JESAL THAKKAR

• EMSS DMCC started as broker shop focusing on steels/project out of AG/WCI/WCI.
• I joined the company during initial stages of formation of company in Dec 2021.
• Down the years, i have had successful fixtures for steel and project cargoes loading of AG/WCI to MED/USG/CONTINENT.
• Working and providing best solutions to some of the biggest steel mills in middle east and India region.
• Skilled in reading/understanding charterer parties with owners/operators and shippers and advising them best solutions beneficial to each party involved.
• Cargoes fixed with some of the top steel/liner parceling owners/operators.
• As an ex-chief mate from Handy-supra size, i can guide my owners/shippers on stowage/safety of vessel/cargo during negotiations.
• Advising owners and assisting them to find right tonnage for steels parceling business.
• Atlast, in March 2024, we managed to sign COA for steel pipes abt 300,000 FRT Ex UAE to Egypt. I have currently operated 5 ships together with my team for this COA.

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• Enhanced vessel safety by implementing rigorous inspection and maintenance protocols.
• In charge of cargo calculation/loading/stowage/discharging/care of cargo during voyage.
• Maintained strict compliance with national and international maritime regulations.
• Conducted training programs for junior officers to develop their skills in navigation, ship handling, and emergency response procedures.

• Incharge of voyage planning and execution.
• Maintaining navigation equipments up to international standards and regulations.
• Streamlined communication between bridge team members for improved decision-making during critical operations.
• Conducted regular Navigation emergency drills to enhance crew preparedness for emergency situations.

• Incharge of maintenance of life saving and fire fighting equipments.
• Participated in mooring operations, efficiently securing the vessel at port while prioritizing crew safety at all times.
• Assisted in ballast water management procedures, maintaining stability and reducing environmental impact during cargo transfers.
• Contributed to overall vessel efficiency by actively participating in ongoing training programs, continuously expanding professional knowledge and skills as a Third Mate.