The co-founder and executive director of NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association), Carleen Lyden-Kluss, has announced that effective July 1, the chairmanship of the association will pass from founder Clay Maitland, a Splash Opinion writer, to the American Club’s Joe Hughes.
“Clay has been a visionary force in the birth and growth of NAMEPA,” stated Lyden-Kluss. “He has been instrumental in the development of our programs and the trajectory of the organisation. His willingness to speak openly on key environmental issues is legendary, and his commitment to education of our next generation unparalleled.”
“I am pleased and proud of the way that NAMEPA has transitioned from a small cadre of maritime interests into a complement of over 165 shipping companies, associations, individuals and seafarers committed to save our seas,” observed Maitland.
Incoming chairman Hughes stated, “Everyone has a critical interest in preserving the health of the oceans of the world. NAMEPA will pursue its aim of harnessing the energy and resources of the maritime industries to promote sound environmental practices with continuing vigor in the future.”
