Unni Krishnan
Director, Ocean Gulf Agencies LLC,
Muscat, Oman
In the intricate world of international shipping and logistics, where agility, foresight, and precision determine success, few professionals have charted as distinguished and steady a course as Unni Krishnan, the Director of Ocean Gulf Agencies LLC (OGA) in Muscat, Oman. With over three decades of deep-rooted expertise in global logistics, Unni’s journey is not merely a progression through professional milestones—it is a narrative shaped by resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to service excellence.
Hailing from Guruvayoor in Kerala’s Thrissur district, Unni was raised in a family that valued education and discipline. His late parents, Chandra Warrier and Sarala Bhai, nurtured in him a quiet determination that would go on to define his character. With a background in commerce and additional diplomas in systems management and shipping management, Unni Krishnan built a solid academic foundation to enter the complex and dynamic logistics industry.
His career set sail in 1991 with the Tata Group’s shipping division—PATVOLK. As a young executive, he was thrown into the deep end of a highly competitive and operationally demanding environment. Yet, it was here that Unni’s natural flair for managing processes and people began to shine. Over the years, his diligence and results-driven approach propelled him upward, and by 1998, he had become Manager at PATVOLK, a role in which he earned the Best Performer Award—an early testament to his leadership and strategic insight.
In 2002, he joined Barwill Forbes, later renamed as Wilhelmsen Ships Service, a globally respected maritime group headquartered in Norway, assuming the role of Shipping Manager. Over a period of 14 years, Unni rose steadily within the organization, eventually becoming the Country Manager (Maritime Logistics) in Mumbai, Bahrain and Oman. It was during this phase that he refined his leadership approach and gained international exposure. At Wilhelmsen, his ability to solve logistical challenges creatively earned him the Best Innovative Person Award, further affirming his reputation as a forward-thinking professional. In 2016, after successfully completing his assignment with Wilhelmsen, Unni moved to Oman—a country poised at the crossroads of international trade and a burgeoning logistics hub.
In 2018, Unni Krishnan took on a new chapter as Director and General Manager at Ocean Gulf Agencies LLC (OGA) in Muscat. It marked the beginning of an impactful tenure where Unni’s decades of experience met a company eager to innovate and grow under his guidance. Under his strategic direction, OGA expanded its service capabilities and global presence, evolving into a name synonymous with reliability, customization, and technological advancement in the shipping and logistics domain.
Ocean Gulf Agencies LLC has since cemented itself as a dynamic player in Oman’s logistics sector. With a service ethos rooted in flexibility, efficiency, and global connectivity, the company empowering businesses through logistics to reach new markets and optimize their supply chains. OGA’s ability to adapt in a continuously changing economic landscape is a direct reflection of Unni’s leadership philosophy: to anticipate change, embrace technology, and never compromise on service standards.
OGA is also a trusted partner for Global leaders in ISO tank, serving sectors such as vegetable oil, chemicals, food grain transport, any liquid cargos and storage for oil and energy industry. It provides comprehensive services, including tank cleaning, repairs, and storage, while offering tailored solutions for special equipment transport such as flat racks, open tops, and flat beds, which are critical for over-dimensional and out-of-gauge (ODC/OOG) cargo.
Under Unni’s stewardship, the company has become a specialist in RORO logistics, offering global solutions for the transportation of cars, trucks, high & heavy equipment, and machinery via Roll-on/Roll-off ships. These unique services are widely recognized and utilized by major vehicle dealers, traders, and heavy industry clients across continents. The company provides essential support such as lashing, securing, transshipment, and customs clearance, ensuring seamless movement across borders.
Another pillar of OGA’s portfolio is cargo consolidation through both LCL and FCL modes in Oman. OGA accepts import cargo globally with weekly services and facilitates export via both road and ocean modes through Jebel Ali, supporting clients with comprehensive warehousing, clearance, and delivery solutions across the Sultanate.
OGA is also the agent in Oman for a globally prominent feeder line operating in consortium with shipping lines accepting SOC containers These strategic relationships allow OGA to provide coverage for over ten active service routes, connecting Oman to destinations such as China, Korea, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE, enhancing the country’s role in global maritime trade.
Ship brokerage services have also emerged as a key business area under Unni’s guidance. OGA now offers competitive solutions for cargo types ranging from steel coils, machinery, pipes, UN cargo, and military equipment, to dismantled rigs, pressure vessels, and yachts, utilizing vessels between 3,000 and 35,000 DWT with advanced lifting capacities.
With a strong base in air, sea, road, and rail integration, OGA has matured into a full-spectrum logistics company offering shipping agency, terminal services, warehousing, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery. Their innovative Sourcing to Distribution Supply Chain (SDS) model supports agri-fresh produce, opening new routes for agricultural trade.
Much of this success is a reflection of Unni Krishnan’s ability to blend traditional business acumen with an embrace of digital transformation. His deep industry knowledge, calm leadership, and team-building skills have made him a respected figure in Oman’s logistics community.
Away from his professional duties, Unni enjoys a well-rounded personal life, balancing work with his love for cricket, cinema, sports, and travel. These passions, nurtured since his youth in Kerala, continue to keep him grounded and provide fresh perspectives in an ever-evolving industry.
Unni Krishnan is married to Maya Unnikrishnan and the couple has two children. Their son, Rahul Warrier, who has a BBA, CLIT (UK) (the chartered institute of logistics and transport from United Kingdom) and Diploma in Marketing, is in an assistant manager at Ocean Gulf Agencies. Their daughter, Pooja Warrier, is a chartered accountant working as a Relationship Manager (Wholesale) with ICICI, Mumbai.
Today, Unni Krishnan stands as a distinguished logistics leader, admired for his professional consistency, innovative thinking, and cross-border operational expertise. His journey from the shipping lanes of Mumbai to the managerial helm of one of Oman’s most respected logistics firms is not only a story of personal achievement but also a reflection of the broader evolution of global trade.
In a world where supply chains are the silent lifelines of economies, Unni Krishnan and Ocean Gulf Agencies LLC remain unwavering in their mission—to connect markets, empower businesses, and deliver with trust, every time.
Contact Information
Contact in Oman: 98969847
Address in Oman: Ocean Gulf Agencies LLC, Office No.36, Al Thai Building, P.CODE 130, PO Box 2051, Qurum, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.
