Vinod Verghese, FRINA

Experience

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  Cochin Shipyard Ltd

  Jul 1987 - May 2007

  Assistant General Manager

  • Ship Design, Repair and Construction Oversight:o Oversaw twenty new build projects of tankers, bulk carriers, tugs, platform supply vessels, dredgers, and passenger vessels, ensuring adherence to design specifications and regulatory requirements.o Directed a team of engineers specialized in steelwork and advanced outfitting, facilitating seamless liaison and coordination between production, planning, quality assurance, and classification authorities.o Managed and executed comprehensive repairs encompassing hull, machinery, accommodation, outfitting, and painting for a diverse fleet of ten vessels. This included bulk carriers, tankers, dredgers, passenger vessels, destroyers, patrol vessels, tugs, platform supply vessels, AHTS (anchor handling tug supply), rigs, and support vessels.Projects Handled:Ship Building & Design85000 t dwt double hull tankers for Shipping Corporation of India110000 t dwt double hull tanker for Shipping Corporation of India150 Passenger vessel for Lakshwadeep islands, India45 t VSP tug for Chennai Port Trust, IndiaFire float for Vishakapatnam Port Trust, India1700m3 Trailing suction Hopper Dredger for Chennai Port Trust, IndiaTugs of 25t, 35t and 46t BP for Port of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia35000 t Bulk Carriers for Clipper Group, DenmarkUT 755LN series Platform Supply vessels for NFC AS, NorwayShip RepairStructural and machinery repairs of various vessels ranging from Bulk carriers, tankers, tugs, offshore supply vessels, rigs, platforms etcShipwright repair jobs of passenger vessels for Lakshwadeep Administration and Shipping Corporation of India Show less

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  Grandweld

  May 2007 - Feb 2008

  Project Manager

  • Project Management for New Construction:o Led project management efforts for the new construction of two 100t BP ASD Offshore Escort Tugs for Bourbon Supply Investissements, France, ensuring adherence to project specifications and quality standards.o Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to optimize project timelines, resource allocation, and budgetary constraints.

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  Mercator Lines Limited

  Feb 2008 - Jan 2011

  Senior Project Manager

  • Project Leadership and Coordination:o Led a project team overseeing major conversions and repairs of Very Large Ore Carriers (VLOC), Floating Storage and Offloading units (FSOs), Mobile Offshore Production Units (MOPU), and Bulk Carrier to Tanker.o Independently managed feasibility studies, prepared budget plans, reviewed specifications, and monitored project progress, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.• Stakeholder Management and Coordination:o Served as a focal point for coordination between shipyards, ship owners, superintendents, engineering teams, surveyors, and approval authorities, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.o Coordinated with production, engineering, procurement, quality control, commissioning, and operations teams for successful project completion.Projects Handled: Conversion of a VLCC to VLOC, chartered by Vale, Brazil at Yiu Lian Dockyards, Shenzhen (Shekou), China involving 7500 tons of steel work . Conversion of an Aframax tanker to FSO, chartered by British Gas Exploration for operation at Panna Oil Field off Bombay High at Dry-Docks World, Dubai involving erection of helideck, loading platforms etc Conversion of a Suezmax tanker to FSO, chartered by Afren for operation at Ebok Oil Field offshore Nigeria at Yiu Lian Dockyards, Shenzhen (Shekou), China involving erection of helideck, loading/ offloading platforms , metering skid, new gas fired boilers, cranes etc Refurbishment of a MOPU at United Marine Shipyard, Texas, USA and installation of the MOPU and the converted FSO at Ebok Oil Terminal. The FPU at Ebok Terminal was chartered by Afren Resources Limited (Afren), Nigeria, consisted of the Floating, Storage and Offloading vessel (FSO) spread moored in close proximity to a wellhead conductor structure and jack-up Mobile Offshore Production Unit (MOPU) Dry dock repairs of Panamax bulk carrier at Yiu Lian Dockyards, Shenzhen (Shekou), China and a VLOC at Sasebo Shipyard, Japan Show less

