Auramarine celebrated its 50th anniversary this month, the same month it launched its ammonia fuel supply system (FSS). We spoke to the company’s CEO John Bergman (pictured) about both milestones.

“You can see that everything revolves around this green transition and I strongly believe we’re going to be there in it, making sure that the marine industry is able to complete this transition,” says Bergman when asked about where Auramarine is heading in the future.

Bergman has extensive experience leading multinational companies having previously held C-suite roles at material handling systems company Raumaster and Voith Paper Group before taking the helm at Auramarine in 2020. His experience of living in China and the Asian markets in these roles are boons for Auramarine, with the company having a presence in Shanghai. Bergman quickly dismisses the idea that a factory in China, which Auramarine has, is a way to enjoy cheaper labour costs as he identifies the growing middle class in the country, likening the work force to “white collar” workers.