The people behind MIAL
MIAL is powered by an energetic and resourceful team of specialists and professionals with strategic guidance provided by a Board of Directors comprised of the best in maritime.
MIAL Board
David Borcoski, Chair & Group Managing Director, ASP Ships Group
Videlina Georgieva, Managing Director, Svitzer Australia
Emily Pointon, Director, Environmental Social and Governance, CSL Group
David Ross, Deputy Chair & Managing Director, MMA Offshore Pty Ltd
Chris Schultz, General Manager Business Development & Inland Business, Company Secretary, ANL Container Line Pty Ltd
Hollie Scoon, General Manager, Marine Operations & Performance, Rio Tinto
David Sproule, Head of Employee & Industrial Relations, Woodside Energy Ltd
Vice Admiral Tim Barrett AO, CSC, RAN (Rtd)
MIAL Team
Angela Gillham – Chief Executive Officer
Angela Gillham is the Chief Executive Officer of Maritime Industry Australia Ltd.
Reporting to the MIAL Board of Directors, Angela is at the helm of the MIAL Secretariat and is responsible for the strategic direction, key projects, and policy settings advocated on behalf of MIAL members – a diverse range of businesses operating maritime assets to, from and within Australia.
Angela is an accomplished leader who has successfully executed an ambitious program of work that continues to advance the interests and growth of the Australian maritime industry. Angela’s team delivers projects relating to International Engagement, industry policy and government affairs, events, media and communications, as well as sector-specific initiatives designed to address the challenges faced by Australian maritime businesses, including fiscal settings and competitiveness, maritime skills development and decarbonisation and the energy transition.
Angela is a member of several critical government/industry liaison committees, including the Defence’s Australian Maritime Defence Council, the Australian Maritime Safety Authorities’ Shipping Consultative Forum, National Safety Committee, and National Plan Strategic Industry Advisory Forum, and is Chair of the Maritime Strategic Workforce Planning Committee under the Jobs and Skills Council. In 2022 Angela was appointed to the Albanese Government’s Strategic Fleet Taskforce, which in November 2023 handed down its report with recommendations to arrest the decline in Australian shipping and create a strategic fleet of 12 Australian vessels to improve national resilience in times of need, and supply chain security in times of disruption.
Angela is committed to an apolitical approach, collaborating with all relevant stakeholders towards the common goal of safeguarding Australia’s sovereignty, economy and security by creating a strong, sustainable maritime nation.
Sarah Cerchè – Director, Workplace Relations, Governance and Policy
Sarah has held both private practice and inhouse legal roles, complemented by over 10 years’ experience in the maritime industry with a particular focus on workplace relations issues. Having previously led MIAL’s IR/HR function, Sarah continues to provide industrial and workplace relations services and additionally be the Australian industry’s voice in international employment issues through the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and various international fora.
Sarah is a spokesperson on behalf of international shipowners at the Special Tripartite Committee of the Maritime Labour Convention and is Vice Chair of the Labour Affairs Committee of ICS. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and a Bachelor of Arts and has been admitted to practice as a Solicitor in Victorian and Federal jurisdictions.
Clare Grandison – Senior Policy Advisor, Sustainability and Industry Transformation
Clare joins MIAL after a long career in the Defence maritime science and technology sector. She holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science (Hons) in Aquatic Ecotoxicology and a Master of Social Science (International Urban and Environmental Management), and has delivered technical expertise into several areas of applied research for the maritime sector, as well as assisted clients by providing robust and timely advice regarding environmental compliance to ensure buyers and operators are well informed.
Clare has strong and productive relationships with stakeholders across Australian and international defence, government, and government sectors; and engages closely with industry and academic partners. She is looking forward to connecting with the MIAL membership to provide a strong industry voice in maritime sustainability and industry transformation.
Jacqui Jennings – Chief Financial Officer
Jaqcui is a highly regarded business and finance professional, proven in C-level, board and general management positions in vertically integrated organisations encompassing maritime transport, infrastructure, logistics, superannuation and not-for-profits.
Jacqui brings to MIAL extensive skills in accounting and financial management, audit and risk, governance, and business and strategic planning.
Gemma Gooding – Executive Support Officer
Gemma is an experienced administrator and no stranger to the maritime industry. Gemma’s previous role was in the Commercial Team at Port of Melbourne, and she brings outstanding planning, organisation, and efficiency know-how to MIAL, which she uses to keep the Board and Executive Team on an even keel.
Craig Scutt – Communications Manager
Craig is a seasoned communications, marketing and engagement professional. He has more than 20 years experience in Education and Government roles following a successful career as a freelance journalist. Craig is new to maritime and relishes learning about the industry’s exciting and vital contributions to the Australian way of life and national prosperity.