London-based shipbroker Braemar ACM Shipbroking has brought in an experienced executive from Idan Ofer's Eastern Pacific Shipping to boost its Asian operations.

Australian national Vaughan English started as managing director in Singapore on Friday.

"Vaughan will overlook the Australasian region and report into me. He also will be a member of the operating main board in London, helping us to connect the various offices," said James Gundy, chief executive Braemar ACM.