Merel van Spijk is a seasoned professional in the maritime industry, currently serving as a Global Service Planner for Marine Fire Service at VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S since December 2020. Prior experience includes roles as a Crewing Officer at Boskalis, Basis Scheepvaartmeester at Port of Rotterdam, and Consultant at iPS - Powerful People, with a focus on Offshore Oil & Gas and Energy sectors. Merel began a career as a trainee Maritime Officer at both Anthony Veder Rederijzaken BV and Royal Wagenborg. Educational background includes studies at Scheepvaart en transport college from 2012 to 2016.