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Pothen Cherical

Pothen Cherical

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Chartering Ops | Decarbonization | Energy Efficiency | MBA Operations | Chief Engineer

  • Education

    • Vidyodaya School - India

      1994 - 2000
      Mathematics and Computer Science

    • S P Jain School of Global Management

      2017 - 2019
      Master of Business Administration - MBA Operations

      My thesis was on “Energy efficient shipping for a sustainable tomorrow”.

    • Singapore Polytechnic

      2000 - 2004
      DMS Marine Engineering

      The training consisted of all practical exercises of Marine Engineering and theoretical study of Mathematics, Mechanics of Machines, Fluid Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Material Science, Applied Thermodynamics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Workshop Technology, Marine Boilers, Marine Steam Engineering, Marine Internal Combustion Engineering, Marine Auxiliaries, Marine Electrical Technology, Marine Engineering Design and Drawing, Marine Refrigeration and Air-conditioning, Marine… Show more The training consisted of all practical exercises of Marine Engineering and theoretical study of Mathematics, Mechanics of Machines, Fluid Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Material Science, Applied Thermodynamics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Workshop Technology, Marine Boilers, Marine Steam Engineering, Marine Internal Combustion Engineering, Marine Auxiliaries, Marine Electrical Technology, Marine Engineering Design and Drawing, Marine Refrigeration and Air-conditioning, Marine Control Engineering, Fire Prevention and Safety Appliances, Naval Architecture and Ship Construction. Show less

  • Experience

    • A.P. Moller - Maersk

      Mar 2006 - Nov 2008
      Second Engineer

    • Maersk Tankers

      Nov 2008 - Aug 2014
      FIRST ENGINEER

    • Euronav

      Aug 2014 - Apr 2016
      Chief Engineer

      •Dedicated and reliable Chief Engineer with a strong record towards quality of work and vessel safety maintenance•Capable of emergency response to a variety of situations on call•Manage and direct crews of various sizes and nationalities to ensure maximum vessel operational efficiency•Developed and implemented operational and maintenance procedures and repairs of all shipboard mechanical and electrical systems.•Prepared vessel for dry dock and its repair specifications.•Monitor performance of the vessel and ensure that charter party requirements are being fulfilled in respect to Speed, Fuel Consumption. •Ensure all classification and statutory survey status is maintained, all surveys are carried out within the due dates and that all trading certificates are valid. Show less

    • Maersk Line Fleet Management & Technology

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2023

      Vessel Performance Manager of the Time Charter fleet in charge of improving the energy efficiency of the Maersk Charter vessels by means of Main engine optimization, hull cleanings, optimal trimming, basic load consumption reduction, Auxiliary engines optimization, Boiler consumption reduction, dry-dock optimization, retrofit projects, etc. This is all done by means of close coordination with the Vessel Owners and their technical teams. Vessel Performance Manager in charge of improving the energy efficiency of the Maersk vessels by means of Main engine optimization, hull cleanings, optimal trimming, basic load consumption reduction, Auxiliary engines optimization, Boiler consumption reduction, Dry-dock optimization, retrofits usage like the turbocharger cut off device, variable frequency drives, etc. Also involved in improving the Operational efficiency of the fleet.

      • Time Charter Vessel Performance Manager

        Nov 2020 - Aug 2023

      • Vessel Performance Manager

        Jun 2016 - Nov 2020

    • A.P. Moller - Maersk

      Aug 2023 - now
      Chartering Operations Manager

      Chartering

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Class 1 Motor COC

      Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)