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Ajay Harlal Tyagi

Ajay Harlal Tyagi

TOP MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL Port Management | International Logistics & Supply Chain
Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

Summary

In today’s fast-paced corporate landscape, the ability to interpret vision, shape strategy, and drive operational excellence distinguishes top leaders from the rest. As a progressive, decisive, and innovation-driven executive, I specialize in translating strategic objectives into actionable plans that deliver measurable P&L and ROI outcomes. My leadership across multi-functional teams and geographies has consistently enabled large-scale project execution and sustainable business growth in global markets.

With over 25 years of strategic leadership experience, I bring deep domain expertise in global supply chain, logistics, and marine operations, including cargo movement, transshipment, stowage planning, chartering, and warehousing. My career has been defined by a commitment to operational innovation, safety, and stakeholder alignment across complex maritime environments.

🔹 Marine Technical, Production & Project Oversight

  • Directed ship lift operations, vessel movement, towing, and marine construction projects with a focus on safety and environmental compliance
  • Streamlined marine operations for greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness across ship repair, fabrication, and infrastructure development
  • Maintained critical marine assets and equipment in optimal condition, ensuring uptime and reliability
  • Oversaw procurement planning, cost control, and QAQC compliance across high-value marine projects
  • Adapted technical plans and designs to real-world conditions through close stakeholder engagement

🔹 Business Development & Growth in Marine Services

  • Spearheaded expansion into new markets across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, identifying and pursuing strategic opportunities in maritime and engineering services
  • Built strong partnerships with industry players, clients, and government entities to drive growth and maximize asset utilization
  • Led marketing and outreach initiatives across digital, print, and social platforms to enhance brand visibility and client engagement
  • Maintained a robust pipeline of marine infrastructure and vessel-related projects, ensuring consistent revenue generation

🔹 Port, Terminal & Supply Chain Leadership

  • Managed operations across bulk, container, multipurpose, liquid cargo, RORO, and silo terminals with deep knowledge of international trade and customs regulations
  • Delivered turnaround strategies and process optimization across port and terminal environments, enhancing throughput and service quality
  • Innovation & Team Development: A dynamic leader with a strong focus on evolving management practices, fostering innovation, and empowering teams to thrive in complex and competitive business environments

🔹 Strategic Leadership & Profit Centre Management

  • Served as Profit Centre Head for a €450M enterprise, leading 350 professionals (including 40 expatriates) and consistently delivering €14M PAT annually
  • Developed and executed financial and procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals, driving cost efficiency and profitability

🔹 Global Exposure & Cross-Cultural Team Leadership

  • Operated across diverse regions including Egypt, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, UAE, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia
  • Led multicultural teams in high-pressure environments, fostering innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

I am passionate about building future-ready organizations that blend technical excellence with strategic foresight, especially in the marine and engineering sectors where safety, sustainability, and stakeholder trust are paramount.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Naghi Marine Services, Saudi Arabia | King Fahd Industrial Port & Yanbu Commercial Port
11.2023 - 03.2025

Business Impact: Managing $160M marine services operation with 283+ staff across 26 specialized vessels

  • Asset Management: Optimized fleet performance for 12 tugboats, 8 mooring boats, 6 pilot boats
  • Operational Excellence: Maintained 99.5% service availability while reducing operational costs by 8%
  • Strategic Growth: Secured 15-year concession valued at $15M USD in competitive bidding process
  • Safety Performance: Achieved zero major incidents across 2,400+ vessel movements annually
  • Revenue Growth: Increased ancillary service revenue by 12% through diversification initiatives

Key Achievements:

  • Reduced CO2 emissions by 2% through fleet optimization and operational efficiency programs
  • Implemented digital vessel tracking system improving response times by 15%
  • Negotiated supplier contracts resulting in $2.1M annual cost savings

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Atlantic Terminal Service Ltd - Arise Shareholding With AFC
01.2021 - 06.2023

Business Impact: Led $300M greenfield terminal development from construction to commercial operations

  • Project Delivery: Achieved Commercial Operations Date (COD) in Dec 2021, 2 months ahead of schedule
  • Capacity Achievement: Delivered 1.2M TEU annual capacity with 800m berth length
  • Financial Performance: Generated $45M revenue in first full operational year (2022)
  • Throughput Growth: Scaled operations from 0 to 850,000 TEUs within 18 months
  • Market Share: Captured 35% of Ghana's container traffic within 24 months of operations

Operational Metrics:

  • Berth Productivity: 28 moves/hour vs. 22 moves/hour industry average
  • Dwell Time: Reduced to 4.2 days vs. 7-day regional average
  • Equipment Utilization: 85% crane utilization vs. 75% industry benchmark
  • Customer Satisfaction: 94% satisfaction score in 2023 customer survey

VICE PRESIDENT – BUSINESS DEVELEOPMENT AND SPECIAL

ARISE Integrated Industrial Platform
01.2019 - 11.2020

Business Impact: Spearheaded $380M+ multi-country port development portfolio

  • Project Pipeline: Managed Nouakchott Container Terminal (€260M) and San Pedro Bulk Terminal (€120M)
  • Fleet Operations: Designed logistics framework for 550-truck fleet across 6 countries
  • Revenue Diversification: Developed new service lines generating $40M additional revenue
  • Market Expansion: Secured government agreements in 5 West African countries
  • Feasibility Studies: Completed technical and financial assessments for 8 potential terminals

Strategic Achievements:

  • Negotiated 25-year concession agreements with 95% favorable terms
  • Established regional hub strategy reducing logistics costs by 18%
  • Developed sustainability framework achieving 15% reduction in carbon footprint

