Overview
ORIGIN
Founded in 2007: To become a global force to be reckoned with in marine consulting while driving value.
Early Years and Reach: Rapid growth, in naval architecture and ocean engineering, acquiring clients and expanding services.
Global Reach: Forayed into new markets, regions, and countries, solidifying our presence as a leading engineering company in offshore engineering.
NEW FORAYS
Innovations and Breakthroughs: Shaping the marine industry with unique digital solutions and cutting-edge design technology.
Community Engagement: Conducting annual blood donation camps and various other initiatives.
Employee Growth and Culture: Fostering a thriving company culture and championing diversity in our marine consulting and ship designing teams.
THE RIGHT PATH
Sustainability First: Promoting green solutions for the maritime industry.
Regulatory Compliance and Standards: ISO 9001:2015 Certified, Great Place to Work-Certified, adhering to all relevant regulations and quality standards.
Corporate Philanthropy: Donating to university prizes, NGOs for women empowerment, and hosting annual blood donation camps.
GEARING UP FOR MORE
Facility Expansion: Two new office locations to support growth in design services and
ship construction.
Robust IT Infrastructure: Adopting cloud-based solutions for enhanced efficiency and agility.
Customer Satisfaction Ratings: NPS score of 58,
Customer Feedback Rating – 4.â…—.
RECOGNITION AND LEADERSHIP
Participation in Industry Events: INMEX, GIMS, INMARCO, and other conferences.
Employee Recognition and Awards: Acknowledging exceptional employee achievements towards our success.
Market Leadership: Consistently emerging as the industry leader in naval architecture, ocean engineering, and design technology.
Our Vision
Vedam aspires to be a global leader in ship design, committed to delivering value to stakeholders and prioritizing impactful outcomes, wisdom, and collaboration. Our ethos focuses on creating meaningful results over accolades and fostering teamwork in naval architecture and marine engineering.
Our Mission
To provide efficient, customized designs and technological solutions to the maritime industry for a safer and greener environment, leveraging our expertise in offshore engineering and marine consulting.
Our Core Values
Happiness at work & in life
Let your work bring happiness to you, your teammates, your family, and your customers. Strive to pursue things outside work that make you happy.
Continuous improvement
Strive to look for improvements in your tasks and processes, and deliver outputs through continuous learning, use of design technology, training development, and co-creation.
Customer Satisfaction
Understand your customers well, evaluate their specific needs, and deliver design services to their satisfaction.
Environmental Sustainability
The environment is precious. Understand how your actions impact the environment, and make efforts to contribute positively while executing work and delivering outputs that help the environment.
Awards & Certifications
ACHIEVED GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFICATION FOR THE FOURTH CONSECUTIVE TIME IN 2024
Latest Award 2023 – The Outlook Business Award of the Year in the Green Innovation category. This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly solutions. We extend our gratitude to Outlook Business for acknowledging our efforts, and this award serves as a proud milestone in our journey toward a greener tomorrow. Special thanks to our dedicated team of marine engineers, naval architects, and partners for contributing to Vedam’s success.
2023
‘Outlook Business Award of the Year’
 in the Green Innovation category
2018
‘Industries Choice Award’
by Offing Group by ICICI CNBC 18
2016
‘Top 10 Engineering Company’Â
by CIO MagazineÂ
2014
‘Top 5 in 'Emerging India Awards'Â
by ICICI CNBC 18
2012
‘Young Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year’
by IIT Madras
2010
‘India Fast Growth 25’
by Harvard initiated All World Network
TEAM
Akshay Jain
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Akshay Jain, is a leading figure in the marine industry, known for his innovative problem-solving skills. With a Naval Architecture background from IIT-Madras and executive training from Harvard Business School, he leads strategic direction, business development, and technology integration. Akshay’s global expertise in shipbuilding, repairs, and consultancy, alongside roles at the Indian Institute of Naval Architects, underscores his influential leadership and recognition with the Young Alumni Entrepreneur Award from IIT-Madras.
