Meet the exciting people behind our member businesses.

Name: Mark Cowieson

Company: LHR Marine Limited

Job title: Chief Executive Officer

Give us the elevator pitch for your business. 

LHR Marine Limited safeguards workers in high-risk environments with industry-leading fall protection equipment, specialist PPE, hand safety solutions, and dropped object prevention systems.

We provide cutting-edge safety equipment that minimises risks, enhances compliance, and ensures every worker returns home safely. With expert knowledge, premium products, and a commitment to innovation, we help businesses create safer, more productive worksites. When safety is non-negotiable, LHR Marine delivers solutions you can trust.

Who are your customers? 

LHR Marine focus on the supply of specialist PPE solutions for a wide range of industries, including the global energy sector, marine, nuclear, industrial, construction, manufacturing, and whisky distilleries, as well as supporting local small businesses. We provide reliable, compliant, and fit-for-purpose safety equipment tailored to the needs of both large-scale operations and smaller enterprises, ensuring workers are protected across every environment.

What is the biggest challenge and opportunity your organisation is facing right now? 

Our biggest challenge right now is balancing rapid, reliable service delivery in a highly demanding and safety-critical supply chain, while maintaining strong growth across both local and international markets. Ensuring availability, compliance, and responsiveness, particularly in sectors where downtime is costly and safety standards are extremely high continues to put pressure on operations and logistics.

At the same time, this also presents a significant opportunity. There is growing demand locally across Aberdeen and the North East for trusted, responsive suppliers of specialist PPE, particularly from smaller businesses and contractors who need dependable support without long lead times. By strengthening these local relationships, LHR Marine can build a more resilient customer base close to home.

What is your word of advice for fellow Chamber members? 

Be proactive and never be afraid to challenge the norm. People value fresh perspectives, innovative thinking, and lessons learned from previous experiences. By speaking up, asking questions, and suggesting improvements, you’ll not only contribute to success but also grow within your company. At LHR Marine we foster a culture where new ideas are welcomed, and continuous improvement is at the heart of everything we do  

 What is the best thing about being a Chamber member?

The opportunity to connect with a strong network of local and international businesses across multiple sectors. The Chamber provides valuable industry insight, networking events, and a platform to build trusted relationships that support collaboration and long-term growth. Being part of such a respected business community also helps raise our profile and keeps us connected to developments that matter to our industry.

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