Maritimo Recycling Appoints Advisory Board to Scale Ocean Plastic Solutions
Singapore, 20th Mar 2026 – Maritimo Recycling, a Croatian nonprofit organisation dedicated to cleaning the Adriatic Sea and transforming ocean plastic into durable products, has announced the appointment of its inaugural Advisory Board. Selected from the Veblen Director Programme, the five accomplished advisors bring expertise in healthcare governance, corporate finance, aviation strategy, operational transformation, and advanced manufacturing.
Their appointment marks a pivotal transition as Maritimo Recycling scales beyond experimentation to commercial production of its flagship product, Floaties—100% recycled, polarised sunglasses with a lifetime guarantee. The Advisory Board will provide strategic oversight as the organisation expands its impact across the Mediterranean while developing innovative recycling machines and sustainable product lines.
“Ocean plastic is not an environmental problem. It is a design failure of our civilisation. With this Advisory Board, Maritimo Recycling is done experimenting and ready to scale real solutions. Together, we are turning waste into great products with visible and measurable impact,” said Marjan Žitnik, Founder of Maritimo Recycling.
Appointed Advisory Board Members
Dr. Sundardas Dharmadas Annamalay – Chair of the Board
An award-winning entrepreneur and seasoned board advisor with over 30 years of experience across governance, ESG-aligned strategy, and sustainable human performance, having served for over a decade as Vice-President and President of the Singapore Planned Parenthood Association. Dr. Sundardas brings expertise in organisational governance, stakeholder engagement, and social impact measurement to guide Maritimo Recycling’s transition from nonprofit innovation to a scalable social enterprise.
“I am looking forward to working with Maritimo Recycling to reduce pollution and recycle waste into useful products. This will not only create jobs but also improve wellbeing across communities and benefit those involved,” said Dr. Sundardas Dharmadas Annamalay, Chair of the Board at Maritimo Recycling.
Bernhard Krupka – Board Advisor
A global aviation, travel, and tourism executive with over 25 years of leadership experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, including roles such as Chairman of advisory boards and Head of Corporate Strategy at Oman Air. Bernhard brings strategic operator expertise and strong tourism networks relevant to the Adriatic Coast market.
“Plastics in the oceans are one of the greatest environmental challenges we face. Maritimo Recycling is addressing this issue with a clear regional focus. I am looking forward to supporting this initiative with my strategic operator perspective and strong tourism network, which are highly relevant to the Adriatic Coast, particularly Dubrovnik,” said Bernhard Krupka, Board Advisor at Maritimo Recycling.
Ashraf Hoseini – Board Advisor
With extensive experience at the intersection of aviation operations, digital transformation, and innovation, Ashraf has helped complex organisations turn technology into measurable operational performance. He brings expertise in streamlining workflows and strengthening governance to support Maritimo Recycling’s development of innovative recycling machines and production systems.
“I am very pleased to join Maritimo Recycling as an Advisory Board member and look forward to working with the Board and team to support their continued progress as they scale solutions that deliver real environmental impact,” said Ashraf Hoseini, Board Advisor at Maritimo Recycling.
Ben Leung – Board Advisor
A management executive with global experience in advanced manufacturing, electronics, and engineering, including scaling revenue from zero to over $50 million and building cross-border teams. He brings expertise in market penetration, scalable growth, and channel strategy to support Maritimo Recycling’s product commercialisation and international expansion.
“Maritimo Recycling has proven the concept. Now it is about scaling production, building distribution channels, and bringing sustainable products to consumers who care about ocean health. I am excited to apply my manufacturing and go-to-market experience to help make that happen,” said Ben Leung, Board Advisor at Maritimo Recycling.
About Maritimo Recycling
Maritimo Recycling is a Croatian nonprofit organisation dedicated to cleaning the Adriatic Sea and transforming ocean plastic into durable, sustainable products. The organisation developed Floaties—100% recycled, polarised, unsinkable sunglasses that are lightweight, affordable, and built to last, backed by a lifetime guarantee.
By combining ocean cleanup initiatives with innovative product design and recycling technology, Maritimo Recycling is turning environmental waste into commercial opportunity while creating jobs and measurable environmental impact. Based in Dubrovnik, the organisation is pioneering circular economy solutions across the Mediterranean, demonstrating that ocean plastic is not just a problem to solve, but a resource to reimagine.
Learn more at: maritimo-recycling.com
About the Veblen Director Programme
The Veblen Director Programme empowers executives and professionals with the skills and knowledge to excel in board and advisory roles. Through training, education, and a global network of experienced board members, Veblen supports organisations in navigating complex challenges, driving sustainable growth, and building impactful leadership teams.
Learn more at: www.veblendirectors.com
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