Speakers

Erik Derecktor is a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and former officer in the Navy’s submarine program, where he gained advanced expertise in marine engineering, systems integration, and high-reliability operations. He leads new construction for Derecktor, a third-generation, family-owned company at the forefront of sustainable vessel innovation. Erik has overseen the design and delivery of hybrid-electric ferries and commercial vessels, partnering with industry leaders like Freudenberg E-Power & Marine Jet power to bring next-generation propulsion technologies to life. His unique blend of military precision and commercial shipbuilding insight positions him as a dynamic leader in the future of marine electrification.