Splash247 reported on Vikas Trivedi’s appointment as Co-CEO – Ship Management at Synergy Marine Group. The article outlines his transition from Anglo-Eastern, his role in future fuel readiness, and Synergy’s aim to ensure continuity and clarity amid evolving industry demands. The announcement follows a series of leadership-focused initiatives positioning Synergy for long-term resilience and scale.
Synergy Marine Group’s Co–CEO – Ship Management, Ajay Chaudhry, shares his perspective on how leading operators are reshaping global ship management through performance-led operations, strategic partnerships, and a strong people agenda.
He discusses how Synergy is advancing performance with predictive analytics, enabling compliance and decarbonisation through platforms like CASPER and Azolla, and investing in future-ready crews—particularly in dual-fuel training and inclusive seafarer welfare.
“Ship management today is about more than uptime – it’s about trust, transparency and long-term alignment across owners, crew and charterers.”
In Splash’s Ship Concept 2035, Synergy’s Co-CEO – Ship Management, Ajay Chaudhry, explains why tomorrow’s ships may look familiar from the outside — but will function entirely differently within, powered by automation, connectivity, and smarter workflows. Even in 2035, he notes, seafarers will remain critical for judgment, safety, and operational continuity.
Mumbai: US reciprocal tariffs may cause friction in the short term for the maritime sector but over the long term, India’s fundamentals remain strong, says Synergy Marine Group CEO. US President Donald Trump on April 2 imposed reciprocal tariffs on around 60 countries, including India, disrupting global trade. The US later suspended reciprocal tariffs until July 9 but has imposed base import tariffs of 10 per cent on all countries.
Ship management boss Jesper Kristensen is urging the industry to seize its chance to forge ahead on decarbonisation this week. The CEO of Singapore’s Synergy Marine Group said shipping “stands at a defining moment” as national representatives descend on London for climate talks at the International Maritime Organization. He believes flexibility is needed from legislators.
In his first interview since taking over as Group CEO, Jesper Kristensen told ShippingWatch that Synergy will look to expand west of Suez while doubling down on safety, customer focus, and seafarer welfare.
With one of the leanest portfolios in global ship management, Jesper emphasised Synergy’s commitment to customised, trust-based partnerships and a culture driven by “an eternal hunger to improve.
Kristensen left the shortsea carrier Unifeeder, part of DP world, after more than three decades
Jesper Kristensen has stepped into the group CEO role at Singapore ship manager Synergy Marine. The industry veteran joins Synergy after stepping down from DP World-controlled feeder operator Unifeeder last year, where he was Group CEO for 17 years.
Synergy Marine said Kristensen will lead the company in its ‘era of transformation.’. Former Unifeeder chief executive Jesper Kristensen has been appointed group chief executive of Rajesh Unni-led third-party ship management company Synergy Marine Group.
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Synergy Marine said Kristensen will lead the company in its ‘era of transformation.’. Former Unifeeder chief executive Jesper Kristensen has been appointed group chief executive of Rajesh Unni-led third-party ship management company Synergy Marine Group.
After 17 years as CEO of Unifeeder, Jesper Kristensen, in his new role as Group CEO of Synergy Marine Group, will oversee 30 offices, 24,000 seafarers, and 682 ships from Singapore. Jesper Kristensen assumed the role of Group CEO of the ship management company Synergy Marine Group in Singapore on Monday, March 24.
Veteran executive Jesper Kristensen has returned to shipping as chief executive of Singapore ship manager Synergy Marine Group. The company said Kristensen took on the job on Monday “to lead Synergy in its era of transformation and will focus on continuing to develop the global operational footprint”.
TradeWinds features Synergy Marine Group’s expanded collaboration with Mercy Ships, showcasing our commitment to enhancing seafarer healthcare and welfare through advanced technical support, medical teleconsultations, and targeted awareness initiatives.
Synergy’s unwavering commitment to its seafarers—as seen, for example, in its compassionate response to the DALI incident, and its focus on innovation, sustainability, and crew welfare—earned it the prestigious Crewing Company of the Year Award at the 11th International Samudra Manthan Awards 2024
Tradewinds
Cyprus-based owner EDT Offshore has formed a new ship management company with Synergy Marine Group of Singapore.
EDT Synergy Shipmanagement aims to deliver “innovative and sustainable” operations and solutions, addressing industry challenges in decarbonisation and digitalisation, the partners said.The Limassol owner and its global ship management partner said the new company had been registered in Cyprus.
ETInfra
Marine and subsea services provider EDT Offshore and global ship management company Synergy Marine Group have formed a joint venture company based in Cyprus EDT Synergy Shipmanagement Ltd – to deliver tailored ship management solutions the offshore industry.
The Hindu Business Line
Cyprus-based EDT Offshore and Singapore’s Synergy Marine Group have launched EDT Synergy Shipmanagement Ltd, a joint venture to hire manpower from India for global offshore industry. They will deliver tailored ship management solutions to the offshore industry. Synergy Marine Group is the world’s second-largest ship manager and the largest third-party manager of Indian-flagged vessels.
Lloyd’s List
EDT Offshore, a Cyprus-based provider of marine and subsea services, and Singapore-based shipmanagement group Synergy Marine, have launched a joint venture aimed at providing shipmanagement solutions for the offshore industry. The partners said that the new entity, EDT Synergy Shipmanagement, would leverage the expertise of both companies while addressing decarbonisation and digitalisation challenges in the “unique” offshore sector.
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Getting to Zero
Synergy Marine Group is a member of The Getting to Zero Coalition, dedicated to launching zero-emission deep-sea vessels by 2030 and achieving full decarbonisation by 2050. The Global Maritime Forum, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum and Friends of Ocean Action, founded and manages the Coalition.
MACN
Synergy Marine Group is part of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), a global initiative striving for a corruption-free maritime industry, promoting fair trade for the greater societal good.
Danish Shipping
Synergy Marine Group is affiliated with Danske Rederier, the primary industry and employers’ association for Danish shipping—Denmark’s top export sector. Danske Rederier actively engages with authorities and policymakers both domestically and globally.
INTERCARGO
Synergy Marine Group is a part of INTERCARGO, an association championing safe, efficient, and eco-friendly shipping. INTERCARGO collaborates with the International Maritime Organization and other global entities to shape maritime legislation.
IMEC
Synergy Marine Group is part of IMEC, a top maritime employers’ group championing fair and sustainable labor practices. Representing global employers, IMEC negotiates seafarers’ wages and conditions, and invests in workforce development.
IMPA
Synergy Marine Group is involved in IMPA Save’s initiative to reduce single-use water bottles at sea. The IMPA SAVE council comprises top global shipowners and suppliers, representing over 8000 vessels with significant combined purchasing influence.
All Aboard
Synergy Marine Group is a key participant in The All Aboard Alliance’s Diversity@Sea initiative. As one of eleven prominent maritime companies, we aim to foster inclusivity at sea and directly address challenges faced by women seafarers.
CSSF
Synergy Marine Group is part of the Container Ship Safety Forum (CSSF), a global B2B network dedicated to enhancing safety and management standards in the container shipping sector.
ESA
Synergy Marine Group is a member of the Emirates Shipping Association, a UAE maritime body that brings together industry stakeholders to promote safety, collaboration and progressive standards across the regional maritime sector.
