Rohan Patil

About Rohan Patil

NavCom Manager with solid experience in managing navigation and communication systems across a modern tanker fleet. Currently with TORM Shipping, overseeing performance, troubleshooting, compliance, upgrades, and lifecycle management of bridge equipment including Radar, ECDIS, VDR, GMDSS, speed logs, gyro systems, and associated interfaces.Experienced in working closely with vessel teams, makers, service providers, and internal stakeholders to resolve complex technical issues while minimizing downtime and cost. Strong focus on reliability, regulatory compliance, budget control, and practical decision-making.Hands-on background combined with shore-based fleet management exposure, ensuring both operational efficiency and long-term asset value.

Experience

1. Manager

   TORM

   May 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Oversee fleet-wide performance, reliability, and compliance of navigation and communication systems across vessels.Provide technical support for Radar, ECDIS, VDR/S-VDR, AIS, GMDSS, Gyro, Speed Log, BNWAS, and integrated bridge systems.Lead critical troubleshooting and coordinate with Masters, Chief Engineers, OEMs, and global service providers.Plan equipment lifecycle management including upgrades, retrofits, and obsolescence control.Ensure compliance with IMO, SOLAS, Class, and Flag State requirements.Manage annual budgets for navigation and communication equipment, including cost forecasting, approval control, and optimization of repair versus replacement decisions.Evaluate quotations, negotiate with vendors, and monitor service costs to maintain budget discipline.Drive internal technical projects aimed at improving bridge reliability, reducing downtime, and enhancing vessel performance.Support newbuilding and retrofit projects including equipment selection, FAT/SAT participation, and commissioning oversight.Analyze recurring defects and fleet performance trends to implement preventive strategies.Maintain technical documentation, software updates, and support cybersecurity best practices for bridge systems.

Education

• Bharati Vidyapeeth

  Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2005 — 2011

• New Model English School

  bharati vidyapeeth's college of engineering, Bachlor of Engineering (Electronics and Telecommunications)

  2005 — 2011

Skills

• Vsat
• Electronics
• New Business Development
• Electronic Engineering
• Business Development
• Team Management
• Customer Service
• Engineering
• Microprocessors
• Microsoft Office
• Radar
• Supply Chain Management
• Navigation
• Employee Engagement
• Sourcing
• Microcontrollers
• C
• Matlab
• Commissioning