Our team is comprised of genuinely gifted minds
Thomas Kriwat is a graduate of the Faculty of Law at the University of Heidelberg, Germany. In 2000, he was appointed Managing Director of Reederei Eugen Friederich GmbH and Mercantile Marine Management. Subsequently, in 2006, he also assumed the role of Managing Director of Mercantile Shipping Company Plc.
Under his leadership, the Mercmarine Group of Companies was formed. With the vast experience he brings to the organization as the former CEO of Mercmarine and currently serving as a Director, he has been instrumental in strategizing the continual expansion and development of the Mercmarine brand.
He is the Chairman of Global Care Solutions Pvt Ltd and also serves as the Consular General for Sri Lanka in Bremen.
Under his leadership, the Mercmarine Group of Companies was formed. With the vast experience he brings to the organization as the former CEO of Mercmarine and currently serving as a Director, he has been instrumental in strategizing the continual expansion and development of the Mercmarine brand.
He is the Chairman of Global Care Solutions Pvt Ltd and also serves as the Consular General for Sri Lanka in Bremen.
Senior Management Experience in all HR matters, including set-up of companies and organisation of recruitment and training programs.
Experience in leading recruitment campaigns in Asia for different professions.
Sailing as Captain from 1999 until 2002 on medium size container vessels in world wide trade.
Special knowledge in:
ISM / ISPS,
Crew Management (full scope, including seafarers training)
Market knowledge in China, Sri Lanka, Philippines and all main recruitment markets for seagoing and shore-based personnel.
Experience in leading recruitment campaigns in Asia for different professions.
Sailing as Captain from 1999 until 2002 on medium size container vessels in world wide trade.
Special knowledge in:
ISM / ISPS,
Crew Management (full scope, including seafarers training)
Market knowledge in China, Sri Lanka, Philippines and all main recruitment markets for seagoing and shore-based personnel.
40 Years’ Experience in International Business Operations & Extensive Global Work assignments & Joint Venture Partnering. Qualified in Finance, Business Management & Forensic Accounting, including Supply Chain Management and Facilities Management. Also he is the Managing Director of Global Care Solutions PVT LTD.
● Former Advisor to the Hon Minister of Finance, Sri Lanka
● Former Head – Performance & Efficiency Management (PEM) Unit Treasury, Sri Lanka
● Financial Management & Business Turnaround Specialist
● Coach & Mentor to Senior Leaders
● Consultant & Business Advisor – Public & Private Sector Clients
● Former Advisor to the Hon Minister of Finance, Sri Lanka
● Former Head – Performance & Efficiency Management (PEM) Unit Treasury, Sri Lanka
● Financial Management & Business Turnaround Specialist
● Coach & Mentor to Senior Leaders
● Consultant & Business Advisor – Public & Private Sector Clients
With over 36 years of industry experience, our Director brings unparalleled expertise in training, leadership, and maritime services. He currently serves as the President and CEO of GigaMare Inc. since April 2013, leading the company for over 12 years with a strong focus on innovation and high-quality training solutions in Subic Bay, The Philippines.
Prior to this, he held the position of Director of Training Services at Wärtsilä for 24 years (1989–2013), where he played a pivotal role in shaping global training programs and driving workforce development in the maritime and energy sectors.
Prior to this, he held the position of Director of Training Services at Wärtsilä for 24 years (1989–2013), where he played a pivotal role in shaping global training programs and driving workforce development in the maritime and energy sectors.
With over 10+ years of experience in both public and private sectors, she brings strong operational and strategic expertise to his leadership roles.As Director of Global Care Solutions Pvt Ltd, he oversees business operations and international expansion, ensuring performance, compliance, and long-term growth.At Gigalingua Lanka, she drives the center’s strategy and development, helping connect Sri Lankan students with career opportunities in Germany through high-quality language training and global partnerships.
Previous roles include:
● Consultant – IWS Holdings Group
● Manager – Ministry of Foreign Affairs
● Senior Coordinator – Ministry of Finance
Previous roles include:
● Consultant – IWS Holdings Group
● Manager – Ministry of Foreign Affairs
● Senior Coordinator – Ministry of Finance