Maritime Leadership News


Stephanie Dominguez Walton Elected as Board President for Port of Oakland

Jul 14, 2026

The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners unanimously elected Stephanie Dominguez Walton to lead as Board President. Fellow commissioners elected outgoing Board President Andres Cluver to serve as First Vice President, and Commissioner Barbara…

HDI Global US Restructures Underwriting Leadership

Jul 09, 2026

As part of its repositioning in the United States under the Xcelerate29 strategy, HDI Global (HDI) has appointed Bevan Greibesland as Chief Underwriting Officer, Specialty Lines, and Bruce Griffin as Chief Underwriting Officer, Long Tail Lines…

cruisePAL Restructures Senior Leadership Team

Jul 09, 2026

cruisePAL announced a restructuring of its senior leadership team. Effective immediately, Sankar Ragavan transitions from President & CEO to serve as President of cruisePAL, focusing on group-level strategy, investor relations, and the long-term vision of the platform…

Jonathan Oak Appointed as Senior War Underwriter at NorthStandard

Jul 08, 2026

NorthStandard has appointed Jonathan Oak as Senior War Underwriter.Oak joins from the UK War Risks Club and brings experience in war risks underwriting, including advising shipowners operating in complex and rapidly evolving threat environments…

Alex Gregg-Smith Takes Over As IACS Council Chair

Jul 01, 2026

IACS announced that, with effect from July 1, Mr Alex Gregg-Smith, President Marine & Offshore at Bureau Veritas, has assumed his duties as Chair of the IACS Council having been unanimously elected in December 2025.In preparation, Alex Chaired…

Giovanni Corbetta Appointed as New Chief Executive Officer at Unique Group

Jul 01, 2026

Unique Group, global leaders in subsea technologies and engineering, has announced the appointment of Giovanni Corbetta as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 1, 2026.Giovanni brings more than three decades of leadership experience across the offshore energy…

Heritage Capital Group Appoints Jamie McCurry as Industry Specialist

Jun 29, 2026

Heritage Capital Group, Inc., an investment banking and financial advisory firm serving middle-market and emerging growth companies in the U.S. and worldwide, has announced the appointment of former Georgia Ports Authority leader Jamie McCurry as an industry specialist in its Savannah office…

HDI Global Reorganizes US Operations, Welcomes New CEO

Jun 23, 2026

As part of its new group strategy Xcelerate29, HDI Global (HDI) announced a new organizational setup and leadership changes in its US business.In line with the Xcelerate29 strategy, HDI Global is pursuing growth in the US market. To meet the requirements of the coming years…

Congressman Suozzi Delivers Keynote at Webb Graduation

Jun 22, 2026

Webb Institute celebrated the Commencement of its newest class of naval architects and marine engineers, sending another group of exceptional graduates into the maritime and defense industries that depend on them. U.S. Representative Thomas…

International Chamber of Shipping Appoints John Denholm as Chairman of the Board

Jun 22, 2026

The Board of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has unanimously elected John Denholm CBE as Chairman of the Board.The decision was made by the ICS Board of Directors at the organization's Annual General Meeting, held at Palazzo Valentini in Rome…

Don Davis Appointed as New Managing Director at OCIMF

Jun 22, 2026

OCIMF announced the appointment of Don Davis as its new Managing Director. Don joins the organisation at a pivotal moment, as OCIMF enters a new phase following the recent evolution of its mission and brand to support maritime safety across the wider energy sector…

Elizabeth O’Connor Appoint as Executive Director of American Maritime Congress

Jun 16, 2026

The American Maritime Congress (AMC) announced the appointment of Elizabeth O'Connor as its new Executive Director, following a nationwide search. O'Connor succeeds Fair Kim, who has successfully led the AMC since 2021.Most recently, O'Connor…

SeaRenergy Restructures Management to Compliment Company Growth, Industry Trends

Jun 15, 2026

SeaRenergy Offshore Holding GmbH, a service provider for the offshore wind industry, is restructuring its management team to align its leadership organization with the company’s next phase of growth.After 24 years of service to the Rickmers…

USMMA Honors Top Graduates of Class of 2026

Jun 11, 2026

The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) announced its valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2026, recognizing two midshipmen who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and perseverance throughout their time at Kings Point…

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