Prior to joining the Europe Divisional Headquarters of ABS Europe Ltd. in 1995, he worked for a small shipyard in Yorkshire, England where he was involved with the design and building of vessels up to 110 metres in length. Vessel types contracted at the shipyard during this time included Tugs, Trawlers, Ferries, Workboats, Tankers, Coasters, Gas Carriers, Launches, Supply Vessels, Dredgers, Patrol Vessels, Tuna Boats, Barges and Fleet Tenders. He worked on all aspects of design and construction on over 200 vessels constructed in both Steel and Aluminum for both commercial and MOD work.