Capt Subodh Awasthi, Director & COO at Columbia Aurus Ship Management Pvt. Ltd., brings with him a wealth of maritime experience, leadership, and operational expertise. Beginning his seafaring journey as a Deck Cadet with SISCO, he steadily rose through the ranks, mastering the art and science of navigation and vessel management to eventually command ships as Master.

In 2006, Capt. Awasthi transitioned ashore, expanding his horizons into manning and human resource management, contributing his deep seafaring knowledge to building competent and efficient maritime teams.

Today, as the Director & COO of Columbia Aurus Ship Management, he continues to drive excellence in maritime operations, human capital development, and organizational growth — embodying the true spirit of leadership at sea and ashore.

We are privileged to have Capt. Subodh Awasthi join us as an Eminent Panelist at the Maritime Skill Conclave 2025, where maritime leaders, educators, and innovators will gather to shape the future of maritime skills, sustainability, and the Blue Economy.