John Bourke
Director
John has been going to sea commercially and recreationally for over 50 years. His desire to make seafaring safer and easier has initiated the wingsail concept. He has a background in manufacturing, property development and innovation.
Tim Pearson
Mechanical Software
Tim comes from an electrical/electronics background and looks after the software and hardware development program.
Richard Boult
Structual Design
Richard is a naval architect with a wealth of sailing experience. He has worked with International Catamarans and Taylor Brothers.
Sam Smith
Wing Design & Analysis
Sam Is a naval architect with a strong background in fluid dynamics. His work early in the company's startup phase has been crucial to the development of the wingsail program.
sam Davey
Mechanical Design Intern - RMIT
Sam is a 4th-year Mechanical Engineering student from RMIT university.
His primary role is in the design and testing of a modular drivetrain system for future wingsail development.
Phil Kimber
Strategic Development and Corporate Governance
Phil is a recently retired solicitor and managing partner of one of Tasmania's largest law firms. He advises Aquaforce on corporate governance and strategic development.