My background is in chemistry, having graduated from the university of Newcastle-upon-Tyne with a chemistry degree in 2005 and I started my career in marine back in 2006 with Lintec, part of the Intertek group.
Joining as a lab technician I spent 3 and a half years performing routine ISO 8217 analysis on marine fuels before moving to the office as part of the customer services team, responsible for reporting fuel testing, BQS reports and involved with general enquiries and technical issues.
In April 2020, took over as Customer Services Manager at Intertek Lintec, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the department, with team members in both UK and Singapore.
Attended many industry conferences and events, including presenting at Oxford Bunker Course and Aracon.
Joined World Fuel Services in Feb 2025 as part of the Marine Technical team.
Sustainability challenges: Marine fuel supplier perspective Thursday @ 1:30 PM
Session Three Q&A Thursday @ 2:00 PM
Deniz is a Senior Consultant at UMAS and has a background in financial and investment analysis, with over a decade of experience in the shipping industry. At UMAS, Deniz focuses on projects that explore the commercial dimensions of maritime decarbonisation and assess how current and emerging regulations could influence the industry’s energy transition.
Commercial implications of the IMO's Net-Zero framework Thursday @ 11:30 AM
Session Two Q&A Thursday @ 12:00 PM
Alternative fuels shoreside storage vessel design Thursday @ 1:15 PM
Session Three Q&A Thursday @ 2:00 PM
Ports as energy hubs: A chance to sustain island connectivity? Thursday @ 3:15 PM
Onshore power supply: idealism or fallacy? Thursday @ 3:45 PM
Session Four Q&A Thursday @ 4:00 PM
Session Five Q&A Thursday @ 5:15 PM
Tania Berry is an electrotechnical expert in her field, with over 25 years’ experience in the maritime industry. With operator (Royal Navy), Class and design experience, she provides robust electrical engineering solutions that enhance the safety and operability of maritime operations. As BMTs Electrical Capability Lead, Tania collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, working towards aligning the electrical capabilities with strategic objectives, thus fostering innovation and excellence. Tania holds an MSc in Systems Engineering Management from the University of Strathclyde.
Ports as energy hubs: A chance to sustain island connectivity? Thursday @ 3:15 PM
Onshore power supply: idealism or fallacy? Thursday @ 3:45 PM
Session Four Q&A Thursday @ 4:00 PM
Alex is the Director of Standards and Performance at CalMac Ferries Ltd. CalMac is the largest UK Domestic Ferry operator managing a fleet of 35 ferries across the West Coast of Scotland providing a lifeline service to island and remote communities. Alex is an ex Royal Naval engineering officer who served as a Chief Engineer on Nuclear Submarines and has worked at CalMac for the last 5 years in engineering and safety assurance. Alex’s role includes supporting the move of CalMac towards a net zero future, working closely with CMAL who own the vessels that CalMac operate.
Practical experience of hybrid operations and future of decarbonising Scottish West Coast Ferries Thursday @ 9:45 AM
Session One Q&A Thursday @ 10:30 AM
Alan Crowle is a naval architect studying for a Masters by Research, at the University of Exeter. The focus of the research is into the load-out, fit-out, tow-out and installation of floating offshore wind turbines.
He has 53 years marine engineering experience, in the design, construction and offshore installation of marine structures for oil&gas, LNG terminals and HVDC platforms. He is a fellow of RINA, IMarEST and the Society of Consulting Marine Engineers and Ship Surveyors and a member of the Energy Institute.
Wet storage at construction ports for floating offshore wind turbines Thursday @ 3:00 PM
Session Four Q&A Thursday @ 4:00 PM
Lewis Hammell is a Chartered Engineer and Technical Manager with Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd. (CMAL). Lewis has worked with CMAL for 9 years, specialising in new vessel design and build projects for the Scottish West Coast and Northern Isles ferry services working from concept design through to vessel delivery/ in-service. These projects include all-electric/ battery hybrid, LNG dual-fuel, and Methanol ready vessels. Most recently Lewis has been working on the delivery of CMAL’s four Islay Class diesel electric battery hybrid sister vessels, currently under construction at Cemre Shipyard (Türkiye) and is leading on the flag ship Small Vessel Replacement Programme where a contract has recently been singed with Remontowa Shipbuilding (Poland) to build seven all electric vessels.
CMAL – A Journey to Net Zero Thursday @ 9:30 AM
Session One Q&A Thursday @ 10:30 AM
Jack graduated from the University of Plymouth with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management and Sustainability, followed by a master’s degree in Environmental Consultancy from the University of the West of England.
