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Register NowAshok is qualified and experienced as a Master Mariner, a certified Dynamic Positioning Officer, and a Marine Lead Auditor. In addition, he possesses a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Copenhagen Business School.
As the Regional Manager, South Asia and Technical Manager at BIMCO Singapore, Ashok is responsible for safeguarding the interests of BIMCO members and stakeholders in the technical aspects of maritime operations. His influence extends beyond the region as he serves as Vice-Chair of the Advisory Committee at the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). With a proven track record spanning over 18 years in the maritime sector, Ashok has solidified his position as a maritime expert.
His extensive seafaring career with A.P. Moller Maersk encompasses a diverse range of vessel types, including container ships, car carriers, oil tankers (crude and product), and notably, gas tankers (LPG and LNG). His expertise further extends to the offshore sector where he held the roles of Master and Senior Dynamic Positioning Officer (SDPO) on platform supply vessels and cable layers.
Demonstrating a strong commitment to quality and safety, Ashok previously contributed to enhancing ship quality, safety, and security at V.Group. His qualifications as a Certified Lead Auditor and Integrated Marine Auditor by LRQA (Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance) underscore his expertise in preparing vessels for external audits such as ISM, ISPS, and MLC, as well as industry vetting inspections like OCIMF-SIRE and CDI.
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