On 17th September 2025, HIMT was honored to host a distinguished delegation from MOL Group, represented by:

Capt. Albe Zachariah, General Manager, MOL Maritime (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Ivan Ip, General Manager, Seafarer Division, MOL Global Ship Management Pte. Ltd.

Ms. Daph Low, Assistant Manager, Seafarer Division, MOL Global Ship Management Pte. Ltd.

Ms. Egle Zalpyte, Assistant Manager, Seafarer Division, MOL Global Ship Management Pte. Ltd.

Capt. Ajay Dhiman, Manager – LNG Operations, MOL Maritime (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Capt. Umakant Garg, Sr. Superintendent – Dry Operations, MOL Maritime (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Abhishek Poojari, Assistant Manager – Seafarer Division, MOL Global Ship Management Pte. Ltd.

The delegation explored HIMT’s world-class infrastructure facilities and highly commended the institute’s efforts in shaping the future of maritime education and training.

They also interacted with the MOL-selected cadets, inspiring them with valuable guidance and motivating them to excel in their maritime careers.

Additionally, the delegation also visited our post-sea training center, where MOL-sponsored senior officers were undergoing the D.G.Shipping-Approved Basic Polar Waters (

Ice Navigation) Course.

They were impressed with HIMT’s state-of-the-art facilities, including the immersive VR-based simulators, double-bottom tank, life-size gangway, and other advanced training setups, reaffirming HIMT’s commitment to delivering practical, world-class maritime training.

We sincerely thank the MOL team for their visit and their words of encouragement, which further strengthen our mission of building the future of global shipping.