SIGTTO president David Furnival
David Furnival (Photo: BSM)
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David Furnival of Bernhard Schulte Ship Management has been appointed as the new President of the Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO). At the same time Christopher Bailey of BP Shipping has been appointed Vice President.

Furnival succeeds Luc Gille[ds_preview]t of Total who has stepped down after a three-year term as President.

»I would like to thank Luc Gillet for his service as the Society’s President,« states Andrew Clifton, SIGTTO General Manager. »During his tenure SIGTTO made very positive progress and fully enhanced its reputation as the industry body for liquefied gas shipping and terminals.«

»I now look forward to working with David Furnival as the Society presses ahead with the implementation of its new 2016 Strategic Plan. The initiative is aimed at ensuring that SIGTTO meets the needs and expectations of its growing membership in what is a dynamic time for our industry.«

»For my part I would like to thank the SIGTTO Directors and the members for their support,« comments David Furnival. »I look forward to the years ahead during which I will be fully committed to promoting the activities of the Society for the benefit of the liquefied gas shipping industry.«