Luke De Freitas
About Luke De Freitas
Luke De Freitas serves as the Operations Manager at Silverstream Technologies, where he has worked since 2021. He is a Chartered Engineer and a member of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects, with extensive experience in naval architecture and marine engineering.
Work at Silverstream Technologies
Luke De Freitas has served as Operations Manager at Silverstream Technologies since 2021. In this role, he oversees a team of Project Engineers responsible for retrofit installations, managing the process from sales handover through installation, commissioning, and sea trials to customer delivery. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Naval Architect and Project Engineer at Silverstream Technologies, contributing to engineering design, technical support, and data analysis for various newbuild and retrofit projects.
Education and Expertise
Luke De Freitas holds a Master of Science in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from Newcastle University, which he completed in 2014. He also has a Bachelor of Engineering in Yacht Production & Surveying from Southampton Solent University, obtained in 2011. Additionally, he studied at the Maritime Training Academy, earning a Diploma in Ship Surveying. His educational background is complemented by his Chartered Engineer status with the Engineering Council and membership in the Royal Institution of Naval Architects.
Background in Naval Architecture
Luke De Freitas has extensive experience in naval architecture, having worked in various capacities within the field. His career includes roles at Camarc Design, where he was involved in several design projects for pilot, patrol, and small service craft. He also served as a Marine Surveyor and Technical Service Manager at DNV GL, providing technical support and guidance to shipyards and ship owners. His diverse background has equipped him with vast knowledge in installation, integration, commissioning, and testing of energy efficiency technologies, particularly in air lubrication systems.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his current role at Silverstream Technologies, Luke De Freitas held several positions that contributed to his expertise in the maritime industry. He worked as a Trainee Surveyor and later as a Technical Service Manager at DNV GL, where he played a key role in providing support for local key accounts. Additionally, he was a Commercial Assistant/Estimator at Caribbean Dockyard & Engineering Services Ltd. His varied experiences have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the maritime sector.