Mr. Geoff Wagner
Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer
ABS
Geoff Wagner is the Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer for the American Bureau
of Shipping (ABS). His team is responsible for aligning ABS’ long-term goals with market
opportunities, driving innovation and delivering sustainable growth.
Geoff brings over two decades of global maritime and energy experience to ABS, combining
operational expertise with strategic vision. He is a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine
Academy and began his career as a dual-licensed mariner, gaining practical insights while
sailing across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. Working on a diverse array of vessels —
including tankers, chemical carriers, containerships, ro/ros and offshore drilling units — Geoff
developed a strong foundation in understanding the operational, regulatory and technical
challenges faced by the industry.
In the oil services sector, Geoff held executive roles at Atwood Oceanics and Helix Energy
Solutions, where he led global sales and strategy development, managed multi-billion-dollar
revenue backlogs and executed major offshore projects. His responsibilities included negotiating
shipyard contracts for vessel construction, refurbishment and demolition in key shipbuilding
regions like South Korea, Singapore and China.
Geoff’s career also includes international leadership assignments in Paris, Budapest, Ghana and
Nigeria, where he managed offshore oil rigs and spearheaded strategic initiatives across diverse
markets. These roles have equipped him with a global perspective and a proven ability to
navigate complex challenges in dynamic environments.
