LEADERSHIP
Our team is comprised of highly experienced leaders.
Panbulk Shipping DMCC boasts an experienced senior team. The executive management team collectively holds over 25 years of experience in the shipping industry, with a significant portion dedicated to Panbulk's mission and growth.
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This seasoned leadership is supported by a highly engaged employee base of over 100 staff. Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Panbulk is strategically positioned to serve global clients with excellence and dedication.
PROMOTERS
Shoumik Bose
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Founding Partner
A visionary leader and one of the promoters of a large business conglomerate in India -The Ripley Group, which has a 100-year legacy in stevedoring, port terminal operation and trans-loading operation. As a diversification strategy, ship owning, ship operating and ship management were added to the business portfolio. Ship operating and ship management have been housed under the Panbulk group where Shoumik is the founding partner.
Capt. Soumya R. Patnaik
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CEO and Managing Partner
A Master Mariner and FICS with 16 years of sailing experience on various types of ships (Bulk Carrier, Tanker and Container vessels). Significant commercial and operating experience in shore-based Shipping of more than 20 years, totalling over 36 years of experience in Shipping. Instrumental in launching third-party operating business in TMILL (Joint venture of Tata Steel, NYK, and Martrade). Had a tenure of nearly 2 decades heading one of the most profitable Tata Group companies, International Shipping and Logistics FZE (ISL) Dubai. Led various shipping projects including Indian coastal container service, RO-RO trade, Liquid Cargo trade, Ship Owning, Towage, and Harbour services. Well-known in the industry for being an active speaker in various maritime forums.
LEADERSHIP
Chiradeep Majumdar
General Manager – Finance & Accounts