As of 1stJune 2023, Morten Axel Petersen will join the DESMI Group as Group CFO. Morten is an experienced Senior Executive and CFO. His experiences include, among others, CFO roles in both private equity owned and publicly listed companies.

Yoram Cohen, the visionary founder of the Liberia Shipping and Corporate Registry (LISCR) who oversaw the phenomenal rise of the Liberian Flag Registry into the worlds best, fastest-growing, and second-largest following its decline during t

Simpson Spence Young (SSY), the worlds largest independent shipbroker, has today announced the appointment of Roar Adland (Ph.D, FICS) to the role of Global Head of Research, effective from May 2023. Internationally recognised with over twe

Following a competitive selection process, Professor Max Mejia has been selected by the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization, Chancellor of the university, to succeed Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry as the new President

He holds a Master of Science in Naval Architecture from the University of Genova (Italy) andjoin RINA in 2002 in Italy, followed by various positions in project management, business development and technical support. His previous position i

On February 2, China Classification Society announced that Zhao Yan was appointed the Senior Vice President of China Classification Society, a member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee. It is understood that Zhao Yan previousl

According to China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited, on February 1, China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited announced Mr Wen Gang as the Chairman, Secretary of the Party Committee of China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited.

With 126 years of industry experience behind it, Skuld, a world leading marine insurer, should have seen it all. However, global health crises, geopolitical unrest and the need for industry transformation are ushering in a new age, with new

Lord Jeffrey Mountevans has been appointed Chairman of the Baltic Exchange Council with effect from 1 January 2023. He succeeds Denis Petropoulos, who has held the position since June 2019. A former Lord Mayor of London (2015/2016) and ex-C

On December 5, The State Council of People Republic of Chinaannounced the appointment of FuXuyin as Deputy Master of MinistryofTransportof China. Fu Xuyin, Member of CPC Leadership Group, Deputy Master of MinistryofTransportof China. Speaki

Silverstreams CEO,Noah Silberschmidt, has been named as one ofLloyds Lists Top 10 Technology Leaders of 2022, which is a list of individuals who are at the forefront of maritime technology and driving industry innovation. The achievement co

During the Maritime Awards Gala in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Mr Kommer Damen was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was handed to him by chairman Bas Ort (NMT) on behalf of the joint Dutch maritime sector. Mr Damen rec

On October 26, Zhonggu Logistics issued an announcement on the appointment of the companys senior managers. The announcement pointed out that due to the strategic development needs of Zhonggu Logistics, Mr. Li Yonghua is planned to be appoi

Claus Gronborg Claus Gronborg has been appointed CEO of Maersk Product Tankers one of the largest product tanker owners in the world. Gronborg takes over the leadership of Maersk Product Tankers on October 1 from Christian M. Ingerslev. Gro

Shell announced that Ben van Beurden will step down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the end of 2022, and that his successor will be Wael Sawan. Waels appointment is effective January 1, 2023*, when he will also join Shells Board of Dire