LR appoints new head of marketing for MPS business

Mr Philippe brings extensive experience in commercial marketing, market development and management and will report to Chief Marketing Officer Philippa Charlton, leading the the marketing strategy for the MPS business, which brings together LR’s professional services, fleet management, fleet optimisation and its Maritime Training Academy.

Warner joins LR from satellite company Inmarsat, where he worked for five years as Senior Director of Marketing and Public Relations. Warner developed expertise in the maritime industry working for companies such as ShipServ and Informa. While at the University of Plymouth, Mark served five years in the Royal Naval Reserve.

Mark Warner, new Head of Marketing for LR Maritime Performance Services, said: “This is an exciting time for maritime as the industry tackles the challenges associated with decarbonisation and digitalisation. I am excited to be joining the Lloyd’s Register team and supporting clients through this transformation, utilising experience, skills and expertise I have gained in maritime over the last two decades.”

The appointment closely follows LR’s announcement of plans to accelerate the development of its compliance, risk and advisory, and digital solutions alongside the announcement of the sale of its Business Assurance & Inspection Services division to Goldman Sachs Asset Management in June.