Having been associated with boats all his life and having been an active yachtsman Mr. Mongia is a highly decorated yachtsman. Awarded with the Arjuna Award for the sport of yachting by the Government of India, he has represented India at various Asian Games and World Championships where has won several medals.
Aashim is also a founder member of the Asia Pacific Super Yacht Association and also Association of Super Yacht Services, and serves as the on the board of directors of the IMF, the Indian Marine Federation.
Under his leadership, West Coast Marine has completed over 20 Marina projects, has over 160 boats and yachts under its management. It also amongst the promoters of M2M Ferries and Mandwa Port.
Prior to starting West Coast Marine, Aashim was formally trained in superyacht operations, and served as Lieutenant in the Indian Navy between 1987 and 1994.