‘Working together’ is a crucial pillar of our Encompass sustainability strategy. We are working to advance the industry through responsible leadership and meaningful action.
Fleet Management employees around the world have been participating in cross-industry forums, high-level discussions on maritime regulation, championing sustainability in schools and leading community clean-up drives.
Here is a look at how we have been engaging with the wider maritime sector and local communities.

Representing Fleet at INTERCARGO’s Industry Forum
Capt. Ranvijay Singh Rana, Director, Dry Cargo Operations, represented Fleet at INTERCARGO’s semi-annual meeting in Guangzhou. Discussions focused on decarbonisation, regulatory change, vetting, and operational excellence. Prior to this, INTERCARGO leaders visited Fleet's Hong Kong HQ. As one of INTERCARGO’s largest members, we remain committed to industry leadership and collaboration.
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Advancing Safety in STS (ship-to-ship) Transfer Operations
Ajit Natu, Director, Technical Operations, joined an expert panel in Athens for the upcoming second edition of the STS Transfer Guide. Key updates include clarified procedures, superintendent roles, and harmonised checklists. Fleet proudly contributed to the 18-month effort to enhance clarity, safety, and consistency in global STS operations.

Representing Fleet at INTERCARGO’s Industry Forum
Capt. Ranvijay Singh Rana, Director, Dry Cargo Operations, represented Fleet at INTERCARGO’s semi-annual meeting in Guangzhou. Discussions focused on decarbonisation, regulatory change, vetting, and operational excellence. Prior to this, INTERCARGO leaders visited Fleet's Hong Kong HQ. As one of INTERCARGO’s largest members, we remain committed to industry leadership and collaboration.
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Advancing Safety in STS (ship-to-ship) Transfer Operations
Ajit Natu, Director, Technical Operations, joined an expert panel in Athens for the upcoming second edition of the STS Transfer Guide. Key updates include clarified procedures, superintendent roles, and harmonised checklists. Fleet proudly contributed to the 18-month effort to enhance clarity, safety, and consistency in global STS operations.

Championing Seafarers at IMO Event
Shilpa Bali, Manager, Training, represented Fleet at India’s Day of the Seafarer celebration. Speaking on the IMO’s theme, she championed seafarers as ocean custodians and sustainability advocates. She also backed the “My Harassment-Free Ship” campaign, calling for inclusive, respectful working environments. Her advocacy reflects our strong commitment to seafarer wellbeing.
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Advancing Safety in STS (ship-to-ship) Transfer Operations
Ajit Natu, Director, Technical Operations, joined an expert panel in Athens for the upcoming second edition of the STS Transfer Guide. Key updates include clarified procedures, superintendent roles, and harmonised checklists. Fleet proudly contributed to the 18-month effort to enhance clarity, safety, and consistency in global STS operations.

Championing Seafarers at IMO Event
Shilpa Bali, Manager, Training, represented Fleet at India’s Day of the Seafarer celebration. Speaking on the IMO’s theme, she championed seafarers as ocean custodians and sustainability advocates. She also backed the “My Harassment-Free Ship” campaign, calling for inclusive, respectful working environments. Her advocacy reflects our strong commitment to seafarer wellbeing.
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Recognising Excellence in New Building Supervision
Capt. Rajalingam Subramaniam, CEO, presented the ‘CEO Award Certificate’ to 15 Site Managers who completed the 2025 Training Programme. Capt. Raja delivered a speech congratulating the recipients and officially closed the event, celebrating their dedication and professionalism in maintaining excellence throughout new ship construction.

Championing Seafarers at IMO Event
Shilpa Bali, Manager, Training, represented Fleet at India’s Day of the Seafarer celebration. Speaking on the IMO’s theme, she championed seafarers as ocean custodians and sustainability advocates. She also backed the “My Harassment-Free Ship” campaign, calling for inclusive, respectful working environments. Her advocacy reflects our strong commitment to seafarer wellbeing.
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Recognising Excellence in New Building Supervision
Capt. Rajalingam Subramaniam, CEO, presented the ‘CEO Award Certificate’ to 15 Site Managers who completed the 2025 Training Programme. Capt. Raja delivered a speech congratulating the recipients and officially closed the event, celebrating their dedication and professionalism in maintaining excellence throughout new ship construction.