Rakesh Roy
Co-Founder & CEO
Rakesh Roy, leads design innovations and operations with expertise in cost-effective engineering solutions. As a Naval Architect from IIT-Madras and with a management program from SP Jain Institute of Management, Mumbai, he specializes in structural FEA, CFD, and hydrodynamics. Rakesh’s leadership minimizes construction costs and environmental impact, driving new designs and retrofit solutions for marine vessels. He is a sought-after speaker at technological forums, leveraging advanced tools to solve complex challenges in the maritime sector.
Rajnish Verma
Director (Projects)
Rajnish Verma is renowned for his hands-on project management approach and site leadership. With extensive experience in new building, conversion, and engineering projects across global yards, he oversees Middle East operations. Rajnish, a Naval Architect from IIT-Madras, holds a General Management degree from Harvard Business School. His expertise in international building standards and manufacturing technologies is complemented by his role as a frequent speaker at technological forums, ensuring efficient project implementation and strategic leadership.
Lalatendu Acharya
Director – Technical
Lalatendu Acharya brings over 25 years of global experience in vessel operations, system design, and project management. With expertise in ship’s design analysis, Class entry evaluations, and statutory compliance, Lalatendu leads innovations and major conversions. Previously, as AVP (Technical) in a leading cement manufacturer’s shipping division, he managed a fleet and port operations, overseeing a large onshore team. Lalatendu is a Marine Engineer from DMET, renowned for his strategic leadership in maritime operations and technical advancements
Mohamed Ali Shajahan
Vice President – Projects
Mohamed Ali Shajahan is an IIT Madras alumnus with over 30 years of expertise in the marine and offshore industries. He has contributed extensively to research, offshore platforms, and national projects like Wave Energy and Deep Sea mining. His leadership spans collaborative efforts with global institutions such as Universität Siegen, Germany, and the University of Washington, Seattle, USA, focusing on advancing underwater systems and marine technologies.
Prabal Banerjee
Vice President -Technical
Prabal Banerjee is a Mechanical/Marine Engineer with 27 years of experience, including roles in ABS (UK) and a leading maritime consultancy (UK) overseeing LNG new building projects. At Vedam, he leads LNG and New Technology initiatives, managing projects from feasibility to detailed engineering, including OSV conversions, gas-fueled engine replacements, and waste-to-energy projects. Prabal’s expertise spans techno-commercial studies, RAM analysis, FMEA, and setting up Greenfield factories in India. He holds an MBA and PG Diploma in Maritime Law from reputable UK universities.
Saumya Sengupta
Vice President – Design
Saumya Sengupta, brings 18 years of expertise in Naval Architecture from IIT Kharagpur. His career spans engineering software development, Classification survey, and detailed design for commercial and Naval vessels, including significant projects for the Indian Navy and roles at prestigious shipyards and classification societies.
Dhruv Prajapati
Manager – Project Management
Dhruv Prajapati is a skilled Naval Architect from the Indian Maritime University’s inaugural class. With almost a decade at Vedam, Dhruv excels in structural design, stability analysis, and project management. His expertise spans machinery, electrical systems, piping, statutory regulations, and production procedures, contributing significantly to our team’s success.
Palash Lodalliwar
Manager – Concept Design
Palash Lodalliwar holds a Dual Degree (B.Tech & M.Tech) in Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture from IIT Kharagpur (2009-2014). With 9 years of experience, Palash specialises in concept design and basic design, playing a pivotal role in high-value Naval Shipbuilding projects.
Santanu Saha
Manager – Detail Design Structure
Santanu Saha holds a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 23.5 years of experience in preparing production information for shipbuilding and offshore marine projects. His expertise includes project management, design issue resolution, troubleshooting, and software utilization for expediting processes.
