The Dutch 'Sectoragenda Maritime Manufacturing Industry' is a commitment between the maritime sector and the government. It suggests multiple policy measures to strengthen the maritime sector so it will continue to contribute to the national vital interests of The Netherlands. Furthermore 5 front runner projects are identified to progresss in innovative technologies, work methods and business models. The implementation of the agenda is a joint effort between the maritime sector and the Dutch… Show more The Dutch 'Sectoragenda Maritime Manufacturing Industry' is a commitment between the maritime sector and the government. It suggests multiple policy measures to strengthen the maritime sector so it will continue to contribute to the national vital interests of The Netherlands. Furthermore 5 front runner projects are identified to progresss in innovative technologies, work methods and business models. The implementation of the agenda is a joint effort between the maritime sector and the Dutch government. As Program Director I am responsible for the succesfull implementation on behalf of the Dutch maritime sector. Show less

SMRC is een Europese vereniging onder de paraplu van SEA Europe. Leden zijn nationale brancheorganisaties en zeescheepsreparatiewerven. Als bestuurssecretaris onderhoud ik nauw contact met de voorzitter en de vicevoorzitter, aangezien ik de enige vertegenwoordiger ben van de vereniging en daarmee de oren, ogen en stem van de Europese scheepsreparatie-industrie. De meeste onderwerpen hebben betrekking op kwesties rond gelijk speelveld, milieu, duurzaamheid en marktmonitoring. De meerderheid van… Show more SMRC is een Europese vereniging onder de paraplu van SEA Europe. Leden zijn nationale brancheorganisaties en zeescheepsreparatiewerven. Als bestuurssecretaris onderhoud ik nauw contact met de voorzitter en de vicevoorzitter, aangezien ik de enige vertegenwoordiger ben van de vereniging en daarmee de oren, ogen en stem van de Europese scheepsreparatie-industrie. De meeste onderwerpen hebben betrekking op kwesties rond gelijk speelveld, milieu, duurzaamheid en marktmonitoring. De meerderheid van de kwesties speelt zich af op Europees niveau en moet worden besproken met de Europese Commissie en verschillende van haar agentschappen. Sommige onderwerpen worden op internationaal (International Maritime Organization, IMO) niveau behandeld. Als bestuurssecretaris verzorg ik tevens alle verenigingsgerelateerde zaken, waaronder de financiën en de voorbereiding van de ledenvergaderingen. Show less

As sector manager I represent the interests of the maritime industry (i.e. ship design, ship building and maritime equipment) of the Netherlands. I do this on national, European and international level. My focus is on climate and environmental affairs, sustainability and innovation and next to this I represent the interest of the ship maintenance and repair industry. The majority of work is on a European (European Commission, European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA), European stakeholders) and… Show more As sector manager I represent the interests of the maritime industry (i.e. ship design, ship building and maritime equipment) of the Netherlands. I do this on national, European and international level. My focus is on climate and environmental affairs, sustainability and innovation and next to this I represent the interest of the ship maintenance and repair industry. The majority of work is on a European (European Commission, European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA), European stakeholders) and international (International Maritime Organization, IMO) level. I discuss, negotiate and give presentations to strive for policy and legislation that is workable for the Dutch maritime industry. I represent the industry in several working groups, fora and as member of the delegation of the Netherlands to the IMO. Show less

Dutch seafarers have their own disciplinary court which reviews and verdicts accidents and incidents ranging from environmental incidents, navigational errors to fatal accidents. The court is chaired by a judge of the maritime chamber of the court in Rotterdam. At a court hearing the defendant (seafarer) is questioned by the judge and the court members. As member you discuss the case with the judge and advice on the verdict which can range from acquittal, a fine unto the revocation of the… Show more Dutch seafarers have their own disciplinary court which reviews and verdicts accidents and incidents ranging from environmental incidents, navigational errors to fatal accidents. The court is chaired by a judge of the maritime chamber of the court in Rotterdam. At a court hearing the defendant (seafarer) is questioned by the judge and the court members. As member you discuss the case with the judge and advice on the verdict which can range from acquittal, a fine unto the revocation of the certificate of competence. Show less

Technical superintendent responsible for several (self propelled) cutter suction dredgers and related equipment operating worldwide. Working from the Rotterdam office as well as on projects globally. Preparation and execution of non-routine maintenance, dry dockings, conversions and accident repairs.

Engineer on cutter suction dredgers JFJ De Nul and Niccolo Machiavelli. Working on projects globally (mainly Middle East, India and Africa). New building of Niccolo Machiavelli at Uljanik Shipyard in Pula, Croatia.

Dual licensed ships officer on container vessels sailing worldwide. At P&O Nedlloyd all ships officers change between ship navigational officer and ship engineer every 6 days. This maritime officer structure works very well up to the highest rank (the so called 'dual master').