NEW MEMBER PROFILE
capabilities, inspection expertise and engineering knowledge complement the work of broader project teams. The company emphasizes close coordination with owners’ existing consultants and local partners, pro- viding dependable findings and clear communication to support design, planning and project delivery. Its role can range from a single berth assess- ment to participation in a larger infra- structure program. Looking ahead, Marine Solutions plans to expand its relationships with public and private ports and the firms serving them. The company expects continued demand for reliable condi- tion assessments and practical repair planning as owners balance aging infrastructure, operational needs and competing investment priorities. Over the longer term, it aims to help more owners connect inspec- tion, engineering, repair planning and maintenance through effective, ongoing asset management programs. Improving how condition information is collected, interpreted and incorpor- ated into future decisions will remain an important part of that effort. The company will also continue investing in its people, safety practices and technologies while contributing to industry guidance and professional education. For Chapman, joining APP provides an opportunity to exchange practical knowledge, develop lasting partner- ships and contribute to improved infrastructure management through- out the Pacific port community. “Whether we’re assessing a single berth or supporting a much larger infra- structure program, our commitment is the same: safety, technical quality and responsiveness,” he said. “We want to help port owners make decisions with confidence and get lasting value from the infrastructure their operations and communities depend on.”
Marine Solutions starts by understanding the condition of an asset and, from there, help owners develop a clear picture of what needs to happen next.
can also support a shift from reactive maintenance toward a longer-term, risk-based approach to infrastructure management. “Understanding the condition of an asset is the starting point,” Chapman said. “From there, we want to help owners develop a clearer picture of what needs to happen next, what can be planned for the future and where investment today can help avoid more significant problems down the road.” Industry leadership and technical expertise Marine Solutions’ capabilities are supported by a leadership team with extensive experience across engineer- ing, diving, construction and water- front inspection. Amy Wilkins, PE; Don Wilkins; Sean Chapman, PE; Jeremy Pope, PE; Brad Syler, PE, SE; Mandy Schindhelm, PE; and Jordan Furlan, PE each bring more than 20 years of marine industry experience. Several members also contribute to professional organizations and industry guidance. Don Wilkins serves as President of the Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI), while Chapman chairs the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) Coasts, Oceans, Ports, and
Rivers Institute Waterfront Inspection Committee. Chapman was also a pri- mary author of ASCE’s MOP 130 Waterfront Inspection and Assessment Manual , which supports professional practice in waterfront inspection and assessment. Mandy Schindhelm holds the ASCE’s Board Certified Port Engineer (D.PE) credential, while Jordan Furlan leads complex waterfront inspection and assessment projects through- out the Pacific region. These include Marine Oil Terminal Engineering and Maintenance Standards assess- ments and projects at major ports in California, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. This involvement in industry organ- izations reflects the company’s com- mitment to advancing professional standards, sharing technical know- ledge and supporting the development of the next generation of marine infra- structure specialists. Building partnerships Marine Solutions works directly with port owners and as a specialist partner to engineering consultants, program managers and construction firms. Its commercial diving resour- ces, underwater and under-deck access
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