North

Tony is a qualified solicitor who worked for ten years in private practice before joining North of England's P&I Department. He now manages the Club's Greek Office and deals with all aspects of P&I Claims.

Graham joined the Association in 1986. He has a B.Ed (Honours) and LLB (Honours) and mainly deals with cargo claims.

Claire joined the Association in 2006 from local maritime lawyers Rayfield Mills. She is a solicitor and has an LLB (Honours) degree. Prior to qualifying as a solicitor, Claire was a police officer for five years. She is primarily engaged in cargo claims.

Barry joined the Association in April 1999 from the Gard P&I Club in Norway. Having graduated with a law degree from Cambridge University, Barry qualified as a solicitor in 1990 and, prior to joining Gard, worked for international law firm Clifford Chance in London and in Hong Kong. As well as being admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales, he is also admitted as a solicitor in Hong Kong.

Iain holds a British Master Mariner's Certificate, has spent sixteen years at sea and has sailed as Master on bulk carriers. On leaving sea, Iain joined Clyde & Co in London where he was involved in "dry work". He joined the Association's Claims Department in July 1995, worked in the Hong Kong Office between 2000 and 2004 (obtaining and LLB (Honours) in 2002) and moved to Singapore at the beginning of 2007 to set up and manage the Association's Singapore Office. Iain primarily handles admiralty, pollution ad cargo claims.

Richard joined North of England from Shell International Shipping in 1994. He sailed as Chief Engineer, and on a variety of ship types. He joined the Underwriting Department in 1998 and is one of the Underwriters working on both P&I and Hull and Machinery.

Joy joined the Association in 2007 in the newly created post of Information Services Executive. She is responsible for developing and organising the Association's information and knowledge into the Knowledge Base, maintaining the Intranet and carrying out legal and business research. Before joining the Association, Joy worked in a range of information roles, most recently running the information service of a large, national law firm.

Nicola joined the Association in February 2000 and is responsible for all pool claims and reinsurance. Previously she was employed with Newcastle P&I Association for eleven years.

Dawn worked at Newcastle solicitors Ingledew Botterell as an office junior and worked her way to secretary. She joined Newcastle P&I Association in March 1989 before moving to North of England. Dawn joined the Risk Managment Department in November 2009, where she is responsible for both loss prevention and survey activities in the department.

Gary joined the Association in November 2003. He graduated from the Shanghai Maritime University with a BA degree in International Shipping Business in 1999. Before he went to the UK to study Maritime Law in the University of Southampton and obtained an LLM in 2002, he had two years working experience with the operating/chartering department in one of the largest shipping companies in China. Gary passed the UK Common Professional Examination in 2003.

Kenny was called to the Singapore Bar in 2005. Prior to joining the Association in 2008, he spent 3 years with Singapore lawyers Allen & Gledhill LLP where he specialised in shipping and admiralty litigation.

Joanne, a qualified solicitor since 1996, joined the Association in 2007 from maritime solicitors Rayfield Mills and Mills & Co., where she specialised in a wide range of shipping matters, including P&I and FD&D related work. Joanne trained at Stephenson Harwood, where she also worked for one year after qualification. Joanne has a BA (Honours) degree in English and French Law and a Diplome des Etudes Universitaires Générales in Law from the University of Bordeaux.

Steven studied law at Durham University and was admitted as a solicitor of England and Wales in April 2002. Prior to joining the Association in 2005, Steven spent time working for the international law firm Clifford Chance LLP in London and Brussels and spent three years practicing insurance and commercial litigation at the insurance specialist law firm Barlow Lyde & Gilbert.

Andrew joined the Association in 1986. He studied the Hague Rules and International Trade while gaining an LLB (Honours) degree in law. He is concerned with cargo claims.

Dean commenced work with the Association in 2006 and is primarily involved in providing general assistance to Underwritiers, preparing documents and liasing with Members and Brokers with regards to various aspects of cover.

Adam has been a qualified solicitor since 2004 and has an LLB (Honours) law degree. He joined the Association in May 2008 from international law firm Eversheds LLP, where he specialised in maritime law, having previously worked for maritime law firm Rayfield Mills. Prior to that, after qualifying, he worked for a boutique personal injury law firm Marrons, specialising in industrial disease litigation. Adam works in our Claims Department dealing mainly with personal injury, stowaways, passenger and general crew claims.

Graeme commenced work with Newcastle P&I Association in 1987. He is an Underwriter evaluating and providing quotations for potential new Members and additional ships to existing fleets.

Neil joined Newcastle P&I Association in 1995. He primarily handles cargo claims and coordinates training matters within the P&I Department.

