- Mohsin M. Siddiqui is an experienced LNG consultant providing technical and commercial consulting services.
- He has over 20 years of experience in the LNG industry working on projects involving feasibility studies, terminal design, procurement, and operations.
- Currently he is providing consulting services to the government of Pakistan for their first FSRU-based LNG import terminal project.
Introduction to Floating Storage & Regasification Unit (FSRU)petroEDGE
Over the next 2 or 3 decades it is predicted that gas usage will grow at a much faster rate than oil and become the dominant energy source. Up to some 40% of gas comes from Offshore Fields. The transport of gas in the form of LNG is growing very fast – particularly for longer distance export routes. New offshore opportunities for gas production are being developed with the new technologies of Floating LNG (FLNG).
Inshore or Offshore FSRU’s provide safe, strategic and good location for the receiving terminals for LNG and provide the conversion of the methane from the liquid phase back to the gaseous phase to direct consumer usage.
This 2 day training course covers Gas and LNG activities – their Supply Chain from Onshore and Offshore Gas Fields to Market, with FSRU’s providing the last step by converting the LNG back to usable methane gas for local supply and use. Case Studies and videos will be used to illustrate lessons learned from past successful projects. A DVD of the powerpoint presentation and numerous Industry videos will be distributed with the lecture materials.
This program is a valuable, detailed insight into FSRU
technology and markets. It will benefit:
• National Utility Operators and Power Generation
Providers
• Oil & Gas Engineers
• Naval Architects, Design Engineers, Shipbuilders &
Shipyard Managers
• EPCs
• LNG Terminal & Vessel Operators
• LNG Technology and Equipment Providers
RINA@WORK is the newsletter from RINA GROUP.
This issue is a specific focus on the lastest activities of RINA GROUP in the Oil & Gas and Power Generation fields.
PD221 Charterparty Management For Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Tankers petroEDGE
Despite falling oil prices, the demand for LPG is growing at a much faster pace both in under developed and developed markets in Asia. There has been a steady increase in the number of LPG tankers as compared to LNG in the Middle East to Asian routes. There is now an important focus on the use of LPG vessels specific Charter Party Agreements to avoid the ambiguity of dormant clauses by adopting commonly used Charter Party Forms for petroleum tankers.
Introduction to Floating Storage & Regasification Unit (FSRU)petroEDGE
Over the next 2 or 3 decades it is predicted that gas usage will grow at a much faster rate than oil and become the dominant energy source. Up to some 40% of gas comes from Offshore Fields. The transport of gas in the form of LNG is growing very fast – particularly for longer distance export routes. New offshore opportunities for gas production are being developed with the new technologies of Floating LNG (FLNG).
Inshore or Offshore FSRU’s provide safe, strategic and good location for the receiving terminals for LNG and provide the conversion of the methane from the liquid phase back to the gaseous phase to direct consumer usage.
This 2 day training course covers Gas and LNG activities – their Supply Chain from Onshore and Offshore Gas Fields to Market, with FSRU’s providing the last step by converting the LNG back to usable methane gas for local supply and use. Case Studies and videos will be used to illustrate lessons learned from past successful projects. A DVD of the powerpoint presentation and numerous Industry videos will be distributed with the lecture materials.
This program is a valuable, detailed insight into FSRU
technology and markets. It will benefit:
• National Utility Operators and Power Generation
Providers
• Oil & Gas Engineers
• Naval Architects, Design Engineers, Shipbuilders &
Shipyard Managers
• EPCs
• LNG Terminal & Vessel Operators
• LNG Technology and Equipment Providers
RINA@WORK is the newsletter from RINA GROUP.
This issue is a specific focus on the lastest activities of RINA GROUP in the Oil & Gas and Power Generation fields.
PD221 Charterparty Management For Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Tankers petroEDGE
Despite falling oil prices, the demand for LPG is growing at a much faster pace both in under developed and developed markets in Asia. There has been a steady increase in the number of LPG tankers as compared to LNG in the Middle East to Asian routes. There is now an important focus on the use of LPG vessels specific Charter Party Agreements to avoid the ambiguity of dormant clauses by adopting commonly used Charter Party Forms for petroleum tankers.
