UK: Environment Secretary Appoints James Cross as Chief Executive of MMO

Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman has appointed James Cross as Chief Executive of the Marine Management Organisation (MMO).

James Cross has been with the MMO for almost two years, most recently as Acting Chief Executive and previously as MMO Director of Operations. The appointment was made after an open and external competition which attracted many high quality applicants.

Prior to joining the MMO, James served as HM Assistant Chief Inspector of Court Administration for England and Wales, and brings a thorough understanding of the challenges and opportunities that exist within a regulatory environment. He also has previous experience serving in HM Revenue & Customs and local government in addition to the Criminal Justice sector.

Chair of the MMO, Sir Bill Callaghan, welcomed the appointment and added: “James brings a wealth of experience to this role, together with the drive and determination to deliver the MMO’s vision and strategy. The MMO Board appreciated his leadership of the organisation as Acting CEO and look forward to working with him in this permanent role.”

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is an executive non-departmental public body (NDPB) established in April 2010 and given powers under the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (MCAA). Its mission is to enable the sustainable development of our seas.

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World Maritime News Staff, December 15, 2011