Marine Managing Director

Derek joined Shield in 2019 as Marine General Manager and was appointed as Marine Managing Director in March 2021.

Derek started his career in the Royal Navy straight from school and served for 15 years, leaving the service in 1995. Following this, he has worked globally within the Marine sector in senior Procurement and Commercial positions.
Derek’s previous experience includes Supply Chain Management in China, Japan & Dubai and working closely with the Royal Navy & MoD on projects supporting the Type 45 Destroyer fleet.

In his current position, Derek is looking to integrate the Marine business further into the Defence and Cruise sectors, including having a global presence in the Marine services market.