Idwal names Rebecca Sperti its CCO

Rebecca Sperti, CCO, Idwal

Cardiff, Wales-headquartered vessel inspection specialist Idwal has appointed Rebecca Sperti as its chief commercial officer (CCO), based at its headquarters in Cardiff Bay.

Idwal notes that Spertl is a highly experienced commercial leader with a track record of shaping and delivering customer-led growth strategies at technology-enabled service businesses. Her background includes sales, marketing and commercial operations, with specific expertise in building high-performing teams and scalable go-to-market models in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Spertti joins Idwal from a leading supply chain compliance business in South Wales. Idwal says that, while new to the maritime sector, her experience aligns closely with Idwal’s operating model and its ambition to build a leading global maritime brand, leveraging technology, data and service excellence.

As CCO, Sperti will lead Idwal’s global commercial organization across the U.K., Europe and Asia, with responsibility for sales, marketing, customer success and commercial strategy. Her appointment comes as Idwal continues to expand its inspection intelligence platform and enhance the value delivered to shipowners, charterers, financiers and insurers worldwide.

“Following an extensive search process, we are delighted to appoint Rebecca as our Chief Commercial Officer,” said Nick Owens, CEO of Idwal. “She brings significant experience in building and scaling commercial functions within growing technology-enabled businesses, alongside a clear customer-first mindset.

As we continue to strengthen our commercial capability to support future growth, Rebecca’s leadership will be instrumental in aligning our go-to-market strategy, enhancing customer value and ensuring we are well positioned for the next phase of expansion.”

“I’m delighted to be joining Idwal at such an exciting stage in its journey,” said Sperti. “The maritime industry is navigating increasing regulatory, ESG and transparency demands, and high-quality, aggregated inspection insight has never been more important.”