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Meet the Team

The ELIRE team operates across multiple continents, including the UK, UAE, Europe, Canada, Australia, and South-East Asia.

 

A skilled and dedicated team forms the backbone of our venture and major projects.

 

Our current team, comprised of domain experts with extensive experience in engineering, design, architecture, and joined by experts in our focused verticals of energy to power, cruise terminals, commercial ports, marinas and defence, has been collaborating for years to elevate our venture to its current stature.

 

As well as the aviation technical competencies, the team’s broad commercial strength has positioned ELIRE to forge strong global partnerships and drive rapid growth.

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As a company uniquely placed at the intersection of infrastructure, transport and clean energy, we design & engineer new solutions and systems for maritime infrastructure, playing a key role in the global key transitions and shifts.

LUKE JENKINSON

Group CEO

United Kingdom / Norway / Australia

LUKE JENKINSON

Founder and Group CEO of ELIRE, Luke is a serial entrepreneur who has launched, scaled and exited multiple global companies, applying innovative, commercially driven solutions to complex real-world challenges.

FADI KAHWAJI

VP Aviation Solutions

 

Spain / Germany

FADI KAHWAJI

Fadi brings a background in aerospace engineering and mechatronics to his role as VP Aviation. With 18 years' experience at Airbus and Rolls-Royce, he leads global supplier management and workforce planning.

LAWRENCE IDONIJE

VP Aviation Solutions

 

United Kingdom

LAWRENCE IDONIJE

Bringing over 20 years across military aviation, defence and aerospace, Lawrence is VP Aviation. He supports aviation strategy, commercial partnerships and funding activity, engaging regulators and international partners.

DAVID ELLIS

VP Aviation Solutions

 

United Kingdom

DAVID ELLIS

Over 30 years in global aviation shape David's work as VP Aviation, helping airlines, airports, OEMs and MRO organisations drive growth through strategic partnerships and customer-focused commercial strategies.

GERRY EGAN

VP Aviation Engineering

 

Canada

GERRY EGAN

As VP Engineering, Gerry has spent over 20 years solving complex challenges across airline, helicopter, aerospace and MRO industries. In 2019 he led delivery of the world's first all-electric powered commercial test flight.

TITUS JOHNSON

VP Aviation Solutions

 

United Kingdom

TITUS JOHNSON

Broad Air Transport experience, including VP Commercial roles at Condor, Thomas Cook and Air Berlin, shapes Titus's work as VP Commercial. He holds an MSc in Air Transport Management from City University London.

STEVE BLIGHT

VP Aviation Solutions

 

United Kingdom

STEVE BLIGHT

Twenty-five years across General, Business and Commercial Aviation shape Steve's role as VP Aerospace, working with operators, MROs and OEMs worldwide on growth, partnerships and digital transformation.

AIDEN SHAW

VP Energy to Power

 

United Kingdom

AIDEN SHAW

As VP Energy to Power and Principal Electrical Engineer, Aiden has 20 years designing high-consequence systems for defence and maritime. He leads technical integration for ELIRE's hydrogen-fuelled floating microgrids and Powerhub platforms.

LINA EMILSON

Group COO

 

Sweden

LINA EMILSON

A Chemical Engineer with over 20 years in executive leadership, Lina is Group COO, having scaled sustainable start-ups at Northvolt, Britishvolt and Johnson Matthey Hydrogen Technologies, driving net-zero outcomes.

ANDY KING

VP Naval Architecture

 

United Kingdom / Spain

ANDY KING

Over 40 years of international design experience across naval, commercial marine, cruise and superyacht sectors sits behind Andy, VP Naval Architecture and a Maritime UK Industry Ambassador advising on net-zero retrofits.

CHRISTIAN JAKUSCONEK

VP Architecture

 

Italy

CHRISTIAN JAKUSCONEK

A registered architect with over two decades' experience at award-winning practices in London and Amsterdam, Christian is VP Smart City Architecture. He has taught Sustainable Design and researches modular construction.

PAUL MACKENZIE

VP Luxury & Yacht Projects

 

United Kingdom

PAUL MACKENZIE

Over 30 years across luxury automotive and marine sectors shape Paul's role as VP Super Yacht Projects, including the McLaren P1 and Princess Yachts X95, where he served as CTO and COO.

RICCARDO TONELLI

Commercial Advisor

 

United Kingdom

RICCARDO TONELLI

As Commercial Advisor, Riccardo brings senior international executive experience spanning supply chain, manufacturing and ports & ferries, with roles at DP World, P&O, Peel Ports and Maersk.

