Jitendra Rami

Jitendra Rami is a maritime professional, Indian Navy veteran and former national sailing champion with 38 years of experience across competitive sailing, yacht operations, waterfront infrastructure and corporate leadership. His work connects the practical requirements of sailing and event operations with the infrastructure and management needed to develop successful host venues.

During his service in the Indian Navy from 1988 to 2003, he served aboard INS Vikrant and received the Chief of the Naval Staff Commendation. A multiple national sailing champion and international podium finisher, he also competed in a high-altitude regatta in Ladakh at 15,000 feet above sea level. He managed operations at the Naval Sailing Club in Mumbai and helped plan and deliver national and international sailing championships.

Over 21 years as Director at West Coast Marine Yacht Services, Jitendra has developed management systems for a fleet of more than 100 boats and yachts, established international OEM supply networks and overseen the sale of more than 100 vessels. He has led the delivery of over 70 floating and shore-based infrastructure projects across 17 Indian states, serving the Indian Navy, Indian Army, Coast Guard and commercial ferry terminals. His experience includes preparing marina development plans, advising the Government of Maharashtra and helping organise five ISAF Grade II match racing events in Mumbai.

He also serves as Director at M2M Ferries and Co-Founder and Director of the Bharat Clean Rivers Foundation. Earlier corporate roles included helping establish HyperCity in Malad and heading human resources at QualityKiosk Technologies. He holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Management and diplomas in Superyacht Operations, Labour Law and Industrial Safety.