Amardeep Singh
Manager – Detail Design Structure
Amardeep Singh holds a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and brings over 13 years of experience in shipbuilding and offshore industries. He specialises in critical detail design projects, including HVDC platforms, Jackets, FPSOs, Jack-up Rigs, and various vessels like FDD, PSV, Immersed Pontoon, and Fishing Liners.
Ankit Ghosh
Senior Manager – Engineering Analysis
Ankit Ghosh is a Naval Architect with over 10 years of experience in the marine and offshore industry. His expertise includes basic design, structural engineering analysis, and specialised knowledge in decarbonisation and retrofit engineering.
Rahul Mate
Manager – Project Management
Rahul Mate is a passionate Project Manager, Senior Naval Architect, Chartered Engineer, and HazMat Expert with over 13 years of experience in shipbuilding, repair, and onshore/offshore projects. His expertise includes structural and piping design, raw material inspection, fabrication welding inspection, and marine and class surveys.
Reeta Sharma
Manager – Accounts & Admin
Reeta Sharma is a graduate in Accounts with over 20 years of experience. She brings expertise in accounting, finance, audit, taxation, and payroll management to her role, ensuring robust financial oversight and strategic decision-making.
Raviraj Birajdar
Manager – Machinery
A Mechanical Engineer with a decade of experience in marine machinery and piping systems design. Raviraj Birajdar specialises in project-related piping stress analysis for FPSO, FSRU/FSU/LNGC conversion, retrofit, new build, BWTS, and Scrubber installations.
Kalipada Sen
Manager – Basic Structure
Kalipada Sen holds an M.Tech in Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture from IIT Kharagpur, with over 13 years of experience in marine, offshore, port-harbour, and terminal-related structural projects. He is passionate about advancing in the field of marine and offshore engineering, continuously expanding his domain knowledge.
Prashant Gawade
Manager – Projects
A skilled Project Manager with over 18 years of experience in the Marine and Oil & Gas Industry. Prashant Gawade holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Mumbai University, India. Expertise includes project management, coordination, design, engineering, construction, testing & commissioning. Experienced in technical project management for new-build marine ships, with strong organizational, communication, and adaptability skills to thrive in dynamic environments.
Apurva Mahajan
Manager – Business Development
Apurva Mahajan is a Chemical Engineering graduate with a Postgraduate diploma in Piping Design, and over 14 years of experience in global proposal and enquiry management. Specialises in business development across the Oil and Gas and Marine industries, demonstrating proficiency in diverse industrial sectors.
Meena Mariya
Senior Manager – Human Resources
With over 15 years of experience, Meena Mariya is a dedicated HR professional adept at fostering harmonious work environments and driving strategic HR initiatives. She holds a specialised degree in Human Resource Management, enabling her to oversee comprehensive HR functions with expertise in strategic planning and cultural management.
Vibha Mondkar
Manager – Electrical & Instrumentation
Vibha Mondkar brings over 25 years of extensive experience in shipbuilding and electrical design, underpinned by a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Her expertise spans team management, the fundamental and production-level design of electrical systems, and meticulous specification of electrical components. Vibha has made significant contributions to more than 100 marine design projects, showcasing her adeptness in delivering robust solutions within the maritime industry.
Sanket Rana
Manager – Detail Design Piping
Sanket Rana is a Mechanical Engineer with over 19 years of experience in piping design within the Marine Industry, including 9 years of shipyard experience. He has worked on various types of vessels, such as Pax vessel, Pollution Control Vessel, ORVs, PSVs, Tugs, and DSV. Currently, He holds the position of Manager (Detail Design Piping) and have proudly completed 5 years with the company.
Infrastructure
With a collective 7700 square meters of office space across Mumbai and Kolkata, we are well-equipped with the latest workstations, servers, and video conferencing tools. Our spacious project offices worldwide meet the demands of each project. We foster a culture of innovation by promoting freedom within our organization while prioritizing the safety and happiness of our personnel.
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