Sponsored By

ABS chairman Christopher Wiernicki elected to National Academy of Engineering

ABS chairman, president and ceo Christopher J. Wiernicki has been elected to the US National Academy of Engineering (NAE).

Lee Hong Liang, Asia Correspondent

February 11, 2021

1 Min Read
Christopher J. Wiernicki
Christopher J. WiernickiPhoto: ABS

Wiernicki has been recognised for his leadership in the design, engineering and operation of ships and offshore structures.

“As an engineer leading a global organization committed to excellence in all aspects of marine and offshore operations, it is a tremendous and humbling honor to be recognised for innovation,” said Wiernicki. “Engineering plays a pivotal role in the ABS mission to make the oceans safer and in the significant industry advances we have delivered.”

Election of new NAE members is the culmination of a year-long process. The ballot is set in December and the final vote for membership occurs during January. Wiernicki will be formally inducted during the NAE's annual meeting on 3 October 2021.

Read more about:

ABS

About the Author

Lee Hong Liang

Asia Correspondent

Singapore-based Lee Hong Liang provides a significant boost to daily coverage of the Asian shipping markets, as well as bringing with him an in-depth specialist knowledge of the bunkering markets.

Throughout Hong Liang’s 14-year career as a maritime journalist, he has reported ‘live’ news from conferences, conducted one-on-one interviews with top officials, and had the ability to write hard news and featured stories.

 

Get the latest maritime news, analysis and more delivered to your inbox
Join 12,000+ members of the maritime community

You May Also Like