Nigel Richardson's career in the shipping industry began on November 1, 1976, at Cambridge Tankers Ltd and transitioned through significant roles, culminating in his current position as Trustee Chair at E.A. Gibson Shipbrokers Ltd since November 29, 1982. His leadership trajectory saw him as Director at several Gibson entities, including E.A. Gibson Shipbrokers Ltd from 1992 to 2021, Gibson Shipbrokers Ltd, and Gibsons Employee Trustee Ltd, showcasing his longevity and dedication in the field.
With over 35 years as a leading international shipbroker and over 13 years as Managing Director, Nigel significantly expanded E.A. Gibson's global presence, establishing offices worldwide and successfully transitioning the company into Employee Ownership—a pioneering achievement in shipbroking. His expertise also led to the growth of the company's Products section, which he founded and directed for over 16 years.
Nigel’s Professional affiliations include current membership in the Shipwrights and past membership in the Baltic Exchange. His commitment to professional excellence is also evidenced by obtaining FCA Insurance qualifications, further enriching his distinguished career in shipbroking.
