Welcome to the UAE Branch of
The Nautical Institute

Capt. Zarir Irani

Chairman

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a happy life by what we give. 'Time' is the most precious commodity we have; I choose to give "my time" towards betterment of our seafaring community - it gives me most satisfaction and fulfillment in doing so."

Capt. Anuj Chopra

Vice Chairman

"Always striving to improve the safety and welfare for my fellow seafarers while caring for the marine environment and our global village"

Capt. Harihar Prasad

Past Chairman

"I owe all that I have today to the shipping industry. Hence the desire to give back as much as I can through interaction, motivation and fellowship."

Capt. Vikas Kapur

Honorary Secretary

"A strong sense of responsibility, passion for the maritime industry and the opportunity to make a difference in the community is what drives me to give back to the community."

Capt. V. Seva

Deputy Secretary

"There is no better way to give back, than through The Nautical Institutes' tradition, principles, and dedication as part of a Worldwide Nautical Society."

Capt. Rajiv Sehgal

Treasurer

"My purpose is to give back to community is for personal fulfillment, a bit of recognition, and the desire to achieve professional excellence."

Rashid Isa Rishi Al Heddi

"To work towards supporting the Seafaring community in my own way, to repay somehow, all that they have given me."

Capt. Gobind Kukreja

In-charge of Company Affairs

"As a member of the Nautical Institute Committee, I would like to enhance the institute's presence within the Maritime Community in the UAE and beyond to allow sharing of ideas and opportunities."

Capt. Farhad Nanavaty

Lead for Not-For-Profit (NFP)

"Being passionate about the shipping Industry, I would contribute by promoting Safety in line with care for our seafaring colleagues, share best practices and support digitalization, technology and modernization."

Chris Peters

Lead for Events Coordination

"I wish to give back to the maritime and seafaring committee through Nautical institute because as a non-seafarer, however a C-level person in the industry for over 30-years I appreciate the work undertaken by the community."

Capt. Rohit Malhotra

Deputy Treasurer

"I believe in the power of kindness, compassion and service! My goal is to inspire others in making a difference and contribute positively towards the maritime community."

Cameron Livingstone

Lead for Legal and Compliance

"Dedicated legal expert with experience in corporate and maritime law. Supports contract management, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation across the organization."

June Manoharan

Lead of Business & Banking

"Our industry relies on the activities and efforts of the Seafarers. Their interests, happiness and well-being are of utmost importance and should always be in our best interests.
As part of the Nautical Institute, I hope to create more awareness, support them, and give back to our Seafarers just as they support and give to the entire Maritime Industry."

Capt. Vikram Lal Mathur

Lead for Seafarer Welfare

"Wish to share my years of experience with the community to help the next gen prepare for the future."

Capt. Porus Dalal

Lead of Sports Events

"As we grow, we realize we have 2 hands. One for ourselves and the other for others. It's time we share the expertise and experience to give back to the Maritime community."