NAFC Marine Centre appoints new Director

Professor Gray is a marine biologist and currently Dean of Faculty at the University of Derby in Buxton, England. He has previously lectured at Rhodes University in South-Africa, and, was appointed Deputy Principal and Dean of Faculty at Hartpury College of the University of the West of England. He moved to the University of Derby in 2004 as Head of the School of Culture and Lifestyle and was appointed Dean of Faculty in December 2006. Commenting on his appointment, Professor Gray said: “This is my dream job: it will give me the opportunity to marry my chosen discipline of marine biology with the academic leadership skills that I have acquired during my career to date.” Tony Hawkins, the interim director of the centre, said: “We are very fortunate to have secured the services of Professor Gray. “Having a director of his stature and experience will reinforce our position as a leading provider of training, research and advice for the nautical, fisheries, engineering, aquaculture and food industries. “The centre itself provides training and education to support the maritime industries which underpin the economy of Shetland.”