EMAS Offshore Limited announced that Capt. Kumar has been appointed as the company's new chief executive officer, effective September 25, 2015. Mr. Jon Dunstan, the current CEO has resigned in order to pursue other interests outside of the company but will remain with the company to handover and assist Capt.

Kumar until February 2016. Capt. Kumar, has more than 25 years of experience in the marine industry.

Prior to his appointment as CEO, he was Ezra Holdings Limited's Group Chief Operating Officer. Before joining Ezra Holdings, he was an Assistant General Manager of Bumi Armada Navigation Sdn Bhd and was responsible for its operations. He also held various positions onboard vessels while working for the Malaysian International Shipping Corporation.