergy family in 2012 and is currently a Fleet Manager, responsible for VLCCs, product and chemical tankers and car carriers. He came ashore in 2009 after 15 years at sea, and in his own words Synergy has given him an exceptional platform from which to demonstrate and refine his skills in order to advance in this profession.
Sivakumar D R
Somasekhar believes that safe operations are the key to be a top-class ship manager. His core responsibility lies in offering easy implementable practical solutions to the issues from clients and onboard staff. He is also a sports enthusiast who believes in fair play.
Capt. Somasekhar Chandrasekar
In a maritime career spanning twenty-five years, Sony has been working with Synergy since 2013 after moving into shore roles in 2010. As Head of the Insurance Department, his responsibilities include arranging insurance coverage for people, the environment, ships, machinery, and cargo. Sony loves working at Synergy because of its open and diverse workforce and the peerless flexibility it offers.
Capt. Sony George Joseph
Capt. Swaminathan leads the People and Culture Team and had a central role in founding Synergy Maritime. With a long seagoing career, he has a flair for solving problems and breaking down complex issues. His primary responsibility is the Synergy corporate culture.
Capt. Swaminathan H.S.
Nazeer joined Synergy’s QHSE team in 2014 after 17 years of seafaring on tankers, bulk carriers, car carriers, and containers. Currently a QHSE Manager, he is responsible for the development of policies and procedures, conducting incident investigations and safety performance reviews, and ensuring the learnings are adapted and shared across the organisation. Nazeer is devoted to his work, family, and friends.
Capt. Syed Nazeer Ahamed
After 18 years at sea, with the last five in command, Govind’s experience ashore includes consulting P&I Clubs, banks and regulatory authorities. A Synergian since 2011, he now heads the Kochi office, overseeing operations and QHSE, and loves the determination, camaraderie and collective responsibility that he finds everywhere in the Group. Overseas travel and cuisine echo a very varied seafaring life, and for a gold medalist crackshot following cricket still comes second to shooting.
Capt. Govind Azhakath
Now a Fleet and also Technical Manager at Synergy, Joseph had served 20 years at sea on general cargo ships, bulk and timber carriers and passenger vessels. He joined Synergy as a Technical Superintendent in 2011 and firmly believes that his excellent relationships with colleagues are due to the welcoming workplace environment. Joseph enjoys travelling, serving his local community and long-distance running.
Joseph Peter
Kushal’s seafaring career spans 35 years, and since 2016 he has been a Marine Manager in Synergy’s bulk carrier operations. He cherishes his time at Synergy, where his daily work is demanding and thoroughly enjoyable, in a vibrant atmosphere with outstanding team cooperation. Sports, music and watching documentaries are Kushal’s favourite pastimes, and he is an ardent Manchester City fan.
Capt. Kushal Bhattacharyya
Presently heading the team at Synergy Cochin, Suresh has about sixteen years of maritime service on bulk carriers, tankers, chemical tankers, containers, and LNGs. He also has four years of new building experience, and has worked with Synergy since 2010. Suresh finds Synergy’s open and amicable work atmosphere both inspiring and progressive. He is an avid traveller and gardening enthusiast.
Suresh P Kurup
Vivek began his career with Synergy in 2014 as a Technical Superintendent and has served as the company’s Technical Manager since 2020. He spent 16 years at sea as a Marine Engineer, working on gas and bulk carriers. He believes Synergy’s team spirit has brought out the best in him, personally and professionally. Vivek relaxes through long walks and badminton.
Vivek Jain
Having spent two decades at sea, mostly on gas tankers of various types, Amit commanded VLEC (Ethane) vessels before coming onshore. He is currently managing MOL Tanker manning and recruitment. Amit finds Synergy’s workplace sufficiently collaborative and motivating in having entrusted him with this management responsibility. He enjoys music, spending time with his kids, road trips, photography, and cross-country running.
Capt. Amit Prakash Sharma
Anshul leads the Marine Recruitment Service Business division for Synergy. He firmly believes that honesty and transparency in an organization go a long way in attracting the right talent. Anshul enjoys martial arts and during his leisure time, he enjoys long drives accompanied by classic Bollywood hits.
