Our Leadership Team
Our Leadership Team
Yasovardhan Chinni
Group Managing Director
A highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in driving continuous growth across diverse business sectors. As the founder of Nanlian Ship Management LLC, Chinni skillfully transformed the company from a technical ship management firm into a comprehensive provider of end-to-end maritime services under the umbrella of YC VENTURES. His exceptional leadership and strategic vision have earned him immense respect within the maritime industry, establishing him as a prominent figure.
Vikkas Luthhra
Partner / MD
With over 15 years of dynamic experience, is a valuable addition to the Aequor Shipping team. Demonstrating adept leadership, he's successfully led teams, achieving profitability and targets. His expertise spans the dry bulk sector, from operational roles to strategic chartering. With outstanding interpersonal skills and 30+ months of onboard experience, Vikkas navigates practical concerns within the commercial and legal framework. As a member of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, he contributes analytical and organizational abilities. In previous roles, Vikkas co-headed the Pacific Ocean coal desk, ensuring profits and led teams as a Director, achieving targets and fostering client relations. His strategic insights will play a key role in Aequor's continued success.
Prashant Bhardwaj
Partner / Director Chartering
An accomplished manager with an impressive track record in the industry for over a decade, during which he has amassed rich experience and honed critical skills in sectors such as Freight, Ocean Transportation, International Shipping, and International Trade. Prashant's expertise lies in managing and optimizing operations in the dry bulk market, a skill he has finely tuned during his tenures with prestigious organizations, such as Interocean, Bulkmarine Ltd, and Phaethon International. His exceptional ability to navigate the complexities of international shipping and trade regulations has led to significant cost savings and operational efficiencies in his previous roles.
R K Sethi
Growth Strategy
An adept C-level executive with an impressive track record of over two decades various functional roles across the maritime domain orchestrating strategic business growth on a global scale through innovative strategies and impeccable execution. Expertly harnesses transformative technology to propel operational excellence and achieve remarkable success, catapulting business expansion to new heights. A revered leader recognized for his unwavering ability to thrive in demanding and high-pressure situations.
R K Sethi
Growth Strategy
An adept C-level executive with an impressive track record of over two decades various functional roles across the maritime domain orchestrating strategic business growth on a global scale through innovative strategies and impeccable execution. Expertly harnesses transformative technology to propel operational excellence and achieve remarkable success, catapulting business expansion to new heights. A revered leader recognized for his unwavering ability to thrive in demanding and high-pressure situations.
Prashant Bhardwaj
Director Chartering
An accomplished manager with an impressive track record in the industry for over a decade, during which he has amassed rich experience and honed critical skills in sectors such as Freight, Ocean Transportation, International Shipping, and International Trade. Prashant's expertise lies in managing and optimizing operations in the dry bulk market, a skill he has finely tuned during his tenures with prestigious organizations, such as Interocean, Bulkmarine Ltd, and Phaethon International. His exceptional ability to navigate the complexities of international shipping and trade regulations has led to significant cost savings and operational efficiencies in his previous roles.
Vikkas Luthhra
Partner / MD
An accomplished manager with an impressive track record in the industry for over a decade, during which he has amassed rich experience and honed critical skills in sectors such as Freight, Ocean Transportation, International Shipping, and International Trade. Prashant's expertise lies in managing and optimizing operations in the dry bulk market, a skill he has finely tuned during his tenures with prestigious organizations, such as Interocean, Bulkmarine Ltd, and Phaethon International. His exceptional ability to navigate the complexities of international shipping and trade regulations has led to significant cost savings and operational efficiencies in his previous roles.
Yasovardhan Chinni
Group Managing Director
A highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in driving continuous growth across diverse business sectors. As the founder of Nanlian Ship Management LLC, Chinni skillfully transformed the company from a technical ship management firm into a comprehensive provider of end-to-end maritime services under the umbrella of YC VENTURES. His exceptional leadership and strategic vision have earned him immense respect within the maritime industry, establishing him as a prominent figure.