Professional Role and Responsibilities
Christie L. Albert currently serves as the Head of Sales – APAC & Middle East at Metizoft AS, having commenced this role in July 2025. Based in Singapore, she is responsible for driving sales strategy and market development across the maritime, offshore, and sustainability sectors within the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions. Her remit includes revenue growth, market share expansion, and brand strengthening. She leads regional sales teams, account managers, and partner networks, managing the entire sales cycle from market analysis, client engagement, proposal development, to contract negotiations. Christie leverages digital sales and operational tools such as HubSpot CRM and OneFlow to implement data-driven sales processes, targeted marketing initiatives, and foster cross-functional collaboration aimed at positioning Metizoft as a trusted provider of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), compliance, and sustainability solutions.
Industry Expertise and Experience
Christie brings over 15 years of maritime industry experience, including significant tenure at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) in Singapore, where she progressed through multiple leadership and project management roles from 2009 to 2025:
- Program/Department Manager (2022–2025): Led cross-functional project execution and operational oversight, overseeing multiple projects simultaneously to ensure alignment with strategic goals and client expectations. Responsibilities included resource optimization, full project lifecycle management, onboarding program design, and business development contribution.
- Senior Project Manager (2018–2022): Directed large-scale offshore projects with a focus on regulatory compliance, contractual and quality assurance. Managed risk mitigation, maintained strong client relationships, and successfully enhanced project profitability.
- Project Manager (2012–2018): Managed full lifecycle offshore projects such as FPSO/FSO conversions (notably FPSO Aseng and FPSO Cidade de Santos-MV20) and MODU construction with emphasis on regulatory compliance, cost control, and quality management.
- Vendor Package Manager (2009–2012): Coordinated technical project support, vendor certification, cost estimation, and served as primary liaison between ABS and global clients, contributing to the successful delivery of complex offshore projects.
Her maritime expertise extends to ESG compliance, Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) maintenance, digital documentation, and sustainable fleet management solutions, positioning her adeptly at the intersection of operational realities and evolving regulatory frameworks.
Key Projects and Client Engagements
Christie has actively managed and supported major projects and clients including:
- FPSO projects for leading operators such as MISC - Chevron, MODEC/OFS - ExxonMobil, Petrobras, Bumi Armada, M3nergy
- New construction and conversion projects involving offshore production units and floatels at reputable shipyards including KeppelFELS and Floatel International UK
- Compliance navigation related to critical regulations such as HKC (Hong Kong Convention), EU SRR (Ship Recycling Regulation)
Educational Background and Certifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Telecommunication) from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
- Certifications include Executive Presence for Women (American Management Association), various maritime and project management certifications from ABS, Project Management Institute (PMI) membership, and specialty training in Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO), Marine Drilling Technology, and Offshore Production and Processing Systems.
Language Proficiency
- Full professional proficiency in English and Malay.
Industry Presence and Networking
Christie maintains a robust professional network, holding 500+ LinkedIn connections and followed by over 930 industry professionals. She is active in maritime sustainability dialogues, sharing insights on regulatory impacts, emissions reduction technologies, and ESG risk management. This involvement underscores her knowledge leadership and openness to collaboration across the maritime and offshore sustainability ecosystem.
Company Context: Metizoft AS
Metizoft AS is a Norwegian-origin company with a presence in Singapore, recognized as an early provider of Green Passport / IHM consulting and compliance solutions with 18 years of industry operation as of 2024. The company supports maritime clients with digital tools for:
- Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) maintenance & compliance
- ESG readiness and reporting
- Digital documentation and lifecycle asset tracking
- Sustainable fleet management solutions
Christie’s leadership aligns closely with Metizoft’s strategic direction towards strengthening ESG and compliance service offerings in the APAC and Middle East markets, emphasizing digital transformation and regulatory readiness.
This comprehensive profile highlights Christie L. Albert as a seasoned maritime sales leader with deep operational and regulatory expertise, a focus on sustainable maritime solutions, and a strong network conducive to engaging key stakeholders in the evolving global shipping compliance landscape.
