SIGTTO is delighted to announce the appointment of its new President and Vice President. At the Autumn Board Meeting in November, and confirmed by the Annual General Meeting, Carl Henrickson (Shell) was elected President and Jeroen Deelen (Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement) as Vice President. Both bring exceptional experience across the gas shipping sector, and their leadership will help drive the Society’s technical, safety, and environmental priorities forward.
For those interested in learning more about Carl Henrickson’s background, additional information is available in the news article dated 28 July 2025.
Jeroen Deelen is Chief Operating Officer at Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) and has extensive exposure to the transportation of liquefied gases, having been involved in over many years in safe operations. He gained experience through work on a broad range of projects in gas carrier technologies and offshore energy solutions. This background includes technical design development, contract management, and collaboration with global stakeholders to maintain compliance with rigorous safety and environmental standards while supporting operational efficiency.
In his current role as COO, Jeroen focuses on operational excellence, safety performance, and efficiency, while driving digital transformation across key areas of ship management. His active engagement in industry initiatives and collaborative ventures reflects a strong commitment to advancing best practices in gas shipping.
SIGTTO also extends its heartfelt gratitude to Lloyd Bland (Chevron), who has completed his three-year term as President following three years as Vice President. Lloyd’s long-standing commitment and steady leadership have been instrumental in shaping the Society’s future. Under his guidance, the Society approved a revised strategy, strengthened the Secretariat, and reinforced its role in advancing safety and environmental performance across the gas shipping and terminal industry.
SIGTTO warmly thanks Shell, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement, and Chevron for their ongoing support and engagement in the Society’s work.
As we look ahead, SIGTTO remains focused on delivering this strategy and continuing its mission under the direction of the new leadership team.