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Synergy Marine Group and UltraTech Cement: Ship management for ADVAITA, India’s first purpose-built cement carrier

Updated:
Feb 10, 2026
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Published:
Mar 17, 2023
Synergy marine’s ADVAITA”, India’s first and only newly built, dedicated cement carrier.

Synergy Marine Group provides technical and crew management services for ADVAITA, a purpose-built cement carrier supporting UltraTech Cement Limited’s coastal logistics requirements.

UltraTech Cement, part of the Aditya Birla Group, required a dedicated vessel solution to support cargo movements between India’s west coast and Sri Lanka, with a focus on safe operations, consistent performance and strong compliance standards.

ADVAITA is an India-flagged cement carrier of about 22,700 DWT. Synergy Marine Group’s scope covers day-to-day technical management and crew management, including statutory and class compliance, safety management systems, planned maintenance, crewing, training and operational reporting.

Managing specialised vessels calls for disciplined maintenance planning, stable crewing and consistent operational oversight. The objective of this partnership is dependable service, well-governed operations and continuity across the vessel’s operating life.

“At Synergy Marine Group, we approach specialised vessel management as a long-term responsibility. Our work with UltraTech Cement reflects a shared emphasis on safety, operational discipline and dependable vessel performance, supported by experienced crews and robust technical processes.”
Ajay Chaudhry
Co-CEO – Ship Management
Synergy Marine Group

The collaboration reflects the growing role of professional ship managers in supporting industrial cargo owners through reliable, compliant maritime operations aligned with their logistics needs.

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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.