Meet the Professionals

Our Team

Our team comprises highly experienced offshore professionals, including Master Mariners, NEBOSH-certified HSE advisors, and senior construction managers. Each member brings specialist expertise honed across decades of global offshore projects.

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Chris Akehurst

Chris Akehurst

GradIOSH MIIRSM MCIOB

Chris founded Offshore Installation Consultants, bringing over 37 years of experience in the lifting operations industry, including 17 years offshore. For 15 of those years, he has focused on representing the client in offshore environments. Qualified in Level 7 Senior Construction Management, Level 6 in Occupational Health & Safety, and NEBOSH certified.

Chris Frowen

Chris Frowen

Client Representative

Chris has extensive heavy lift experience and has integrated those skills into his current role as Client Representative. With the past 5 years in Taiwan and previously Europe, he is knowledgeable in all offshore installations and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.

Arno Kranz

Arno Kranz

Master Mariner & Client Representative

A Master Mariner, Client Representative and experienced maritime professional, Arno brings a wealth of work experience in offshore and maritime operations. With excellent knowledge in HSE, he currently serves as a Client Representative on major projects.

Shane Brennan

Shane Brennan

Foundation Installation Specialist

Shane brings a wealth of offshore foundation installation experience to the team. A highly skilled consultant with extensive grouting and foundation knowledge, coupled with a calm temperament that makes him a great asset to any project team.

Garry Hodson

Garry Hodson

APAC Manager

Based in Taipei, Garry is an experienced Offshore Construction Manager and Client Representative with a demonstrable history in the maritime industry. Skilled in offshore management, contract management, tendering, cable installations, HV/FO jointing, renewable energy, and business development.

Jeroen van Elewoud

Jeroen van Elewoud

Marine Professional & Master Mariner

Jeroen is a highly experienced and motivated marine professional with a demonstrated history in the offshore and renewable industry. As a Master Mariner and former Captain of the Heavy Lift Jack-up vessel 'Seafox 5', he brings invaluable maritime expertise to the team.

Jason Abbott

Jason Abbott

Site / Construction Manager

Jason joins the team with over 16 years of experience in the wind farm industry. His calm, composed approach enables him to be an excellent Site and Construction Manager with a strong HSE mindset.

Ross Kitto

Ross Kitto

Superintendent / Site Manager

Ross is an experienced Superintendent and Site Manager with extensive experience in offshore drilling and installation processes. He brings valuable operational knowledge to every project.

Andrew Dolman

Andrew Dolman

HSE & Construction Manager | GradIOSH MIIRSM

Andy brings many years of experience to the team. His organisational skills and discipline, developed through years in the Armed Forces, have enabled him to become a well-versed asset to any project. A Health & Safety Professional for many years, now specialising in Construction Management Offshore.

Lee Finlay

Lee Finlay

HSE Advisor

Lee joins with a vast amount of experience in the Oil & Gas industry and recently in the Renewables Sector as an HSE Advisor. A great team player and a very personable professional, making him a positive member for any project team.

Dean Farrell

Dean Farrell

Master Mariner & Client Representative

Dean is a Maritime Professional having served as a Master for many years and now as Client Representative with strong MCC knowledge. A dedicated professional and a pleasure to work with.

Bjorn Penzel

Bjorn Penzel

Marine Warranty Surveyor & Client Representative

An experienced Marine Warranty Surveyor and currently Client Representative with an eye for detail and a strong focus on HSE. Bjorn brings precision and thoroughness to every project he undertakes.

Seweryn Tosik

Seweryn Tosik

Client Representative

Seweryn brings many years of heavy lift experience to the team and has spent the past several years working as an Offshore Client Representative. Known for his calm, composed approach and excellent working relationships.

Donnie MacPhee

Donnie MacPhee

Client Representative

With extensive maritime experience spanning many years, Donnie has been involved in maritime works throughout his career. An accomplished Client Representative for the past 9 years on various projects across Europe and Asia.

Vincent Labrenz

Vincent Labrenz

Offshore Wind Professional

An experienced onshore and offshore wind professional with in-depth knowledge of foundation installation, noise mitigation, piling, WTG construction with single blade and full star installation, QA/QC, and final inspections for transition pieces and jackets. Also an experienced HSE Advisor.

Stacey Botteau

Stacey Botteau

Client Representative | Heavy Lifting Specialist

With over 12 years in the offshore wind industry as a Client Representative, specialising in heavy lifting, Stacey brings a wealth of knowledge to the team. LOLER and BS7121 are his speciality, combined with being a great team player.

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