Capt. Sanjay Prashar is a distinguished Marine HR professional and entrepreneur with 32 years of experience in the shipping industry. His passion for ship management and seafarers has driven him to formulate effective strategies for ship owners. His ability to read the market’s pulse, combined with absolute transparency in financial dealings, has established him as an astute leader in the shipping sector.
Capt. Prashar sailed as a Master Mariner on various types of ships and has over 19 years of shore-based experience in crewing and recruitment. He began his shore career as a superintendent in the Crewing Department of MOL, later working as an Operations Manager at Univan Hong Kong. He returned to India as General Manager of Global Recruitment for Wallem Ship Management Limited. In 2010, he founded VR Maritime Services Pvt Limited, a crew management company.
He has served as a member of the National Shipping Board of India, the highest advisory body on matters related to shipping and infrastructure (ports). Capt. Prashar is deeply engaged with industry stakeholders and leaders to enhance service levels, transparency, and the quality of maritime education.
He leads multiple social reforms and actively advocates for the education and sustenance of impoverished individuals through decent employment and health initiatives. His commitment to continuous improvement and positive change is evident in his contributions to the industry.
His passion is to look after the wellbeing of seafarers and create jobs for Indian seafarers. He advocates for the betterment of seafarers and represents the community in various industry forms with aim to bring systemic improvements. He is vocal in raising concerns and prompts in providing constructive solution as he believes a rising tide raises all boats.
Kavita brings over 22 years of extensive experience in crew manning and recruitment within the shipping industry. She leads the Crewing Operations for seafarers on Gas Carrier vessels, ensuring efficient and effective management of crew members. Kavita actively supports the industry by conducting MLC (Maritime Labour Convention) audits and inspections through visits to ship owners and vessels. She is responsible for organizing crew conferences and identifying new training needs for seafarers to enhance their skills and knowledge. Additionally, Kavita heads the panel for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women (POSH) within the organization, demonstrating her commitment to fostering a safe and respectful workplace environment.
Thajudeen oversees governance, compliance, and strategic execution of standard operating procedures for Crewing Operations, Recruitment, and Retention functions. With over 25 years of experience in the maritime industry, Thajudeen plays a pivotal role in managing operations and fostering discussions on ethical practices and global opportunities for Indian seafarers. He brings a wealth of expertise in the recruitment and qualitative improvement processes and execution strategies.
Abhimanyu is a seasoned professional with a dynamic blend of expertise in Human Resources, Legal Compliance, and QMS, specializing in the maritime sector. Holding an MBA and a Law Degree, Abhimanyu brings a comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and people management strategies. His primary role is to align business strategies with compliance and quality objectives, ensuring continual improvement through constructive feedback. He drives policy execution, auditing, and employee mentoring activities, maintaining a client-facing role to enhance organisational resilience and forward-thinking approach
Nazir had an illustrious career as a Chief Engineer, having had the privilege of working with the finest seafaring community in India. He holds qualifications in DEE & DME and possesses an MOT Class I (Motor) certificate. With 20 years of sailing experience, including 10 years as a Chief Engineer, he is a seasoned technical professional with a strong background in seafarers’ training on LNG.
Nazir has a solid record of ensuring safe operations and strict compliance with ILO, IMO, MLC, RPSL, and other regulations. In addition to his technical expertise, he is responsible for the quality control of recruitment of engineers at VRM, where he leads the technical management segment. His comprehensive experience and dedication to safety and compliance make him a valuable asset to the organization.
Capt. Tarai brings extensive sailing experience on a variety of offshore vessels, including Diving Support Vessels, ROVs, Survey Vessels, Cable-laying Ships, DP-II, PSV, and AHTS. He is well-versed in vessel FMEA and has supported ship owners during trials and various inspections, including e-CMID.
Capt. Tarai has been associated with prestigious organizations such as Global Maritime and DNV-GL, where he served as a Marine Specialist for offshore vessels. He is an ADNOC-approved Port Captain and Marine Specialist, having worked with ADNOC Oil Fields, QP, and Saudi Aramco. His comprehensive expertise and dedication to safety and compliance make him a valuable asset to VR Maritime Services Pvt Ltd.
Capt. Gouveia is an ex-Master Mariner with 23 years of extensive sea experience on various types of vessels, including Bulk Carriers and VLCCs, and over 18 years as a Training Superintendent at MOL, where he was involved in the training of seafarers and SMS implementation. He is actively engaged in conducting internal audits and accident investigations on board vessels.
He has extensive sailing experience on a variety of offshore vessels, such as Diving Support Vessels, ROVs, Survey Vessels, Cable-laying Ships, DP-II, PSV, and AHTS. He is proficient in vessel FMEA and has provided support to ship owners during trials and various inspections, including e-CMID. He has been associated with Global Maritime and DNV-GL, where he worked as a Marine Specialist for offshore vessels. He is an ADNOC-approved Port Captain and Marine Specialist, having worked with ADNOC Oil Fields, QP, and Saudi Aramco.
His comprehensive expertise in maritime operations, combined with his dedication to safety and compliance, makes him an asset to VR Maritime Services Pvt Ltd. His role involves ensuring the highest standards of training, safety, and operational efficiency for the company’s maritime operations.
