Kerrie Forster

CEO

Workboat Association

About the Speaker/Moderator

After 17 years working both on/offshore within various maritime industries, Kerrie is an industry Consultant and CEO of the Workboat Association - “The trade association for Workboat Owners, Operators, Stakeholders and Professionals.” Once a workboat vessel Master, he has substantial offshore experience onboard CTVs, Survey Vessels, Dive support and Anchor Handlers. Kerrie spent a number of years managing a fleet of workboats for an International company based in the Netherlands and has gained experience from working across the globe. Kerrie has a strong background in promoting a well-accepted safety culture, responsible work ethics and cross organisation understanding. He has designed QHSE documentation, systems/ controls and has led significant incident and accident investigations. Organising and providing training and technical advice to on/offshore workforces, he is an ISM lead auditor, certified in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods code and has developed and implemented ISO/OHSAS/IMO certification of various company Safety Management Systems. Currently living in Rotterdam NL, Kerrie actively represents the Workboat Industry and wider Offshore Contracting Sector speaking at and Chairing working groups and conferences, providing guidance and research to many National and International publications, campaigns and Government strategies. Kerrie is motivated in supporting all industry stakeholders from Regulators to Apprentices.

Attending

Welcome to Seawork Connect
Main Stage

Welcome to Seawork Connect

Tuesday, Oct 5, 2021
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM | Europe/London
Online Session

Speaker/Moderator's Sessions (1)

Session
Main Stage
Commercial Marine Network | Get Set for Workboat 2050 - Series 2 Session 1
Tuesday, Oct 5, 2021
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Europe/London
Live
Online Session
English

Commercial Marine Network | Get Set for Workboat 2050 - Series 2 Session 1

Welcome to the first session in the 2nd series of Get Set for Workboat 2050. This series will continue to feature expert panels on critical aspects of vessel operations, efficiency, and safety in the workboat industry.

This first session will focus on 'Vessel tracking & monitoring: Optimise your fleet and minimise carbon emissions with vessel tracking and monitoring technology.' Join our panel of experts to learn how the latest technology can help you monitor and reduce both fuel consumption and harmful emissions. 

In assocation with The Workboat Association

Supported by 
UK Harbour Masters Association
UK Maritime Pilots Association
Society of Maritime Industries 



 
Speakers (4)
Kerrie Forster
CEO, Workboat Association
Chris Huxley-Reynard
Commercial Director, AST Reygar