The Mighty Mariner Career Summit 2025, hosted at Ganpat University, Mehsana, concluded with resounding success on 28th November 2025. The event inspired and empowered hundreds of aspiring maritime professionals, establishing itself as a strong platform for knowledge exchange, industry exposure, and career-building opportunities. Organised by the International Maritime Club (IMC) and the International Maritime Institute (IMI), in association with Aries Energy, AIMRI, and Ganpat University, the summit brought together leading figures from the maritime industry, academia, and student community for an impactful day of learning and engagement.

With the objective of bridging classroom learning with real-world industry expectations, the summit emphasised emerging career avenues across both sea-going and shore-based domains. Students had the opportunity to understand the evolving maritime landscape and gain insights into careers in logistics, offshore operations, marine law, renewable energy, ship management, maritime entrepreneurship, and more. The atmosphere remained vibrant throughout the event, driven by inspiring discussions, active participation, and a shared vision for building the next generation of maritime talent.

The speaker panel featured respected voices from across the sector, including Sir Sohan Roy (Founder-Chairman & CEO, Aries Group of Companies), Madhvendra Singh (FCI Arbitrator and former CEO, Gujarat Maritime Cluster), Mr. Chirag Bahri (International Operations Head, ISWAN), Purvi R Kotak (Founder & CEO, Kotak Loggistics), and Amit Oza (Founder & CEO, Astamar Shipping). Their sessions blended practical wisdom with forward-looking guidance, encouraging students to pursue excellence while keeping pace with global maritime advancements.

In his keynote, Sir Sohan Roy highlighted the importance of global competency, adaptability, and leadership qualities for those entering the maritime field. He stressed the growing relevance of soft skills, sustainability awareness, and creative problem-solving in a changing international maritime environment. His address served as a key takeaway for young attendees aspiring for global roles in the years ahead.

The summit was held under the guidance and patronage of Shri Ganpat Patel, President of Ganpat University, whose support played a vital role in the execution of the event. Dr. Mahendra Sharma, Group Pro Chancellor of Ganpat University, delivered the university’s keynote and reiterated the institution’s commitment to nurturing industry-ready maritime graduates. He also emphasized the importance of integrating applied learning, research, and industry partnerships into academic structures.

Students received a holistic learning experience throughout the day, with opportunities to interact directly with experts, participate in discussions, and gain clarity on modern maritime career pathways. All participants were awarded certificates, and the summit was made accessible both physically and virtually to ensure greater reach and inclusivity. Many students expressed that the event broadened their perspective, helping them view the maritime industry beyond conventional sailing roles.

The summit was organised by IMC and IMI, institutions dedicated to fostering international maritime collaboration through education and leadership development. The initiative was supported by Aries Energy and the Aries International Maritime Research Institute (AIMRI), both recognised for their contributions to innovation, research, and the promotion of sustainable growth in the marine and offshore sectors.

The Mighty Mariner Summit concluded on an inspiring note, strengthening its mission to shape the future of maritime careers and providing young professionals with clarity, direction, and motivation to step confidently into the industry.