The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) has named former Tamar Ship Management technical director Chris Goldsworthy as its new chief executive.
He takes over the position from Gwynne Lewis who is retiring, having been in the position since 2020, the London-based organisation confirmed.
Goldsworthy is a fellow of the IMarEST and former Cyprus Branch chairman, a post he held between October 2013 and June 2018.
He embarked on his career as an engineer cadet with P&O Containers, where he spent 16 years at sea, achieving the rank of chief engineer.
He transitioned to shore-based roles in 2005 as a technical superintendent, and his journey has led him to technical, fleet, management and director positions.
“Throughout his career, he has overseen diverse fleets, nurtured strong teams, and provided strategic leadership to boards and executives, exemplifying his technical acumen and leadership prowess,” IMarEST said.
“The Institute is unique in bringing together engineers, scientists and technologists in the sector and I am looking forward to working with our members to solve some of the biggest challenges we have ever faced, to shape a more sustainable future for the marine sector,” Goldsworthy said.
Kevin Daffey, chairman of the IMarEST Board of Trustees, described the outgoing Lewis as an “exceptional CEO, serving with dedication since mid-2020”.
“Under his leadership, we have witnessed remarkable achievements, including the recruitment of a talented executive team, and the successful implementation of new IT infrastructure,” Daffey said.
“Gwynne’s instrumental role in revitalising our Institute’s finances and fostering operational excellence cannot be understated.”
IMarEST is a registered charity and the international professional body and learned society for all marine professionals.
It describes itself as “the largest marine organisation of its kind” and promotes the scientific development of marine engineering, science and technology.
