The Birth of OAR: A Solo Voyage

In 2023, Arshad Maliyakkal ,a passionate maritime enthusiast ,set out to revolutionize the shipping industry. With 8 years of experience in the sector, he recognized the potential for technology-driven solutions to optimize operations, reduce cost and to follow ESG (Environmental ,Social and Governance) strategy.

The founder stayed focused on his dream, turning down job offers to pursue his passion for maritime innovation. He gone through tough times ,but his determination helped him to face challenges.


Origin of OAR

We initially chose MUZIRIS, a nod to Kerala's(India) ancient sea port. But we soon realize the name was tricky to pronounce and remember.

To solve this we switched to OAR-a simple ,memorable name that aligns perfectly with our marine B2B startup's mission.

The founder stayed focused on his dream, turning down job offers to pursue his passion for maritime innovation. He gone through tough times ,but his determination helped him to face challenges.




The Journey Begins

"Working in the maritime industry ,he realized how outdated its technology was. He saw potential for improvement and shared his ideas with colleagues ,but they did not grasp his vision .He developed a detailed plan and sought out an experienced investor in the same field .The investor was impressed and wiling to invest. Although convinced delays and conflicts puts the project at risk. Refusing to give up ,he used minimal resources to turn his vision to reality."


Our values and global standard

We always follow our values and standards in order to act responsibly. By living these values every day, we ensure a culture of respect for our customers, partners and employees.

Creative

We make great product and solutions for our customers. This is why we embrace bold ideas and give them space to grow. We act with optimism and inspire one another.

Open

We value diversity, in people, opinions and experience. This is why we foster feedback based on honesty, respect and mutual trust. We learn from setbacks.

Responsible

We value the health and safety of people above all else. We make sustainability part of every decision. We are committed to strict compliance and environmental standards.

Entrepreneurial

We focus on our customers, as individuals and as a company. We seize opportunities and think ahead. We take ownership and embrace personal accountability.