Lucy joined the Association in 1999 and has been a member of the Claims Department since 2002. Lucy deals specifically with personal injury, stowaways, general crew and passenger claims. In 2007 Lucy obtained and LLB (Honours) law degree from Northumbria University.

Adrian joined the Association in 1999 from maritime lawyers Rayfield Mills having previously worked in Eversheds' Shipping Department. Adrian became a Manager in 2003. He is involved in all types of claims and has particular responsibility for overseeing the claims of charterer Members. Adrian also heads North's Offshore Team dealing with specialist and offshore operations.

Sanchit first went to sea as a Navigating Cadet in 1997. He has served on various types of ships including container ships, oil tankers and LPG tankers. He has experience in ship to ship cargo transfer operations on oil tankers and LPG tankers. Sanchit is a qualified Master Mariner and has completed the Association's Distance Learning Course in P&I Insurance and Loss Prevention. After working in the Claims Department for over a year, Sanchit joined the Underwriting Department in March 2009.

Rodney joined the Association in 1973, after having served with the Merchant Navy for a period of four years as a cadet and later as a Junior Navigating Officer. He gained an ACII (Marine). As a consultant Rodney is responsible for specific projects within the company.

Elizabeth joined North of England in May 2007. Prior to joining the Association, she was working for Space Imaging Inc, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin. Her current responsibilities include all matters in the Singapore Office which relate to secretarial and office administration.

Lisa joined the Association's Postal Department in 2008 after working in customer service. Lisa has recently moved to the IT Department and is responsible for providing initial support and guidance to users experiencing IT difficulties.

Richard obtained an MSc in Computing Science from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne in 1993 and joined the Association in 1996. Richard is responsible for supporting all aspects of the Association's computer systems.

Tony joined the Association in 1985 and handled personal injury, fines, fixed and floating objects and pollution cases, until 2004 when he moved to become primarily involved with our sister company MSMI dealing with hull & machinery claims.

After spending twelve years at sea on a variety of vessels up to the rank of Chief Officer, Colin moved ashore and worked in maritime education for four years. He joined the Association's Risk Management Department in November 2006 and is involved in all aspects of the Association's Survey and Loss Prevention activities. He has a BSc (Honours) Maritime Studies and an MBA.

Ian obtained an LLB (Euro) degree from Exeter University and qualified as a solicitor with Clyde & Co in 1998. He remained with Clyde & Co for several years specialising in marine law. He left the Dubai office of Clyde & Co in March 2006 to join the Association.

Ashleigh joined the Association in April 2004 as an office assistant. In 2005 she was promoted to secretary for the Underwriting Department, where she worked for four years. In Spetember 2009, Ashleigh became an underwriting assistant, her primary role amongst others is to issue COFR Letters and Bunker/CLC Cards as well as providing assistance to Underwriters and Underwriting Executives.

Darren joined the Association in February 2007 having previously worked for six years at British Telecom in a consultancy/implementation role. At BT he worked with clients such as the NHS, the DWP and the City of Edinburgh Council. More recently he worked at the Leighton Group developing websites for Newcastle Airport, Sunderland Housing Group and Huntsman Petrochemicals amongst others.

Gary joined the Association in 2007 after previously working in the insurance department of the Automobile Association for four years. His main role is providing assistance to the Underwriters, preparing documents and liaising with Members and Brokers with regards to various aspects of cover.

Robin commenced work with the Association in July 1991. He is primarily involved with the supervision of the Department as well as providing assistance to the Underwriters, liaising with Members and Brokers on various aspects of cover and documentation required. Robin's main geographical account areas are Middle East, Turkey and India.

Mike joined the FD&D Department in July 1999. Prior to joining the Association, Mike was a partner with the Houston maritime law firm Eastham, Watson, Dale & Forney. He was called to the Bar of the State of Texas in 1987, and is also admitted to practice law in The District of Columbia and Maine.

Denise joined the Association in May 1989. She is responsible for support both loss prevention and survey activities in the Risk Management Department. In particular, Denise administers the distance learning course and in-office training courses offered by the Association.

Julie has been with the Association for over thirty years. She is responsible for the production and organisation of all Board Meetings and Agenda papers as well as for internal management meetings. Julie also looks after the diary management and administrative requirements of Alan Wilson and Paul Jennings and liaises with other departments, Board Members and representatives of external bodies on their behalf.

Thya is a barrister and was called to the English Bar in 1991 and to the Singapore Bar in 1993. Prior to joining the Association's FD&D Department in July 1996, he practised for three years with Singapore lawyers Drew & Napier specialising in shipping and admiralty law. Thya joined the Underwriting Department as an Underwriter in June 2001.

