About Us
UMITECH MARINE began its journey in 2024, founded by experienced and forward-thinking professionals from the shipping and engineering industries. Established with a clear vision to deliver premium consultancy backed by practical, hands-on expertise, Umitech Marine is built on the foundation of technical excellence and real-world operational insight.
With extensive experience spanning vessel operations, ship surveying, marine engineering & design and Clean fuel technology our team brings comprehensive expertise across every critical segment of the marine sector. We are driven by a commitment to precision, reliability and 24/7 support—delivering solutions that ensure maritime operations run safely, efficiently and seamlessly.
Meet the Team
Capt. Nishchay Maken
Founder & Director
Capt. Maken has spent the past 17 years serving various roles in the marine and oil & gas industries. A Master Mariner with over a decade of sailing experience on tankers, his understanding of Marine operations, audits and inspections was developed during his sailing career. It got further enhanced while working as a flag state auditor and a lead surveyor. He is duly qualified to carry out ISM, ISPS, MLC, Navigation audits, MWS and P&I surveys. He is also a lead incident investigator certified by Liberia Flag state. Capt. Maken is a Post Graduate in Renewable Energy and leads his team in this sector.
Capt. Vipul Negi
General Manager
Capt. Negi, an expert in bulk chemical cargo handling, has spent the past 17 years serving various roles in the Marine and petrochemical industries. As a Master Mariner and an expert in chemical cargo handling, having worked in all three types of chemical tankers, his knowledge with regards to safe carriage and chemical cargo handling is unparalleled. He is well versed with bone breaking and stringent requirements of tank cleaning on a chemical tanker. His expertise lies in conducting audits, preparing for CDI inspections and surveys related to damage and P&I claims.
Mission
Our mission is to drive the transformation of the shipping industry into a sustainable and forward-thinking sector through innovation and cutting-edge technology. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of discipline, transparency, and customer satisfaction. Quality isn’t just a goal—it’s a core value embedded in everything we do and in every member of our team.
Vision
To redefine the future of marine, surveying, engineering, and design consultancy through bold innovation, unmatched expertise, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Values
Sustainability
We are committed to advancing eco-friendly practices in shipping, contributing to a cleaner and healthier ocean for future generations.
Customer Satisfaction
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to exceed expectations through reliable service, personalized solutions, and long-term partnerships.
Innovation
We embrace forward-thinking solutions and continuously invest in new technologies to drive efficiency and excellence in maritime operations.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, ensuring transparency, accountability, and trust in all our engagements.
Core Values
Our team is made up of Naval Architects, Engineers, accredited RightShip inspectors and highly experienced marine surveyors, each having served in senior shipboard management roles. With decades of combined expertise spanning conventional shipping, offshore oil and gas and marine engineering, we deliver trusted solutions across the maritime spectrum.
We offer a wide range of services, including vessel inspections, compliance audits, marine consultancy and technical due diligence. In addition, our engineering and design capabilities enable us to support clients with retrofit planning, system upgrades, newbuild project reviews, and performance optimization—ensuring alignment with the latest safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
At the core of our approach is a commitment to innovation, efficiency and sustainable growth. We partner closely with ship owners, charterers and operators to provide tailored strategies that drive operational excellence and long-term value.