Montfort Maritime Appoints George Bolton as Head of Maritime Investments

Date

May 7 2026

George Bolton, newly appointed Head of Maritime Investments at Montfort Maritime, pictured in a corporate welcome announcement.

Date

May 7 2026

Montfort Maritime has appointed George Bolton as Head of Maritime Investments, based in Dubai.

George brings over 20 years of experience as a shipbroker, specialising in sale and purchase, as well as broader maritime asset transactions across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. He has built deep expertise in originating and executing transactions across the tanker, dry bulk, and gas sectors, advising shipowners and investors on acquisitions, disposals, and fleet strategy.

Prior to joining Montfort, George held senior roles with major global players, including Ifchor Galbraiths, Maersk Broker, Clarksons, and Simpson Spence Young. He has a strong track record of navigating diverse market cycles and geographies across London, Singapore, and Dubai.

Commenting on the appointment, Martin Marcus Hansen, Head of Shipping, said, "I'm pleased to welcome George to Montfort, a significant addition to our Maritime division. His experience, built over two decades, brings exactly the kind of global relationships and market insight that will strengthen our maritime investment capabilities as we continue to scale our global footprint.”

His appointment reflects Montfort’s continued focus on expanding its investment platform and enhancing its capabilities across maritime asset transactions.