Our People
We pride ourselves in having a strong team, with an even stronger work ethic.
Sullivan Shipping is built upon a strong foundation of highly skilled, well trained personnel. With abilities stemming from technical training and qualifications, skills are developed on the job, building upon vast industry knowledge and experience.
We take pride in our strong network of fellow professionals. Sullivan Shipping has collaborated with many operators, authoritative bodies and key industry players, and we carefully nurture our professional relationships around the world.
As a people’s business, it’s key that we have a people-first strategy. From our culture to our management structure, the services we offer and the relationships we maintain with our principles, we have a personal approach that values each individual and celebrates the hard-working people that keep our operation ticking and thriving.
Matthew Ellul Sullivan
CEO - Shipping and Liner Agency
Matthew is proud to hold a managerial role as part of the family-run shipping agency. He champions the need to balance robust systems and procedures with strong interpersonal relationships and sound business values.
Christian Ellul Sullivan
CEO - Freight and Logistics
Christian brings unbounded enthusiasm to the company and has been part of the company for 17 years. For Christian, the most important part of the business is the quality of service that Sullivan Shipping delivers.
Ian Sullivan
Chief Operations Officer
With over 24 years of experience in the maritime field, Ian also focuses on developments in the maritime sector both locally and internationally, enabling the company to identify potential business opportunities and investments.
Cedric Chircop
Head of Accounts
Cedric heads up the finance division within Sullivan Shipping. For Cedric, motivating his team and solving problems are essential tasks to his work, and he can always be counted upon to deliver a strong decision-making process.
Keith Ellul Sullivan
Cargo Logistics and Operations Manager
Keith has been working in the shipping industry for 14 years, and now works within logistics and operations having taken over the transhipment department. Keith now manages the trailer service for the company’s local cargo.
Matthew Castagna
Sales Manager
Mathew’s key focus is product quality, customer service, and competitive pricing on the three major transport pillar modes: sea, road, and air. With over 20 years of experience, our customers are in safe hands with Matthew.