Vision

Suntech Ship Management aims to be recognized as a global supplier of the highest quality services to the maritime industry with absolute regard for safety and the marine environment.

Mission

To excel in ship operations by ensuring no harm to people, or the environment, by ensuring zero incident and spills

Board of Directors

Capt. Naren Bhatt

Capt. Naren Bhatt (63) was the Joint Chairman of the Selandia Group since its inception in 1995. As co-founder of the group was responsible for developing and overseeing the businesses within the group along with Umesh Thakore. Naren is a Master Mariner and has more than 44 years experience in the shipping industry, including 16 years sailing experience in ascending ranks to Master on board various ship types. His previous appointments ashore included 2 years in the operations, commercial and agency departments with SDS Corporation in Mumbai. Capt. Naren Bhatt is an Indian citizen and resides in Mumbai.

Capt. Umesh Thakore

Capt. Umesh Thakore (64) was the Joint Chairman of the Selandia Group since its inception in 1995. He is a co-founder of the group and was responsible for developing and overseeing the businesses within the group along with Naren Bhatt. Umesh is a Master Mariner with over 47 years of experience within the shipping industry, including 18 years sailing experience of which 7 years were in command of Oil Tankers and OBO Carriers. His previous appointments ashore included 2 years in the fleet personnel department with OSM Hong Kong. Capt. Umesh Thakore is an Indian citizen and resides in Mumbai.