Manchester Maritime

About the Founder

Joseph Furness
Founder & Principal Consultant | Master Mariner

At the helm of Manchester Maritime is Joseph Furness, a licensed Master Mariner with a distinguished career in the maritime industry. With extensive hands-on experience in LNG operations and container shipping, Joseph has established himself as a trusted authority in the field of maritime consultancy.

His career spans a decade of leading roles aboard diverse vessel types and managing complex maritime operations, giving him unparalleled insight into the industry's challenges and opportunities. Joseph’s expertise extends to overseeing a broad range of consultancy projects, from technical advisory and compliance audits to operational optimization and risk management.

As the Principal Consultant, Joseph combines technical acumen with a forward-thinking approach, ensuring that Manchester Maritime delivers innovative, client-focused solutions tailored to meet the needs of a dynamic global industry.

Under his leadership, Manchester Maritime has grown into a firm known for its integrity, excellence, and commitment to empowering clients across all sectors of the maritime world.