Maria graduated from the University of Birmingham with an LLB (Honours) degree. In 1990 she qualified as a barrister and following pupillage in chambers in Newcastle, Maria spent several years handling P&I and FD&D claims for the Standard Club. She then joined North of England and specialised in personal injury claims. Maria has recently rejoined the Asssociation after a career break to raise her family and is now assisting part-time on personal injury and crew matters.

Karen joined the Association in 2007 having previously worked for The West of England, Ince & Co and Clyde & Co.

Emma joined the P&I Claims Department of Newcastle P&I Association in 1994 and moved to North of England in 1997. She obtained an LLB (Honours) law degree in 2004 and then spent two years in the Association's Hong Kong Office where she gained an in-depth knowledge of the Far East market. Emma then transferred to the Associations Piraeu's Office for one year, gaining knowledge of the Greek market. She then rejoined the UK Office Underwriting Department as an Underwriter in October 2007.

Amanda graduated in 1997 from Liverpool John Moores University with a BSc (Honours) in Maritime Studies. After working at Liverpool & London, she joined the Association in 2000 and is primarily responsible for handling cargo claims.

Prior to joining the Association in 1995 Alan worked in Hong Kong and London for one of the largest shipowners for sixteen years. He obtained a Masters Degree in Business Administration in 1996. He became General Manager of the Hong Kong Office in June 1997 and was appointed General Manager Asia Pacific in 2007 following the opening of the Association's office in Singapore. He was appointed Associate Director in 2008.

Simon spent thirteen years at sea on a variety of vessels where he reached the rank of Chief Officer. His last ten years were spent onboard anchor handlers, and onshore in the training centre of a large ship operator. He joined the Association's Risk Management Department in September 2008 and is involved in all aspects of the Association's survey activities.

Before joining the Association in September 2005 Brian spent five years at sea, where he worked as a navigational deck officer on various ship types. Since coming ashore, he has also gained a BSc (Honours) Marine Operations from Northumbria University and an MSc Marine Transport with Management from Newcastle University. Brian is currently based in the Association's Hong Kong Office.

Savraj spent the first twelve years of his careeer at sea and was a Master for four years on bulk carriers and general cargo vessels. He has been ashore since 1987 and has worked with Shipowners/Managers as Marine Superintendent, Operations Manager before joining the Association in 1995. Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Ship Brokers and Nautical Institute, Savraj moved to underwriting after spending over a year in claims. He graduated from Northumbria University at Newcastle in 1998 with LLB (Honours).

Stephen is a solicitor and joined the Association in 2007 in both the P&I Department ( as General Counsel) and the FD&D Department. He has specialised in shipping and international trade since qualifying as a solicitor in 1980, was a founding partner of Rayfield Mills in 1993, is author of the Association's Guides on Bills and Lading and Letters of Indemnity, and is an experienced mediator.

James experienced life at sea working aboard small dry bulk carriers before graduating from the University of Liverpool with a BSc (Honours) degree in Marine Biology. He has since obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Maritime Law from London Metropolitan University. He joined the Association in February 2003 and worked in the Hong Kong Office from August 2006 to September 2009 before relocating to the Singapore Office.

Paul joined the Association in November 2005 after eight years working in the Insurance Department of the Automobile Association. His main role is providing assistance to the Underwriters, preparing documents and liaising with Members and Brokers with regards to their cover. The geographical area Paul is responsible for is the Far East although he also deals with several Cuban members.

Stephen has over twenty years experience in P&I cargo, admiralty and personal injury claims, and joined North of England in July 2005 from the American Club.

Graham qualified as a solicitor in Melbourne, Australia and in England, and became a litigation partner in the London shipping law firm of Constant & Constant. Graham joined the Association in 1998.

Marija has a Law Degree from the University of Zagreb, Croatia and in May 2004 she obtained an LLM degree from the International Maritime Law Institute in Malta. In December 2006 she also completed nautical studies at the Maritime Faculty in Rijeka, Croatia. Marija joined the Association in 2004 and relocated to the Hong Kong Office in June 2008.

Lucy is a qualified solicitor and joined the Association in August 2008 from Irwin Mitchell Solicitors. She qualified in 2005 and has practiced in the field of civil litigation/personal injury since 2000. Lucy is primarily concerned with personal injury and cargo matters.

Stephen is a former barrister who joined the Association in 1989, having spent four years with the Gard P&I Club in Norway in their Legal and Special Claims Department. Stephen is the Director with responsibility for the Freight, Demurrage & Defence Department. He also holds a Non-Executive Supervisory Board membership of the International Maritime Bureau, London.

Steve joined the Association in 1997, initially working in the Claims Department before joining the Underwriting Department in 2004. In addition to his general underwriting role, Steve has particular responsibility for the War Risks class. Steve holds a law degree, and is an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute.