Preparing Trinidad and Tobago for Deepwater DevelopmentsDylan Roberts
An overview of the opportunities in the CARICOM region that is becoming an evolving basin. Discusses what options are there, timing and delivery, and how to prepare.
Challenges to Deepwater West Africa DevelopmentsDylan Roberts
@Richard Luff shares an overview on whats happening offshore West Africa – discusses common challenges and potential solutions operators can implement to avoid pitfalls. Hint, local content is key.
Course Objectives
This course is developed to meet the needs of the hour of the LPG industry fraternity, encompassing the following underlying objectives:
Enhance the interpretation and applicability of clauses in a Charter party in context of the available commercial proposition, market forces and economics of demand and supply;
Evaluate types of Charter party Forms for Voyage and Time Charter and comprehend the key features of each Form in context of use for LPG;
Interpret terms and conditions of a Charter party in context of international maritime conventions, competition and economic factors;
Evaluate current and future trends in LPG transportation and the influence of regulatory regimes and strategies of Oil & Gas Majors, Spot Traders and Storage Terminals;
Recognize the avenues of collaboration, contentions, conflicts and manage disputes to avoid losses;
Manage operations towards ensuring delivery of performance obligations under the Charter party; and
Create a Charter party Management System (CMS) in the company to ensure profitability for each voyage and term.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course and hands-on workshops based on real life cases, you would have enhanced their knowledge base and be able to:
Restructure the Charter party agreements with alternative clauses to avoid pitfalls and surprises during execution;
Evaluate impact of uncertainties and identify undefined parameters with cost considerations;
Appraise potential risks in Bill of Ladings and develop risk mitigation strategies;
Enhanced consciousness about the rider clauses and commercial impact of each such addition;
Ability to deal with breakdowns, contaminations and delays in an appropriate and timely manner, with an objective of avoiding loss of time and deviations, from the desired monetary projections;
Recognize the appropriate Standard Form to be used for each type of assignment; and
Manage contentious situations through alternative dispute resolution channels and litigation effectively.
Evaluating logistical challenges of offshore module transportationMerrylyn Yeo
The logistical challenges of offshore module transportation are indeed significant, to say the least. Find out how to deal with these challenges – from planning during module design stage all the way to engineering and risk management.
Preparing Trinidad and Tobago for Deepwater DevelopmentsDylan Roberts
An overview of the opportunities in the CARICOM region that is becoming an evolving basin. Discusses what options are there, timing and delivery, and how to prepare.
Challenges to Deepwater West Africa DevelopmentsDylan Roberts
@Richard Luff shares an overview on whats happening offshore West Africa – discusses common challenges and potential solutions operators can implement to avoid pitfalls. Hint, local content is key.
Course Objectives
This course is developed to meet the needs of the hour of the LPG industry fraternity, encompassing the following underlying objectives:
Enhance the interpretation and applicability of clauses in a Charter party in context of the available commercial proposition, market forces and economics of demand and supply;
Evaluate types of Charter party Forms for Voyage and Time Charter and comprehend the key features of each Form in context of use for LPG;
Interpret terms and conditions of a Charter party in context of international maritime conventions, competition and economic factors;
Evaluate current and future trends in LPG transportation and the influence of regulatory regimes and strategies of Oil & Gas Majors, Spot Traders and Storage Terminals;
Recognize the avenues of collaboration, contentions, conflicts and manage disputes to avoid losses;
Manage operations towards ensuring delivery of performance obligations under the Charter party; and
Create a Charter party Management System (CMS) in the company to ensure profitability for each voyage and term.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course and hands-on workshops based on real life cases, you would have enhanced their knowledge base and be able to:
Restructure the Charter party agreements with alternative clauses to avoid pitfalls and surprises during execution;
Evaluate impact of uncertainties and identify undefined parameters with cost considerations;
Appraise potential risks in Bill of Ladings and develop risk mitigation strategies;
Enhanced consciousness about the rider clauses and commercial impact of each such addition;
Ability to deal with breakdowns, contaminations and delays in an appropriate and timely manner, with an objective of avoiding loss of time and deviations, from the desired monetary projections;
Recognize the appropriate Standard Form to be used for each type of assignment; and
Manage contentious situations through alternative dispute resolution channels and litigation effectively.
