Claus Winter Graugaard, chief technology officer of Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, suddenly passed away on Tuesday July 30 at age 51.
“Claus was widely recognized as a pivotal leader both at the Center and in the broader maritime industry,” the centre said in a statement.
“Since joining the Center’s leadership team in January 2021, he played an integral role serving as Chief Technology Officer – Onboard Vessel Solutions.
“Claus was widely respected for his professionalism, dedication, and relentless drive in advancing the maritime industry’s transition to a sustainable future. He was also known for his warm and kind-hearted nature as a colleague,” according to the statement.
Claus Winter Graugaard was educated as a naval architect and marine engineer at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and the University of Strathclyde.
He embarked on a distinguished career in the shipping industry, with significant tenures at Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and J. Lauritzen A/S, where he led strategic projects and global operations.
He was actively involved with the Danish Shipowners’ Association and served on the boards of Star Management Associates and AXIS Offshore.
During his time at the Center, Claus Winter Graugaard led the onboard vessel solutions team to impressive achievements, the centre said.
“Guided and supported by our partner organizations, his leadership contributed significantly to advancing the feasibility of decarbonizing shipping.
“His work included developing new ship designs, solutions for converting the existing fleet, and new ways of operating with high levels of safety and efficiency.
“As we grieve, we find solace in knowing that Claus’ final days were spent doing what he loved most: traveling in a beautiful place with his wife and daughters and riding his bike. Our thoughts and support go out to Claus’ family, friends, and professional network,” the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping added in its statement.
To remind, the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) is an independent, not-for-profit research and development center established in 2020 with funding from the A.P. Moller Foundation.
Its purpose is to guide and accelerate decarbonization of the global maritime industry.
