OUR
PEOPLE
At Central we have a diverse team that come from different corners of the world with extensive experience in ship management. Our team, is driven by our core values of integrity. transparency and care.
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Maritime transport is responsible for 90% of all global trade. With over 1.5 million Seafarers serving around the world today, we have ensured to globally position ourselves in strategic locations, in order to build an inclusive team of professionals.
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QHSSE MANAGER
CAPT. LEONIL VALENCIA
A dedicated, loyal, and honest team player.
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Worked on board ships, bulk carriers and tankers, from Apprentice Deck Officer, OS, AB, and to 3rd Officer up to Master from 1977 to 2000. Worked as Quality Assurance Manager at Belships Management (S) Pte Ltd from 2001 to 2011. Return to sea as Master on Containerships from 2012 to 2014.
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AREAS OF FOCUS
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Vessel performance and monitoring
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Vessel certificates
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Maintenance of QHSSE management system
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Internal audits of vessels and company
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Management review
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Capt. Valencia joined Central in 2015
SENIOR TECHNICAL SUPERINTENDENT
AJEE KAMATH
A meticulous, direct, and innovative team player
Ajee is a mechanical engineer from the prestigious National Institute of Technology, Durgapur India. Started a career with the Shipping Corporation of India in 1993, rose through various ranks, and worked as a consultant with Temba Shipyard, in shipbuilding in Cochin. Thereafter, he was with Seven Island Shipping, as GM technical. Before joining Central, he freelanced as chief engineer on electronic engine ships.
AREAS OF FOCUS
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Fleet-wide technical operations management
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Machinery maintenance and upkeep
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Inventory management
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Operations optimisation
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Ajee joined Central in 2023
HEAD OF FINANCE
AJAY KUMAR SREEKUMAR
An ambitious, hardworking and faithful
team player
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Ajay has more than 23 years of work experience in accounting and administration. His background is diverse, worked in various sectors, such as construction and manufacturing.
In 2006, he took a job at Emarat Maritime. This was a highlight in his career, as he began to grow a deeper understanding of ship management and the necessary skills required to manage effectively the accounting aspect of Ship Management software – Shipnet.
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Ensuring smooth sailing of day to day Financial activities
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Ensuring hasle free banking activities and managing cash flow.
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Preparation and supervision of Vessel Owners reports and ensure timely reporting
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Ajay joined Central in 2014
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CREWING OFFICER
BALAJI LOGANATHAN
A loyal, hardworking, and reliable team player.
Balaji has strong background in crewing operations.
Balaji previously worked with “Synergy Marine Group” for more than 13 years and have handled - Bulk, Tanker & Barge vessels
In his current capacity, he supervises daily office operations performed in a seamless and efficient manner. He is responsible for strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors in order to acquire the most cost-effective deals and reduce procurement.
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AREAS OF FOCUS
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Crew scheduling
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Travel management
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Document management
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Costing / Budget
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Balaji joined Central in 2022
SENIOR PURCHASING CLERK
SUMESH KUMAR
A diligent, honest and innovative team player.
Sumesh’s background in purchasing, also includes a Mechanical Engineering degree and acquired a vast pool of knowledge in supply chain management through his extensive work experience in India. Sumesh previously worked with “Synergy Marine Group” for over five years, handling supplies and logistics for gas carriers and bulk carriers.
In his current role as a Senior Purchasing Executive, his focus is in procurement & arranging spares, stores & provisions for our fleet. He specializes in logistics, evaluating and ensuring good quality products are being supplied to our vessels.
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Handles and generates purchase
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Supplier relationship management
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Maintains and updates list of suppliers, their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
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Sumesh joined Central in 2021
QHSSE EXECUTIVE
ARAVIND DAS ANITH
A conscientious, motivated and creative team player.
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Arvind's background is in business, where he studied both in India and the UAE. He is specifically interested in QHSE, where he finds it intriguing when challenged by the implementation process of an operation. In his current role, he oversees and coordinates vessel documentation and paper work are in order. He ensures that all vessels are abiding by the Quality and Safety guidelines set forth by the company.
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AREAS OF FOCUS
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Development and implementation of QHSSE
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Keeping track of Vessel certificates and reports
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Maintenance of QHSSE management system
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Internal audits for vessel
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Responsible for IT services
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Aravind joined Central in 2016
ACCOUNTANT
NIDHIN VIJAYAN
An honest, ethical and flexible team player.
Nidhin's background is in commerce. He expanded his skills by completing a three year article ship training from Chartered Accountant, with PK Thomas and Associates. During his studies, he was exposed to a diverse pool of sectors, such as banking, insurance and trading. The experience helped him build a strong knowledge base and skill-set to review accounts with accuracy, in order to follow the rules of accounts.
Shortly after, he found a position as an Accounting Associate for Conduent INC, where he expanded his experience further with a global team. In his current role, Nidhin has seen himself grow even more, as he applies all the areas of accounting, giving him the ability to process and submit reports on time.
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Reporting
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Accounts payable
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Book keeping
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Preparation of final accounts.
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Nidhin joined Central in 2019
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
LAZARO SARRIS-BONACHE
A driven, attentive, and detail oriented team player.
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Lazaros completed his bachelors in Business Administration in International Hotel Management, Marketing in Switzerland and carries 14 years of experience under his belt. His experience shaped his exceptional work ethic and his capacity to address complex issues.
He is both, a macro and micro thinker, with an inherent skill to think outside of the box. Throughout his career, he applied these qualities while working in global markets, cementing his well-rounded ability to manage teams with diverse backgrounds.
In his current role, Lazaros is part of the strategic think tank with top management and is an integral team player to streamline policies.
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AREAS OF FOCUS
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Policies and regulations such drybulk management standards/TMSA 3
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Learning and development
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Business development
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Day to day operations
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Lazaros joined Central in 2020
CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT
ANNA SARRIS-BONACHE
A passionate, creative and empathic team player.
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Anna's career journey to date is filled with diverse experiences, which helped shape her ability to stay creative, adaptable, and lead with initiative in all that she sets her mind on.
In 2008, she completed a bachelor in Arts in Events Management, with a specialization in marketing and business, from London, UK. In 2016, she completed a Masters in Social Work, Los Angeles, US.
Her global experience in various sectors such as training and development, corporate events, humanitarian work, and technology and digital transformation have all a running theme, bringing people together. In her current role at Central, she mainly focuses on building Central's brand image, the engagement and development of personnel.
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Designed and built company website, featuring user-friendly design and clear navigation.
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Monitoring the company’s social media to increase brand awareness
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Manages assigned projects to ensure design of required materials
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Executes graphic design on product in line with brand positioning and project brief.
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Anna joined Central in 2020