After obtaining PhD in Civil & Structural Engineering, University of Manchester, UK, Mike worked with Shell for over 30 years in a wide range of roles, including research & development, execution of major oil & gas projects and as Engineering Manager for offshore facilities in Europe, Middle East & Africa. Mike is recognized internationally for his pioneering contributions to the offshore Oil & Gas industry, notably in structural reliability, safety and fatigue.
After retiring from Shell in 2013 Mike was appointed Professor of Offshore Engineering at University of Western Australia, which evolved into Adjunct Professor after 2020. In 2014 Mike was appointed to the Board of Directors of Cyprus Hydrocarbons Company.