Phil served at sea for 10 years, gaining a master mariner’s certificate of competency and read for degrees at Cardiff University. He was awarded a PhD which focussed on the role of the human element in maritime safety. Following a 5 year stint as assistant director within the Bahamas Maritime Authority he joined INTERTANKO as their marine director.
He is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Navigation, a Freeman of the City of London, a Liveryman of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners and recieved the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service for services to seafarer welfare during the pandemic.