Grant Hunter: Digitalisation

Grant Hunter is BIMCO’s Chief Digital Officer and Director for Products. His responsibilities include investigating the future of the shipping business to help BIMCO deliver digitalised products and services to members and the wider industry. He is committed to helping to accelerate the adoption of electronic bills of lading.

Grant began his shipping career at sea in 1978 as a cadet with the Ben Line Steamers serving on general cargo ships and bulk carriers. This was followed by eight years working ashore in the commercial and operations department of P&O Bulk Shipping in London. He has worked for BIMCO since 1997 – for 25 years as Head of Contracts and Clauses. 

Grant has a Masters degree in Maritime Policy and Law from the London School of Economics (LSE).