Dr Bev Mackenzie: Intergovernmental Engagement

Dr Bev Mackenzie is BIMCO’s London-based Representative at the International Maritime Organization and manages BIMCO’s relationships across the broader United Nations systems. She is a key link between BIMCO and the global policy making arena, ensuring that BIMCO’s technical expertise is utilised by the IMO and other intergovernmental organisations for the benefit of the worldwide shipping industry.

Her degree in chemical oceanography and PhD in physical oceanography from the University of Liverpool, UK mean that she is ideally qualified to help the industry understand the science and engineering which are essential aspects in policy development. She also has extensive expertise in operational oceanography and ocean observation related to maritime industries and the environment more broadly. This includes knowledge on include sea-based sources of marine plastics, climate change, invasive aquatic species and marine pollution.