US - ABL The Energy and Marine Consultants Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:22:15 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8 https://abl-group.com/abl/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ABL-Compass.svg US - ABL 32 32 Bryce Kenneth Hongell https://abl-group.com/abl/people/bryce-kenneth-hongell/ Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:22:13 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=123974 Bryce is a staff surveyor based in with ABL in Seattle, Washington, servicing the US West Coast and Pacific Region.  From a seafaring background, Bryce began his career on charter and commercial fishing boats, followed by attending the California Maritime Academy where he graduated as a 3rd Mate Unlimited. Subsequently, Bryce’s seafaring experience includes sailing […]

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Bryce is a staff surveyor based in with ABL in Seattle, Washington, servicing the US West Coast and Pacific Region. 

From a seafaring background, Bryce began his career on charter and commercial fishing boats, followed by attending the California Maritime Academy where he graduated as a 3rd Mate Unlimited. Subsequently, Bryce’s seafaring experience includes sailing aboard deep sea oil tankers and inland tug/barges, earning his 2nd Mate Unlimited and 1600T Master’s licenses.

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Marcel Marquette https://abl-group.com/abl/people/marcel-marquette/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:04:06 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=123913 Marcel received his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Alabama and received a Master of Maritime Administration and Logistics from Texas A&M University. Following completion of his master’s degree, Marcel spent 12 years working in the offshore oil and gas industry on construction, supply, and drilling vessels.  As a Master and […]

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Marcel received his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Alabama and received a Master of Maritime Administration and Logistics from Texas A&M University.

Following completion of his master’s degree, Marcel spent 12 years working in the offshore oil and gas industry on construction, supply, and drilling vessels. 

As a Master and Offshore Installation Manager, he successfully managed complex operations on seventh-generation drill ships and led a diverse crew of 210 international personnel. He has expertise in emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance, risk management, project management, team leadership, and technical operations.

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Paul McIntire https://abl-group.com/abl/people/paul-mcintire/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 02:50:27 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=123797 A highly qualified maritime safety and regulatory compliance expert. His experience includes serving as a U.S. Coast Guard Civilian Marine Inspector, where he enforced national and international vessel standards across both domestic and foreign vessels, with a focus on vessel systems, emergency response, and major construction projects. He then served as an HSSEQ Supervisor for […]

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A highly qualified maritime safety and regulatory compliance expert. His experience includes serving as a U.S. Coast Guard Civilian Marine Inspector, where he enforced national and international vessel standards across both domestic and foreign vessels, with a focus on vessel systems, emergency response, and major construction projects. He then served as an HSSEQ Supervisor for a major shipping company, leading comprehensive safety, security, and environmental compliance programs for a large global fleet. He has a proven track record of expertise in vessel inspections, regulatory compliance, incident investigations, and HSSEQ management, with a clear understanding of risk mitigation and casualty response in real-world maritime scenarios.

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Ashwin Parambath https://abl-group.com/abl/people/ashwin-parambath/ Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:42:21 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=122891 Ashwin L. Parambath is a distinguished marine structural engineer and naval architect with over 15 years of experience in coastal and offshore infrastructure. A graduate of the National Institute of Technology, Calicut (B.Tech in Civil Engineering), Texas A&M University (MS in Ocean Engineering), and Rice University (MBA), Ashwin’s multidisciplinary background has equipped him to tackle some […]

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Ashwin L. Parambath is a distinguished marine structural engineer and naval architect with over 15 years of experience in coastal and offshore infrastructure. A graduate of the National Institute of Technology, Calicut (B.Tech in Civil Engineering), Texas A&M University (MS in Ocean Engineering), and Rice University (MBA), Ashwin’s multidisciplinary background has equipped him to tackle some of the most complex challenges in marine engineering.  

With extensive experience in ports and marine terminals, Ashwin has played a pivotal role in the design, rehabilitation, and inspection of a wide range of facilities, including bulk terminals, container terminals, cruise terminals, and oil and gas berths. His work spans structural design, mooring analysis, and compliance with industry standards to optimize terminal performance and resilience. Ashwin’s expertise extends to managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering solutions that meet both operational and environmental demands.  

Additionally, Ashwin has significant experience in deepwater oil and gas projects in the Gulf of Mexico, where he has contributed to the design and installation of offshore platforms and mooring systems. Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, he has led critical infrastructure projects in these states, with a focus on ports and marine terminals in Florida, Texas, and California.  

Ashwin has been happily married to his wife, Vijisha, for 12 years and is a proud father to his 9-year-old daughter, Naina. A lover of creativity and the outdoors, Ashwin enjoys gardening, fishing, and building wooden furniture in his free time.

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Ayman Alakkawi https://abl-group.com/abl/people/ayman-alakkawi/ Thu, 15 Aug 2024 07:23:36 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=121310 Ayman is an ex-chief marine engineer with a master’s degree in engineering and management from the University of Portsmouth (U.K.). He brings over 22 years of experience in the maritime and offshore oil & gas industry, having sailed on commercial ships (bulk carriers, oil tankers, general cargo and container vessels) up to the level of […]

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Ayman is an ex-chief marine engineer with a master’s degree in engineering and management from the University of Portsmouth (U.K.). He brings over 22 years of experience in the maritime and offshore oil & gas industry, having sailed on commercial ships (bulk carriers, oil tankers, general cargo and container vessels) up to the level of chief engineer.