Evaluating logistical challenges of offshore module transportationMerrylyn Yeo
The logistical challenges of offshore module transportation are indeed significant, to say the least. Find out how to deal with these challenges – from planning during module design stage all the way to engineering and risk management.
This study was commissioned by MARAD (US government) and conducted by DNV GL.
The study looks at the LNG bunkering of ships in US, so that LNG use as fuel for ships can be developed further.
The report was released to the public by MARAD in September 2014 and hence you can find it here.
DNV GL been one of th eleading class societies, offers a specification review for any owne who is interested to build a vessel. Our strong competence on tankers and containers makes us a unique partner, who can enhance the knowledge of the owners intrested to built such ships.
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MOHSIN M. SIDDIQUI
19114 Littonwood Court
Houston, Texas, USA 77094
Tel: (USA) +1713 478 1338
Fax: +1 713 893 6135
Email: mohsin.siddiqui@granadaservices.com
CURRICULUM VITAE
Experienced LNG Consultant with solid engineering background and experience in LNG Terminals and Business Development,
Operations and Consulting. Currently providing the Technical and Commercial Consulting to the Government of Pakistan on
behalf of USAID for the development, commissioning and Quality Assurance of the first LNG Terminal in Pakistan. Copy of
Terms of Reference outliningdetails of my services andcontributionto this development can be provided uponrequest.
Expertise includes preparation of bankable feasibility studies, negotiations of LNG Terminal Service Agreement, LNG Ship
Chartering & Operations, Short and Long Term LNG Sales and Purchase Agreements and Gas Off-take Agreements. Experience
includes planning and supervision of detailed design of LNG Terminals, EPC Contract Implementation and Project Management,
Quality Assurance, Commissioning and Operationsof the Terminal.
Pioneered the concept, technology and use of FSRU for LNG imports in 1984 and was responsible for introducingthis concept in
the United States in the year 2000 that resulted in the development of Energy Bridge and GulfPort for LNG imports offshore
Louisiana and Massachusetts. Was also part of the team responsible for design and development of the first LNG FPSO that was
pioneered bythe Monaco-basedSBM OFFSHORE N.V.
Currently, at the forefront of developments in the United States related to downstream distribution and use of LNG in the Marine
vessels, Railways, Trucking and E & P Equipment. Possess extensive engineering and commercial experience and knowledge in
marine transportation of LNG, LPG, Crude Oil and Oil Products through barges, VLCCs, Product & Chemical Tankers and road
tankers - having provided management, engineering, quality assurance and consulting services to major clients and
employers like USAID, the Kuwait Oil Tanker Co. – Kuwait, Coastal Corporation – Houston, El Paso Corporation Houston,
Conoco Phillips, SBM Offshore – Monaco and lately to BG Group – Houston who are one of the most reputable LNG spot
market traders, LNG vessels and terminals owners/operators.
Expertise:
Feasibilitystudies of LNG Import TerminalProjects coveringmarket studies, concept designof terminals – floating and
shore-based. Evaluationof :channel,terminal andanchoragelocationstudies,traffic handling plansof the ports, QRAs and
SafetyAudits of LNG terminals and vessel designs. Coordination andevaluationof: EIS, Current and Wind,
Navigational/Berthing & Un-berthing, siltation and dredgingstudies.
Tugsrequirements andsafetymitigations,costingandfinancial modelingto determinetariff fortolling and port dues etc.,
planning and controllingcapital andoperational budgets.