SHAREENA ALI

Group VP of PR & Communication

 

United Arab Emirates / United Kingdom

SHAREENA ALI

With over 25 years in international strategy and corporate communications, Shareena is Group VP of PR & Communications, a Chartered Marketer who has advised governments, Shell, ARAMCO and Saudi PIF.

ADRIAN GREEN

VP Martime Engineering

 

United Kingdom

ADRIAN GREEN

A mechanical engineer with 18 years in offshore energy and heavy lift, Adrian is VP Maritime Engineering. He led a 6000t ring crane's development as HLP Engineering Director, runs a lifting consultancy and has delivered 1.5GWs of marshalling programmes.

AHMED MOSSA

Senior BIM Architect

 

United Kingdom

AHMED MOSSA

With nearly seven years in construction, Ahmed is a BIM Consultant with an architecture background, including work on high-rise projects. He specialises in BIM integration across architectural and structural disciplines.

ALEJANDRO NIETO

VP Electrical Engineering

 

United Kingdom

ALEJANDRO NIETO

Leading strategy and delivery of complex electrical systems across ELIRE's infrastructure projects, Alejandro is VP Electrical Engineering. He brings experience from BP, GE and Centrica, driving innovation and sustainability.

BEN BLEZARD

VP Procurement

 

United Kingdom

BEN BLEZARD

Ben leads procurement as VP Procurement, a senior commercial leader specialising in advanced engineering ventures across battery technology, marine infrastructure and e-mobility.

CHIRADIP DATTA

VP Safety & Process Engineering

 

South Africa

CHIRADIP DATTA

A Chemical Engineer with 19 years leading process safety across hydrogen, ammonia and petrochemical sectors, Chiradip is VP Safety & Process Engineering, having worked on NEOM, Aramco and Jubail SMR projects. CCPS certified.

CHRIS CARLISLE

VP of Energy to Power

 

United Kingdom

CHRIS CARLISLE

Formerly a sea-going marine engineer, Chris is VP of Energy to Power with expertise in naval architecture, systems engineering and project management. He led propulsion development at Rolls-Royce Nordics and major power projects.

CHRIS EDWARDS-WEBB

VP Marketing

 

United Kingdom

CHRIS EDWARDS-WEBB

A marketing and commercial growth leader with more than two decades of experience building marketing functions across global B2B, energy and technology-led markets. Chris is VP of Maritime Marketing, with expertise spanning strategy, positioning and demand generation across multiple regions, including EU, USA and GCC.

DAVID PFEIL

VP Luxury Sales & Marketing

 

United Arab Emirates / Monaco

DAVID PFEIL

David is VP Luxury Marketing, a strategist with over 25 years helping global brands grow through customer-centric strategy and digital marketing. He holds an International MBA in Luxury Marketing from Monaco.

DEMI DIGHTON

VP Project Management

 

United Kingdom / Thailand

DEMI DIGHTON

Demi is a Project Manager with over eight years of experience leading multi-million-pound programs for Fortune 500 brands. Specialising in delivering complex, large-scale projects at the intersection of technical rigor and creative strategy.

DIONY KOLLA

VP Strategic Marketing

 

DIONY KOLLA

DMYTRO YEVDOKYMOV

Group Web Architect

 

United Kingdom

DMYTRO YEVDOKYMOV

Dmytro is a digital transformation, engineering and AI adoption leader with over 12 years of experience. He has led high-impact projects for Dubai Holding, Porsche, PepsiCo, CMA CGM, McDonald's and Sephora.

FATEMEH MOTTAGHIAN

Senior BIM Architect

 

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FATEMEH MOTTAGHIAN

Over 12 years in design, project coordination and construction management sit behind Fatemeh's role as Senior BIM Architect. She has established BIM services and led teams collaborating with WSP UK.

GEORGIE ROBINSON

Senior Marketing Advisor

 

United Kingdom

GEORGIE ROBINSON

Georgie is an experienced marketing strategist operating at the intersection of ESG, finance, and innovation. She has led global sustainability marketing initiatives and has expertise in launching propositions and executing high-impact campaigns in the smart cities space.

HAFIZA BEGUM

 

United Kingdom

HAFIZA BEGUM

With over a decade of design experience, Hafiza specialises in visual storytelling, creative direction, and project management. Collaborating across verticals, ensuring high standards and timely execution, while fostering innovation and maintaining brand integrity.

IAIN HEPPELWHITE

VP Construction

 

United Kingdom

IAIN HEPPELWHITE

A naval architecture professional and internationally experienced senior manager, Iain has delivered over 20 vessels across shipping and offshore energy as VP Construction, with expertise in HSE and quality assurance.