Jack joined BMT Ltd as a Graduate Environmental and Sustainability Consultant where he supports the delivery of environment and sustainability projects across the defence and maritime sector. He has worked on a range of projects focused on environmental performance and his experience includes conducting environmental impact screening and scoping studies for maritime defence platforms, developing safety and environmental management plans, and supporting compliance with environmental legislation. Jack has experience and an interest in the role of digital technologies in driving sustainable operations, particularly the environmental implications of data-driven operations in maritime decarbonisation.
Data driven operations in maritime decarbonisation: Enabler of progress or hidden environmental burden? Thursday @ 10:15 AM
Session One Q&A Thursday @ 10:30 AM
Arunanshu Jha, a cadet at the Indian Maritime University in Kolkata, has an expanding research portfolio that focuses on seafarer well-being and sustainable shipping. His research on dual-fuel LNG retrofitting looks at practical ways to reduce the carbon footprint of current fleets while paving the way for biofuels and other greener alternatives. He has previously given presentations at national maritime forums on topics such as sustainable fuel studies with INSA and research on mental health at sea. He contributes a cadet's viewpoint that is influenced by both technical precision and a dedication to useful, expandable innovation.
Retrofitting for realism: Establishing dual-fuel LNG as a practical decarbonisation strategy Thursday @ 1:45 PM
Session Three Q&A Thursday @ 2:00 PM
I'm Emily Kyle, currently working as a Marine Technical Quality and Claim Assistant at World Fuel Services. My journey in the maritime industry began with studying for a BSc in Nautical Science at Liverpool John Moores University, alongside training as a Merchant Navy Deck Cadet with the Conway Merchant Navy Trust.
During my cadetship, I sailed on a range of vessels—from buoy tenders and PSV to cruise liners and yachts—before qualifying with my Officer of the Watch ticket and sailing as a Deck Officer with Carnival Cruises UK.
I then transitioned ashore to pursue an MSc in Logistics, Operations, and Supply Chain Management at Newcastle University, which led to a role in logistics as a Supply Chain Coordinator and Analyst. While I gained valuable experience in supply chain operations, I missed the marine industry and returned in September 2024 to join the technical team at World Fuel Services.
Since entering the bunker industry a year ago, I’ve been focused on supporting fuel quality claims and analysing historical data trends to help improve our understanding of fuel-related issues across the sector.Sustainability challenges: Marine fuel supplier perspective Thursday @ 1:30 PM
Session Three Q&A Thursday @ 2:00 PM
Mohammad Mirzaei is a highly motivated and research-oriented maritime professional with 15 years of experience in, pilotage, port marine operations and shipping. He holds an MSc in Port Management (Outstanding, 2024) from Liverpool John Moores University and an MSc in Environmental Management (Distinction, 2016). His academic and professional journey has shaped a strong interest in maritime logistics, Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), port infrastructure and safety assessment.
In recent years, his focus has shifted towards applied research in alternative marine fuels, maritime transport and logistics, and decarbonisation pathways for the shipping sector. With extensive operational experience, he has demonstrated expertise in planning and coordinating port marine activities to maximise efficiency while ensuring compliance with the Port & Marine Facility Safety Code, HSE standards, and company procedures. He is committed to continuous improvement, safety culture promotion, and contributing to the sustainable future of the maritime industry.
Port infrastructure and safety requirements for ammonia bunkering of ocean-going vessels: a comparative, enhanced, and replicable framework Thursday @ 3:30 PM
Session Four Q&A Thursday @ 4:00 PM
Nikkii has 20 years’ experience in the upstream energy and maritime sectors gained in front end and detailed design engineering related activities, safety and risk consultancy as well as independent third-party verifications for compliances with Regulatory requirements. She has been involved in numerous offshore and onshore energy related facilities at various stages of the cradle to grave lifecycle of the asset, in Southeast Asia, Middle East, Canada and the North Sea.
Her current role with Lloyd’s Register is predominately focused on process safety aspects in LR’s Rules and Regulations development related to decarbonisation solutions and developments in both maritime and upstream energy sector.
UK maritime decarbonisation supply chain – opportunities and challenges. Thursday @ 2:45 PM
Session Four Q&A Thursday @ 4:00 PM
Dr. Capt. Ashraf Ragab is an Associate Professor of Maritime Transport at Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA), UAE, where he specialises in maritime education, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability transitions. He is a licensed German Master Mariner Unlimited with extensive seafaring and academic experience across Europe and the Gulf region.
Dr. Ragab earned his Ph.D. in Nautical Sciences from the University of Antwerp, Belgium, and holds an M.Sc. in International Maritime Management from Jade University of Applied Sciences, Germany. His professional portfolio includes roles as lecturer, maritime consultant, and evacuation systems researcher under EU-funded projects such as PALAEMON.
