Our Team
Mr. Nooruddin Bargir
Managing Director
Capt. Akbar M. Khalfay
Executive Director
Mrs. Binitha Gopakumar Nair
Head – Operations & Business Development
Mr. T. Krishnadevan
Chartered Engineer & Technical Consultant
Capt. Alim Bondre
Master Mariner (UK FG) | Marine Superintendent
Mr. Nooruddin Bargir, MIIMS, MIAMCS
Managing Director Competent Marine Surveyor
Mr. Nooruddin Bargir is the Managing Director of DTA Marine Inspections and Survey Services Pvt. Ltd., India, and Owner of NOOR DTA Marine Services Co. LLC, UAE. With over 25 years of professional experience, he is a highly accomplished Marine Surveyor and Consultant specializing in marine, cargo, vessel, container, and industrial inspections.
He has successfully led inspection and survey operations at major ports, container freight stations, depots, warehouses, and industrial facilities across India, the UAE, and international locations. His expertise spans bulk, breakbulk, containerized, project, refrigerated, and high & heavy cargo, as well as ISO tanks, RoRo cargo, seaworthiness surveys, draught surveys, P&I Club inspections, and marine claims.
Mr. Bargir is widely recognized for his technical competence in Empty Container Depot management, compliance with IMO, IMDG, IACS, DGFT, and international standards, and his ability to deliver accurate, timely, and client-focused inspection solutions. Under his leadership, the company is supported by a strong team of experienced marine surveyors, engineers, and master mariners, along with an extensive international associate network.
Capt. Akbar M. Khalfay, MSc (UK), FICS
Executive Director Master Mariner | Maritime & Port Infrastructure Expert
Capt. Akbar M. Khalfay is a highly respected maritime and port infrastructure professional with over 45 years of global experience across shipping, marine operations, port development, offshore logistics, project management, and quality systems. A Master Mariner with advanced academic credentials from the UK, he uniquely combines deep seagoing expertise with strategic leadership at the highest corporate and governmental levels.
He has played a pivotal role in the planning, privatization, and development of major Indian ports, leading multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects in Odisha, Haldia, and Kakinada, and contributing to India’s first environmental clearance for a greenfield private port. His experience spans feasibility studies, environmental compliance, rail and road connectivity planning, fleet management, offshore operations, and organizational restructuring.
Capt. Khalfay has held senior leadership roles across international maritime hubs including India, the UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and Southeast Asia. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (London) and an accomplished advisor known for delivering complex maritime and infrastructure projects with precision, safety, and long-term value.
Mrs. Binitha Gopakumar Nair
Mrs. Binitha Gopakumar Nair is a highly experienced professional with over 16 years of expertise in Chartered Engineer Certification, Machinery Valuation, Marine Surveys, and Import/Export Compliance.
She specializes in handling technical inspections, used machinery valuation, CE certification, EPCG documentation, ISO tank and container surveys, and customs-related compliance for smooth import clearance at Indian ports.
With strong knowledge of CBIC Circular 07/2020, customs procedures, and technical documentation requirements, she assists importers, exporters, CHAs, and end users in achieving hassle-free cargo clearance without delays or compliance concerns.
She regularly attends marine industry events and exhibitions to stay updated with the latest market requirements, customs regulations, and international trade practices—ensuring clients receive practical, up-to-date, and reliable guidance.
- Expert in Used Machinery Valuation & CE Certification
- Strong Coordination with Customs, CHAs & Importers
- Specialized in Import Clearance Documentation
- Accurate Technical Reporting & Compliance Support
- Focused on Smooth and Timely Cargo Clearance
Mrs. Binitha is known for her professionalism, technical accuracy, and commitment to delivering dependable compliance solutions for clients across multiple industries
Mr. T. Krishnadevan
Mr. T. Krishnadevan is a highly experienced Chartered Engineer and Technical Consultant with extensive expertise in the inspection, valuation, and certification of used machinery, industrial plants, capital equipment, marine assets, and engineering systems.
With strong technical knowledge and practical experience in customs regulations and import compliance procedures, he provides professional guidance for the valuation and certification of imported second-hand machinery and equipment in accordance with applicable Indian Customs and international engineering standards.
- Used Machinery & Capital Equipment Valuation
- Chartered Engineer Certification (CEC)
- Import & Export Technical Consultancy
- DGFT & EPCG Compliance Certification
- Residual Life Assessment
- SCOMET Certification
- Plant & Machinery Inspection
- Industrial Asset Verification
- Technical Documentation & Compliance Support
Mr. Krishnadevan's practical understanding of customs requirements and engineering principles enables efficient handling of technical certification assignments, assisting importers, exporters, project owners, financial institutions, and end users in achieving smooth regulatory compliance and customs clearance of machinery cargo across Indian ports.He is committed to delivering technically accurate, independent, and professional engineering services with emphasis on quality, integrity, and timely execution.
Capt. Alim Bondre
Master Mariner (UK FG) | Marine Superintendent
Capt. Alim Bondre is a highly accomplished Master Mariner (UK – Foreign Going, Unlimited) with over 30 years of maritime experience, including 25 years at sea and senior shore-based management roles. As Marine Superintendent at DTA Marine Inspections and Survey Services Pvt. Ltd., he provides strong technical and operational leadership across marine inspections, vessel management, audits, compliance, and crew operations.
He has commanded a wide range of vessels—including bulk carriers (Handy to VLOC), product tankers, container ships, and passenger vessels—and has managed fleets of up to 17 dry cargo vessels. His notable achievements include commanding one of the world’s earliest Post-Panamax vessels with air-bubble hull technology, preparing an aging vessel for USCG inspection with zero deficiencies, and developing an operational rest-hour compliance software for seafarers.
At DTA Marine, Capt. Bondre supports vessel inspections, audits, dry dockings, ISM implementation, PSC readiness, and safe cargo operations, reinforcing the company’s commitment to technical excellence, safety, and international compliance standards.