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  Anglo Eastern

  Jan 2011 - Oct 2013

  Project Manager

  • Project Oversight and Plan Approvals:o Managed plan approvals, project oversight, and on-site supervision for the new building and conversion of twenty projects encompassing bulk carriers, offshore floating terminals, container vessels, and LPG carriers.o Conducted comprehensive feasibility studies for projects and facilities, preparing and submitting project proposals to clients.• Technical Assistance and Client Communication:o Provided technical assistance to clients, resolving technical challenges, and enhancing vessel designs for improved efficiency.o Conducted technical discussions with shipyards during contract review meetings and negotiations, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry standards.Projects Handled: Bulk carriers ranging from Handymax to VLOC  Ice Class Bulk carriers Polar Class Bulk Carriers Container vessels Open Hatch General cargo carriers Chemical Tankers LPG carriers LNG Carriers Offshore Floating Terminal Self Elevating Lift boat Platform Supply vessels Floating Storage and Transfer Station Offshore Floating Terminal Pipe lay Barge Show less

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  Oldendorff Carriers (Singapore) Pte Ltd

  Oct 2013 - May 2015

  Technical Manager (Projects)

  • Infrastructure Development and Design:o Led the conceptualization and design of floating terminals and barges for transshipment solutions and infrastructure development, facilitating cargo dispatch to inland operational regions inaccessible by large vessels.o Conducted comprehensive technical analysis for the development of a floating offshore transshipment terminal, focusing on loading, storage, and offloading operations.• Logistical and Technical Solutions:o Designed logistical and technical solutions for rapid transshipment and inland water transportation through the development of shallow draft barge design and construction.o Led the development of mooring systems, caissons, and buoys to ensure effective vessel mooring alongside floating terminals. Show less

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  L&T Ship Building

  Sept 2015 - Oct 2021

  Joint General Manager

  • Proposal Development and Concept Designo Led proposal and concept development initiatives for eight new builds comprising defence and commercial vessels, as well as refurbishments of LNG carriers and FSRUs.o Provided engineering design support and project management expertise for ten new builds, modifications, refits, and retrofits, including AHTS, PSV, fleet tanker, floating docks, and jack-up barges.• Cross-functional Collaboration:o Collaborated closely with engineering, production, procurement, and quality control teams to ensure seamless project execution, meeting quality, timeline, and budgetary requirements.o Facilitated effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring alignment with project objectives and client expectations.• Continuous Improvement Initiatives:o Identified areas for process improvement and implemented best practices to enhance operational efficiency and project delivery outcomes.o Proactively addressed project challenges, mitigating risks, and resolving issues to minimize disruptions and delays.Projects Handled: Design Approvals and site management for Complete Refit of a fleet tanker Project Management including Design and approvals for the New building of Platform supply vessels and Anchor Handling Tugs for Halul Offshore, Qatar Project Management including Design and approvals for the New building of a floating dockfor Indian Navy Project Management including Design and approvals for the New building of jack up barges, crane barges and Transportation Barges for Mumbai Harbour Translink Proposal for a 7500 cubm LNG Carrier and Floating storage regasification Unit Show less

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  OSMThome

  Nov 2021 - Jan 2024

  Project Manager

  • Project Management Excellence:o Spearheaded project management and consultancy efforts across all phases, specializing in overseeing new builds, conversions, refurbishments, and drydocking.o Achieved alignment with company policies for project management excellence and innovation in green solutions for future new builds of marine vessels, while leading projects in scheduling, budgeting/cost management, and risk mitigation.• Business Development and Client Engagement:o Submitted twenty technical and commercial bid proposals, clarifying inquiries, and negotiating with clients for a diverse range of vessels, including Buk carriers, tankers, chemical tankers, containers, gas carriers, and offshore vessels.o Successfully managed client relationships, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring project deliverables met or exceeded expectations.• Project Execution and Implementation:o Managed three existing projects, overseeing the implementation of Project Execution Plans, setup, and close-out procedures, while conducting lessons learned workshops for future projects.o Conducted comprehensive specification reviews, crafted precise specifications, finalized contracts, and provided consultancy services for the construction of a 115K DWT Product Carrier at Daehan Shipbuilding Co., Korea.Projects Handled: Project Management for New Building of 85K DWT Bulk carriers  Project Management and Delivery support for New Building of 5400 DWT Container cum Bulk carriers  Project Management for Drydocking and EGCS retrofit of two VLCCs Project Management for Drydocking and BWTS retrofit of Aframax tanker Engineering coordination for modification of Mezzanine deck of OSV Proposal for Dual Fuel conversion on vessels Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOV) for Wind Farm Industry Consultancy for 115K DWT Product Carrier new building Show less