ICS Leadership Changes Confirmed

June 20, 2025

The ICS Board has nominated John Denholm CBE to succeed Emanuele Grimaldi as Chairman in June 2026.

  • Thomas Kazakos officially takes over from Guy Platten as Secretary General.
  • Three new Vice Chairs: Dr Gaby Bornheim (Germany), Carl-Johan Hagman (Japan), and Claes Berglund (Sweden).
  • Malta joins ICS as a Full Member.
  • Key issues discussed: GHG measures, protectionism, supply chain security, and seafarer welfare.

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