Compatibility studies between ship and terminals to ensure smooth transfer of cargoes from various vessels to particular LNG
terminals and FSRUs. These studies are essential for spot purchases andoffloading of spot cargoes loaded onboard on random
vessels since under convention LNG supply chains, the ships and terminals were specifically designed for total
compatibility.
Preparation, evaluation andimplementationof RFPs, EPCcontracts, LNG S &P contracts, Terminal Service Agreements,
Gas Off-takecontracts, materials andservices purchase/supplytenders incompliance withInternational andlocal codes,
regulations and industry best practices.
Planning, buildingcontracts, planapprovals, supervisionandmonitoringofconstruction, acceptancetrials,commissioning,
operations, maintenance andqualityassuranceof LNG Carriersand FSRUsincludingconversionof LNG carriersinto LNG
FSRUs andFSUs.
VettingofLNG Carriersoperations andmanagement, SMSand ISPSsystems andmanuals, QualityManagementof LNG
Terminals,FSRUs andLNG materials,equipment, plant andinfrastructureincludingTMSA, qualityandsafetyaudits of vessel
owners andLNGterminals as per the guidelinesof SIGTTO andOCIMF.
Quality Assuranceof LNGcarriers,FSRUs andTerminals duringconstruction, commissioning andoperationtoensure
compliance with International andlocal Codes andRegulations as well as Class SocietyRules governinginstallation,
commissioningandoperationofLNGcarriers,floatingandshore-basedLNG Terminals,infrastructuresandmarinesupport
equipments required for midstream and downstreamlogistics of LNG- liketugs, barges andsupply vessels.
ShiptoShipOffloadingandRe-gasificationofLNGonboardFSRUs andFSUs.Re-gasificationofLNGthroughmultiple
methods andspecializinginthe use of Ambient Air Vaporizers andCold TurbinePower Generationthat protectsthe
environment by avoidingburningof gasfuelorcoolingsea watercarriedoutinconventionalre-gasificationof LNG -in
additionto savingalmost US$150,000 percargo offloading andre-gasificationinthecostof gas fuel.
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Preparation,implementationandsupervisionoftraining programsfor Tugmasters, pilotsandstaffforsafelyhandlingthe LNG
carriers, FSRUs berthing andterminal operations & safety management.
LNG Bunkering of ships, Tug Boats, inland and offshore supply boats.
Installation, maintenance and operation of gas engines and turbines for electric power and propulsion
Installationofequipment andkitsforenablingthe useofCNG/LNG fuelsontractortrucks, generatorengines,locomotivesand
marine propulsion as well as generator engines.
Fleet Engineering and Operations Management of Oil and Gas Tankers including chartering and budgeting.
LNG SpecificExperience:
o Currently providing Consulting Services to the Government of Pakistansince October, 2014 for implementationof the
Country’s first FSRU basedLNG Terminal Project. Client agencies include the Ministryof Petroleum, Port Qasim
Authority, Sui Southern Gas Company and Pakistan State Oil. Assisted withthe spot andlong term purchase of LNG
from international markets besides providing Quality Assurance services for Terminal project according to the detailed
Terms of Reference agreed with USAID.
o LNG market studies:
LNG trade patterns including regional LNG pricing formulae
LNG imports and options for asuccessful LNG import program in various international locations
FasttrackLNGimports viaexistingLPG terminals usingLNGcarriers withon-boardre-gasificationandLNGimports
usingfacilities of neighboringcountries
LNG purchases:Negotiationof LNGtermcontractsandpurchasesfromthespotmarketincludingoptions andeconomicsof
FOB vs DES purchase and LNG shipping andcharteringterms
o LNG terminals: Project Planning and Implementation including design, regulatory approvals, EPC contract management,
estimation, budgeting and cost control, chartering of vessels and other activities for project implementation and successful
commissioningof the projects.
o Competitive BiddingProcess:Preparationof Invitationto Bid(ITB) documents, bidevaluations,contract negotiations andaward,
follow-up,etc.
o Regulatory function: Rules, tariffs and options to enhance regulatoryfunctionof the LNG supplychain.
