About GreenHulls
Built on steel foundations, not just slides.
GreenHulls bridges the gap between traditional maritime operations and the next generation of technical innovation, born from the realities of working at sea.
Andrew Mackay
BEng (Hons), MRINA. Founder & Senior Maritime Professional
Meet the Founder
Turning technical complexity into operational clarity.
Andrew Mackay founded GreenHulls to bridge the gap between traditional maritime operations and the next generation of technical innovation. With over 15 years of experience across vessel-based, offshore, and shore-based leadership roles, he brings a uniquely broad perspective to maritime challenges.
Proven Track Record
Andrew has held senior technical and leadership positions with global industry leaders, including Shell, Harbour Energy, and Bureau Veritas.
Operational Excellence
Managed QHSE, technical excellence, and audit departments for international fleets.
Marine Assurance
Oversaw the safety and compliance of one of the UK's largest chartered offshore vessel fleets.
Lifecycle Management
Led marine operations for major commissioning (Penguins FPSO) and decommissioning (Balmoral FPV) campaigns.
Global Field Experience
100+ vessel attendances worldwide, including FPSOs, MODUs, DP shuttle tankers, PSVs, ERRVs, Pipe/flex lay, DSVs and heavy-lift assets.
Practical Innovation
Experienced in integrating emerging technologies into traditional workflows, Andrew led the successful trial of Greenline and telemetry offloading systems for hawserless DP offloads. With a background as a DP Company Authority and Accredited Vessel Surveyor, he keeps every GreenHulls solution grounded in regulatory compliance and on-deck practicality.
"GreenHulls was founded to bring practical innovation to traditional maritime practices. Because the ocean is a high-stakes environment, everything we build is designed to make life better for seafarers. We don't just chase technology; we deliver the results that keep crews safe and give shoreside teams the ultimate edge in keeping operations profitable."
Who We Are
Our approach
GreenHulls was established as a strategic response to a persistent industry disconnect: the gap between high-level corporate strategy and the practicalities of the deck. Having served in senior roles for global operators, Andrew recognised that technical complexity, processes and siloed operations often hinder operational efficiency and ultimately safety.
GreenHulls channels this deep operational background into a smarter, more scalable business model. By combining trusted consultancy with technology-enabled solutions, we help operators solve complex challenges without compromising on safety, compliance, or commercial return.
Our values
Integrity
The Bedrock.
We uphold the highest standards of maritime governance, so every action is technically and morally grounded.
Clarity
The Antidote to Complexity.
We simplify the technical into the actionable, ensuring the right decisions are made at the right time.
Evolution
The Drive for Better.
We have the courage to take calculated risks and relentlessly refine our tools, setting the new standards the industry needs to move forward.
Brilliance
The Power of Perspective.
We believe the best solutions are born from diverse perspectives. By championing the growth and well-being of our people, we make sure every decision is informed by shared experience and curiosity.
Our Mission
- Improve Maritime Operations. Providing the tools to significantly advance safety, efficiency and financial performance.
- Practical Innovation. Help maritime technology is "built on steel foundations, not just slides." Rugged, compliant and fit for the high-stakes environment of the open sea.
- Maritime Legacy. Drive the industry toward a safer, more resilient and connected future, building the modern standards that protect the future of maritime.
Our Vision
To synchronise every port, vessel, and offshore asset, creating a unified maritime world where safety is certain and efficiency is effortless.
Core Capabilities & Insights
The GreenHulls innovation standard.
We develop practical, value-added maritime products designed to solve specific industry pain points, born from the realities of maritime operations, so they work in the field, not just on a drawing board.
Foundational Expertise
Specialised in Vessel Surveying, FPSO/DP Operations and Upstream Assurance, bridging high-level strategy with deck-level reality.
Market Sector Scope
Serving the full spectrum of Maritime operations: Maritime, Offshore Oil & Gas, Offshore Renewables and Ports.
Global Reach
Headquartered in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, with worldwide reach, hybrid deployment and on-the-ground support.
Partnerships & Investment
With a major product launch scheduled for 2026, GreenHulls is open to strategic partnership and investment discussions.
See SOMS running on your operation
Book a 15-minute walkthrough tailored to your fleet. Early partners get prioritised onboarding and direct input into the SOMS module roadmap.
Rapid deployment with no heavy IT integration required. Connects seamlessly with your existing tech stack.