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Exmar top management change as chairman Baron Phillipe Bodson dies of COVID-19

Shipowner Exmar has made new top executive appointments following the death of its chairman Baron Phillippe Bodson from COVID-19.

Marcus Hand, Editor

April 17, 2020

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Exmar said that Baron Phillippe Bodson had sadly passed away on 4 April following his fight against COVID-19.

The company’s board has since convened to appoint Nicolas Saverys, previously ceo, as executive chairman. Meanwhile Francis Mottrie has been promoted to the ceo position from deputy ceo.

“Exmar is confident that these complementary positions will enhance Exmar growth and success,” the company said.

 

About the Author

Marcus Hand

Marcus Hand

Editor

Marcus Hand is the editor of Seatrade Maritime News and a dedicated maritime journalist with over two decades of experience covering the shipping industry in Asia.

Marcus is also an experienced industry commentator and has chaired many conferences and round tables. Before joining Seatrade at the beginning of 2010, Marcus worked for the shipping industry journal Lloyd's List for a decade and before that the Singapore Business Times covering shipping and aviation.

In November 2022, Marcus was announced as a member of the Board of Advisors to the Singapore Journal of Maritime Talent and Technology (SJMTT) to help bring together thought leadership around the key areas of talent and technology.

Marcus is the founder of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast that delivers commentary, opinions and conversations on shipping's most important topics.

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Marcus Hand regularly moderates at international maritime events. Below you’ll find a list of selected past conferences and webinars.

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