Kevin Benitez

Kevin joined the firm in 2022. He is a Marine Engineer, who graduated with a MSc degree from Polytechnic University of Madrid in 2021. Along with his studies, he worked for 4 years as a Ship Manager and Project Engineer Oil & Gas.

He is currently dealing with all types of H&M casualty work as well as condition surveys for major H&M Underwriters and P&I Clubs.

Kevin has acquired experience in a well-known local Shipyard (Astican – Canary Shipyards), participating in various projects such as engine damages, machinery damages, dry docks, and underwater repairs. He has been involved as a Project Engineer in various dry-docks, ship repairs, coordinated contractors and liaised with shipowners for successfully completing each project.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:

• Project Management of vessel’s welding and mechanical repairs in Shipyard (4 years)
• Certified Operator for Ultrasonic hatch cover tightness testing with Class Type Approved Sherlog TA

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSc in Naval and Oceanic Engineering, Polytechnic University of Madrid, Madrid
• BSc in Naval and Oceanic Engineering, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain