• The University of Western Australia (M053), 35 Stirling Highway,

    6009 Perth

    Australia

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Biography

After obtaining PhD in Civil & Structural Engineering, University of Manchester, UK, Mike worked with Shell for over 30 years in a wide range of roles, including research & development, execution of major oil & gas projects and as Engineering Manager for offshore facilities in Europe, Middle East & Africa. Mike played a pioneering role in the development of FLNG technology in Shell including the first implementation of this technology in Prelude FLNG operating offshore Australia and holds several Patents in these technologies. Mike is recognized internationally for his pioneering contributions to the offshore Oil & Gas industry, notably in structural reliability, safety and fatigue and for the impact of these contributions in shaping ISO Standards for offshore Oil & Gas facilities.       

After retiring from Shell in 2013 Mike was appointed Professor of Offshore Structures at University of Western Australia which evolved into Adjunct Professor after 2022. In 2014 Mike was appointed to the Board of Directors of Cyprus Hydrocarbons Company, a role that he still holds.   

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 14 - Life Below Water

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