AMET University Holds Special Convocation, Confers ‘Honoris Causa’ Degrees on Eminent Maritime Professionals
Chennai:
Port Wings News Network:
AMET University, Chennai, a premier institution in maritime and allied higher education, on 2 July 2026 conducted its Special Convocation Ceremony at the Anna Centenary Library Auditorium in Chennai.
The Convocation was presided over by Dr. J. Ramachandran, Founder Chancellor, AMET University, whose visionary leadership has been instrumental in establishing AMET University as a globally respected centre for maritime education, training, and research.
The Special Convocation marked the Conferment of the Degree of Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) upon three eminent leaders of the maritime industry, in recognition of their exceptional professional contributions, leadership, and service to the maritime sector.
The Citations of the ‘Honoris Causa’ awardees were formally read by Col. Dr. G. Thiruvasagam, Provost, AMET University, following which Dr. J. Ramachandran, Founder Chancellor, AMET University, presented the citations and conferred the Degrees of Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) in a solemn and dignified academic ceremony to Captain Mahendra P. Bhasin, Managing Director of MSC Crewing Services India and the Chairman of The Company of Master Mariners of India, Shivas Kapoor, General Manager and Head of Crewing at Hafnia, a prominent global shipping and tanker company, and Vikas Trivedi, Co-CEO – Ship Management, Synergy Marine Group, Singapore.
The Convocation was graced by Gauri Dutt Sharma, Vice Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya, as the Chief Guest.
In his Convocation Address, G D Sharma underscored the significance of maritime trade and trained maritime professionals in ensuring hassle free seaborne trade.
In his Felicitation Address, Dr. Rajesh Ramachandren, President, AMET University, highlighted the University’s continued commitment to academic excellence, industry-integrated education, innovation, and sustainability. He encouraged cadets to learn from the doyens of industry who received their degrees in honour of their service to maritime fraternity.
The Special Convocation Ceremony was attended by members of the Executive Council, Academic Council, Finance Committee, senior administrators, and faculty members.
The ceremony concluded with the National Anthem, marking a memorable, dignified, and inspiring academic occasion for the entire University community.
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