o Legal expertise: LNG policy, rules, downstreamsupplychain, LNGsale/purchase agreement andotherstatutoryinstruments.
o Financial: Financing issues and options for implementation of the LNG import project including structuring of public/private
partnerships. Road shows for private sector investments and sourcing financing from multilateral financial institutions like
OPIC; IFC; and ADB etc. Financial Modeling andProposals
o Operational Support: Downstream pricingoptions, supplyprogramming andoperationalissues for actualimports, volume/quality
issues, loss control and demurrage etc. Matters relatedto:
Investigationsof latent defects inthe hull and machineryof oil and gasships, tugs andbarges;investigationsof
accidents and establishing causes as well as liabilities
Damage repairs and processing hull and machinery insurance claims
Handlingandinvestigationsof pollutionincidents and assistingowner’s lawyers withexpert adviceoncauses and
establishment of responsibilities and liabilities
Investigation of cargo losses and contaminations including P & I matters handling on behalf of owners
Handling matters related to new building contracts involving shipyards and Classification societies
Investigations of operational andengineering matters and failures includingcompliance with Class regulations and
Flag State as well as international codes
Pre-purchase inspection and technical assessments of ships & FSRUs; vetting and quality control of ships; dispute
resolutions related to sale and purchase of vessels; new building contracts and guarantee claims resolutions
Modifications, repairs and dry docking of all types and sizes of oil and gas ships; feasibility studies and
financial
modelling for ship financing and acquisition
Design and development of LNG terminals and Very Large Gas Carriers (QMax & QFlex).
o Training: Development andtrainingof personnelcoveringall aspectsoftheLNGsupply-chainandoperationsofFSRUs/FSUs.
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Highlights of Experience and Performance:
Provided Quality Assurance and Commercial Support for the first LNG Terminal Project in Pakistan that was completed
during a record time period of 360 days and commissioned satisfactorily. Provided technical support to Port Qasim
Authority with the compliance with all international standards and codes related to Port and Channel issues dealing with
LNG vessels navigatingin the channel for LNG cargo deliveries.
Introduced concept of shipboard gasification of LNG in United States. Key member of team responsible for developing El
Paso’s LNG business strategy. System was patented by El Paso under the name of “Energy Bridge.” The business was later
divested to Excelerate Energy.
Member of El Paso Corporation’s business development team responsible for acquisition of marine fuel terminals and
establishment of business for offshore supply of bunkers in strategic global areas including Caribbean, Persian Gulf, South
America andthe Mediterranean.
Managed the Group in El Paso Corporation responsible for administration of chartered vessels, loss control, performance
monitoring, agencyalliance management, resolutionof operational and demurrage issues, customerservice, emergencyresponse,
and pollutioncontrol for all ships, tugs and barges under El Paso’s ownership and charter.
New business development based on LNG FSRU and LNG FPSO. Worked directly with Chief Operating Officer of SBM with
weekly updates to CEO. Formulationof LNG business strategy, development of business model, andrecruitment of management
team for SBM.
Originated, planned and partially executedthe first LNG terminal andimport project inPakistanthrough structuring aJV between
SBM Offshore NV, Monaco, Dana Gas, Sharjah and Pakistan Army Welfare Trust. Held the position of Vice President, Gas
Business Development withSBM Offshore, NV - as a partof the Consulting Contract with SBM.
Designofthe FSRU, utilizingthe servicesofSBMin-houseengineersandnaval architects. Licensingofrequiredcargo
containment and processtechnologies for SBM LNG Business Group
ConstructionstrategyandshipyardagreementsfortheFSRU,includinginspections,selection,andnegotiationswithshipyards in
France, Japan, Korea, and Chinaon behalf of SBM.
Establishmentofpartnerships withmajorLNG vesseloperatorsandnatural gas pipelineandmarketingcompaniestodevelopand
market entire LNG/gas transportation and distributioninfrastructure from source to use inPakistanfor SBM.
