GCMD announces Wee Meng Tan as Chief Projects Officer, Dr Sanjay Kuttan as CSO

The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) on Monday (29 April) announced the appointment of Mr Tan Wee Meng as Chief Projects Officer (CPO). 

Tan was from Jurong Port, where he served as Chief Technical Officer, and was responsible for all aspects of port equipment engineering and projects. Wee Meng concurrently held the role of Chief Sustainability Officer and led the launch of Jurong Port’s Environmental Sustainability Strategy in 2021 

“As CPO, Tan will lead the Projects team and provide strategic oversight of the centre’s key initiatives and projects,” GCMD said in a social media post.

“He is a member of the leadership team and will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Strategy Officer to align, resource, and drive projects to achieve strategic outcomes.”

Tan Wee Meng, said: “I have a passion for environmental sustainability and aspire to contribute my experience and knowledge to this industry. I am honoured to contribute to an organisation that is at the forefront of maritime decarbonisation. The mission of GCMD resonates strongly with me. I am looking forward to lending my experience and working alongside the team to deliver on project outcomes.”  

Dr Sanjay C Kuttan, previously the Chief Technology Officer of GCMD, will now be Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).

As CSO, Dr Kuttan will work closely with the CEO and CPO to develop the centre’s long-term vision and direction. 

He will drive the strategic planning process by analysing market trends, identifying opportunities, and developing relevant projects to address gaps in maritime decarbonisation. He is also responsible for building strategic partnerships for GCMD.

“Together with the GCMD team, both Tan and Dr Kuttan will work closely to strengthen our position as a global maritime decarbonisation centre, deliver greater impact, and propel the maritime industry forward in achieving its GHG emissions reduction goals,” GCMD added.

Photo credit: Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation
Published: 3 May 2024