4.30pm – 5.45pm, 5 November 2024 ‐ 1 hour 15 mins
Safety assurance and autonomy
Chief Technical Officer, Safeguard Engineering Limited
Director and Principal Consultant, Stehr Consulting Ltd
Ashley Stehr is the Director and Principal Consultant at Stehr Consulting Ltd, where he specialises in unlocking the potential of innovative technologies, including safely enabling their implementation through assurance, certification, and regulation. With significant experience in delivering innovative solutions across various markets and sectors, Ashley has a strong focus on transport modes and the challenges and opportunities associated with emerging technologies, including Maritime autonomy. His background includes leading diverse teams to drive the adoption of cutting-edge disruptive technologies, such as decarbonisation and digitisation. Ashley’s recent experience as Assistant Director of Maritime Future Technologies at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), builds on a robust foundation in engineering and consultancy. He is passionate about driving positive change and connecting strategic perspectives with technical and operational delivery to create wider societal benefits