Nithin Prakash
Kozhikode
Summary
Senior Marine Chief Engineer with more than 20 years of progressive maritime experience and 74 months of service as Chief Engineer, including LNG delivery take-over and continued sailing. Currently sailing on ADNOC LNG vessels fitted with New Type XDF propulsion systems. Extensive experience across LNG, MEGA Engines, LNG, LEG, LPG, VLGC and Oil/Chem tankers with strong technical management, safety, compliance, cost control and fleet reliability focus. Well-positioned to contribute immediately in a shore-based Technical Superintendent role.
Seasoned Chief Engineer driven to improve Shore Experience by applying advanced knowledge of operations, project management skills, and team leadership abilities. Pursuing new professional challenges and career advancement.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Engineer
ADNOC LNG FLEET
04.2025 - Current
- Sailing as Chief Engineer onboard ADNOC LNG vessels following delivery take-over
- Direct involvement in vessel delivery, commissioning, gas trials and acceptance activities
- Responsible for safe, efficient and compliant operation of New Type XDF & MEGA LNG engines
- Overall responsibility for propulsion plant, power generation, cargo-related machinery and auxiliaries
- Monitoring PMS execution, defect rectification, condition monitoring and performance trends
- Coordinating with ADNOC Technical Office, OEMs, class and service providers
- Ensuring compliance with ADNOC technical standards, ISM, ISPS, MARPOL and statutory regulations
- Implementing cost-effective maintenance strategies to improve reliability and availability
- Leading engine department personnel and maintaining high safety culture onboard
Chief Engineer
Dynagas / Evergas / Synergy
12.2013 - 03.2025
- Accumulated 74 months total experience as Chief Engineer (sailing and yard attendance)
- Operated LNG and MEGA LNG carriers fitted with XDF propulsion and reliquefaction systems
- Extensive hands-on experience with sub-cooling plants and dual fuel power generation
- Senior onboard technical authority supporting shore technical management teams
- Planned and executed dry-dockings, repairs, upgrades and major overhauls
- Prepared repair specifications, budgets, schedules and technical reports
- Controlled maintenance budgets, spare parts strategy and service contracts
- Oversaw PMS compliance, breakdown analysis and corrective / preventive actions
- Liaised with owners, managers, superintendents, class, flag and vendors
- Successfully completed ISM, ISPS, IOPP, IAPP, ISO and Class surveys
- Conducted incident investigations and implemented fleet-wide corrective actions
- Mentored senior engineers, cadets and engine room personnel
Additional Chief Engineer
Qatar Shipping Company
10.2011 - 07.2013
- Understudied Chief Engineer role on Oil & Chemical Tankers
- Key contributor to dry-dock planning and execution
- Assisted with surveys, inspections and major overhauls
Second Engineer
Qatar Shipping Company
03.2009 - 08.2011
- Managed daily engine room operations and maintenance
- PMS planning with detailed Risk Assessments and SJAs
- Active involvement in statutory and class surveys
- Dry-dock preparation and execution support
Third Engineer
Qatar Shipping
01.2007 - 01.2009
- LPG, Crude, Product & Chemical Tankers
Fourth Engineer
Qatar Shipping
01.2004 - 01.2006
- OBO, Crude, Chemical & LPG Vessels
Education
Chief Engineer Class 1 -
UK MCA
01.2026
Second Engineer Class 2 -
UK MCA
Third Engineer Class 3 - undefined
UK MCA
HND Marine Engineering - undefined
United Kingdom
Skills
- Technical Superintendent & Fleet Support Functions
- LNG Carrier Operations (New Type XDF Engines)
- Delivery Take-over, Commissioning, Gas Trials & Acceptance
- Vessel Management with Optimized Operational Efficiency & Cost Control
- Planned Maintenance System (PMS) Oversight & Optimization
- OPEX / CAPEX Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control
- Dry Dock Planning, Supervision & Execution
- Reliquefaction & Sub-Cooling Plant Operations
- Dual Fuel Propulsion & Power Generation Systems
- ISM, ISPS, MARPOL, IOPP, IAPP, ISO 14001 Compliance
- Class, Flag State & Vetting (SIRE / CDI) Readiness
- Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis & Risk Management
- Vendor, OEM & Shipyard Management
- Crew Leadership, Training & Performance Evaluation
- Troubleshooting
- Project management
- Maintenance programs
- Budget creation
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Timeline
Chief Engineer
ADNOC LNG FLEET
04.2025 - Current
Chief Engineer
Dynagas / Evergas / Synergy
12.2013 - 03.2025
Additional Chief Engineer
Qatar Shipping Company
10.2011 - 07.2013
Second Engineer
Qatar Shipping Company
03.2009 - 08.2011
Third Engineer
Qatar Shipping
01.2007 - 01.2009
Fourth Engineer
Qatar Shipping
01.2004 - 01.2006
Third Engineer Class 3 - undefined
UK MCA
HND Marine Engineering - undefined
United Kingdom
Chief Engineer Class 1 -
UK MCA
Second Engineer Class 2 -
UK MCA
DRY DOCKING, PROJECT & DELIVERY EXPERIENCE
- Multiple dry-dockings on LNG, LPG, LEG and Oil/Chem Tankers
- Preparation of repair lists, technical specifications and budgets
- Supervision of hull, machinery, cargo system and automation works
- Shipyard, contractor and OEM coordination with strong HSE focus
- Cost monitoring, variation control and final acceptance
- Delivery take-over, commissioning and post-delivery sailing
SHIP & SYSTEM EXPERIENCE
- LNG & MEGA LNG Carriers – New Type XDF Engines
- LPG / LEG / VLGC / Oil & Chemical Tankers
- Dual Fuel Main Engines & Power Generation Plants
- Reliquefaction & Sub-Cooling Plants
- Cargo Handling & Gas Burning Systems
- High Voltage Electrical Systems
- Automation & Control Systems
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (MCA)
- High Voltage Training – Management Level
- Wärtsilä W20DF / W50DF Advanced Operations
- Kongsberg K-Chief 700 LNG Systems
- Marine Incident Investigation – DNV
- Risk Assessment & Risk Management
- Environmental Management System – ISO 14001