Team

Ian joined the board in 2019 and became Chairman two months later. Ian spent most of his working life with Siemens. He currently serves on the boards of a number of other companies and pension funds.

Kevin’s joined the board of directors in September 2019. Kevin is now the Chair of Aurigny Air Services and is the Chair of Trustees at the UK Sailing Academy charity in Cowes, Isle of Wight.

Stuart joined the company as Chief Financial Officer in July 2013 and was appointed as a Board director in June 2015. Stuart qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2007.

Judith joined the company in October 2018 and was appointed as a Board director in May 2019. Judith qualified as a Chartered Certified accountant in 2001.

Steve Hicks was a cadet in the Merchant Navy with P&O. He is one of the three pilots licensed for the waters of Scilly and is the Lifeboat Operations Manager for the St Mary’s Station.

Gary was appointed to the Board in August 2018. He has been practising as a Chartered Accountant for the last 30 years and is the Managing Director of Prydis Accounts Ltd.

Stuart joined the company as Chief Financial Officer in July 2013 and was appointed as a Board director in June 2015. Stuart qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2007.

Judith joined the company in October 2018 and was appointed as a Board director in May 2019. Judith qualified as a Chartered Certified accountant in 2001.

Chris joined Isles of Scilly Steamship Group in May 2021 as Technical Superintendent. Chris has worked within the shipping industry, both as Chief Engineer at sea and on projects ashore, for over 30 years.

Peter joined us in March 2024 as Site Manager for our new vessels build project. Peter has a wealth of experience representing ship owners with the build of more than 120 new vessels.

Tom joined Isles of Scilly Steamship Group in January 2022 as Marine Superintendent. Tom previously worked for Red Funnel and spent many years at sea before coming ashore.

Sharon is a Chartered Marketer and brings over 15 years of industry experience to her role, she joined the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group in July 2013.

David started with the Group in 2003 and was appointed senior Master in 2006, serving both Gry Maritha and Scillonian III.

Tom served as Gry Maritha’s Chief Mate for 5 years before taking on the role of Master in 2022. Tom worked for Maersk in its offshore oil and gas division before joining us in 2017.

Andrew joined us in August 2023. He has previously held management positions for logistic companies in the South East of England and has many years of experience in freight contract negotiations.