Supporting Climate Education in Cyprus
Yiannis Maroulis, General Manager, Business Development, Cyprus, attended the Net Zero 4 Youth awards in Paphos, presenting the top prize to a leading educator. The event honoured environmental leadership in schools. Fleet is proud to support initiatives that empower the next generation to take impactful climate action.
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Recognising Excellence in New Building Supervision
Capt. Rajalingam Subramaniam, CEO, presented the ‘CEO Award Certificate’ to 15 Site Managers who completed the 2025 Training Programme. Capt. Raja delivered a speech congratulating the recipients and officially closed the event, celebrating their dedication and professionalism in maintaining excellence throughout new ship construction.

Supporting Climate Education in Cyprus
Yiannis Maroulis, General Manager, Business Development, Cyprus, attended the Net Zero 4 Youth awards in Paphos, presenting the top prize to a leading educator. The event honoured environmental leadership in schools. Fleet is proud to support initiatives that empower the next generation to take impactful climate action.

Supporting Climate Education in Cyprus
Yiannis Maroulis, General Manager, Business Development, Cyprus, attended the Net Zero 4 Youth awards in Paphos, presenting the top prize to a leading educator. The event honoured environmental leadership in schools. Fleet is proud to support initiatives that empower the next generation to take impactful climate action.

Representing Fleet at INTERCARGO’s Industry Forum
Capt. Ranvijay Singh Rana, Director, Dry Cargo Operations, represented Fleet at INTERCARGO’s semi-annual meeting in Guangzhou. Discussions focused on decarbonisation, regulatory change, vetting, and operational excellence. Prior to this, INTERCARGO leaders visited Fleet's Hong Kong HQ. As one of INTERCARGO’s largest members, we remain committed to industry leadership and collaboration.

The Nautical Institute: Fleet's Strategies for Maintaining High Performance
At the Nautical Institute's “Performance Management in Shipping” event, Jagjit Singh, Director, Oil Tankers, spoke on how evolving vessel complexity, new fuels and digitalisation are reshaping performance standards. He highlighted Fleet’s focus on training, safety and technical readiness as key to sustaining high performance in a rapidly changing operating environment.
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Advancing Innovation: The Captains Table
Fleet Management flexed its support for maritime innovation as a Silver Sponsor of The Captain’s Table. The Captain's Table is a global pitch competition designed for innovators and entrepreneurs seeking to connect with the shipping industry and scale their businesses globally. This year’s finalists showcased decarbonisation and digital solutions, aligning with our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and nurturing talent for a greener, more resilient future.
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WISTA Hong Kong SAR: Championing Inclusive Maritime Growth
The Caravel Group proudly supported WISTA Hong Kong SAR’s annual Maritime Week luncheon as a Gold Sponsor. Capt Soma Nair, Executive Director, and colleagues from various departments championed diversity and sustainability during discussions on “How Can Asia Pacific Champion Inclusive Maritime Growth?”, Cassandra Simpson, General Manager, Corporate Communications and Vice President of WISTA Hong Kong SAR, introduced keynote speaker Ms. Sabrina Chao BBS, JP, who led the discussion.

World Maritime Merchants Forum Gala Dinner
Dr Harry Banga, Chairman, had the pleasure of hosting H.E. Ms Koula Sophianou, Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to the People’s Republic of China, at the WMMF Gala Dinner. The Caravel Group supported the evening as the wine sponsor. Joining Dr Banga were Angad Banga and senior leaders from Fleet Management, alongside industry peers, reinforcing our commitment to collaboration and maritime excellence.
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Advancing Green Progress: Angad Banga on Decarbonisation
In an interview with Future Fuels, Angad Banga stressed the need for coordinated investment and timely action to accelerate maritime decarbonisation. He highlighted Hong Kong’s role in advancing alternative fuels such as ammonia, methanol, hydrogen, biofuels and LNG, noting that the city is well placed to scale practical solutions and drive the industry’s transition towards a net-zero future.
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