In an industry where safety is paramount, KARCO has emerged as a global leader in digital maritime training, shaping safer onboard operations since its inception in 2004. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, KARCO has earned the trust of over 400 clients worldwide, supporting more than 3,000 vessels across major maritime regions.
Founded by Capt. Praveshchand Diwan, a seasoned veteran with over 42 years of maritime experience, KARCO has transformed from a one-man operation into a dynamic company with a team of over 130 professionals. “What began as a personal vision is now an organization powered by animation experts, software developers, and a dedicated marine support team,” says Capt. Diwan. With offices in Singapore, Greece, Italy, Japan, and China, KARCO is a preferred training partner for leading maritime companies globally.
The KARCO Difference: Blending Innovation with Expertise
KARCO’s key differentiator lies in its state-of-the-art 3D animated videos, developed in-house. These videos simulate real-life onboard incidents and accidents as also videos developed for easy communication of complex regulations, offering an effective learning experience for seafarers.
“Creating animated movies as a tabletop exercise allows intricate details to be included, bringing a very immersive training experience to seafarers,” explains Capt. Diwan.
The company’s in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) Generated Avatar videos provide faster, customized training solutions. With a growing library of 96 AI Avatar modules curated by master mariners and chief engineers, KARCO delivers company-specific training content tailored to each client’s needs. “We can even create AI avatars of key company personnel to enhance training content delivery,” adds Capt. Diwan.
KARCO embraces new technology continuously. Its latest venture includes an AR division, offering seafarers immersive learning experiences. Using mobile devices, AR training modules simplify complex concepts through interactive engagement.
A Commitment to Safety: Joining Forces with Green Award
KARCO’s dedication to marine safety extends beyond training. As an incentive provider for the Green Award Foundation, KARCO contributes to creating a safer and cleaner maritime environment. “We recognized a shared mission with Green Award in driving safer, more sustainable waterborne transport. This partnership amplifies our impact on maritime safety,” says Capt. Diwan.
Innovative Maritime Training Platforms for the Modern Seafarer
KARCO’s learning management system, TRACE (Training, Analysis & Crew Engagement), transforms conventional training by helping seafarers internalize the real-world consequences of their actions, focusing on knowledge enhancement to minimize human errors—the leading cause of onboard incidents. To support a safer, more competent crew, KARCO has developed a suite of software platforms to tackle key maritime challenges.
DynamiCA (Dynamic Competency Assessment) offers companies a reliable way to assess crew competency for hiring and promotions, while NumeCA (Numerical Estimation of Crew Ability) provides numerical estimate of crew abilities, enabling informed decision-making.
KARCO’s latest addition, the Universal Training Record Book (UTRB), streamlines training record management, helping seafarers avoid redundant tasks and focus on meaningful progress.
Recognizing that the maritime industry often operates in silos, KARCO introduced the Partnership Model—a “ONE FOR ALL, ALL FOR ONE” where each partner benefits from the engagement of the other, with KARCO being the nodal point to facilitate more engaging, effective and economical solutions for all partners. This model grants our partners full access to current offerings and future developments, ensuring continuous innovation.
“We don’t just train; we empower seafarers to make safer decisions at sea,” says Capt. Diwan, highlighting KARCO’s knowledge-refining approach, which has already helped over 75,000 seafarers globally enhance their skills and maintain compliance with industry standards.
With a proven track record of delivering innovative, high-impact training solutions, KARCO continues to set the standard for safety and operational excellence in the maritime industry. For more information, visit www.karco.in or email marketing@karcoservices.com, karco@karcoservices.com, or call +91-22-40020639 / +91-9167343270.
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