Capt. Mohla on CRACKING INTERVIEWS, Sponsorships & Merchant Navy Exams | Anglo Eastern - KSN Show 14

In this exclusive podcast episode, we host Capt. Vinayak Mohla, a seasoned maritime expert, Head of Cadet Recruitment and Competency Management at Anglo-Eastern, and IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:34: Capt. Vinayak Mohla's Introduction 03:00 Work at Anglo Eastern Ship Management 04:16 Role in International Maritime Organisation 04:53 Capt. Mohla's Experience in Ice Class Bilk Carriers, Arctic sea and Polar Bears 06:38 Experience as a Cadet on a Ship 08:01 Thrill on Container Ships 08:57 Ship getting stuck in Ice 10:24 Ship Captain's encounter with Snow Storms and Blizzards 12:27 Transition from Sea to shore 13:00 Evolution of Global Shipping 14:16 Tips to clear MMD Examinations 15:21 Changes in MMD Examinations for Merchant Navy 17:45 Education in Green Technologies for sustainability in Shipping 18:05 Best ways on How to join Merchant Navy 19:00 How to do Marine Engineering BTech and Graduate Marine Engineer course (GME) 19:36 What is DNS Sponsorship---How to get Sponsorship in Merchant Navy 20:24 Interview tips for sponsorship DNS(Diploma in Nautical Science) for merchant Navy 21:44 Psychometric Test in Merchant Navy 25:38 Problems GP(General Purpose) Ratings are facing in India 26:06 How to find sponsorship for GP Rating 26:31 What is IMUCET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test) 28:23 Merchant Navy vs Indian Army and Indian Navy (Social Image) 30:57 IIT vs Merchant Navy 32:22 Initiatives by Govt. Of India & D.G Shipping 35:26 What Types of Ships are growing in the world 37:00 Digitalisation in Maritime Training 38:57 Shipping Companies Approach towards Sailors 40:05 Resilience and Mental Health of Seafarers 40:43 Merchant Navy Motivation 41:59 How to Cope with Failures 42:35 Autonomous Ships and jobs on Ships 44:52 AI in Shipping 45:08 Alternate jobs and Opportunities in Shipping 46:23 Future of India in Global Shipping 48:04 India in the International Maritime Organisation 49:05 What is International Maritime Organisation- IMO 51:14 Seafarer's transition from Ship to Shore jobs 52:55 Experience's of a Captain 53:45 Fast Promotions on Ships 54:35 Message for the Younger Generation 55:54 Financial Independence through Merchant Navy 57:20 Why did Capt. Mohla become a Merchant Marine 58:15 Captain's Inspiration With years of experience navigating the most challenging seas, including the Arctic, Capt. Mohla shares invaluable insights about the Merchant Navy, shipping industry evolution, and the future of maritime careers. Whether you’re an aspiring seafarer, a seasoned sailor, or just curious about life at sea, this episode is packed with stories, advice, and expert tips! Key Topics Covered: 🌍 Arctic Adventures: • Experience aboard an Ice Class Bulk Carrier in extreme conditions. • Facing snowstorms, blizzards, and getting stuck in an icebreaker. 📚 Merchant Navy Career Tips: • How to clear MMD Examinations and recent changes in the process. • Understanding STCW standards and preparing for competency exams. • Best channels for joining the Merchant Navy and securing DNS sponsorship. • Tips for GP Ratings to find sponsorship and tackle challenges. • Merchant Navy vs. Indian Armed Forces: Choosing the right career path. • What is IMUCET, and how does it compare to IIT? 🌱 Sustainability & Digitalisation in Shipping: • The importance of Green Technologies and education for sustainable shipping. • Digitalisation in maritime training and the rise of autonomous ships. 💼 Skills & Soft Skills: • Mastering communication, decision-making, and situational awareness for success at sea. • Importance of mental wellness: Discussing SPS (Suicide Probability Scale). 📈 Future of the Shipping Industry: • India’s growing role in global shipping and representation in the IMO. • Evolution of shipping and the types of ships leading the industry. • How financial independence can be achieved through the Merchant Navy. Who Should Watch This Podcast? 🌊 Aspiring seafarers looking for insider tips on exams, interviews, and sponsorship. 🌊 Professionals seeking insights into the future of shipping and industry trends. 🌊 Maritime enthusiasts eager to learn about real-life challenges and experiences at sea. About Our Founder: Karanvir combines his maritime expertise with a passion for filmmaking, editing, and podcasting. His work has inspired and educated countless aspiring seafarers, and now he’s bringing that same dedication to KSN Films. SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS 📹 Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karanvir.na... Follow me on Linkedin -   / karanvir-singh-nayyar-4b8032157   Follow me on Facebook -   / karanhiyo   Follow me on Twitter-   / nayyarkaranvir   #MerchantNavy #ShippingIndustry #interview MerchantNavyTips #GreenShipping #STCW #IMUCET #FutureOfShipping