02/06/25

Clarksons appoints Bart Bream as new Group Chief Technology Officer

Clarksons is delighted to announce that Bart Bream has joined today as Group Chief Technology Officer. Bart will lead Clarksons’ technology strategy as the Group continues to scale and accelerate its digital capabilities.

With over 20 years of experience in the commodities and freight technology space, Bart brings a proven track record of delivering industry changing technology in fintech, energy trading, and investment banks. Bart joins Clarksons from his most recent role as CTO at VAKT, a FinTech startup backed by some of the largest players in the oil world, and prior to that from C-Level roles at Mercuria, Castleton Commodities and Morgan Stanley.

The newly created Group Chief Technology Officer role will be instrumental in strengthening Clarksons’ ability to deliver technology solutions and enhance the offer to clients.

“We are delighted to welcome Bart to Clarksons as our Group Chief Technology Officer. Bart brings a skillset combining unparalleled technical expertise, a deep understanding of commodities and freight trading, and strong commercial business acumen. You could say a perfect fit. His leadership will be instrumental in shaping innovative, scalable solutions that deliver the evolving needs of our clients and partners."

Andi Case

Group CEO

"I’m thrilled to join Clarksons at such a pivotal time in the evolution of global trade. I’ve experienced first hand the transformational power of technology in uncovering new value, streamlining operations, and managing risk. Clarksons is setting a new standard in the industry, and I’m excited to help evolve the strategy to meet the complex demands of today’s markets.”

Bart Bream

Group CTO

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