Ben qualified as a solicitor in 2002. He joined the Association in June 2007 having spent five years with local maritime lawyers Rayfield Mills.

Mark qualified as a solicitor in 1984 and has specialised in FD&D claims ever since. After five years with Newcastle solicitors Ingledew Botterell (now Eversheds) he joined Newcastle P&I Association in 1989.

Abbie joined the Association in 1998 after having gained a BSc (Honours) degree in Sociology and Psychology. She has since completed the Association's Residential Course. Having spent eight years within the Services Department co-ordinating a number of the Association's publications, in February 2008 she joined the personal injury team within the claims department.

Peter obtained a degree in Commerce and Administration and worked in a port agency for nine years. He then switched career to maritime law by gaining an LLM in Maritime Law from the University of Wales, Cardiff and qualifying as a solicitor with Clyde & Co in 1993. He joined the Association in 1998 after five year's experience with Ocean Marine Mutual.

Iris joined the Association in September 2000. Prior to joining the Association, she worked in a recovery agent's office and with a large ship owner in Hong Kong dealing with cargo recoveries and cargo claims respectively. She obtained an LLB (Honours) and an LLM in Law from the University of London.

Tiejha qualified as a solicitor in 2004. She joined the Association's FD&D Department in November 2008 after having spent 6 years with Newcastle solicitors, Ward Hadaway, where she specialised in commercial litigation. Prior to qualifying as a solicitor, Tiejha spent 3 years working at Northern Electric Distribution Limited dealing with claims brought by other utilities for damage to their equipment.

Mari joined the Association in 1998, and has been a member of the Survey team since November 2000. She is involved with all aspects of the department, with particular responsibility for monitoring Port State Control Detentions and Class issues in addition to managing the surveyor database.

Andrew obtained an LL.B from Aberdeen University. He worked for two and a half years with Seaforth Maritime, having responsibility for marine claims and insurance, hull and machinery as well as P&I. He joined the Association in May 1983 as a Claims Executive and, after two years as an Assistant Manager, has been Claims Manager since 1988 and Director of NIML since 2000.

Colin joined the P&I claims department of the Association in 1995. He is a qualified Master Mariner and spent ten years at sea with P&O as a deck officer principally in the Bulk Shiping Division. On leaving the sea in 1985 he spent a year lecturing in maritime subjects at South Tyneside College before joining Newcastle maritime solicitors Eversheds and subsequently Rayfield Mills, where he specialised in salvage and collision matters.

Robert joined Newcastle P&I Association in 1987. Previously he spent nine years at sea with BP and Ben Line. He holds a Class 2 Deck Certificate and a BSc in Maritime Studies. Before joining Newcastle P&I he spent three years with another P&I club and three years with a firm of London solicitors doing mainly collision and salvage work. He deals with admiralty and cargo claims.

Jane commenced work with the Association in January 1991. She is primarily involved in providing general assistance to underwriters, the preparation of documentation and liaising with Members and brokers on various aspects of cover. Areas of responsibility include Europe and Scandinavia.

Neil joined the Association in June 2008 after gaining nearly 20 years experience in handling a wide range of claims at Steamship Mutual where he was a Syndicate Associate. Neil is primarily concerned with cargo claims.

Sarah joined the Association in March 1988 and worked in the Accounts Department for 12 months prior to moving into the Underwriting Department where she dedicated 20 years to working alongside Underwriters, supervising the team and assisting Members and brokers with all aspects of documentation. In April 2009 Sarah returned to the Accounts Department as a Reinsurance Executive.

Simon joined the Association after gaining several years experience in the Claims Department of Liverpool & London. Simon previously worked as a Claims Executive with Steamship Mutual for eight years having graduated with an Honours Degree. In March 2006 Simon moved to the Underwriting Department and became an Underwriting Manager.

Alan is a Chartered Accountant and joined the Association in 1981. He is responsible for all aspects of the Association.

John joined Newcastle P&I Association in 1986 after graduating with an Honours degree in law. He worked in the Claims Department for twelve years, dealing with a wide variety of claims. He is now primarily concerned with cargo and admiralty work.

Antigone is an attorney who joined the Association in 2003 and relocated to the Greek office in May 2004. Prior to joining the Association, Antigone practiced law with New York maritime law firm Lyons, Skoufalos, Proios & Flood and also worked as a tax and commercial attorney in New York with HSBC/Arthur Anderson. Antigone was admitted to the New York and New Jersey State Bars in 2000.

Thomas is a qualified PRC Lawyer and Master Mariner who joined the Association in June 2007 after spending more than ten years on board container vessels and five years in a maritime law firm in Shanghai, China. He obtained a BSC in Navigation and an LLM in Maritime Law from the Shanghai Maritime University