Kevin Leach-Smith

Kevin Leach-Smith serves as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Operations at Taylor Maritime (HK) Ltd since September 2018. In addition, Kevin holds the position of Ambassador for Eyesea, focusing on real-time maritime pollution reporting and mapping since December 2020. Kevin's previous experience includes serving as Board Member at The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network from April 2017 to September 2023, Vice President Operations at Masterbulk Pte Ltd from August 2014 to August 2018, and Fleet Manager at Prisco Singapore from September 2007 to July 2014. Other roles include Marine Superintendent at Vela International Marine, Marine Consultant at AIC Dubai, and Berthing Master at ConocoPhillips. Kevin's educational qualifications encompass a Post Graduate Diploma in Marine Law from London Metropolitan University, an MBA in Shipping & Logistics from Middlesex University, a Class 1 (Deck) Master Mariner certification, and an HND in Nautical Science from South Tyneside College, along with a National Diploma in Nautical Science from Southampton Institute of Higher Education.