Ajaz joined Gard (UK) Limited in 2001 from a seagoing career of 18 years. He is a qualified Master Mariner with considerable experience on tankers, bulk carriers and large containerships. He also holds a Masters degree (LLM) in Maritime Law. Ajaz is Head of Claims at Gard (UK) Limited with emphasis on casualty work and is Vice President – Global Head of Collison Claims for the Gard Group. Prior to joining Gard, he worked for A.P.Møller (Maersk) where he served across all ranks; including as Master for four years, and as Owners Superintendant for A.P Møller takeover projects and new build takeovers from Hyundai. Ajaz is Gard’s representative on the International Group Pilotage & Maritime Security sub-committee.