Speakers
Rowan Wilkinson
Session One: Decarbonisation
This presentation explores how data-driven technologies are transforming maritime operations to support decarbonisation goals. From predictive maintenance to emissions tracking, digital systems are helping reduce fuel consumption and improve efficiency across ships and ports. However, the environmental footprint of digital infrastructure, such as energy-intensive data centres and resource use, is often overlooked. Drawing on lifecycle thinking, the presentation examines both the benefits and hidden costs of maritime digitalisation. Attendees will gain insights into how the industry can harness data responsibly while building a more sustainable and resilient digital future.
Rowan Wilkinson is a Senior Environmental and Sustainability Consultant at BMT Ltd, where she plays a principal role in delivering environmental and sustainability projects across the defence sector and beyond. Her work focuses on advancing environmental management practices and conducting lifecycle and environmental impact assessments for maritime platforms, systems, and services—particularly within naval shipbuilding.
Rowan is part of BMT’s growing Environmental Services Team, contributing technical leadership and strategic insight to projects that span defence domains, government departments, and international collaborations.
Prior to joining BMT, Rowan worked as an Environmental Officer aboard cruise ships, where she was responsible for regulatory compliance and sustainability initiatives at sea. She was also an Environmental Field Scientist on offshore survey vessels, gaining hands-on experience in marine data collection and environmental monitoring
Jack graduated from the University of Plymouth with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management and Sustainability, followed by a master’s degree in Environmental Consultancy from the University of the West of England.
Jack joined BMT Ltd as a Graduate Environmental and Sustainability Consultant where he supports the delivery of environment and sustainability projects across the defence and maritime sector. He has worked on a range of projects focused on environmental performance and his experience includes conducting environmental impact screening and scoping studies for maritime defence platforms, developing safety and environmental management plans, and supporting compliance with environmental legislation. Jack has experience and an interest in the role of digital technologies in driving sustainable operations, particularly the environmental implications of data-driven operations in maritime decarbonisation.