Charles Fromenthal

Charles Fromenthal is an experienced maritime professional with over 35 years in the industry, currently serving as Master/Chief Officer at Tidewater since March 2019, overseeing vessel operations along the US East Coast, West Coast, Gulf of Mexico, and internationally, specifically supporting oil, gas, and wind farm projects. Previous roles include Bridge Officer at GulfMark and Senior HSSEQ Superintendent at EMAS Offshore, where Charles managed health, safety, security, and environmental programs for a fleet operating in West Africa. Charles has also held various positions at Hornbeck Offshore, contributing as a Lead Auditor for ISM/ISO standards and a Senior Vessel IT Analyst. Early career experiences include roles with Trico Marine and Tidewater Marine. Charles holds a Technical Diploma in Micro Computer Repair and completed multiple license preparation courses at South Central Louisiana Technical College.