The Bride
of the Ocean

Built on relationships, driven by precision, and guided by an unwavering commitment to our clients' interests.

Who We Are

Aroos al Mohit was founded on a conviction that the maritime world's most complex logistics challenges deserve a partner who brings both deep market knowledge and genuine personal commitment to every transaction. In a world of algorithms and automated platforms, we believe that the best fixtures are still negotiated by people who know the market, know the owners, and know their clients.

Our name — Aroos al Mohit, the Bride of the Ocean — reflects our relationship with the sea: one of reverence, mastery and belonging. The ocean has connected civilisations for millennia, and it remains the lifeblood of global trade. We are privileged to operate at the heart of it.

From our base in the Arabian Gulf, we serve cargo owners, commodity traders, industrial companies and project developers across the Middle East, South Asia and East Africa. Our network of shipowners spans every major flag state and vessel category.

We don't chase volume. We pursue excellence — on every fixture, for every client, every time.

Who We Are — Aroos al Mohit
20+
Years Active
500+
Fixtures Done
40+
Trade Routes

"To be the most trusted ship chartering intermediary and freight broker in the Middle East and Indian Ocean trade lanes — delivering speed, transparency, and reliability on every voyage."

Values That Guide Every Decision

The principles that guide every negotiation, every fixture, and every client relationship.

Precision

Every fixture negotiated with meticulous care. We leave nothing to chance in charter party terms, vessel selection, or rate analysis.

Integrity

We operate with complete transparency — in our advice, our negotiations, and our dealings with both cargo owners and shipowners alike.

Expertise

Decades of accumulated market intelligence, owner relationships and operational knowledge — applied fresh to every new enquiry.

Agility

Freight markets don't wait. Neither do we. Fast, decisive action — without sacrificing quality or due diligence.

Experienced People You Can Rely On

Our team brings together expertise across shipbroking, freight trading, maritime law and vessel operations — united by a commitment to exceptional client service.

Capt. Ganesh Venkitachalam — CRO & Co-Founder
Capt. Ganesh Venkitachalam
CRO & Co-Founder

Ganesh began his career as a project engineer at Thermax before transitioning to the Merchant Navy. With 23 years of sailing experience, he developed invaluable leadership skills as a Master — earning accolades as a Best Master.

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Anish Samad — CEO / MD & Co-Founder
Anish Samad
CEO / MD & Co-Founder

A 29-year energy veteran who built his career across leading companies before founding Aroos Al Mohit Trading LLC in Dubai. He commands deep supply chain expertise and a vast network spanning the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

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Capt. Arun Balakrishnan — COO & Co-Founder
Capt. Arun Balakrishnan
COO & Co-Founder

A Government of India–certified Master Mariner with 100+ months of command on bulk carriers across global waters, Arun brings rare operational precision and maritime expertise to the company's logistics strategy.

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Partner with Experience

Whether you have a cargo enquiry or want to discuss a long-term arrangement, our team is ready to listen.

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