Ambition To Action

Converting innovative ideas into low impact solutions

Our Mission

Marine Futures was founded to accelerate the transition from sustainable ‘Theory’ to sustainable ‘Action’

We work with clients who share our commitment to a low-impact future, helping them develop solutions that truly reduce the marine industry’s impact on the planet.

We exist to simplify the complex, using evidence-based insights, delivered by marine industry experts.

Services

  • Lifecycle Assessment

    From a simple screening assessment to an indepth ISO 14040/44-aligned LCA reports, we produce actionable insights. From single-component evaluations to comparative assessments of entire vessels or fleets. Our robust analysis provides detailed, actionable insights that empower you to make data-driven decisions at every stage of your product’s lifecycle. Whether you aim to improve a single design or compare multiple options, we ensure your sustainability efforts are both effective and credible

  • Low Impact Product Development

    We support our clients design for the lowest impact. Our process focuses on reducing carbon emissions, optimizing material efficiency, and enhancing overall product performance. From concept to delivery, we ensure every decision contributes to a lower environmental footprint while maintaining the highest quality and durability. Whether you’re reimagining an existing product or developing something entirely new, we help you achieve tangible, long-term impact reductions.

  • Sustainability Strategy

    We partner with you to develop a customized sustainability strategy that aligns with your business goals and industry demands. Our approach combines regulatory insight, competitive analysis, and environmental expertise to create a roadmap that drives both compliance and innovation. From setting ambitious targets to tracking your progress, we ensure your strategy delivers measurable outcomes that position your business as a leader in sustainable marine practices.

  • Stakeholder Education

    Empower your stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to champion sustainability. We provide tailored workshops, training sessions, and resources to educate your team, supply chain partners, and customers. Our programs are designed to build a shared understanding of sustainability challenges and opportunities, fostering collaboration and driving collective progress toward environmental goals

  • Environmental Reporting

    Communicate your sustainability journey with confidence through our comprehensive environmental reporting services. We help you track key performance metrics, meet regulatory requirements, and showcase your progress to stakeholders. Our reports provide clear, transparent data that highlights your achievements and reinforces your commitment to reducing environmental impact, ensuring you stand out in an increasingly eco-conscious market.

Fundamentals

  • Impact First

    We partner only with clients committed to measurable environmental change, delivering solutions that drive true sustainability in the marine industry.

  • Deep Knowledge

    We understand marine products and their lifecycle inside and out, ensuring solutions that align with industry needs and challenges.

  • Data Focussed

    With over 15 years of marine industry expertise, we leverage data to create actionable insights that make a tangible difference.

  • Results Driven

    We don’t just advise; we collaborate closely with you to turn ambitious sustainability goals into impactful outcomes.

Who We Are

  • OLLIE TAYLOR

    FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

    Ollie brings over 15 years of experience working with leading brands in the marine industry, specializing in the development of products that minimise environmental impact.

    A sustainability strategist, LCA practitioner and impact-oriented problem solver, Ollie’s journey in marine innovation is driven by a passion for challenging the status quo and unearthing solutions that reduce impact.

    Ollie has led the MarineShift360 project since 2022, delivering lifecycle assessments across a wide spectrum of marine products, offering clients insights that translate into real-world, low-carbon solutions.

    Ollie founded Marine Futures to make a measurable difference in the marine industry, uniting his comprehensive understanding of product development with a commitment to sustainable progress.

    Based in the UK and deeply connected to the marine community, Ollie collaborates closely with each client, bringing both strategic vision and practical solutions to every project.

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  • LIZZY HOWARD

    PROJECT MANAGER

    Lizzy is an experienced Project Manager with a background in delivering sustainability solutions within the marine and environmental sectors.

    At Marine Futures, Lizzy contributes to the development, and management of the MarineShift360 LCA software tool and manages the Impact Accelerator and University Outreach programs

    Lizzy has extensive expertise in Lifecycle Assessment (LCA), sustainability strategy, and corporate Greenhouse Gas accounting.

    Having previously worked for industry leader, Starboard, delivering a range of impact focused projects including the VERRA PWRP certified plastic offset programme removing over 900,000kg of ocean plastic in Thailand and Myanmar

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  • CRAIG SIMMONS

    FOUNDER & TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

    Craig is a founding member of MarineShift360 and Marine Futures with 25+ years’ experience, helping businesses drive sustainable change through pragmatic, innovative solutions to environmental, operational, and reputational challenges.

    Craig is a sustainability pioneer with a particular expertise in greenhouse gas and natural capital accounting, ecological, water and carbon footprinting.

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Say Hello.

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