Mumbai, July 14th, 2016:
Elektrans Shipping, part of the Elektrans Group, is pleased to announce that they, following a thorough selection process, have selected and are now implementing the Web based integrated fleet management system, Marine Asset Management System (MAMS). The system, offered by global SDSD Group, a well-known reputable maritime software provider since 1983, is being adopted by the Elektrans Group shipping arm throughout the entire Elektrans fleet and its global offices.
The Elektrans Group recognizes the synergies and benefits of implementing the MAMS ship management software for their global, and expanding, shipping operations.
The MAMS integrated fleet management system covers all aspects of ship management, including Planned Maintenance, Safety, Procurement, Crewing and Voyage Management, and provides a solid business intelligence and compliance tool.
According to Elektrans Group CEO Michael Elwert; “This is yet another important milestone in our strategic drive and ultimate goal – to be among the best performing integrated shipping service providers, as establish ourselves as a reputable shipowner trading to the highest standards.” He further added that: “MAMS is a state-of-the-art ship management
system that addresses the needs of any ship management operation regardless of staff and vessel capacity, complexity and locations”.
The system will allow Elektrans to share real time data on its shipping operations with relevant third- parties and stakeholders and drive higher compliance and data validity.
The implementation of MAMS will further accelerate the growth of the company while steering it towards gaining global accreditation as an integrated shipping services provider.
In pursuit of the company’s strategic themes, and to create a sturdy future foundation and e-frame, the company is adopting new state-of-the-art systems. The embracement of MAMS will eke the accessibility of the global market to Elektrans and vice versa. This initiative is another endeavour of the company to unfailingly strive to better serve its global customers and furnish the requirements of the international industry.
On this occasion, Capt. Michael Elwert (Group CEO of Elektrans Global) commented: ”Since inception, Elektrans has envisioned servicing the global maritime sector to the highest of standards. By implementing MAMS we are aggressively pursuing our strategic themes and surpassing the competition. The system will help us strengthen the structures, processes and procedures in our shipping division. We will continue to make our systems and people adapt to technology and practices that can elevate the industry as yield Elektrans a competitive edge”.
CEO of SDSD Group Tony Odegbaro expressed; ‘‘Today, the maritime industry is under immense pressure to increase efficiencies. We work with maritime professionals to identify their needs and tailor systems to improve their productivity and competitiveness. We are confident that the implementation of the full suite of MAMS integrated fleet management modules, by a visionary company like Elektrans, will positively influence their operations.’
About Elektrans Group
Celebrating 15 years as a business, privately owned Elektrans Group offers a wide range of tailor made and integrated shipping services to its global customer base.
From ship owning with technical management, e- commerce, commercial management to crew management, marine travel, ship recycling and freight forwarding services the company seeks to offer sustainable value added services to its global clients.
The company owns and operates its own fleet of tanker vessels and will continue to aggressively expand its fleet. With backward integration as the mantra, the company is supported by a growing number of 250 shore staff and 1500 ships crew. The Group offers its services through a strong foothold of offices spread in Singapore, Dubai and across 14 key locations in India.
About SDSD
SDSD have supported the maritime industry through specialist software development and technology services since 1983. The company has over 600 large and medium sized clients worldwide. Their portfolio includes the MAMS web based fleet management software, new web based sale and purchase platform VSnP, leading broker group messaging, chartering software, charter party editing software as well as software development and marine data entry services . In addition SDSD work with specialist partners to bring an extensive marine technology and services portfolio to clients.
SDSD are a global company with offices in London, Athens, Sofia, Plovdiv, Houston, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Visakhapatnam and Chennai.