Andrew Shaw takes ASRY helm

Manama : Andrew Shaw has taken up his new position as Chief Executive at ASRY, yesterday.

Shaw will be leading the firm as it enters its 40th year of operation. He re-joins the company after previously holding the position of General Manager of the ASRY Offshore Services division from 2009 to 2014.

“The yard faces difficult market conditions, strong competition, and the constant challenge of optimising operational safety, quality and efficiency. However, with some readjustments, and the support of our Board of Directors and shareholders, I am convinced ASRY can continue to be the leading repair yard in the Arabian Gulf,” Shaw said.

Shaw has more than 25 years experience in the global maritime industry. He was most recently Group Managing Director of a leading UK ship repair and conversion company. Prior to that he was General Manager of ASRY Offshore Services for almost five years.

His previous career also includes time at Vickers Shipbuilding & Engineering Ltd (VSEL) and Vosper Thornycroft.