RightShip, the maritime risk management and environmental assessment organisation, announced it has appointed its new CEO, Martin Crawford-Brunt, who will replace outgoing CEO Warwick Norman, after 16 years.
Mr. Crawford-Brunt takes up his new post on 12 March 2018 and will initially be based at RightShip’s London office. For the past decade he has held senior positions around the world, such as DNV GL where he was responsible for leading significant change, transforming business model and introducing innovative services.
Warwick Norman, who was recently awarded an Order of Australia for exceptional services to the maritime industry, finished as CEO of RightShip on the 31st of January 2018. He will continue to support RightShip as a strategic consultant to the board during the CEO transition process.
Peter Mannion, RightShip Chairman and General Manager Marine Operations at Rio Tinto, said: “Martin Crawford-Brunt is a highly respected and effective leader and the perfect candidate to lead RightShip through its next phase. We have been looking for a candidate who has the industry knowledge that will help us grow, as well as the personal attributes to lead and inspire a global team.”
RightShip’s strategic objectives will continue to be directed by the organisation’s commitment to pioneering new standards of safety and environmental sustainability in the maritime industry.
“Mr. Crawford-Brunt’s focus will be to achieve these goals by leading business growth, implementing leading-edge technology, engaging with industry and inspiring RightShip’s employees to continue working to fulfill the company’s vision,” said the company in an official statement.