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Managing Director
Mr. Mc Lean brings over five decades of extensive experience in the maritime and shipping industry. His career began in the United Kingdom, where he studied at Thurrock Technical College in Grays, Essex, and earned certification from the Institute of Freight Forwarders. After gaining early experience in freight forwarding, he transitioned into ship operations and ship broking, establishing a strong foundation in international maritime logistics. From 1981 to 1989, Mr. Mc Lean served as Chartering Officer at the Shipping Corporation of Trinidad & Tobago Limited (SCOTT), where he was responsible for chartering and managing vessels on behalf of major national clients, including Trinidad & Tobago Methanol Company (TTMC), National Petroleum Marketing Company (NPMC), National Flour Mills, Caroni (1975) Limited, and ISCOTT. His portfolio included the delivery and operation of key vessels such as the M.T. Harold La Borde, M.T. Trinidad & Tobago, M.T. Scott Enterprise, and M.T. Scott Unity. In 1989, he founded several maritime ventures, including Trinidad Chartering Limited, Prometheus Maritime Limited, and Sunrise Shipping Limited, expanding operations into ship agency, brokerage, and vessel ownership under the Trinidad and Tobago flag. Building on this experience, Mr. Mc Lean established Central Navigation Limited in 1992, specialising in liquid bulk and tanker agency services. Under his leadership, the company became the exclusive agent for Methanex, representing the Titan and Atlas Methanol Plants, and has provided long-term support to Baroid Limited, NPMC, and Easi Chemicals Limited. From 1997 to 2016, the company also served as the exclusive agent for Arcelor Mittal LLC, handling exports of wire rod coils and steel billets. Today, as Managing Director of CENNAV Limited, Mr. Mc Lean continues to lead with a commitment to professionalism, operational excellence, and innovation in ship agency, chartering, and heavy-lift logistics throughout Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean.
Accounts Supervisor / Director
Mrs. Adams-Burke is a dedicated maritime professional and accomplished business leader with extensive experience in logistics coordination, operational support, and management across multiple sectors. She has built a strong reputation for operational excellence, professionalism, and effective leadership. Her career includes roles in both the maritime and retail sectors:
She was the Administrative Assistant for Aerial World Services Ltd managing student registration, banking (deposits), issuance of cheques and receipts, and daily operational management of the company. In 2020 she became the General Manager of Ron’s Friendly Supermarket Ltd directing daily operations, recruited, trained, and supervised employees, managed customer relations, set budgets, monitored stock levels, executed promotions, and ensured accurate cash handling and record-keeping while upholding company policies and confidentiality. She then became the Accounts Supervisor at Central Navigation Limited overseeing financial operations including management, and maintaining long-term customer relationships. Mrs. Adams-Burke is the Accounts Supervisor and Director of Cennav Limited. She plays a key role in managing administrative, operational, and client service functions, ensuring precision and efficiency across all business processes. In addition to her professional career, Mrs. Adams-Burke has served on the Trinidad and Tobago Cadet Force – BATCE Unit, holding the position of Vice President for three terms and currently serving as President, reflecting her commitment to leadership, community engagement, and youth development. She holds a Degree in Management from UWI Roytec and has earned multiple certifications in the field of BATCE Cadet 2023 and 2024, Accounting, Welding Level 1, Quality Control Management, Information Technology, Nursing for Healthcare, Fabric Design, and HarvardX HLS2X: Contract Law and Maritime Cyber Security Awareness Workshop. Throughout her career, Mrs. Adams-Burke has championed operational excellence and innovation, contributing to modernisation and efficiency in every organisation she serves. With a results-driven approach and strong leadership skills, she continues to uphold professionalism, reliability, and exceptional service across all her endeavors.
Operations Supervisor / Boarding Clerk
Boarding Clerk
Mr. Balwah is an experienced maritime professional with a diverse background in shipping operations and commodity surveying. He began his career as a Commodity Surveyor from in 2005, gaining extensive knowledge of maritime logistics and cargo handling. He then transitioned to the role of Precepted Officer at ISPS and subsequently worked as a Boarding Clerk at Sesko Trinidad Ltd until 2024. Mr. Balwah joined CENNAV Limited as a Boarding Clerk where he contributes his expertise to port operations and vessel management. Mr. Balwah holds a Degree in Industrial Engineering and completed Process Plant Operation 1 & 2 at the Institute of Tertiary Tutors. His strong educational foundation and practical experience make him a reliable and skilled professional in maritime operations.
Administrative Assistant / App. Grade 1
Ms. Adams is a dedicated Administrative professional and a committed member of the Trinidad and Tobago Cadet Force, currently holding the rank of Corporal. She is pursuing a Diploma in Computer, Network, and Telecommunication Engineering (CNT) at the University of Trinidad and Tobago and is also working toward her Customs Grade 1 license, reflecting her focus on professional growth and maritime operations. She has practical administrative experience with Central Navigation Limited and CENNAV Limited, where she manages invoices in QuickBooks, organises documents, handles bill payments, and assists in the Operations Department. Ms. Adams combines strong customer service skills, MS Office proficiency, and excellent communication abilities with a track record of discipline and leadership. She has earned numerous certifications recognizing her academic achievements, personal development, and leadership within the Cadet Force, including her recent designation as part of the Maritime Battalion’s Junior NCO Cadre (2025). Her blend of administrative expertise, technical education, and leadership experience makes her a reliable and highly capable professional in both corporate and maritime environments.