Team

Our dedicated team represents a diverse and committed skill base and maritime security experts

Leadership

A strong leadership makes it all possible.
  • Portrait of Michael T.  Black

    Michael T. Black

    In 1982, Michael came to Moran Shipping Agencies, joining his three brothers in the maritime transportation industry.

  • Portrait of James A. Black

    James A. Black

    Under Jim’s leadership, Moran Shipping Agencies became the largest independent steamship agency in North America.

  • Portrait of Gavin Black

    Gavin Black

    CEO

    Gavin R. Black serves as CEO for Moran Transportation Industries.

  • Portrait of Andrew Black

    Andrew Black

    President

    Andrew is focused on improving the scope and quality of Moran Shipping's services.

  • Dan Van Duzer

    Executive Vice President

    With over twenty years in the maritime industry, Dan brings a depth of experience in global oil and liquid cargo transportation.

  • Robert LeClair

    Executive Vice President

    Rob began his Moran career in 1987 and obtained his Customs Brokers license in 1988.  He is a recognized industry expert in U.S. Government compliance and Maritime Security issues.

  • Portrait of Douglas Crandall

    Douglas Crandall

    Senior Vice President

    Doug has held various roles within the organization spanning accounting, finance, information technology, and human resources.

  • Portrait of Thomas Sullivan

    Thomas Sullivan

    Senior Vice President

    Tom Sullivan is one of the most recognizable and distinguished members of the New England maritime community.

  • Portrait of Alan Courmier

    Alan Courmier

    Vice President

    For his leadership and work in the startup of the first Harbor Safety Committee in Lake Charles, Alan was awarded the 1st Port Person of the Year by the Lake Charles Propeller Club.

  • James Gura

    Vice President

    For over 20 years, James has served in a number of key roles.  Office / Quality Manager, AMS, and now oversees Moran’s operations from Connecticut to Maine.

  • Portrait of Jessica Di Giulio

    Jessica Di Giulio

    Vice President / Business Development

    Jessica has played a pivotal role in developing and maintaining client relationships for bulk, break bulk, project, and most recently offshore wind cargos throughout New England.

  • Portrait of Kelly Moran

    Kelly Moran

    Vice President

    For over 20 years, Kelly's consistent commitment to the job and to the maritime industry as a whole has been exceptional.

  • Portrait of Robert Ryke

    Robert Ryke

    Vice President

    With over 30 years of service in the maritime industry, few people have the experience and expertise of Bob Ryke.

  • Ryan Barrios

    Vice President

    Ryan demonstrates a strong work ethic and grasp of the agency business.

  • Capt. Stefan J. Palmer

    Steve is actively involved in, and represents Moran Shipping and our valued clients on several port and regional committees.

  • Portrait of Kelly Lopez

    Kelly Lopez

    IT Director

    Kelly continues to find positive ways to merge new technologies with secure, efficient results.

  • Darren Shelton

    Sales Director

    With nearly 30 years of experience in the maritime industry, he’s a frequent speaker at shipping, energy and startup conferences.

Operations

These are the people that make it all happen.

Adrian Razo

Vessel Manager

Houston, TX

Alfonso Araos

General Manager

Philadelphia, PA

Amanda Richard

Vessel Manager

Lake Charles, LA

Ben Hoang

Agent

Houston, TX

Brad Gallant

Sub Agent - Operations Manager

Port Canaveral, FL

Brent Rae

Vessel Manager

Houston, TX

Craig Ibbotson

Operations Manager

Providence, RI

Domenic Colella

Vessel Manager

Philadelphia, PA

Dwight Gordon

Vessel Manager

New York, NY

Ed Manucy

Operations Manager

Savannah, GA

Ivan Razo

Vessel Manager

Galveston, TX

James Goss

Vessel Manager

Portland, ME

Jason Schulder

Vessel Manager

Corpus Christi, TX

Jennifer Landry

Operations Manager

New Orleans, LA

Jobill Rama

Operations Manager

New York, NY

Kelly Meaker

Vessel Manager

Boston, MA

Lisa Forsmo

Agent

Houston, TX

Lisa Jeppson

Husbandry Manager

Houston, TX

Mark Almario

Vessel Manager

New York, NY

Matthew Peterson

Operations Manager

Corpus Christi, TX

Nathan Tarket

Vessel Manager

Galveston, TX

Patrick Davis

Operations Manager

Boston, MA

Quyen Lam

MPSC General Manager

Houston, TX

Robby Carter

Vessel Manager

Port Arthur, TX

Robert Gabriel

Agent

New Orleans, LA

Roger Bardinelli

Operations Manager

New Haven, CT

Scott Litton

General Manager

Freeport, TX

Sean Petty

Operations Manager

Portland, ME

Stephen Farque

Operations Manager

Lake Charles, LA

Tad Collier

General Manager

Port Arthur, TX

Tim Manning

Vessel Manager

Providence, RI

Troy Duncan

Vessel Manager

Houston, TX

Troy Langlinais

Vessel Manager

New Orleans, LA

Vick Butler

Operations Manager

Port Arthur, TX

Vinny Arduengo

Vessel Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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