GMS Japan Location
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Main: gmsjapan@gallaghermarine.com
Phone: +81 (0)3 6386 5125
Fax:+81 (0)3 6685 6146
About Our Japanese Office
GMS Japan serves as Gallagher Marine Systems’ regional base for the Asia-Pacific. We provide targeted support to Japanese shipping clients through a combination of local knowledge, trusted industry relationships, and full access to GMS’s global service portfolio.
With strong leadership and a deep understanding of the Japanese maritime landscape, GMS Japan offers:
- Vessel compliance and regulatory advisory services
- Port operations and logistics coordination
- Maritime risk assessments and contingency planning
- Relationship management with local authorities and P&I clubs
- Alignment with global incident response and compliance protocols
Whether advising on policy or preparing clients for rapid response, GMS Japan ensures its partners stay ahead of evolving regional and international regulations.
Meet Our Team
Shigeru Shimada
GMS Japan Co., Ltd.Mr. Shimada has been involved with the operations of Gallagher Marine Systems (GMS) in Japan since April 2023...
Mr. Shimada has been involved with the operations of Gallagher Marine Systems (GMS) in Japan since April 2023, and took over the position of Director, GMS Japan on 25 June 2025. He is a 1982 graduate of the Tokyo University of Fisheries (later renamed the Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology) and since that time, has established himself as a highly-accomplished and respected member of the maritime community in Japan. Prior to his work at GMS, Shimada-san worked at Cornes P&I Co. Ltd. and Tindall Riley (Britannia) Japan Ltd. for 37 years, last serving in the position of General Manager until his retirement.
As Director of GMS Japan, Shimada-san is our regional representative and point of contact for clients, many of whom are already familiar with him from his time in leadership within the P&I industry.
Why Choose GMS Japan?
- Deep Local Expertise: Shimada-san’s decades in the Japanese maritime sector ensure trusted and reliable service.
- Strong Asia-Pacific Reach: Our presence in Japan for well over 20 years positions us perfectly to serve key maritime routes.
- Full GMS Service Portfolio: From compliance consulting to emergency support, clients access the same comprehensive services backed by global standards.