Eric Romelczyk’s research interests lie in the regulation of the marine transportation industry and policy relating to marine safety.  In particular, he is interested in methods of training and recruiting personnel into the industry.  For him, the M.M.A. program represents an opportunity to gain a broader understanding of the policy, regulatory and environmental issues facing the marine transportation industry in the 21st century.

Eric earned his B.S. in Small Vessel Operations from Maine Maritime Academy.  Since his graduation, he has worked as a professional mariner on sail training vessels – a career which has taken him to ports in Greenland, Europe, North Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific; most recently he has sailed on harbor and coastal tugs out of New York City.  He holds a 1600 ton license as Mate, Steam, Motor and Auxiliary Sail, and as Mate of Towing Vessels, both endorsed for Ocean routes.