Future of Ships, Shipping and Environmental Sustainability Conference

The Future of Ships, Shipping and Environmental Sustainability Conference is the IMarEST’s member-led conference, which brings together the engineering, science and technology community.

The one-day conference will include a range of sessions, speakers and experts from across the marine sector.

Taking place at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour on 9 July, the conference will feature plenary keynotes and panels, organised into three streams under the headings of Technology, Human Contribution and Environment.

You’ll be hearing from speakers from the London School of Economics, BMT, DNV, Lloyd’s Register, BIMCO and the UK Engineering Council, as well as international universities and marine leaders.

By attending multiple sessions, attendees can build their own agenda, tailored to their personal needs and professional goals.

Find out more/book tickets here.

Hot Jobs – Top 10 maritime vacancies – June 2024

For over 25 years, Spinnaker has been assisting shipowners, shipmanagers, oil majors, and P&I clubs in fulfilling their maritime recruitment requirements. Every day, we receive a constant influx of new job openings, all conveniently listed on our website. To simplify your job search, we have handpicked a collection of the ten most sought-after positions available right now. Get in touch if you’re interested but do it quickly as they won’t be around for long!

A full list of current vacancies can be found on our website:

Marine Disputes Associate – London/Remote

Our client, an international law firm is seeking a Shipping Disputes lawyer in London or you can have the opportunity to work remotely. The firm is busy with repeat instructions, so you can expect autonomy to run your own cases from the outset and the opportunity to travel to meet clients internationally.

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Marine Underwriter – London, UK

In this role, you will undertake business development (developed relationships with shipowners, insurance brokers and business partners), underwriting for new business, managing accounts, and liaising with claims handlers, technical staff and other teams. Knowledge of loss of hire, war insurance and P&I for charterers & owners would be advantageous.

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Director (P&I Claims) – Newcastle, UK

We are seeking an experienced Director and qualified solicitor (England & Wales) to lead and manage a marine team for a specialist shipping law firm in Newcastle. The ideal Solicitor must have 8+ years PQE and must have covered all types of marine matters, with extensive experience dealing with P&I and FD&D claims.

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Chem/Product Tanker Operator – London, UK

We are currently working with an international shipowner with an expanding fleet that are on the lookout for an experienced Tanker Operator with Chems/ Product Tanker experience to join their team in London. This position has arisen off the back of fleet expansion with several new Chem/ Product Tankers being delivered which they intend this hire to take responsibility for.

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Freight Trader – Singapore

Work with other team members based in Switzerland and India and ensure they have accurate and timely information. Continuously evaluate the market conditions and sharing findings and recommendations with the rest of the team. Evaluate vessels and price voyage freight and negotiate freight contracts. Maintain existing and develop new relationships with clients, brokers, agents, owners and charterers. Closely follow the performance of voyages and work closely with the Operations Department based in Switzerland and India

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Senior Solicitor (FD&D Claims) – London, UK

In this role, you will be reporting to the Head of FD&D Claims and other colleagues to support any business development, you will assist with audits, prepare agendas and reports, and supervise and manage colleagues within the FD&D team. This role will entail supporting the Head of Claims to build and maintain a high performing team.

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Operations Executive (Dry Bulk) – Dubai, UAE

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Operations Executive to join a team in Dubai. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and handling daily vessel operations, ensuring voyages are planned and executed efficiently, saving costs and time, and leading to optimal fleet turnaround.

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Team Head Post Fixtures Operations – Dubai, UAE

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Team Head to oversee all aspects of post-fixture shipping operations for tanker and bulk vessels. This is a crucial leadership role responsible for managing a team of professionals, ensuring contractual compliance, optimizing vessel performance, and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.

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Chartering Executive (Dry Bulk) – Dubai, UAE

We are seeking an experienced and driven Chartering Executive to join a Dry Bulk team in Dubai. In this critical role, you will be responsible for identifying and capitalizing on profitable chartering opportunities in the spot market, negotiating favorable charter contracts, and optimizing vessel allocation.

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Dry Shipping Analyst – Dubai, UAE

We are seeking an experienced Shipping Analyst to join an established team in Dubai. In this critical role, you will provide essential insights and analysis on developments, changes, and trends in the bulk shipping market to assist the commercial team in strategic planning.

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For more information on any of the jobs above, please email Spinnaker.

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