Balakrishnan M

About Balakrishnan M

My journey into shipping began with an interest in shipbroking, where I completed a hands-on internship at Aryacorp Pvt. Ltd, learning the core aspects of chartering, cargo fixing, and market analysis. This foundation helped me understand the commercial side of the dry bulk industry.Currently working as an Operations Executive Manager at Dry Bulk Opr Pvt. Ltd, where I’m actively involved in managing dry bulk vessel operations—including voyage planning, pre-arrival coordination, laytime calculation, cargo documentation, and real-time follow-ups with shipowners, charterers, and agents.I hold an MBA in Port & Shipping Management from Indian Maritime University, Kochi, which has given me strong academic grounding in maritime logistics, port operations, international trade, and maritime law.With practical exposure from internships at Cochin Port Authority, Shine Projects, and Kaarlo HR Solutions, I bring a well-rounded understanding of both operations and business functions within the maritime industry.

Experience

1. Operations Executive (Dry Bulk Cargo)

   Dry Bulk Opr Private Limited

   Jun 2025 — Present · Thane, IN

   Managing day-to-day vessel operations in the dry bulk segment, coordinating with charterers, shipowners, agents, and port authorities to ensure smooth cargo handling, timely documentation, and efficient turnaround of vessels.

Education

• Indian Maritime University, Kochi

  MBA (Port and Shipping Management) , Shipping

• Bishop Heber College

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2020 — 2023