DevelopmentofOperationProceduresManuals,QualitySystem,SafetyManagementSystem,PersonnelTrainingSystems&
Simulators for KOTC, ElPaso and SBM.
HandledapplicationsfordevelopmentandconstructionofLNGTerminalsinUnitedStateswithFERCandUSCGonbehalfof
ConocoPhillips as Consultant.
Developedconcept andmanagedpurchase,dry-dockingandconversionofa125,000m3
LNGcarrierintoafloatingLNGterminal
with direct on-line vapour discharge facilityfor Kuwait in 1984 — the first FSRU project in the world for KOTC.
Managed the oil and Gas Tanker Fleet of Kuwait Oil Tanker Co. Supervisedthe acquisition, management, and growth ofthe fleet
from seven to 28 vessels, including LNG, LPG, crude oil, and product carriers, while also overseeing engineering and operations
departments of this transportation arm of the national Kuwait Petroleum Corporation.
Managed construction of fully refrigerated 75,000m3
LPG carriers in France and Japan for KOTC. Responsibilities included
preparation of building specifications, selection of equipment and machinery, contract negotiations, plan approvals,
management of field office and quality control inspectors, sea trials, acceptance surveys, guarantee dry docking and
guarantee claims negotiations. Subsequentlyresponsible foroperation, maintenance and performance ofthese vesselsinaccordance
withcharter agreements.
Managedconversions,war-damagerepairsandplanneddry-dockingofLPG/LNGCarriers,VLCCs,andProductTankersatmajor
shipyards on aworld-wide basis; annual maintenance and Capex budget exceeded$100MM.
Implemented life extension project for four VLCCs, yielding an extension often years at minimal cost of $24 million.
Established US operations, modifying and re-flagging eleven Kuwaiti oil and gas tankers under US flag, with US-based
managers andcrews.
Represented Kuwait in the Gulf Cooperation Council Committee for Maritime Consultations. The Committee negotiated joint
contracts for supply of equipment and services to eight Mid-East countries by international vendors, manufacturers, and
shipyards.
Relevant experience acquiredthrough holdingleadership positions with major international and Americanintegratedenergy,
shippingandoffshore companiesfor overtwentyyears. Management experience issupplemented byfour years ofseaservice as
Chief Engineer – for major shipownerson VLCCs, Gas,Product & Chemical tanker vessels.
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GranadaMarineServicesInc. -HOUSTON, TX April, 2008 to date
PrincipleConsultant
Develop andexecute comprehensive oil andgas logistics strategiesfor clients, includingsupervising project designand
management, qualityassurance, identifyingandnegotiatingkey partnerships, anddefining power production andoil/gas
transportation processes. Clients andpartnersinclude: Conoco Phillips, BG LNG Services - USA andPT-PLN, Indonesia’s
national energy company., Swedish and Norwegian Hull andP&I Clubs
SBMOffshore N.V.-MONACO September, 2003 to March2008
Vice President LNG Business Development
Reported to VP LNG Group and the CEO. Responsibilities included:
Management of concept & detail designs of the LNG FSRU and LNG FPSO through project development stages within-
house engineering teams using modern ship design tools . Coordination of design approvals by Class Societies and
Statutory bodies. Preparation of cost estimates and production budgets with responsibility of performance.
Development of overall business strategy, business model basedonsales budget, sales volume and profit margins.
Responsibilities includedidentificationof potential customers and implementationof business planfor American and
international markets while leading the LNG Business Development Team.
Negotiations for obtaining licenses of required cargo containment and process technologies.
Preparation of construction strategy and inspections of shipyards in Japan, Korea, and China to select suitable shipyard.
Negotiations of terms and conditions for FEED and Construction of LNG FSRU. Coordination of in-house and shipyard
engineering teams during preparation of FEED and joint marketing of LNG FSRU.
Establishment of partnerships with major LNG vessel operators, natural gas pipeline and gas marketingcompanies to
develop and market entire LNG/gas transportation and distributioninfrastructure from source to use. Coordinate the
required changes in vessel designs to suit typical requirements of each customer.
