Espen Gjerde

Espen Gjerde is a seasoned maritime professional currently serving as Senior Vice President in Wilhelmsen New Energy, overseeing the Shipping and Technology portfolio of investments. With prior experience as Vice President and Director of Strategy and M&A at Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, Gjerde holds significant board positions, including Board Member at Wilhelmsen Ship Management and Massterly, as well as Member of the Board at Reach Subsea and Loke Marine Minerals. Additional roles include Chair of the Board at Topeka Holding AS and Representative Director at Hyundai Glovis Co., Ltd. Gjerde's previous positions include Senior Vice President at SFL - Ship Finance International Limited and Relationship Manager at DVB Bank SE. Gjerde's educational background includes a Master's degree in Naval Architecture from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Maritime Engineering from Sør-Trøndelag University College.