10 December 2025
Following the recent appointment of Ronald Schörk to the team, BMT, a global leader in marine surveying, incident investigation and technical consultancy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Erik Boer as Technical Marine Consultant. With over 20 years of experience in maritime operations, offshore project management, and heavy lifting, Erik brings specialist skills that enhance BMT’s technical capability and industry knowledge.
This appointment reflects BMT's ongoing commitment to delivering comprehensive and specialised services that meet the evolving needs of its clients. Under the leadership of Dennis de Bruin, Managing Director for BMT’s casualty investigation division, Erik Boer’s expertise will further strengthen BMT’s ability to provide high-quality marine consulting and technical services.
Erik has a proven track record of technical leadership in complex and high-risk environments. He has successfully managed global operations ranging from salvage and wreck removal to FPSO module transport, offshore wind installations and commissioning. His hands-on experience in planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination and quality assurance will directly support BMT’s drive for operational excellence across its technical service portfolio.
Holding a Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master unlimited and a solid background in maritime studies, Erik brings decades of practical experience to the team. His expertise spans wreck removal, salvage operations, claims and casualty investigation, hull and machinery (H&M) assessments, and damage evaluation and repair advice.
Dennis de Bruin, shared his enthusiasm about the appointment:
“With a growing team of experts and a global footprint, we are better positioned than ever to support complex marine operations with precision, insight and confidence.”
Reflecting on the industry's changing landscape, de Bruin added:
“As the maritime industry evolves, our clients need partners who combine experience with global reach. Erik’s appointment reinforces BMT’s commitment to delivering trusted, expert services worldwide.”
Erik’s extensive background in marine surveying and operational consultancy will support BMT’s continued growth and ability to deliver tailored, high-quality services. His focus will be on providing enhanced support and advice, fostering a highly specialised consulting environment that addresses technical solutions and transformation strategies.
This appointment supports BMT’s strategic growth in the Marine Surveying and Technical Services market, reinforcing its presence in the rapidly developing maritime sector of the Netherlands, the wider Benelux region, and beyond.
19 November 2025
BMT is pleased to announce the appointment of Ronald Schörk as Technical Marine Consultant, reinforcing its global leadership in marine surveying and expanding its reach in the Netherlands and internationally.
6 January 2025
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Panagiotis (Panos) Kasionis as Marine Consultant, further enhancing our presence in the marine surveys market across the Netherlands and Europe.
9 October 2023
BMT in the UK and Europe has announced a new senior business development managerial appointment, effective this month, which will support the delivery of the company’s Marine Surveys’ strategy.