Alan Hatton looks to have quit First Ship Lease Trust (FSL Trust) before he was fired, according to regulatory filings by the shipowner.

It alleges that he was involved in “potential misconduct and a breach of duties” and that his actions represented "serious misconduct and sufficient grounds to cease his appointment as chief executive”.

Amongst the allegations against Hatton, was that he “disclosed confidential information to third parties” which was not disclosed to or authorised by the board.

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