What really happens inside the Bermuda Triangle? Are pirates still hijacking ships? How do sailors survive massive ocean storms? And what is life really like in the Merchant Navy?In this episode of Project Life, Pankaj Sharma sits down with Capt. Amarjit Kauchhur, a maritime professional with 51 years of experience in the shipping industry, for a fascinating conversation about the Bermuda Triangle, Somali pirates, dangerous ocean routes, life at sea, and the realities of the Merchant Navy.Having started his maritime career in 1974, Capt. Amarjit Kauchhur shares stories from decades of sailing across the world's oceans, including his experience passing through the mysterious Bermuda Triangle, navigating dangerous weather conditions, and witnessing the extraordinary beauty of marine life.He also explains how modern-day piracy works, why Somali pirates hijack ships for ransom, how vessels protect themselves against attacks, and what happens when ships face emergencies thousands of kilometres away from land.From the Strait of Hormuz and Strait of Malacca to international shipping routes, global oil transportation, and the challenges of managing a ship and its crew, this conversation takes us behind the scenes of an industry that keeps the world moving.In this episode, we talk about:• The truth about the Bermuda Triangle and what Capt. Amarjit experienced while sailing through it• Are pirates still hijacking ships? The reality of modern-day piracy• How Somali pirates capture vessels and demand ransom• How merchant ships protect themselves from pirate attacks• Surviving dangerous ocean storms and waves reaching 15–20 metres• The difference between myths about sea monsters and real marine life• The fascinating experience of witnessing glowing ocean waters• What happens when a ship faces a medical emergency in the middle of the ocean• The importance of the Strait of Hormuz and Strait of Malacca in global trade• How shipping disruptions affect oil supplies and international commerce• How sailors manage food, drinking water and essential supplies during long voyages• The reality of Merchant Navy salaries, contracts and working conditions• Spending months at sea and missing important family moments• The responsibilities of a ship captain and managing a crew of 20–25 people• How maritime technology and communication have evolved over the decades• Why Dubai has become a major global maritime and shipping hub• Career opportunities, discipline and life lessons from 51 years in the maritime industryBeyond the mysteries of the ocean, this episode explores the courage, discipline, responsibility and sacrifices required to spend a lifetime working at sea.Capt. Amarjit Kauchhur also reflects on his personal journey, his 28 years in Dubai, the importance of family, and why honesty, hard work and experience remain the foundations of a successful career.Whether you're fascinated by the Bermuda Triangle, curious about Somali pirates, considering a career in the Merchant Navy, or simply interested in understanding what happens behind the scenes of global shipping, this episode offers a rare perspective from someone who has spent over five decades in the maritime industry.Watch the full episode and let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments.Subscribe to Simply Pankaj for more conversations about extraordinary careers, real-life experiences, global industries, personal growth and the people whose stories deserve to be heard.