Karthik Selvakumar

Karthik Selvakumar is a seasoned maritime professional currently serving as Group Manager Assurance and PSC Programme Lead at V.Group since June 2022, where leadership extends to overseeing the Port State Control program for a fleet of over 550 vessels. Prior roles include PSC Specialist - Team Leader at V.Ships India Pvt. Ltd. and various engineering positions at International Tanker Management, where management of engine room operations and safety equipment was critical. Karthik holds a Marine Engineering degree from Amet University Chennai and a Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering from Birla Institute of Technology. A proven track record in optimizing operational efficiency, Karthik has successfully reduced inventory costs by 30% through effective procurement strategies while managing diverse international teams in challenging environments.