VPS appoints Dr. Nicholas Clague as new Head of Sustainable Fuels

Alternative Fuels

Published Wed, 19th July 2023
by Admin

He will lead the further development of VPS testing and advisory services for alternative low-carbon bunker fuels as part of firm’s shipping decarbonisation service.

Marine fuels testing company VPS on Tuesday (18 July) announced the appointment of Dr. Nicholas Clague, as the firm’s new Head of Sustainable Fuels.

Dr Malcolm Cooper, VPS CEO, said: “We are extremely pleased to have Nick join VPS. Nick brings a great depth of science and technology expertise gained from his long career in fuel and oil supply industries. He will lead the further development of VPS testing and advisory services for alternative low-carbon marine fuels as part of our shipping decarbonisation service.”

Clague gained his BSc (Hons) Chemistry and PhD in Chemistry at Hull University, followed by senior technical roles with, SK Innovation, Lubrizol and Afton Chemical

During this time Clague was heavily involved in the development of products associated with biodiesel in various sectors. Most recently, Clague held the role of Technical Director with Vickers Oils, including overall technical responsibility for marine lubricants for stern tubes and deck equipment.

Clague, said: “I am really looking forward to this new and exciting opportunity. This role will allow me to use my expertise and experience, as part of the VPS team in providing key technical solutions, support and advice, to our maritime customers, as global shipping looks to decarbonise and achieve challenging environmental emissions reduction targets over the coming years.”

Photo credit: VPS
Published: 19 July, 2023

VPS appoints Dr. Nicholas Clague as new Head of Sustainable Fuels

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