Lee Wilshire
Marine Logistics and Civil Engineering Support in South East England
Lee is Commercial Manager at Wood Hall & Heward, where he manages the company's work in supporting civil engineering projects on and adjacent to the canal, as well as their ongoing freight transport on London's waterway network.
With interests in waterways heritage and planning, Lee's role at WHH offers him the perfect opportunity to combine his personal and professional interests. He is responsible for developing and managing commercial relationships with clients, as well as ensuring that the company's work complies with all relevant regulations.
Lee has over 15 years of experience in the industry and is a passionate advocate for the continued use of inland waterways for freight transport. He believes that canals can play a vital role in reducing the environmental impact of freight transportation, and he is committed to working with businesses and the government to promote commercial use of canals.
Additionally, Lee is a member of CRT's Navigation Advisory Group, where he provides advice to CRT on the management of the canal network. He also sits on Logistics UK's Water Council and is the Commercial Boat Operators Association's Southern Representative. Both of these roles provide a forum for the discussion of issues affecting the water transport industry.
Outside of work, Lee and his partner own two historic GUCCC Motor Boats, Barnet and Cantley. Barnet is in working trim while Cantley is currently being refitted as a home on their mooring in Rickmansworth.