Capt. Anshul Rajvanshi
With 23 years experience on container ships, reefers and bulkers, Charanjiv joined Synergy in 2008 and came ashore in 2013. Heading maritime recruiting in Delhi, and Group Head for container manning, he also sits on the Indian Maritime University Nautical Board. Charanjiv believes that Synergy values bring out the best in its employees, and loves travelling and social work.
Capt. Charanjiv Singh Nalwa
James is a go-getter with an unmatchable optimism. His zeal and enthusiasm have always pushed him to walk the extra mile. He strongly believes that knowledge is most useful when liberated and shared.
James Anand
Handling over 40 vessels, Ranjan manages Synergy’s entire manning portfolio. Before joining in 2018 he sailed for seven years and worked ashore in manning, also for seven years. Synergy’s core values and work culture make Ranjan proud of the organisation, and he seeks to broaden his knowledge of ship management in the areas of business development and chartering.
Ranjan Shetty
Samit is responsible for planning and executing effective crew changes within the container fleet, and also monitoring crew expenses and purchase order and invoice management for the entire fleet. After 18 years with leading multinational banks he joined Synergy in 2019. Samit is a musical instrumentalist, loves nature photography and cherishes Synergy’s healthy work environment, great teamwork and diversified learning.
Samitinjoy Tewary
Shireesh is Fleet Manager for Crewing Operations at Synergy, and responsible for the Fairfield Chemical Carriers and MOL Chemical Tankers pools. Alongside a decade of seagoing experience, he has served ashore since 2006. Shireesh joined Synergy in 2021 and finds teamwork, mutual respect, good leadership and high ethical standards very welcoming. He loves badminton, cricket, travelling and meeting new people.
Capt. Shireesh Lall
Responsible for selecting cadets and mentoring Masters and Chief Officers, Sudarshan ensures maximum interaction with training, webinars, seminars and other briefings. Also involved in developing the Ahoy app, Sudarshan joined in 2016, bringing maritime experience dating back to 1991. He firmly believes in Synergy’s values of team spirit and freedom of expression, and lists badminton, tennis and film-making among his hobbies.
Capt. Sudarsan Srinivasan
Suman and his team are responsible for the resourcing, planning, documenting and overall logistics of recruiting and training all Synergy ratings. He joined Synergy in 2019 after twenty years at sea and two years ashore, and has gained a sense of ownership, confidence and independence. A keen traveller, he looks forward to his next venture, far from mobile connectivity.
Capt. Suman Kumar Singh
As a Fleet Manager, Vikas is responsible for the recruitment and planning of deck officers for Synergy’s oil and chemical tankers. He joined the company in 2020 and has spent 24 years at sea on parcel chemical tankers, including 14 years in command. He is inspired by Synergy’s family-style work environment. At leisure, Vikas relishes playing badminton and travelling.
Capt. Vikas Sehrawat
Capt. Viswanathan started his sea career in 1988 and joined ashore in 2003. He holds 4 years command experience on tankers. In his onshore stint, he served as a Senior Operations Manager in commercial operations, Marine Manager and Fleet Manager in crew management during these years. Viswanathan and his teams are currently handling Post Sea training for seafarers, Manning QMS, manning elements of TMSA and Flag Documentation in SMRSPL. He is a go-getter, problem solver and loves to travel to remote places.
Visweswaran Viswanathan
Jeevan has an enduring passion for ship management and is the Technical Director at Synergy Navis. His drive and zeal for growth is reflected in his high-performing team, and he is a firm believer in rational, rather than emotional, decision-making in aid of an optimal outcome. Jeevan enjoys travelling and the challenge of running half-marathons.
Jeevan Gadre
Manas joined Synergy in 2014, and as a Technical Manager he oversees the maintenance of 26 tankers. He has 14 years of seagoing experience and transferred to shore in 2010. Manas attributes advancement at Synergy to the friendliness of its employees, team collaboration and initiatives to upgrade skill sets. He is very keen on fitness, with tennis his passion.
Manas Ray
Sairaj has nearly 25 years of maritime experience and leads the ship management team at Synergy Navis. He has spearheaded vital initiatives which have promoted it to the industry’s forefront. A devoted family man, Sairaj is also an active philanthropist who volunteers for social causes, and he invests some of his leisure time in meditation and yoga.
