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Balachander Subramanian

Balachander Subramanian

Shipping
Chennai

Summary

Achievement-driven and high-performance professional with outstanding qualifications in all phases of business operations. Team player with leadership qualities and always strive to achieve targets on time. Profile Summary Coordinated and attended for takeover of about 50 ships under technical and crew management for the company. Ensuring that the requirements of the ISM/ISPS/MLC Code are implemented and maintained on managed vessels. Ensure Vessel is PSC ready at all times. Ensure acceptable professional and Company standards are maintained through managing the preparation, execution and reporting of an Audit schedule encompassing Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality System audits. Promote and review the changes to the Company Policy, Objectives and targets and the continual Risk Assessment of all areas. Maintain relationships with the regulatory and enforcement authorities, representative industry bodies and organizations with regard to Safety, Quality and Environmental matters and ship owners / charterers. Act as main focus dealing with customer satisfaction. Liaise with QHSE team for arranging Pre-Vetting audits if required. Pre-fixture assistance and Post-fixture Operations for handy max geared bulk carriers. Day to day operations of vessels. Monitoring Vessel performance for the voyage.Co-ordinating with Charterers for notices, Hire/Freight payments, Speed claims, Weather analysis reports of vessels during the voyage. Interaction with brokers for fixing the vessel on charterers, assisted and coordinated with S & P brokers for sale and purchase. Preparing Voyage estimates, Laytime calculations, bunker bookings, agency appointments. Dealing with P&I, cargo claims, Hull and Machinery insurance claims. Monitor and obtain cover for AWRP/K&R/LOH and also involved in negotiation for renewals. Planning /Execution and safe stowage and carriage of all types of RoRo/Break Bulk/Project cargoes/Bulk cargoes/General Cargoes/Containers. Interaction with various port officials for smooth operations and improved relationship to expedite the Vessel operation.

Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Managerial professional with proven record of streamlining processes and leading high-performing teams. Known for strong analytical skills and commitment to achieving results. Teams rely on collaborative leadership and adaptability to changing needs.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Asst Manager Marine

Synergy Marine Group
Chennai
08.2022 - Current

General Manager – Commercial Operations

SGM Shipping Services SA
Chennai
03.2019 - 07.2022

Operation Manager

SGM Shipping Services SA
Chennai
06.2016 - 02.2019

Senior Marine Surveyor

Maritech Commercial Pvt Ltd.
Chennai
04.2015 - 03.2016

Operations Manager

Pioneer Marine Advisers Pte Ltd
Chennai
11.2013 - 04.2015
  • Company Overview: Singapore
  • Singapore

Operations Manager

EUKOR Car Carriers Inc
Chennai
06.2011 - 11.2013
  • Company Overview: (INDIA)
  • (INDIA)

Education

MBA - shipping and Logistics

Tamil Nadu Open University

Master Mariner - Foreign Going

Government of India

Skills

  • Pre Fixture Negotiations

  • Post Fixture Operations

  • Client Relationship Management

Strategic planning

Decision-making

Team leadership

Operations management

Customer relationship management (CRM)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/23/75
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Asst Manager Marine

Synergy Marine Group
08.2022 - Current

General Manager – Commercial Operations

SGM Shipping Services SA
03.2019 - 07.2022

Operation Manager

SGM Shipping Services SA
06.2016 - 02.2019

Senior Marine Surveyor

Maritech Commercial Pvt Ltd.
04.2015 - 03.2016

Operations Manager

Pioneer Marine Advisers Pte Ltd
11.2013 - 04.2015

Operations Manager

EUKOR Car Carriers Inc
06.2011 - 11.2013

Master Mariner - Foreign Going

Government of India

MBA - shipping and Logistics

Tamil Nadu Open University
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