AUTHOR’S BIO-DATA – CAPT. JAGJIT KHULLAR Captain Jagjit Khullar is a former Naval Officer who proudly served the Indian Navy for over 25 years, holding distinguished appointments across all four Naval Commands. His career spanned roles of great responsibility — from Joint Director at the Ministry of Defense in Delhi to Command Refit Officer at Kochi and Senior Staff Officer (Technical) at Port Blair. After an illustrious naval career, he continued his maritime journey as Chief Engineer in the Merchant Navy, sailing worldwide with the Shipping Corporation of India and Ambuja Cements. Driven by a deep passion for teaching, Capt. Khullar has mentored young marine engineers at TS Chanakya, IMU, and IMEI, and as Head of Engineering Faculty at BP Marine Academy, where he guided over 300 cadets under the UK-HND program. An MBA, motivational speaker, and writer, Capt. Khullar now serves with Ind-Aust Maritime, Navi Mumbai—continuing his lifelong mission to inspire and uplift Seafarers community through knowledge. His joint venture with Mr. Manoj, ‘Calm Seas Within’, brings together jointly their personal experiences and insights, shaped into a book designed to guide seafarers through the challenges of life both onboard and ashore.About the author – Mr Manoj Soneji, a surveyor and CEO Manoj Madan Soneji, fondly known as “The Ocean of Possibilities,” is a seasoned seafarer, visionary strategist, and founder of OCEANSTAR Maritime, Future Focus Solutions, and Mariners Lifestyle Hub. With more than 27 years of diverse experience across shipyards, offshore oil and gas projects, and maritime consulting, he has dedicated his career to building ecosystems that empower people rather than merely creating businesses. His leadership extends beyond professional ventures—he actively mentors mariners, inspires future leaders, and engages in CSR initiatives aimed at fostering growth, community, and purpose. Manoj’s philosophy is anchored in helping maritime professionals discover camaraderie, resilience, and a sense of legacy. His collaboration with Capt Jagjit Khullar while writing this book, ‘Calm Seas Within’, encapsulates this vision. It reflects his remarkable journey, showcasing perseverance, leadership, and the transformative power of navigating not only the oceans but also the voyage of life with clarity and purpose.