The Sustainable
Shipping Initiative (“SSI”), a pioneering coalition of companies from across
the global shipping industry, today announced the appointment of Ian Petty as
its first ever General Manager.
The new appointment
reflects the SSI’s strengthening in depth and wealth of industry experience, as
well as its commitment to providing further resource to delivering its Vision
of creating a truly sustainable shipping industry by 2040.
Ian Petty will take
responsibility for the day-to-day running of the SSI and continuing to drive
this agenda forward. He will be working closely with SSI members to deliver
against core elements of the Roadmap, and engaging with and building strong
coalitions and support for change within the industry.
Following a period
of transition, Alastair Fischbacher, the SSI’s current CEO, will be appointed
Co-Chair of the organisation, and will continue to have an oversight
responsibility for the SSI. He will work with Ian and Stephanie Draper, SSI
Chair, to ensure that the SSI maintains and accelerates its leadership of the
industry to a sustainable future.
The SSI has made
significant strides in the last few years, including the development of a
landmark Roadmap, plotting the key milestones for success in delivery of the
Vision; implemented a structure allowing tangible developments in key SSI
workstreams on technology and finance; delivered on our shared commitments and
showcased leadership; driven progress towards cost effective responsible ship
recycling and raised awareness of the attractiveness of maritime careers as
well as building the SSI’s reputation as a progressive and authoritative voice
providing a long term industry perspective and charting a path towards a
sustainable future for everyone.
Alastair
Fischbacher said:
“Ian has a wealth
of experience in commercial shipping, and will play a key role in driving
forward the day-to-day operations of the SSI, championing the implementation of
the Roadmap, and working closely with our members to pioneer the social,
environmental, and commercial benefits of sustainability. Progress is being
made, and it is critical that we continue to inspire the industry to change.
This requires more resource from the SSI, as well as commitment from the wider
market, including new members, who can work with us to realise our Vision of
creating a better, more responsible and more profitable shipping industry.”
Ian Petty has
nearly 40 years of experience working within the maritime industry. Prior to
joining the SSI he was Director Group Operations and member of the executive
management team at P&O Maritime in Australia and Dubai. He was also a Project
Director at James Fisher Fendercare and James Fisher Marine Services as well as
being a Class 1 Master Mariner with seagoing experience in a range of vessels
and trades.
Ian Petty said:
“The SSI and its
members have shown considerable commitment by investing their knowledge,
resource and expertise to pro-actively inspire change within the shipping
industry. The case for a sustainable shipping industry is clear, there is much
at stake and a considerable amount that needs to be achieved. However, the opportunities
are significant, and I look forward to playing my role within the SSI, as well
as with our members and supporters in helping the industry seize them.”
The process to
recruit Ian Petty as General Manager was conducted in conjunction with partner
Spinnaker Global.
Source:
Hellenic
shipping news.
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