Sri. Chacko Varkey

Chacko Varkey is a senior Naval Architect and Maritime Engineering Consultant with over 45 years of experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, engineering management, project execution, and shipyard modernization across India, Singapore, Qatar, and the Middle East. Fellow of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA), UK, with extensive experience in managing complex multidisciplinary projects and delivering practical engineering and strategic solutions.

Expertise spans ship design and production engineering, project management, shipyard modernization, digital transformation, CAD/CAM and ERP implementation, automation, modular construction, and technology integration. Extensive project experience includes FPVs, OPVs, AHTSVs, offshore oil & gas support vessels, vessel conversions, upgrades, and specialized offshore installations, including AHC cranes, SAT diving systems, ROV systems, and floating dry docks.

Proven track record in engineering management, techno-commercial evaluation, equipment selection, vendor coordination, Class/Flag compliance, cost and schedule management, and stakeholder engagement. Experienced in advising shipyards and maritime organizations on improving productivity, resource utilization, technology adoption, and operational efficiency.

Held senior positions with Cochin Marine Corporation, Goa Shipyard Ltd., NIIT Ltd India, Engineering Solutions Business, AVEVA Information Technology India Pvt Ltd., Dubai Drydocks, Navtec Engineering India Pvt Ltd., Drydocks World Singapore, Axsystech Singapore Pte Ltd., AVEVA Pte Ltd., Singapore, MMA Offshore Asia Pte Ltd., Singapore, Milaha Shipyard, Qatar and currently provides consultancy services through Marintek Pte Ltd., Singapore, focusing on shipbuilding engineering, project management, digital transformation, and shipyard modernization.