Global Head of Innovation and Research, BMT, and Honorary Associate Professor, University of Exeter
Jake oversees the organisation’s internal research portfolio and driving industry-academic collaboration. A trained Naval Architect, Jake has transitioned into a thought leader in maritime research, spearheading key projects such as the Highly Autonomous Warship Technology (HAWT) programme and the development of Digital Twin technology, which revolutionises how maritime operations are monitored and optimised.
In addition to his role at BMT, Jake is an honorary associate professor at the University of Exeter, recognised for his contributions to academic-industry partnerships.