The London International Shipping Week (LISW) Steering Group plays a pivotal role in shaping the vision and direction of LISW, ensuring it remains a premier international maritime event that showcases the UK as a leading global maritime hub. Tasked with overseeing all aspects of planning and delivery, the Steering Group ensures that the necessary resources and strategic direction are in place to build on the success of previous LISWs. By holding key partners, including the Department for Transport, Maritime UK, and Shipping Innovation, accountable, the Steering Group guarantees the event’s excellence. Furthermore, the group is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, making LISW a truly representative and forward-looking event for the global maritime industry.
- Chair
Richard Ballantyne
Chief Executive, British Ports Association
Llewellyn Bankes-Hughes
Co-Founder, London International Shipping Week
Helen Barden
Director - Ext Affairs, NorthStandard
Tom Chant
Chief Executive, Society of Maritime Industries
Geraint Evans
Chief Executive Officer, UK Major Ports Group
Gemma Griffin
Vice President, Head of Global Crewing, DFDS
Rhett Hatcher
Chief Executive, UK Chamber of Shipping
Mark Jackson
Chief Executive, Baltic Exchange
Richard Jones
Head of Governance, Maritime UK
Sharon Jones
Lead - Maritime and Defence Industry Engagement, Royal Navy
Lars Lippuner
Director of UK Customer Maritime Services, Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA)
Luci Llewellyn-Jones
Event Director, London International Shipping Week
Sean Moloney
Co-Founder, London International Shipping Week
Shahab Paya
Deputy Director - Maritime, Department for Transport
Nick Shaw
Chief Executive Officer, International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I)
