Sudhanshu Kumar

Skilled maritime professional with strong background in navigation, safety protocols, and vessel operations. Demonstrates keen ability to collaborate effectively with crew members, ensuring smooth and efficient voyages. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic maritime environments. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with focus on achieving operational excellence and safety standards.

• Under Third Officer – LNG Carrier

  Participated in the yard delivery of a new LNG carrier, assisting in pre-delivery inspections, safety equipment checks, and navigation readiness.

• Under Second Officer – LNG Carrier

  Successfully managed responsibilities during the yard delivery of an LNG carrier, ensuring compliance with navigation, safety, and documentation requirements for smooth vessel handover.

• Certificate of Competency: Second Mate (FG) – IF 42352, issued Mumbai, valid until 2029-08-15.
• Endorsements: GMDSS valid until 2029-08-15, DC Gas Operational valid until 2026-04-06.

• Second Mate (FG) Competency Course – MTI, Mumbai (2019-02-18 – 2019-06-14)
• Chief Mate (FG) Phase I – Institute of Marine Education and Research, Patna (2021-12-15 – 2022-03-14)
• Chief Mate (FG) Phase II – Institute of Marine Education and Research, Patna (2024-04-15 – 2024-07-14)

• Completed Diploma in Nautical Science (2015-2016) at MTI, Mumbai.
• Completed all mandatory STCW Modular Courses including EFA, PSSR, FPFF, PST, Tanker Familiarization (Oil/Chemical/Gas), PSCRB, Medical First Aid, GMDSS (GOC), Radar/ARPA/ECDIS, AFF, SSO, and refresher trainings.

• INDOS No: 15NL2254
• Passport: Z3516280 (Valid till 2030-09-17)
• CDC: MUM 265908 (Valid till 2026-10-03)
• SID: M31154121 (Valid till 2029-10-31)

• Successfully participated in yard delivery of 2 LNG carriers (1 as Third Officer, 1 as Second Officer).
• Extensive experience in international LNG trade routes, with sign-on/sign-off at major ports across Asia, Middle East, and Europe.
• Skilled in navigational planning, ECDIS, GMDSS operations, and cargo handling procedures for LNG carriers.
• Holder of valid STCW certificates and continuous training for advanced LNG operations.
• Familiar with pre-delivery inspections, ISM/ISPS audits, and vessel documentation compliance.
• Adaptable to multicultural crew environments; effective communication in English.