Maritime New Zealand
Sam du Fresne is an experienced professional with a strong background in marine science and management. Currently serving as Manager Notifications and Enquiries at Maritime New Zealand since December 2022, Sam has held various leadership roles, including Manager of Planning and Programmes at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency from April 2020 to December 2022, and Team Leader positions at the Environmental Protection Authority NZ between August 2014 and April 2020. Sam's earlier experience includes managerial roles at Blue Planet Marine, SMRU Ltd, and Marine Wildlife Research Ltd, with a focus on marine mammal research and environmental compliance. Sam holds a PhD and MSc in Marine Science from the University of Otago and has contributed significantly to marine fauna monitoring and training programs across major projects.
Maritime New Zealand
Maritime New Zealand’s role is to ensure that all maritime activities are carried out safely, with minimal impact on the environment and on our nation’s security.