The London International Shipping Week is the result of the collective expertise and dedication of the staff teams from Elaborate Communications and ship.energy. Founded by Sean Moloney, CEO of Elaborate Communications, and Llewellyn Bankes-Hughes, CEO of ship.energy (formerly Petrospot), LISW25 is orchestrated with precision and passion by their entire teams. Drawing on a diverse range of skills, from events management and design to public relations, sales, marketing, and database management, these professionals collaborate seamlessly to deliver one of the most esteemed maritime events globally. Their combined efforts ensure that LISW25 stands out as a landmark occasion in the maritime calendar.

Leadership Team

Llewellyn Bankes-Hughes

Co-Founder, London International Shipping Week

Luci Llewellyn-Jones

Event Director, London International Shipping Week

Sean Moloney

Co-Founder, London International Shipping Week

Andy Snell

Commercial and Operations Director, Shipping Innovation

Operations Team

Lesley Bankes-Hughes

Director, Shipping Innovation

Joseph Cleary

Business Development Manager

Debbie Edwins

Communications Lead

Erica Forrest-Owen

Marketing and Social Media

Paula Gibbons

Business Development Manager