New chair for Humber Marine & Renewables

Marine lawyer Andrew Oliver has been reappointed chair of Humber Marine & Renewables, marking an “exciting new era” for the sector.

A partner at Andrew Jackson Solicitors and chair of Grimsby Fish Dock Enterprises, Oliver brings decades of experience in marine law, fisheries and regulation, as well as environmental expertise. 

He originally helped steer the merger of Team Humber Marine Alliance and Grimsby Renewables Partnership in 2020 and now returns to lead the board once again.

Andrew said: “This is an exciting time for Humber Marine & Renewables, having successfully secured funding to employ a business development manager to drive the organisation forward. 

“We want to ensure companies on our patch make the very most of the opportunities that lap at our shores, rely on our ports and define our economies. 

“With the skyline dominated by the impressive Wind Peak jack-up vessel in recent days as the latest offshore wind farm for our remarkable cluster is now built out, we’re buoyed by the knowledge we are still far from peak wind when it comes to the region.” 

Joining Andrew on the board is Lee Blanchard, director of Grimsby-based Rix Renewables, who has been appointed to strengthen the organisation’s pan-Humber voice.

Lee added: “I am honoured and excited to join the board of Humber Marine and Renewables.

“I look forward to collaborating with my fellow board members and stakeholders to ensure the Humber region remains a leader in the UK’s green energy journey.” 

The appointments come ahead of the Offshore Wind Connections conference on April 30, which will close with the Humber Renewables Awards on May 1.

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