Ian Petty brings wealth of experience, as
leading maritime NGO invests in more resource to deliver its Vision for
sustainable shipping
London – 31 May 2016 - 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: American
journal on transportation. 31 May 2016
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