PROFIT CENTER HEAD (CEO)

ARISE Port and Logistics Platform
01.2017 - 12.2018

Business Impact: Transformed underperforming port into €14M annual profit operation

  • P&L Management: €250M revenue with 350+ staff (including 40 expatriates)
  • Profitability: Achieved 5.6% profit margin vs. 2.1% industry average
  • Operational Efficiency: Increased berth utilization from 65% to 89%
  • Fleet Management: Optimized 550-truck fleet reducing operating costs by 22%
  • Contract Wins: Secured 12 new shipping line agreements worth €85M annually

Performance Metrics:

  • Throughput Growth: 2.8M tons (2018) vs. 1.9M tons (2017) - 47% increase
  • Revenue per Ton: $89 vs. $67 industry average
  • Equipment Downtime: Reduced from 18% to 8%

Staff Productivity: 125% of target across all operational KPIs

DIRECTOR/CEO - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - INDIA

ICTSI Inc
04.2013 - 12.2016

Business Impact: Led business recovery and expansion across Asia-Pacific region

  • Financial Recovery: Secured $56M license fee refund and repatriation to Manila HQ
  • Project Development: Managed $330M tender projects (Port Moresby $180M, Lae Port $150M)
  • Market Entry: Established ICTSI presence in Papua New Guinea and Maldives
  • Contract Wins: Secured first major shipping line contract worth $3M annually
  • Strategic Partnerships: Developed supplier network reducing procurement costs by 15%

Expansion Results:

  • Revenue Growth: Increased regional business by 185% over 3-year period
  • Market Share: Captured 28% of target market within 18 months

Operational Efficiency: Improved container handling by 23% through process optimization

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

DP World - India (Multiple Container Terminal
01.2011 - 04.2013

Business Impact: Led operations across 3 major Indian container terminals

  • Multi-Terminal Management: Nhava Sheva, Chennai, and Mundra terminals
  • Revenue Growth: Achieved 10% increase in ancillary services revenue
  • Cost Optimization: Reduced operational costs by 5% through workforce optimization
  • Labor Relations: Negotiated Long-Term Settlement for 400+ employees across 2 terminals
  • Process Improvement: Implemented lean management reducing turnaround time by 12%

Operational Excellence:

  • Productivity: Maintained 95%+ equipment utilization across all terminals
  • Safety: Zero major incidents across 2.5M+ container moves annually
  • Customer Retention: 92% customer satisfaction leading to contract renewals worth $45M

PLANNING & OPERATIONS MANAGER

APM Terminals
10.2005 - 12.2010

Oman -

Performance Impact: Transformed terminal productivity through automation and process optimization

  • Crane Productivity: Increased Gross Crane Rate to 30 MPH (25% improvement)
  • Berth Productivity: Achieved 75 MPH vs. 60 MPH baseline (25% improvement)
  • Damage Reduction: Decreased operational damage costs by 10% through training programs
  • Technology Implementation: Led TOS system upgrade improving operational efficiency by 18%
  • Workforce Development: Trained 120+ staff in advanced terminal operations

Malaysia -

  • Crane Performance: Increased GCR by 5% to 32 MPH
  • Berth Productivity: Improved BMP by 10% to 90 MPH
  • Cost Management: Reduced damage costs by 15% through proactive risk management
  • Process Innovation: Implemented change management increasing productivity by 20%
  • Team Leadership: Mentored large planning team achieving 95% retention rate

Education

• Chief Digital & AI Officer Programme - CDAIO - Artificial Intelligence, CTM Projects

Indian School of Business
Bangalore India
04.2001 -

• Global C-Suite Executive Program - Global Strategy, Leadership & Governance

Wharton
Wharton School, University Of Pennsylvania
04.2001 -

MBA - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Guglielmo Marconi University
Italy
04.2001 -

Skills

🔧 Technical Expertise

Cycling, Golf, Tennis, Squash and Camping

I enjoys an active and adventurous lifestyle through his diverse hobbies, cycling, golf, tennis, squash, and camping. These pursuits not only fuel his physical vitality but also sharpen his mental resilience and strategic focus. Cycling offers a meditative rhythm and endurance, while golf cultivates patience and precision. Tennis and squash bring out his competitive edge and agility, reflecting his dynamic leadership style. Camping reconnects him with nature, fostering reflection and adaptability. Together, these hobbies embody his commitment to balance, discipline, and personal growth—qualities that mirror his professional ethos and global leadership journey. They also serve as a bridge across cultures and conversations.

Timeline

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Naghi Marine Services, Saudi Arabia | King Fahd Industrial Port & Yanbu Commercial Port
11.2023 - 03.2025

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Atlantic Terminal Service Ltd - Arise Shareholding With AFC
01.2021 - 06.2023

VICE PRESIDENT – BUSINESS DEVELEOPMENT AND SPECIAL

ARISE Integrated Industrial Platform
01.2019 - 11.2020

PROFIT CENTER HEAD (CEO)

ARISE Port and Logistics Platform
01.2017 - 12.2018

DIRECTOR/CEO - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - INDIA

ICTSI Inc
04.2013 - 12.2016

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

DP World - India (Multiple Container Terminal
01.2011 - 04.2013

PLANNING & OPERATIONS MANAGER

APM Terminals
10.2005 - 12.2010

• Chief Digital & AI Officer Programme - CDAIO - Artificial Intelligence, CTM Projects

Indian School of Business
04.2001 -

• Global C-Suite Executive Program - Global Strategy, Leadership & Governance

Wharton
04.2001 -

MBA - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Guglielmo Marconi University
04.2001 -
Ajay Harlal TyagiTOP MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL Port Management | International Logistics & Supply Chain