Development of OperationProcedures & Manuals, Quality System, Safety Management System and Personnel Training
Systems for LNG FSRU.
Preparation of technical and sales presentations with emphasis on unique value-addition aspects of SBM’s products.
Leading efforts for sales of LNG FSRU and LNG FPSO in international gas and power conferences, trade shows and
industry seminars. Conduct direct sales to major oil and gas companies in the United States, South America, Europe, Far
East and the Middle East.
Providedengineeringsupport to international marketing teams and coordinate customer service requirements and
solutions of operational issues with in-house engineering operations and design teams
Compliance with SBM Quality and Operation Policy Guidelines in order to maintain the ISO 9001 requirements.
ELPASO MERCHANTENERGY,L.P./COASTALCORPORATION-HOUSTON, TX December1993 –September2003
GeneralManager,Operationsand Business Origination
Reporteddirectlytothe Managing Directorin bothoperational and business development capacities relatingto marine logistics for
the established petroleum and emerging LNG businesses. Responsibilities included: business origination and concept
development; value option analysis; legal, financial, and risk management review; negotiations with financial institutions and
shipyards; Transferredto the El Paso Corporationfrom the Coastal Corporationuponthe merger of the two companies inJanuary
2001. Supervised five managers controlling performance monitoring, operations, vetting & quality assurance, chartering and
customer service.
B&HSHIPMANAGEMENT-Stamford, CT September, 1991 toAugust, 1993
Fleet Technical Manager
Reportedto the Managing Director of the Company. Managedafleet of 20 oil product andcrudeoil tankers. Responsibility
includedengineering& operations department, including vessel operations, maintenance, safety, andstaffing, for this major
American shipowner/operator.
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KUWAIT OILTANKER COMPANY(KOTC) -KUWAITCITY, KUWAIT October,1979 to September, 1991
General Superintendent, ShipManagement& Engineering
Reported directly to the Chairman of KOTC in operational capacityrelating to fleet construction and management.
Responsible for the P & L of a Fleetof26 Oil & Gas Tankers and a number of Supply Vessels owned andoperated bythe
Company that were charteredout to the parent Kuwait Petroleum Company. Responsible for shipping and transportation of all the
oil and gas exports of Kuwait and providing supplyservices to offshore oil and gas production platforms operated by the Kuwait
Oil company. Prior to coming ashore to manage ships, sailed as Chief Engineer for three years onboard the Gas Carriers, Product
and Crude oiltankers owned andoperatedbythe Company
Education & Training:
Member - Institute of marine Engineers and Scientists – United Kingdom.
Member – Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers – United States.
Finance for Non Financial Managers
Advanced Management
Texas Railroad License for Operation and management of LNG & CNG Business in the State of Texas.
Chief Engineer’s Certificate of Competency License Examinations for Ocean Going vessels from United Kingdom and
Canada. Qualifications assessed as equivalent of Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering in Texas.
Undergraduate degree in English and Economics
Internal and External ISM, ISO and Quality Audits for Oil and Gas Terminals, Ships, Tugs, Barges, Supply Boats and
Management Systems
Licensed OCIMF Vetting Inspector for Oil Tankers, Chemical and Gas Carriers
Completed training and carried out drills for handling major oil spills in US waters with USCG
Attended specialized training on main diesel engines at MAN/B&W as well as Sulzer manufacturing and service facilities
in Germany and Switzerland.
Successfully completed courses in advanced management, finance and personnel management.
Computer training and courses on Microsoft Office Suite, and OCIMF Vetting software.
Fluent in English and Urdu. Proficient in Arabic and Persian.
Personal
US citizen.
Married – four children. All of them have completedcollege education at Harvard University, Stanford & Harvard
Business Schools and University of Texas. They are well-settled in their careers.
Enjoy golf, historical sites visits, research and studies of various cultures and languages.
Support societies and charities for education in developing countries
Involve in local community projects and education of children from low-income families.
References: Provided upon request