Andy Symonds, Head of Commercial Owners & Managers at RightShip, boasts a diverse professional background spanning energy, minerals, freight, and carbon industries. Educated in market and finance, he has navigated turbulent markets across EMEA and APAC regions, gaining valuable insights and experience. With expertise in sales, business development, and relationship management, Andy leads his team at RightShip, focusing on promoting the company and staying abreast of market trends. His specialization lies in the commercial aspects of chartering vessels, with prior experience in pricing Baltic Exchange global freight indices. Now overseeing the Asia Pacific region for RightShip’s commercial department, he is all set to share his views on how RightShip brings winds of change in container liner risk governance.

Andy Symonds, will offer his insights on the significance of RightShip to the maritime industry, particularly the container shipping sector. As a leading authority, RightShip plays a pivotal role in shaping industry standards and practices. Symonds will delve into the evolving risk landscape surrounding arriving vessels, exploring how ports perceive and manage these risks. Additionally, he will discuss the importance of transparency in vessel information and insights, emphasizing the need for both quantitative data and qualitative assessments to ensure informed decision-making and enhance safety measures within the maritime sector. Attendees can expect a comprehensive analysis from Symonds, shedding light on RightShip’s crucial role in navigating the complexities of the maritime industry.