Alex spent over 25 years at sea from cadet to Master before moving ashore. His seagoing career started with a BP Shipping sponsored MNTB cadetship and remained 'deep sea' for several years achieving the rank of Second Officer before moving into the offshore industry.

In 2023, Alex has a Masters of Law (L.LM) in International Law and Policy and is an active committee member of the Nautical Institute as an Associate Fellow (AFNI). He is a Graduate Member of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (GradIOSH) as well as a qualified Senior Investigator and Lead Auditor.

Find out more about Alex's career on the Coming Ashore Podcast (Podcast Episode).






 

John is a qualified Master Mariner with 16 years’ experience in the maritime industry and hold a BSc in Nautical Science. During his time at sea, John sailed on Container Vessels and Anchor Handlers and have survey experience on geared and cape size bulk carriers, LPG vessels, tankers and PCTCs.

In 2023, John currently leads an international Technical Team for the world’s largest independent marine surveying company where they ensure that their network of 250+ surveyors around the world carry out accurate, consistent and objective risk inspections. John took the leap from sea to shore in 2018 and knows
full well how daunting and challenging it can be.

Find out more about John's career on the Coming Ashore Podcast (Podcast Episode)

1. Trainee Broker (Entry-Level) - Clarksons

Clarksons Trainee Broker Programme offers you the opportunity to:

• learn about our business by working alongside experienced industry leading professionals
• gain experience, insight and exposure rotating across key shipbroking departments
• help form the foundations of your experience within shipping
• be part of a global cohort, with peer-to-peer support
 

London-based
Fixed term contract.
 

HM Coastguard (HMCG) is the operational arm of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) with responsibility for 6 Coastguard functions:

- Search and Rescue

- Pollution Response

- Vessel Traffic Management

- Maritime Safety

- Maritime Security

- Emergency and Disaster Management

There are three delivery disciplines within HM Coastguard Operations; Maritime, which coordinate activities from an operations room environment, Aviation which operates the Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) from an operations room environment and Coastal which provides a frontline emergency response on the coast.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join us within Maritime & Coastal Operations as the HM Coastguard Divisional Commander.

Ship Superintendency: An Introduction, 2nd Edition

It is hoped that the book will become a reference work to which marine Superintendents will refer when needed.

This book is intended to give those considering entering the marine superintendency discipline an understanding of the role of the Ship Superintendent. It is intended to introduce them to the wide range of duties and responsibilities. It is also intended for those currently in this role who may be looking for different thinking and methodologies. 







Insuring Cargoes - A Practical Guide to the Law and Practice 2023, 2nd Edition

This is a comprehensive guide to underwriting and claims practices for insurance practitioners. It covers topics such as marine insurance and international trade, the basic principles of marine cargo insurance, cargo loss prevention, policy construction and insurable interest.








Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit for Shipping

The ICS Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit for Shipping has been developed to create awareness and inspire change in the strategies, policies and practices that will enable the maritime industry to meet the needs of the diverse seafarer community.