Blank Rome Welcomes Maritime Partner Luke Reid
interdiction, the legal aspects of counterterrorism, border security, anti-corruption, human rights, and war crimes.Reid earned his J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law, holds advanced degrees in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, and earned his B.S. in Civil Engineering from the United States Coast Guard Academy
Naval Architect Mitchell Levi Joins The Shearer Group
The Shearer Group, Inc. (TSGI) announced Mitchell Levi has joined its naval architecture, marine engineering, and marine surveying firm as a naval architect. He holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Michigan. For his undergraduate research, Levi examined the highly coupled relationships between propulsion loads and cooling systems.While studying at the University of Michigan, Levi completed internships at TSGI, the American Bureau of Shipping and Fincantieri Marinette Marine. Levi has gained
BHGI Hires Naval Architects Althouse and Kennedy
, marine engineering and consulting firm Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. (BHGI) announced the continued expansion of its naval architecture and marine engineering firm with two new hires: Taylor Althouse and Kasey Kennedy.Althouse joined BHGI as a Naval Architect. Althouse graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master of Science in Engineering in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. During his time at the University of Michigan, Althouse interned at Hornbeck Offshore Services, LLC. in Covington, La., where he gained experience completing intact and damage stability calculations, creating
Krewsky Named President of TAI Engineers
, including the Project Resident Officer for the design and construction of the USCG’s National Security Cutter Program.Captain Krewsky is a graduate of the USCG Academy and holds master’s degrees in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Captain Krewsky currently serves, by appointment from the Secretary of Homeland Security, as a member of the National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee and the American Bureau of Shipping Special Committee on Small Vessels.As SVP Operations and Chief Engineer, Kris Karri, a 12-year veteran
NETSCo Promotes Two Senior Leaders
NETSCo, Hossenlopp was with General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in the role of construction support and design of U.S. Navy Surface Combatants. Hossenlopp has a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and a Master’s in Engineering, both Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, from the University of Michigan. He is a registered professional engineer in multiple states and is an Associate Member of SNAME.“Nick leads project teams in the design and development of shipboard systems and structures and has a passion for alternative marine fuels,” Mueller said. “His promotion is well-deser
Crowley Names Jors Chief Naval Architect
mooring, stability, and structural aspects of oil and gas module loadouts and offloads. In addition, he has managed tug and barge vessel designs to outfit deck barges for the installation of subsea pipes.Jors earned a bachelor’s degree in naval architecture and marine engineering from the University of Michigan and holds a professional engineering license
The Shearer Group, Inc. Hires Slajus and Campbell
Naval architecture, marine engineering and marine surveying firm The Shearer Group, Inc. (TSGI) announced it has hired Charles Slajus and Jacqueline Campbell.Slajus joined TSGI as a naval architect. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. Over the course of his education, Slajus gained shipyard operations and composite manufacturing experience as an intern. He was also a Teaching Assistant for a marine power and energy course.Campbell rejoined TSGI as a Designer after working for TSGI from 2013-2019. She
Bruun Takes the Helm at KVH Industries
companies, including ExteNet Systems from 2016 to 2019, New Skies Satellites from 2004 to 2006 and Centennial Communications from 2001 to 2005. Tolley holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and History from the University of Michigan
BHGI Hires Naval Achitect Delaney
Bristol, R.I.-based naval architecture and marine engineering firm Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. (BHGI) announced it has hired Braden Delaney, as a naval architect. He graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich. with an B.S.E. in naval architecture and marine engineering.Prior to joining BHGI, Delaney interned at NASSCO and NAVSEA, providing engineering support for shipyard operations in addition to interning as a salvage naval architect. Delaney is also a member of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME). He has experience in AutoCAD, Solidworks, Rhino, Orca
Fairbanks Morse Defense Names Starr CFO
at Crane Co. of Stamford, Connecticut; Managing Director of Corporate Finance at Aetna, Inc. of Hartford, Connecticut; and Director of Capital Markets and Risk Management at Fisher Scientific International, Inc. of Hampton, New Hampshire.Starr earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago
Neff Named Boston Whaler President
leadership positions including President of Fort Wayne Operations where he ran both the Harris and Cypress Cay businesses and most recently as President of Boston Whaler.Neff holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, a master’s degree in Engineering, and an MBA from the University of Michigan. Neff started his career with Ford Motor Company as a Manufacturing Engineer before joining Brunswick in 2005. Stickler holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Automotive Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan, and an MBA
The Shearer Group Adds Two Naval Architects
working at TSGI, Bonnaure worked as a Field Engineer Intern at Manson Construction Co. in Long Beach, Calif. He assisted in the development and construction of a 1,400+ linear foot section of a reinforced concrete wharf and in the coordination of various subcontractors.Frost graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.S. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He is a four-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps (1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment), where he led a squad of Marines in the execution of over 300 security patrols and force protection missions over the course of deployment to Sangin
Hamel Joins Bristol Harbor Group
Naval architecture and marine engineering firm Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. (BHGI) announced it has hired Jeb Hamel as a naval architect.Hamel graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich. with an M.S.E. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.Prior to joining BHGI, Hamel worked as a naval architecture intern at BMT Designers and Planners in Arlington, Va., where he gained experience creating general arrangement plans and performing stress and weights calculations for naval designs. He has experience in AutoCAD, Excel, Navisworks and MATLAB.
Ingalls Shipbuilding Names Blanchette VP of Quality and Engineering
held positions in business development supporting multiple international programs, served as ship program manager for Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) and served as ship design manager for various platforms. Blanchette earned a Bachelor of Science in naval architecture and marine engineering from the University of Michigan.“Throughout his 25-year career at Ingalls, Brian has served in a variety of diverse roles and has demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence,” Ingalls Shipbuilding President Kari Wilkinson said. “Brian’s focus on performance will remain an asset to our operations
Kari Wilkinson Named President of Ingalls Shipbuilding
and loss responsibility for all elements of program execution and serves as the principal liaison to the Navy and Coast Guard for all platforms in the Ingalls portfolio.Originally from Jenison, Mich., Wilkinson earned a bachelor of science in naval architecture and marine engineering from the University of Michigan, and an MBA from Temple University.Brian Cuccias (Photo: HII)Cuccias was named Ingalls Shipbuilding president in 2014 and is responsible for all programs and operations at the shipyard in Pascagoula, Miss. His career began in 1979 when he joined Litton Data Systems as a financial analyst
Yanmar America Hires Micu
OEM engine sales, Americas and OEM drivetrain sales global.Micu holds an International MBA from the Universitäte Bern Institute für Finanzmanagement in Switzerland, an MBA from the University of Rochester Simon Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan
Foreship Appoints Sward to Head US Operations
operation.The appointment sees a return to Foreship for Sward, who served the company as a Naval Architect and Project Manager between 2015-2018 and led a variety of upgrade projects for high-profile cruise clients such as Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises. Sward is a University of Michigan graduate in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering and a member of SNAME.In the intervening period, he worked as Engineering Manager of PaR Marine, a Georgia-based company specialized in mission critical machinery engineering for U.S. Navy ships. There, he led the team of engineers that