Capt. Sairaj Mulladh
Head of Synergy’s QHSE department, Vikash first went to sea in 1996. He joined Synergy in 2017 and became a QHSE Superintendent in 2018. He finds life at Synergy very enjoyable, with great work ethics and a wholly supportive atmosphere that ensures both physical and also psychological safety. Vikash favours spending quality time with family and enjoys travel and music.
Capt. Vikash Kumar Jha
An avid trekker, Vinod has been a DPA/Marine Manager with Synergy since 2017 and leads a team operating chemical and product tankers with optimal safety, efficiency and client satisfaction. He first went out to sea in 1997 and sailed exclusively on chemical tankers. Synergy’s safe and positive work environment enables him to engage his passion for contributing to its progress.
Capt. Vinod Nair
Yazad has over 20 years of seagoing experience and manages a team of marine superintendents in overseeing the operations of chemical and oil tankers. He has been with Synergy since 2016, and respects its strong baseline culture of psychological safety that places the right skill in the right activity, irrespective of hierarchy. Yazad loves reading, TV shows, film and travelling.
Capt. Yazad Boomla
Kamalakannan has 26 years of maritime experience. He was appointed Marine Superintendent at Synergy’s Marine Advanced Simulation Training Department in 2014 and is now the Training Superintendent there, supervising all training and regularly updating course content. He firmly believes that teamwork between departments has a significant positive impact on seafarers’ lives, and enjoys films and listening to music.
Capt. Kamalakannan
Gobinda spent fifteen years at sea, including five years as a Chief Engineer on LPG carriers. He has been with MOL-Synergy since 2019 as Technical Superintendent (Training), responsible for educating seafarers as in-charge of ME-C engine course. Gobinda maintains that Synergy’s congenial and productive work environment has helped him strike a healthy work-life balance. He loves reading and playing cricket.
Gobinda Chandra Sahoo
Manoj joined Synergy in 2008 and became the company’s first Master. Now, as a Senior Marine Superintendent with MOL Synergy Marine (India) Private Ltd, and with 42 years of maritime service, he trains seafarers for Synergy-managed vessels. Manoj always credits the organisation with making him feel at home, and exercises to keep fit, ready for cricket, football, and badminton.
Capt. Manoj Eapen Chacko
With three decades of experience, Balasubramanian is a qualified marine engineer (with both steam and motor certification), quality auditor and trainer. He joined the Synergy family in 2014 and designs and delivers customised training packages with an emphasis on simulator solutions. Balasubramanian describes Synergy as a great workplace, due to agility, an open environment and the right blend of experience.
R. Balasubramanian
Ramkumar started his career with Synergy in 2009 as a sailing crew member and later transferred to the QHSE division in 2013. Since 2014, he has served as a Senior Marine Superintendent. Synergy’s core values of empathy, respect, and empowerment have fostered in him a sense of belonging with the organisation. Ramkumar’s pastimes include portrait drawing and listening to music.
Capt. Ramkumar N
As part of 27 years of seagoing and shoreside expertise in combustion, energy, fuels, and training, Sairam joined Synergy in 2016, where he found purpose, passion and fulfilment. He is now a Senior Technical Superintendent at one of Synergy’s training centres, where his responsibilities include developing modules and simulator scenarios, and has a keen interest in astrology and tuning cars.
Dr Sairam K
With over two decades of maritime experience, Satheesh joined MOL Synergy as a Marine Superintendent. His expertise helps ensure that our seafarers are trained to operate in line with Synergy’s industry-leading standards. He especially finds it easy to move the needle with Synergy’s supportive management. Satheesh enjoys spending his weekends playing cricket.
Capt. Satheesh Ramkumar
Having spent over 25 years at sea, Sowrirajan joined the Marine Advanced Simulation and Training (MAST) team in 2021 as a Marine Superintendent. He brings along with him expertise that he uses to train our seafarers to excel in shipboard operations. He appreciates the transparency and support that Synergy’s work environment offers. Sowrirajan finds his Zen through yoga and meditation.
Capt. Sudarsan Srinivasan
Venkataraman joined Synergy in 2013 after an extensive career of 25 years. His vast seagoing experience comes in handy, especially as a trainer, which he believes is crucial role in ensuring the safe management of ships. Passionate about creating educational and corporate videos, his hobbies include singing, music production, sound engineering, and endurance cycling.
Capt. Venkataraman R
