Hittesh Gupta Email & Phone Number

Singapore, Singapore

Tasked with the responsibility of creating a new business unit focused on causalty investigation in the Asia-Pacific region, we have initiated the development of a comprehensive service offering that encompasses surveys and inspections. We have rapidly assembled a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals within a short period of time and established strategic alliances and exclusive partnerships with accomplished Master Mariners and Engineer surveyors in the region, which have been instrumental in our success. Our associates are strategically located in key locations such as Dubai, India, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia, which provides us with excellent coverage of the region.In order to support our clients and capitalize on new opportunities, we are currently exploring the possibility of expanding our presence in other Southeast Asian regions. Our goal is to become the leading provider of causality investigation services in the Asia-Pacific region, offering unparalleled expertise and coverage. We are dedicated to assisting our clients in navigating the complexities of casualty investigations and providing them with valuable insights and recommendations to aid them in making informed decisions.

Singapore

Apart from having deep understanding of the oil tankers having served on product/crude oil tankers and offshore on an FPSO, also a resident subject matter expert in to container casualties taking an active role in emergency response, investigation, distressed cargo management, and assisting in General Average:• Stow collapse matters – APL Hong Kong, MSC Zoe, MSC Eloane• Container fire matters – San Felipe, Caroline Maersk, MSC Daniela, APL Vancouver, DS Lotus• Grounding, collision etc. – Hanjin Italy, Hanjin Aqua, TS Taipei, Kea Trader, Safmarine MeruProviding advice on a wide range of marine issues, on board attendance, technical investigation,consultancy, audits, surveys and support during court & arbitration proceedings.• Collision, grounding and navigational incident causation investigations• P&I and H&M damage and repair surveys• Cargo damage, shortage, shut-out and loss investigation and desktop reviews• Attendance and monitoring of salvage and wreck removal operations• Vessel Pre-Vetting and Condition Surveys on a wide range of vessel types• ISM and Navigational audits for various reputed Owners• Marine Warranty Surveys• Vessel pre-purchase inspections

Singapore

Undertaking condition surveys of various types of vessels on behalf of various P & I clubs, Hull and Machinery survey, Pre Purchase/Off Hire /On Hire surveys & Pre‐vetting Inspections. • Carried out Entry and Follow up Conditional Surveys of vessels across the spectrum on behalf of various leading P&I Clubs and provided an assessment of their Cargo/ Sea worthiness ‐ Oil, Chemical, Gas tankers, Containers, General cargo, AHTV, FPSO, Jack up rigs and Supply vessels.• Carried out damage and H&M surveys, Pre Vetting Inspections, third party NavigationalAudits on behalf of renowned owners/managers.• Worked as a part of team involved in preparation and presentation of cases by ExpertWitness in Marine Arbitration.

Brazil

MODEC is a general contractor specializing in the engineering, construction and installation of floating production system leader in providing operations for floating production systems. Joined FPSO project of MODEC at offshore Brazil undertaking following operations:• Mooring stern to bow & bow to bow.• Off‐take operations and fiscal metering.• Maintenance of cargo and Mooring equipment.• Maintain valid Flag and Class certification• Supervise special survey inspections and UWILD.• Mobilise ROV inspection of mooring chains and riser• Incident investigation and safety audits• Emergency response team leader

Bulk, Container & Oil Tankers Worldwide

Started the career in 1998 with V ships, gaining experience on range of vessels – Tankers, Container & Bulk Carrier. Then joined Shell as a Junior Officer and working up the chain of command with Experience on Product and Crude Oil tankers (VLCC’s).