JONATHAN KERR

VP ENERGY ENGINEERING

 

United Kingdom

JONATHAN KERR

A chartered mechanical engineer with over 20 years’ technical and project delivery experience across the energy sector. Jonathan's experience spans conventional power, oil & gas, clean energy and maritime decarbonisation, including hydrogen, fuel cells and alternative fuels.

KARIMA KARAGUSSOVA

Group Grants Manager

 

United Kingdom

KARIMA KARAGUSSOVA

As Group Grants Manager, Karima draws on a strong scientific background in research and development. She has secured partnerships and led grants submissions across biotech, healthcare and R&D ecosystems.

LUKE RODGERS

Procurement VP

 

United Kingdom

LUKE RODGERS

Over 20 years managing supply chains across oil & gas, defence, nuclear and construction inform Luke's role as Procurement VP, a Chartered Procurement Professional behind projects including Hinkley Point C.

MANA ASSOUDEH

Senior Graphic Designer

 

United Kingdom

MANA ASSOUDEH

An award-winning graphic designer with over 10 years' international experience, Mana is a Senior Designer across editorial, branding, print and digital work, leading visual projects for top-tier media and events brands.

MARIO FUENTES

Group 3D Visual Director

 

Spain

MARIO FUENTES

An IF Gold award-winning 3D parametric modeller and transportation designer, Mario is Group 3D Visual Director, specialising in high-quality A-class surface modelling for Ferrari, Volvo and Seat-Cupra.

MATT ARNOLD

Defence Solutions

 

United Kingdom

MATT ARNOLD

Twenty years delivering complex, high-value programmes across Aerospace and Defence inform Matt's role as Group VP Military Solutions, including senior roles at Boeing and MBDA. A former British Army officer.

MELISSA QUINTANA

Group 3D Visual Designer

 

MELISSA QUINTANA

Melissa Quintana is an architect and Senior Unreal Engine Designer with 6+ years in design and 4 years in real-time 3D environments. She creates immersive digital experiences for PC, Meta Quest 3, and Apple Vision Pro on international projects.

PETER SATCHWELL

VP Commercial to Energy

 

PETER SATCHWELL

A former Royal Navy Marine Engineer, Peter brings more than 20 years of global commercial leadership experience. His broad technical and commercial expertise across the marine and industrial sectors supports the ELIRE Group in bringing its solutions to market.

RAJEEV VERMA

Senior Engineer

 

United Arab Emirates

RAJEEV VERMA

A technology leader with over two decades in Aerospace and Defence innovation, Rajeev is Senior Engineer and Senior Chief Engineer at Leonardo Defence, having held key roles at Boeing, Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems.

RICHARD DA GAMA

Defence Solutions

 

United Kingdom

RICHARD DA GAMA

NATO and multinational operations experience underpins Richard's role as VP Defence Solutions, including Head of Strategy and Plans for British Forces Cyprus. A Chartered Manager aligning capabilities with NATO priorities.

SALVATORE MAZZAMAURO

VP Finance & Investment

 

Italy

SALVATORE MAZZAMAURO

Salvatore is an infrastructure investment professional with over a decade across infrastructure, private equity and energy transition. He leads CDP Equity's infrastructure funds platform, managing c.€1.2bn, building on experience at BlackRock.

SARAH HILDERSLEY

VP Commercial

 

United Kingdom

SARAH HILDERSLEY

Drawing on 20+ years across Mexico, Chile, Jordan and Iraq, Sarah is an international business specialist running programmes across the Middle East, Asia and Latin America. She maintains exceptional connections and has regularly secured projects valued over £100m.

SCOTT FORSYTH

Defence Solutions

 

United Kingdom

SCOTT FORSYTH

A Chartered Engineer with over 14 years across military, government and consultancy sectors, Scott is VP Defence Solutions, having led infrastructure portfolios exceeding £300 million across the UK and internationally.

TAMER HASHISH

VP Port Solutions

 

Denmark

TAMER HASHISH

As VP Port Solutions, Tamer is a maritime decarbonisation leader converting clean-power plans into permitted, operating port assets. His focus spans shore power, floating power hubs and scaling pilot commercial structures.

TATIANA LAUDATI

VP Luxury Marketing

 

United Kingdom / United Arab Emirates

TATIANA LAUDATI

Tatiana Laudati is a strategic marketing leader with 18+ years of global experience specializing in go-to-market strategy, brand positioning, performance growth, integrated marketing, and building capabilities that deliver commercial results.

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