Manish Singal

Experience

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  Chevron

  Jan 1994 - Jan 2002

  Marine Engineer

  2nd Assistant Engineer Volunteered for and efficiently performed functions of Electrical Officer in addition to Engine watch keeping and maintenance duties. Member of team to oversee construction and commissioning of 308,500 DWT Crude Oil Tanker at SHI, Koje.Singularly built up database of machinery spares in vessel’s Planned Maintenance System (RAST) in addition to assigned job responsibilities. Commended for same.

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  Anglo Eastern Ship Management

  Jan 2002 - Dec 2003

  1st Assistant Engineer

  Actively participated in conversion of OBO carrier to Ore mode including re-commissioning of Hydraulic Systems.Set up procedures and made arrangements to burn excess sludge in the Boiler; thereby, reducing time required to dispose waste oil.Successfully re-commissioned vessel equipment on takeover of a fully refrigerated LPG tanker from another management and assisted in setting up company procedures and policy.

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  Winners International

  Jan 2004 - Mar 2004

  Team Member – Shipping and Logistics

  Carried out comprehensive feasibility study of transportation of iron ore fines from mines in Eastern India to China. The study included Chartering, Documentation, Meeting Stevedores, Ship Agents, Port officials, Local transporters, Charterers, Banks and Mine owners. Provided sourcing and product development solution to MNC from China.

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  Varun Shipping Company

  Apr 2004 - Jun 2007

  Technical Superintendent

  Managed dry-dock repairs during take-over of old VLGC.Led Dry Dock Repairs - (6th Special Survey) of two fully refrigerated LPG ships.Involved from the Identification & analysis of defects to Preparation of Repair specifications, Bid Analysis, Preparing and securing Budget approvals, Firm Stemming and Overseeing processes to ensure optimum repairs within allocated budgets (cost & time) through effective negotiations.Conducted testing and commissioning of ship systems and sea trials to ensure efficacy of repairs.Liaised with Class and Flag to ensure smooth certification and repairs.Promoted to Chief Engineer within 2 months in June 04. Show less

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  Shell Shipmanagement Limited

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2010

  Chief Engineer

  Supervised Q-max LNG ship construction including Sea and Gas Trials at SHI, Korea as part of due diligence on behalf of owners.Attended dry-docking of LNG Carrier at MHI yard at Yokohama, Japan.Attended training programs in LNG construction and operation conducted by Lloyds and MAN B&W amongst others. Led multi-national team to safely meet operational challenges during the maiden voyage.

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  P.R.O. Marine Solutions

  Jul 2010 - Jul 2011

  Business Development Manager

  P.R.O. Marine Solutions represents Power and Automation principals in Europe and provides professional service in Electrical Instrumentation, Controls and Automation in the Marine, Off-shore and Shore-based industries.

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  Sakuma Exports Limited, India

  Jul 2010 - Dec 2010

  Technical Head, Port Development

  Key role in effectively negotiating terms for Port Services Agreement with the owner and operator of a multipurpose all weather port on the west coast of India.Developed project scope for setting up 450,000 m3 liquid tank farm with associated liquid handling facilities involving development of design, creating specifications for construction, identification of vendors and stake-holders and negotiation of costs and terms.

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  BP

  May 2011 - Jul 2011

  Chief Engineer

  As Technical Leader, deliver safe, efficient operations of the vessel in terms of energy consumption (through effective systems operation), cost control (through prudent purchasing, logistics and inventory control) and provide mechanical reliability (through effective condition-based maintenance management).

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  Shell Trading and Shipping Company

  Aug 2011 - Feb 2014

  Chief Engineer

  Technical Manager onboard Qmax LNG ship delivering safe, reliable and cost-effective operation in a challenging environment.Building and leading multi-cultural teams.

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  Shell

  Mar 2014 - Jun 2016

  Engineering Superintendent

  Promote a sound working relationship with ship staff building trust between all parties concerned.Provide leadership and guidance across the professional discipline covering many aspects of ship's operations including machinery management, technical and cosmetic maintenance, performance monitoring and budget control, always consistent with National, International, Group and Company regulations and requirements. Manage and motivate senior staff on board to ensure that they provide the ships, customers and the fleet unit with the required levels of service and professionalism. Able to initiate economic and efficient repairs or replacements at short notice, with due regard for the variable ability and motivation of the ships personnel, the ships location and the availability of local facilities, Lead promotion board interviews to the rank of Chief Engineer and, in addition, provide wide support with regard to the recruitment, training and development process from the engineering perspective. Show less

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  Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company

  Jul 2016 - Dec 2017

  FPSO Marine Maintenance and Engineering Superintendent

  Maintenance improvement through competence development and process improvement in areas including Hull, Machinery, Offtake Equipment.Identify and deliver opportunities to improve asset integrity and availabilitySupport and guide asset engineering, projects and life-extension teams.

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  QATAR SHELL GTL LIMITED CO.

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2018

  Commercial Block Lead

  • Monitoring and tracking contractor performance during scope execution to support the functioning of the Turnaround commercial team.• Safety leadership by identifying gaps and closing them through engagement with stake-holders.• Managed contract HSSE and claims risks on basis of ground intelligence, contract knowledge and technical experience resulting in substantial savings.• Improvements in work process embedded for future turnarounds.

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  Shell

  Nov 2018 - now

  In this role, I lead initiatives focused on assessing hydrogen as a marine fuel, targeting a projected 28% savings in general industrial project budgets, and furthering Shell’s decarbonization goals. A significant achievement was the conceptualization of Singapore's first fully electric ferry through integrated value engineering, ensuring safe operations. I represent Shell in industry bodies to develop standards for ammonia bunkering and LNG training, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize LNG operations. My strategic focus includes mitigating risks associated with maritime tech adoption and advocating for collaboration between government and industry to shape sustainable policies.Top 10 Skills:• Project Management• Stakeholder Engagement• Maritime Regulations• Decarbonization Strategies• Cross-functional Collaboration• Data Analysis• Risk Mitigation• Strategic Planning• Value Engineering• Policy Advocacy Show less

  • Shipping and Maritime Project Manager

    Jun 2021 - now

  • Senior Cryogenic Marine Engineer

    Nov 2018 - Jun 2021