Professional

Doug Barrow has worked in the marine fuel markets for nearly 30 years, employed by a range of international companies mainly in London, but with experience gained in Singapore and the Middle East. He also has a deep knowledge of managing a trade association, being one of the founding members of the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) in 1993 which he chaired until 1996. He was elected to the Court of the Common Council representing the Ward of Aldgate in July 2007 and appointed as Ward Deputy in 2008. Doug is presently the Chief Executive of Maritime London, a not for profit promotional body for UK based companies which provide professional services to the international shipping industries. Whilst promoting the maritime services of the UK, Maritime London also aims to ensure that the UK remains a world beating location to base a maritime related business. He joined Horton International as a member of the UK Advisory Board in 2009.

Background

Before joining Maritime London, Doug Barrow - initially a deck officer in the Merchant Navy - enjoyed many years' experience in the marine fuels industry, mainly on the commercial and operational side, working in the Middle East, London and Singapore for Saudi Arabian, Japanese, American and Italian interests. Doug Barrow is a member of the Court of Assistants of the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights and a Past Master of the Worshipful Company of Fuellers. He was chairman of City of London Sea Cadets for five years and maintains an active interest in their welfare. Doug is a member of the Army & Navy Club and currently Vice President of the Anchorites.