He takes over from Bob Benton who is set tostep down as chairman of the world’s largest shipbroker on 1 August 2013.

Bentonsteps down after nine years with Clarksons five of which were spent as chairmanof the London-listed entity.

Clarksonssays Green brings a “wealth of experience” tothe shipbroker following stints at United Utilities, Reutersand DHL.

“Bob became chairman in 2008 shortly after I wasappointed chief executive, and I would like to thank him both personally and onbehalf of everyone at Clarksons, for his careful stewardship, support and advice,”said Clarkson Plc chief executive AndiCase.

“We