OUR TEAM
HARMEET BHATIA
DURAI SHUNMUGAM
HARMEET BHATIA
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Harmeet assumed command in 2004 on an oil/chemical tanker before transitioning ashore in 2007 to join the tanker commercial sector. Subsequently, he pursued and completed his MBA. With extensive experience in senior positions prior to Raffles Commercial, he possesses a deep understanding of the tanker industry across various roles.
CHEN LEI
DURAI SHUNMUGAM
HARMEET BHATIA
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Chen Lei spent three years sailing on VLCC tankers mainly. Transitioning ashore into tanker operations for a year before setting up chartering desks for ZhenHua Oil and ChemChina Singapore. Subsequently, he assumed the role of System Refinery Feedstock Coordinator for five years. Building on his experience, he spent tw
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Chen Lei spent three years sailing on VLCC tankers mainly. Transitioning ashore into tanker operations for a year before setting up chartering desks for ZhenHua Oil and ChemChina Singapore. Subsequently, he assumed the role of System Refinery Feedstock Coordinator for five years. Building on his experience, he spent two years in a senior position with an established pooling company, specializing in various oil & chemical tankers.
DURAI SHUNMUGAM
DURAI SHUNMUGAM
DURAI SHUNMUGAM
HEAD OF LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
Qualified in England and Singapore, Durai has over 30 years of legal and practical experience in shipping and international trade. He headed up an international law firm’s Singapore disputes practice for over a decade before setting out on his own to focus on core clients. Currently, in addition to heading up Le
HEAD OF LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
Qualified in England and Singapore, Durai has over 30 years of legal and practical experience in shipping and international trade. He headed up an international law firm’s Singapore disputes practice for over a decade before setting out on his own to focus on core clients. Currently, in addition to heading up Legal & Compliance for Raffles, he is a qualified arbitrator, a sought-after mediator and sits on the Board of Governors for a top ranked local educational institution.
R VIVEK
Capt. RAJENDRA BIST
NATASHA KHOO
CHARTERING MANAGER
Vivek brings over 25 years of tanker industry experience, including 14 years at sea. Moving ashore, he built a strong record in chartering and commercial management, working directly with ship owners on fleets from Handy to LR2 tankers. In senior roles, he was responsible for fixing voyages, period employment & reporting
CHARTERING MANAGER
Vivek brings over 25 years of tanker industry experience, including 14 years at sea. Moving ashore, he built a strong record in chartering and commercial management, working directly with ship owners on fleets from Handy to LR2 tankers. In senior roles, he was responsible for fixing voyages, period employment & reporting fleet performance at board level. He has also worked closely with oil traders and suppliers, providing tailored freight solutions to support their trading strategies.
NATASHA KHOO
Capt. RAJENDRA BIST
NATASHA KHOO
CHARTERING EXECUTIVE
After 6 months as a Trade Analyst at an established tanker pooling company, Natasha embarked on her bachelor’s degree at the University of Plymouth on a MaritimeOne scholarship and graduated with Honours. After which, she spent about a year in tanker operations before taking her career to the next level on the chartering desk with us, specializing in the CPP trade.
Capt. RAJENDRA BIST
Capt. RAJENDRA BIST
Capt. RAJENDRA BIST
OPERATIONS MANAGER
A Master Mariner with 15 years sailing experience on parcel chemical/ Oil-chem tankers. He has worked ashore since 2015 with established technical managers and commercial operators. He is a MBA graduate (Finance & Operations) and member of the Institute of Chartered Ship Brokers.
Capt. GAVAKSH BHATNAGAR
Capt. GAVAKSH BHATNAGAR
Capt. GAVAKSH BHATNAGAR
OPERATIONS MANAGER
A Master Mariner with 21 years of experience
in the maritime industry, including leadership in commercial roles. He holds a strong operational and technical background with a focus on safe, efficient, and sustainable shipping practices. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
(FICS) and an Associate Fellow of the Nautical
Institute (AFNI).
NIKHIL ARYA
Capt. GAVAKSH BHATNAGAR
Capt. GAVAKSH BHATNAGAR
CLAIMS MANAGER
Nikhil with 12 years of sea experience on
Parcel / Oil chemical tankers, followed by 3
years of experience ashore on varied
technical/ commercial management roles,
bringing strong operational, technical, and
leadership expertise to the maritime
industry.
SHAIKH ALSAGOFF
Capt. GAVAKSH BHATNAGAR
SHAIKH ALSAGOFF
OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
Shaikh graduated from the University of
Plymouth with a BSc Honours in Maritime
Business and Logistic. He furthered his
education where he graduated with an MSc
in International Shipping and Trade. He has
gained valuable experience within Tanker
Operations and Ship Management both in
Singapore and the UK.
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FINANCE MANAGER
Eshweer is a Fellow of the Association of
Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). She
began her career with one of the Big Four
firms, where she gained her experience in the maritime industry. With strong expertise in financial reporting and team leadership she now leverages her audit background and financial acumen to strengthen the company’s financial management and governance.
PRISHA ANILDAS
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ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE
Backed by an Advanced Diploma in Accounting & Finance from London School of Business and Finance and a bachelor’s degree in Maritime Transportation & Logistics from the University of Plymouth, Prisha then gained invaluable experience at an outsourced accounting firm for 3 years. She is now with us navigating the intricate financial waters of the maritime commercial industry.
ANDREA LIM
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ANDREA LIM
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Andrea graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business (Accountancy) from RMIT University and has gained hands on experience through internships in accounting. She is eager to continue learning and growing in her role.
NURFIDIYANA
RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE MANAGER
Nur Fidiyana has a strong foundation in client services, starting with a three-year stint as a receptionist followed by enhancing her expertise as a manicurist with Urban Company. Currently, she continues her passion for customer care as a receptionist with us.