MDL appoints the head of the renewable energy sources department

Backend engineering specialist Maritime Developments (MDL) has appointed Derek Lynch as Market Development Manager for Renewable Energy as part of a diversification strategy to strengthen its commitment to the renewable energy market.

With over 30 years of experience across a variety of energy markets and sectors, Lynch brings with him a wealth of experience in developing and delivering diversification strategies, with a particular focus on problem solving through automation and innovative engineering.

From senior sales to director positions at Nautronix, Subsea7 Veripos and Positioneering, and most recently as director of business development – ​​energy at Sonardyne, he has supported strategic development and led business transformation towards sustainable growth.

At MDL, he will be responsible for implementing the company’s diversification strategy, which includes building relationships with key stakeholders in alternative energy markets and increasing understanding of MDL’s individual offer for the renewable energy sector.

“I have been following MDL for some time and recognize it as a company that delivers innovation and engineering excellence with a very professional approach to everything it does.

“We have clear direction and vision from the top to be a leading player in marine renewable energy. I am delighted to take on the responsibility of continuing to grow and diversify our business in this rapidly growing sector and enabling our clients to realize their own ambitions in the market,” said Derek Lynch.