Janani Yagnamurthy

Janani Yagnamurthy is a dynamic maritime professional and Senior Vice President, Product, Strategic Growth, Marcura, where she leads cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives. With a focus on building vertical AI solutions tailored to the maritime sector, she has helped uncover new opportunities for operators, traders, and charterers empowering them to make sharper commercial decisions, reduce operational friction, and proactively manage risks.

A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (FICS) and an accomplished specialist in Dry Cargo Chartering and Ports & Terminal Management, Janani blends deep industry expertise with a forward-thinking, data-driven mindset. Her professional portfolio spans digital chartering & operations, port and terminal management, and dry cargo chartering.

Beyond her corporate achievements, Janani heads the Understanding Shipping program at ICS Middle East and is deeply committed to community building and mentoring, inspiring the next generation of maritime professionals to excel.