Russell Brooks

Russell Brooks is an accomplished professional with a wealth of experience in Vessel and Voyage Operations, particularly in LNG, Oil, and LPG vessels. His expertise spans both Owned and Chartered tonnage, covering a wide range of operational aspects such as cargo management, security, bunkers, agency coordination, demurrage, and invoicing. Russell plays a pivotal role as a key decision maker in LNG calculations, cargo management, and voyage routing, collaborating with Owners and Technical Operators to optimize operational efficiency. He has been instrumental in developing operational procedures for new cargo product trading operations and overseeing the LNG vessel performance project with a focus on budgeting, reporting portfolio creation, and software system development across onboard and shore-based systems. Additionally, Russell has served in leadership positions, including as a dedicated Working Group Chair and Subject Matter Expert, in the development of bespoke Shipping Operations systems in collaboration with external suppliers and international teams.