His research focuses on the integration of human-centred design into maritime education, safety management, and green transition strategies. He is particularly passionate about bridging the operational and academic aspects of the maritime industry, and his work often intersects with regulatory reform, MET curriculum innovation, and port readiness in the context of decarbonisation.
Systemic readiness for maritime decarbonization: legal mandates, educational reform, and human-centered implementation in the Gulf Thursday @ 4:45 PM
Session Five Q&A Thursday @ 5:15 PM
Green shipping: Technological innovation and legal risks Thursday @ 11:45 AM
Session Two Q&A Thursday @ 12:00 PM
Mark is a Naval Architect with almost 10 years’ experience in the marine sector following graduation from the University of Strathclyde in 2016. He has since been working with Lloyd’s Register and has undertaken several different roles within LR during his time such as Existing Ship Surveyor, New Construction Surveyor and Surveyor within LR’s Technical Helpdesk.
He now undertakes the role of Technical Key Account Manager leading the technical liaison between LR and their biggest clients in the UK and North Europe such as Maersk, Oldendorff Carriers, BP, and Zodiac Maritime.
This predominantly focuses on providing a dedicated technical support and management function to LR’s customers and aiding them through daily operational challenges, managing complex new construction/retrofit projects and assisting to navigate future decarbonisation related regulations.
Session Three Q&A Thursday @ 2:00 PM
Engr. Mao Tze Bayotas is the current acting program head of the BSMARE/BSMEET program of the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific, and is also the project lead of the Center for Green Seafaring Initiative. He has a master’s degree from the World Maritime University, specializing in maritime energy management, and he has completed his undergraduate degree at MAAP. He had experience in various aspects of the maritime industry from being an intern in the International Maritime Organization to ship management to maritime journalism and being a second engineer officer onboard ship. He is also active academically, having presented various scientific studies and published them at international and local conferences and journals. He is also the ITF Youth Representative, representing the Philippines in the previous COP and various international roundtables and discussions regarding seafarers' welfare. In pursuing his advocacy of quality maritime education and training, he is also the founder of Seafarer Youth United Philippines and The Millennial Seafarers.
Green seafaring initiative: capacity building of Filipino seafarers in a just transition towards a green and efficient maritime industry Thursday @ 4:30 PM
Session Five Q&A Thursday @ 5:15 PM
He is a researcher at the Maritime Human Factors Centre with a background in Naval Architecture and professional experience as a safety officer on a research vessel. His research focuses on risk analysis and safety assessment of maritime operations, particularly through the application of novel hazard identification methods that advance beyond traditional risk analysis approaches. These methods aim to support risk quantification and the development of effective risk control strategies. He is currently pursuing a PhD, where his work explores the integration of system theory and human reliability analysis to enhance the safety of maritime decarbonisation operations.
A systemic human factor analysis for enhanced safety in maritime decarbonisation Thursday @ 4:15 PM
Session Five Q&A Thursday @ 5:15 PM
Shaun White heads Foreship UK, a subsidiary of the Finnish naval architecture, marine engineering, and project management services specialist for shipbuilding, conversion, and refurbishment, Foreship Ltd.
Shaun has held several leading positions during his long career in the Maritime Industry, focusing on the issues that have become pivotal for the future of shipping, including alternative fuels, electrification, hybrid solutions, and energy infrastructure systems.
He is deeply committed to leveraging his expertise from the commercial shipping, cruise, passenger, and defense sectors to establish strategic industry partnerships, deliver pioneering solutions, overcome industry challenges, and advance the sustainable shipping technologies of tomorrow.
Human Element and Skills gap Thursday @ 5:00 PM
Session Five Q&A Thursday @ 5:15 PM
Rowan Wilkinson is a Senior Environmental and Sustainability Consultant at BMT Ltd, where she plays a principal role in delivering environmental and sustainability projects across the defence sector and beyond. Her work focuses on advancing environmental management practices and conducting lifecycle and environmental impact assessments for maritime platforms, systems, and services—particularly within naval shipbuilding.
Rowan is part of BMT’s growing Environmental Services Team, contributing technical leadership and strategic insight to projects that span defence domains, government departments, and international collaborations.
Prior to joining BMT, Rowan worked as an Environmental Officer aboard cruise ships, where she was responsible for regulatory compliance and sustainability initiatives at sea. She was also an Environmental Field Scientist on offshore survey vessels, gaining hands-on experience in marine data collection and environmental monitoring
Data driven operations in maritime decarbonisation: Enabler of progress or hidden environmental burden? Thursday @ 10:15 AM
Session One Q&A Thursday @ 10:30 AM
