Matthew Wright
About Matthew Wright
Matthew Wright is a Senior Freight Analyst currently working at Kpler since 2021, with prior experience at SSY - Simpson Spence Young and Argus Media in various analytical roles. He holds degrees in Law and Politics from Cardiff University and has studied Commercial Law and Chinese.
Current Role at Kpler
Matthew Wright serves as a Senior Freight Analyst at Kpler, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on analyzing freight data and trends, contributing to Kpler's reputation as a leader in providing data intelligence for the global commodity markets.
Previous Experience at SSY - Simpson Spence Young
Prior to his current role, Matthew worked at SSY - Simpson Spence Young as a Senior Analyst from 2019 to 2021. Based in London, he specialized in freight analysis, leveraging his expertise to support clients in navigating the complexities of the shipping industry.
Background in Argus Media
Matthew has extensive experience with Argus Media, where he held multiple positions. He was a Manager for the Crude and Refined Products Team for 10 months in 2019, and previously worked as a Freight Reporter from 2013 to 2015. He also served as a Senior Analyst in Consulting Services from 2015 to 2018, all based in London.
Education and Qualifications
Matthew Wright studied at Cardiff University, where he earned an LLB in Law and Politics from 2004 to 2008. He furthered his education at the College of Law in London, completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) with a focus on Commercial Law, Dispute Resolution, and Acquisitions. Additionally, he studied Chinese at Beijing Language and Culture University from 2010 to 2011.
Early Career at Freedonia Group
Matthew began his career as an Industry Analyst at Freedonia Group in Beijing from 2011 to 2013. This role provided him with foundational experience in market analysis and research, which he later applied in his subsequent positions within the freight and commodities sectors.