ABOUT US
Our goal is not just to meet expectations, but to anticipate and exceed them.
A Legacy of Excellence, Backed by Fairfield
Fairfield-Maxwell Services Ltd. (FMSL) is part of the Fairfield-Maxwell family of companies, a third-generation enterprise founded in 1957. Fairfield has built and grown businesses across industries and geographies through long-term investments, a hands-on commitment to people, and a focus on sustainable growth.
As Fairfield’s ship management company, FMSL has delivered world-class vessel and crew management services since 1972.
We combine the strength of a global enterprise with the responsiveness of a specialized team—providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions for shipowners and charterers worldwide.
Excellence:
We set the benchmark for ship management through safety, compliance, and reliability.
Integrity:
We believe in long-term partnerships built on transparency and trust.
People First:
Our team’s experience and dedication are the foundation of our success.
Innovation:
We anticipate changes in regulations and industry practices, ensuring our clients’ vessels are always ahead.
Our Mission & Values
Behind every vessel we manage is a team of seasoned professionals with decades of seafaring and onshore experience. Their commitment ensures that ships and crews perform at the highest standards of safety and efficiency. At FMSL, people are our greatest strength—and the reason our clients trust us to manage their most valuable assets. “Our goal is not just to meet expectations, but to anticipate and exceed them.”
— Capt. Peter Johansen, President
Global Reach
With more than five decades of operational expertise, FMSL has successfully managed a diverse fleet of vessels across the globe.
Our experience includes crude and product tankers, reefers,
RO-ROs, general cargo carriers, chemical carriers, and car carriers.
This depth of knowledge, combined with our global partnerships, allows us to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient ship management solutions no matter where our clients operate.
Meet The Team Behind Our Success
At FMSL, our people are our greatest strength. From technical management to finance and operations, each member of our leadership team brings decades of expertise and a shared commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence. Together, they ensure that every vessel and crew entrusted to us performs at the highest possible standard.
Capt. Peter Johansen
Capt. Peter Johansen
Pete has experience as a licensed Deck Officer, having sailed on chemical and product tankers as well as container ships. He joined Fairfield-Maxwell in 1996 after serving as a Marine Superintendent with Sea-Land Services and as a U.S. Naval Reserve Captain during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Richard Soos
Controller
Rich joined the Fairfield Group in 1993 as Chief Accountant for Fairfield-Maxwell Services, Ltd., and has over 30 years of experience in the marine industry. As Controller for both FMSL and Great American Lines, Inc. he is responsible for the vessel accounting and financial reporting to corporate headquarters and shipowners.
Carl Castiglioni
Technical Manager
Carl is a highly skilled maritime professional with a distinguished career that includes both sea-going and shore-based leadership roles. As an experienced Unlimited Steam and Motor/Diesel Chief Engineer and Fleet Manager, he brings FMSL extensive technical knowledge, a strong safety focus, and a tradition of operational excellence developed over four decades in the maritime industry.
Todd McCleary
EU-ETS and FuelEU Maritime Compliance Manager
Todd has a BS degree in Nautical Science/Marine Transportation from the US Merchant Marine Academy and has been working in operations for FMSL and related companies since 1985.
David Duncan
Operations Manager
David has varied experience in the marine industry, beginning his career at Fairfield-Maxwell as Purchasing Manager and expanding into various compliance and operations roles. He holds a Master’s in Transportation Management from SUNY Maritime and serves as the company’s Designated Person Ashore and Company Security Officer.
Sharon Atieh
Office Manager
Sharon joined Fairfield-Maxwell Services, Ltd. in 2003 and became Office Manager in 2009 for both Fairfield and Great American Lines, Inc. She oversees all administrative, employee, and vessel management matters, supporting financial operations and coordinating crew documentation and communications.
Richard Soos
Controller
Rich joined the Fairfield Group in 1993 as Chief Accountant for Fairfield-Maxwell Services, Ltd., and has over 30 years of experience in the marine industry. As Controller for both FMSL and Great American Lines, Inc. he is responsible for the vessel accounting and financial reporting to corporate headquarters and shipowners.
Sharon Atieh
Office Manager
Sharon joined Fairfield-Maxwell Services, Ltd. in 2003 and became Office Manager in 2009 for both Fairfield and Great American Lines, Inc. She oversees all administrative, employee, and vessel management matters, supporting financial operations and coordinating crew documentation and communications.
Todd McCleary
EU-ETS and FuelEU Maritime Compliance Manager
Todd has a BS degree in Nautical Science/Marine Transportation from the US Merchant Marine Academy and has been working in operations for FMSL and related companies since 1985.
Carl Castiglioni
Technical Manager
Carl is a highly skilled maritime professional with a distinguished career that includes both sea-going and shore-based leadership roles. As an experienced Unlimited Steam and Motor/Diesel Chief Engineer and Fleet Manager, he brings FMSL extensive technical knowledge, a strong safety focus, and a tradition of operational excellence developed over four decades in the maritime industry.
David Duncan
Operations Manager
David has varied experience in the marine industry, beginning his career at Fairfield-Maxwell as Purchasing Manager and expanding into various compliance and operations roles. He holds a Master’s in Transportation Management from SUNY Maritime and serves as the company’s Designated Person Ashore and Company Security Officer.
Capt. Peter Johansen
Capt. Peter Johansen
Pete has experience as a licensed Deck Officer, having sailed on chemical and product tankers as well as container ships. He joined Fairfield-Maxwell in 1996 after serving as a Marine Superintendent with Sea-Land Services and as a U.S. Naval Reserve Captain during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Meet The Team Behind Our Success
At FMSL, our people are our greatest strength. From technical management to finance and operations, each member of our leadership team brings decades of expertise and a shared commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence. Together, they ensure that every vessel and crew entrusted to us performs at the highest possible standard.