Captain Nittin Handa joined the Association in January 2023 as Director (Regulatory Affairs). Captain Handa started his maritime career as a Navigating Officer Cadet with Univan Ship Management in 1996, where he sailed through the ranks, primarily on bulk carriers and oil and chemical tanker vessels of various sizes, including VLCCs. He gained command in 2010. He last held the position of Fleet Manager (QHSE) at the Anglo-Eastern Tanker Management. He brings with him rich experience in seafaring, maritime training, marine operations, tanker vetting, safety-quality and regulatory affairs. Captain Handa holds a Post-Graduation in Executive Maritime Management from the prestigious World Maritime University - Sweden. He is also an Associate Fellow of Nautical Institute and an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.