Leadership
Equator Maritime is led by a seasoned maritime professional with over three decades of global experience across shipping, port development, offshore logistics, and infrastructure management.
With a foundation as a Master Mariner and engineering background, the leadership brings a unique combination of seafaring command experience and shore-based operational and strategic expertise. This includes leading complex port operations, driving large-scale infrastructure initiatives, and managing commercial shipping and logistics functions across diverse geographies.
The experience spans the full maritime value chain—from vessel operations and chartering to port development, logistics strategy, and international advisory assignments across India and global markets.
The organisation’s leadership is actively engaged with leading academic and professional institutions, contributing to executive education and industry-oriented programs in shipping, logistics, and supply chain management.
Professional affiliations include fellowships and memberships with leading maritime and engineering institutions, along with participation in technical and advisory committees within the maritime ecosystem.
The leadership has also contributed to industry forums and global dialogues across key maritime hubs, bringing practical insights into operations, markets, and strategy.
The leadership philosophy is centred on execution, commercial discipline, and long-term value creation across maritime and infrastructure ecosystems.
Founder
Capt. Rajeeva Singh Gautam
Master Mariner | Chartered Engineer | Maritime & Logistics Leader | Ed-Tech Leader