Seven Ocean Research Pty Ltd 

Seven Ocean Research Pty Ltd is an Australian registered company (ABN 36612419057) and provides independent and transparent advice to the maritime industry using science-based approaches since 2015. 

Its director, Dr. Sabine Knapp is a self-motivated, innovative, and strategic thinking professional with a unique background in industry and academia having worked for industry (Sea Cloud Cruises, Radisson Seven Seas Cruises), governments and international organizations (IMO, EMSA and AMSA) in Europe, the USA and Australia.

Example of clients in the past are the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the Danish Hydraulic Institute (DHI) and Victor Insurance (Marsh).

KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Quantitative research, risk assessments, predictive analysis, risk profiling of vessels at ship level

• Research Project leadership and management (Prince 2 Practitioner, APMG-Change Management)

• Senior stakeholder engagement, strategic and policy advice

• Performance measurement

• Evaluation of research and innovation proposals for the European Commission and monitoring of projects for the EU Commission.

• Audits (Audit Certification (QMS 9001:2015 certified Lead Auditor, ISM-Auditor)

Academic Affiliations: Erasmus University and University of the Algarve

Industry Affiliations: International Windship Association

Publications (open access): https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4552-7650