Join IMCA at Business Network for Offshore Wind’s Port and Vessel Summit which returns to New Orleans, Louisiana on 21 and 22 September 2023.
Exploring the backbone of the US offshore wind industry – ports and vessels – the conference explores the improvements needed in port infrastructure and how we can ensure vessel capacity to meet growing ambitions for offshore wind in the US.
Among those attending will be representatives from IMCA, including Bruce Gresham, Director for Client Engagement – North America, and Dustin Varnell.
Please email events@legacy.imca-int.com if you’d like to arrange a meeting.
Bruce Gresham
North America
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Director for Client Engagement – North America
Bruce joined the IMCA secretariat in June 2018. He knows IMCA well having been a past Vice-Chairman of the Association’s North America regional committee.
He has over 30 years’ experience in the offshore construction industry. Bruce joined Heerema Marine Contractors in 1985 and held a wide range of executive roles in developing the company’s successful market presence in North America.
Bruce was also a member of the executive committee and board of directors of the influential National Ocean Industries Association in Washington DC.
Dustin Varnell
North America
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Master Mariner
Dustin Varnell joined IMCA in July 2022 and has 20 years of experience in offshore energy and marine operations. He spent over fifteen years offshore as a ship’s officer working internationally on large-scale projects in Asia, GOM, and Brazil. Dustin is a Master Mariner, an experienced Dynamic Positioning operator, and holds many industry credentials and certifications. His shipyard and vessel construction experience include projects in Japan, Singapore, and various locations in the United States.
Dustin also has construction and operational planning experience in the developing U.S. offshore renewable energy industry. He is passionate about the development of offshore renewables and the implementation of marine technology to improve safety.
Event Information
Schedule:
21 September from 08:00
Ends 22 September (ends 17:00)
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Please note that this event is not organised by IMCA, and any questions should be directed to organisers.
