Sumit Khanna

Sumit Khanna is an accomplished professional in the maritime and shipping industry with extensive experience in tanker operations and freight trading. Currently serving as the Senior Manager and global head of Tanker/Liquid Operations at Bunge since January 2017, Sumit leads a freight operations team and provides legal guidance during marine and cargo claims negotiations, ensuring significant savings and risk management for the company. Previously, Sumit worked at Mercuria Energy Trading S.A. from May 2013 to December 2016, focusing on the safe management of marine and commercial risks related to hydrocarbon cargoes. Sumit's career began as a Navigating Officer at Motia Compagnia di Navigazione SpA (2007-2013), where operations were managed for high-value oil tanker cargos with a focus on safety and efficiency. Educational credentials include a Post Graduate Diploma in International Maritime Law from the World Maritime University, an MBA in Operations Management from EIILM University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Nautical Science from the University of Mumbai.