Executive Leadership Team

Loui Kannikoski
CEO

Loui is the Founder and Managing Director & CEO of Bhagwan.
He began his business career working in the family cray fishing business and led the family business since the mid-1980s. In 1998, Loui expanded the family’s growing marine business by securing clients in the oil and gas industry as a marine charter operator. In 2000, he further expanded the business and formed Bhagwan.
Loui’s strategy and growth expertise, combined with his operational experience, have provided a strong understanding of the success factors driving Bhagwan’s performance and business.

Mark Annand
COO

Mark is Bhagwan Marine’s Chief Operating Officer.
He brings over 35 years of operational and commercial leadership experience across the energy and oilfield services sectors. He has held senior executive roles with Baker Hughes and Schlumberger, leading large-scale operations across Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the Middle East, India and Pakistan. Since relocating to Perth, Mark has built strong connections within Australia’s marine and energy industries. Known for his focus on safety, results-driven leadership, and developing high-performing teams, he plays a key role in driving Bhagwan’s operational performance, service delivery and growth. Mark holds a Higher National Certificate in Mechanical and Design Engineering from Robert Gordon University in Scotland

Andrew Wackett
Executive Director – Finance

Andrew Wackett commenced as Executive Director – Finance on 1 May 2024.
Andrew has extensive experience in investment banking, securities management, and finance. Throughout his career, he has gained significant commercial experience with large Australian and international listed entities. He has developed a deep knowledge of financial matters, leadership, and corporate governance and has worked in executive roles guiding businesses, departments, and teams in formulating and executing strategy.
Andrew was recently the CFO of Fleetwood Limited and a former Division Director of Macquarie Securities Group for 20 years. Before joining Macquarie, Andrew worked at Wesfarmers for over six years.
Andrew holds a Bachelor of Commerce, is a Fellow of CPA Australia, a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Cheryl Williams
Chief Financial Officer and Joint Company Secretary

Cheryl is Bhagwan’s Chief Financial Officer and Joint Company Secretary, joining the Company in February 2018. Cheryl is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial planning, analysis, reporting, and management for the company. Cheryl has over 15 years’ experience in senior finance roles across multinational corporations, privately owned companies, and public practice.
Cheryl is a Certified Chartered Accountant, and holds a Certificate in Governance Practice from the Governance Institute of Australia, and a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Human Resource Management from the National College of Ireland.

Kerren Kannikoski
Executive General Manager, Corporate Services

Kerren is a co-founder of the business and commenced employment with Bhagwan in 2000 alongside her husband, Managing Director, Loui Kannikoski.
Kerren is responsible for Human Resources, payroll, information systems and marketing.

Peter Carmichael
Executive General Manager, Strategy and Business Development

Peter is an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) qualified Marine Master and Engineer who commenced employment with Bhagwan Marine in 2006. Over his 18-year tenure, Peter has operated and managed numerous vessels across the Bhagwan fleet, advancing through roles from Marine Superintendent and General Manager of Operations in Western Australia. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the company’s operations have been instrumental in fostering strong client relationships and driving business development initiatives.

Peter’s comprehensive knowledge of the maritime industry and strategic insight have led to his current role as General Manager of Corporate and Strategic Development. Peter holds a Graduate Certificate in Business (University of Western Australia)

Angus Campbell
Managing Director, Riverside Marine

Angus Joined Riverside Marine in 1999 and the Bhagwan team in 2026 and is responsible for the Riverside Marine Group brands.

Angus has over 35 years’ experience in the maritime sector with comprehensive expertise in marine industry operations management, business development and strategy. Angus holds a Bachelor of Business (Marketing & International Business) from the University of Southern Queensland.