Transitioning ashore, Ayman served as an Assistant Professor delivering USCG approved marine engineering courses with SUNY Maritime College (NY), and led the establishment of the LNG center of excellence for clean energy, he also became a subject matter expert for the Liberian Ship Registry (the largest ship registry) where he provided technical support for marine design projects.

His expertise covers classification regulatory standards, HAZID/HAZOP studies, BWTS/Scrubbers installations, alternative arrangements for exemptions and equivalency related to offshore units, LNG fueled vessel, alternative fuels and decarbonization projects.

He is a chartered engineer, chartered marine engineer, a fellow of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects RINA, a member of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science, and Technology IMarEST, and a member of the International Institute of Marine Surveyors IIMS.

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Sean Murphy https://abl-group.com/abl/people/sean-murphy/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:45:04 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=118329 Renewables Manager

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Sean is the renewables manager for the Americas region, responsible for managing and driving the growth of ABL’s renewables service line, including marine warranty surveying (MWS), marine advisory, marine surveying, and related consulting. With extensive experience in maritime and offshore industries, Sean provides project management, investigates energy infrastructure incidents, conducts risk assessments, and conducts marine warranty surveys for complex transport and installation, heavy lift project cargoes, marine operations, and towage approvals.

Sean’s expertise extends to early-stage fixed and floating offshore wind projects, where he advises on T&I strategies, logistics studies, CAPEX/OPEX modeling, and O&M strategy development.

Having conducted surveys for over a decade, Sean collaborates with insurance interests, including Hull & Machinery (H&M), cargo, and Protection & Indemnity (P&I). Sean has also testified as an expert witness for various interests in personal injury and cargo claims. He is a chartered marine engineer with IMarEST and actively supports loss prevention and claims mitigation initiatives within the industry.

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Luis R. Gonzalez https://abl-group.com/abl/people/luis-r-gonzalez/ Mon, 10 Jun 2024 03:41:22 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=117721 Luis Rafael Gonzalez M., MBA, MIAM, serves as the US Country Manager at ABL Group, where he directs the Asset Integrity Management (AIM) service line. With over 15 years in asset management, business development, and consulting, Luis holds an MBA, a specialization in project management, a certification in physical asset management, and a degree in […]

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Luis Rafael Gonzalez M., MBA, MIAM, serves as the US Country Manager at ABL Group, where he directs the Asset Integrity Management (AIM) service line. With over 15 years in asset management, business development, and consulting, Luis holds an MBA, a specialization in project management, a certification in physical asset management, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. His role at ABL is marked by his commitment to driving strategic and operational growth, increasing market share, and enhancing profitability. Previously, Luis was a senior enterprise asset management system team lead at Jacobs, where he led global, high-complexity digital enterprise projects, showcasing his ability to manage complex projects and diverse teams effectively.

In his current leadership role, Luis is accountable for the profit and loss (P&L) of the AIM business line, ensuring that daily operations are aligned with the company’s strategic goals. He champions a team-oriented culture that focuses on recruitment, development, and motivation, fostering long-term client relationships and cultivating new business opportunities. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Luis applies his global perspective to his work, leveraging his extensive experience across industries such as public infrastructure, healthcare, utilities, and Oil & Gas. His strategic efforts emphasize the integration of innovative digital solutions that enhance decision-making processes and business efficiency, positioning ABL Group at the forefront of asset management consulting.

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Rubin Sidhu https://abl-group.com/abl/people/rubin-sidhu/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:38:45 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=61551 Rubin Sidhu, PhD, has spent the last 15-plus years in the solar and energy storage industry in roles focusing on technical due diligence, M&A, project development, business development, R&D, and project finance. Prior to joining OWC, Mr Sidhu led the solar advisory business in North America for UL Solutions, where he oversaw technical due diligence […]

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Rubin Sidhu, PhD, has spent the last 15-plus years in the solar and energy storage industry in roles focusing on technical due diligence, M&A, project development, business development, R&D, and project finance. Prior to joining OWC, Mr Sidhu led the solar advisory business in North America for UL Solutions, where he oversaw technical due diligence on hundreds of solar and storage projects totalling over 10 GW. Before UL, Mr Sidhu was Managing Director at Hareon Solar with overall responsibility for Hareon Solar’s PV projects business in the US and South Asia. In this role, Mr Sidhu led investments, M&A, and project development for over 300 MW of PV projects. Mr Sidhu holds an MS and PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Ryan Bridge https://abl-group.com/abl/people/ryan-bridge/ Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:36:55 +0000 https://abl-group.com/abl/?post_type=people&p=40432 Ryan graduated from Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and possesses a wealth of rig inspection experience and knowledge for oil majors in both offshore and land-based drilling environments. Initially focusing on drilling mechanical systems, Ryan later expanded his role in the industry to include the execution and management of complex […]

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Ryan graduated from Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and possesses a wealth of rig inspection experience and knowledge for oil majors in both offshore and land-based drilling environments. Initially focusing on drilling mechanical systems, Ryan later expanded his role in the industry to include the execution and management of complex and multi-disciplined rig inspection projects. He is responsible for the provision of ABL Rig Inspection Services for the Americas Region.

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