Posted - Tuesday, 27 August 2013 - Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide
ABS, a leading provider of global maritime classification services, has
taken another step
forward to meet industry needs with the formation of the ABS Global
Gas Solutions Team to leverage the organization's LNG and LPG
capabilities. This group of experienced gas professionals will work
alongside owners, shipyards and equipment manufacturers to provide an
extensive range of services to this growing market.
"The discovery of new gas resources around the world and the exciting
potential for wide-scale adoption of gas as a marine fuel are leading to
a dynamic shift in the global marketplace," says ABS Chairman and CEO
Christopher J. Wiernicki. "This team will comprise highly experienced
technical professionals that will provide support throughout a project's
lifecycle to meet the specific needs of our marine, inland waterways
and offshore energy clients."
Patrick Janssens will lead this organization as Vice President for
Global Gas Solutions. Janssens is currently the ABS Vice President for
LNG with responsibility for projects in Europe and Asia. He previously
was Senior Vice President of Technology at FLEX LNG where he focused on
the development of floating LNG liquefaction projects. Janssens was also
Chief Technical Officer at Exmar, where he was in charge of the
development of the world's first LNG regasification vessels and many
newbuilding projects with major shipyards worldwide.
Commenting on Janssens selection, Wiernicki noted, "Patrick is a
recognized industry leader in all areas of LNG. His experience in
economic and concept evaluation, project construction and operational
analysis makes him the right choice to lead this team."
In the near term, an important area of focus for the ABS Global Gas
Solutions Team will be the growing gas market in the United States.
"With its diverse maritime market, increasing gas production and
stricter emissions requirements, the US is becoming a catalyst for the
next revolution in the global gas marketplace," says Janssens. "To help
clients navigate the unique characteristics and requirements of the US,
our team of professionals brings together both the technical and market
experience to help owners, shipyards and manufacturers successfully
develop gas projects."
Roy Bleiberg, currently Director of Engineering for ABS Americas, will
assume the new role of Director of US Gas Development. He brings more
than 24 years of global marine and offshore systems experience to the
position as well as an in-depth knowledge of US Federal and state
regulatory requirements. Bleiberg spearheads ABS class activities on
several cutting edge US LNG projects, including the Harvey Gulf dual
fuel offshore support vessels, TOTE's dual fuel new construction and
conversion projects, and various floating LNG export terminal projects
in development.
In the area of client operations, Kurt Larsen will assume the new role
of Director of US Gas Operations and Performance. Larsen currently
serves as Assistant Chief Surveyor within the Corporate Classification
Department where he oversees all global survey issues for new
construction and in-service LNG vessels. He has more than 24 years of
experience with an extensive working knowledge of in-service LNG
vessels. Larsen also has led several IACS projects on LNG operational
standards.
Joining Bleiberg and Larsen will be a US-based team of ABS gas
specialists with extensive knowledge of LNG floating structures and
systems, gas fuel systems and equipment, and regulatory and statutory
requirements. Utilizing its global experience, the team also will assist
clients with specification reviews, risk and hazard assessments,
bunkering suitability reviews, new construction project management and
training.
Source: ABS
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