Dr Yaseen Ahmed
Research Associate
Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering
Personal statement
I am a Research Associate in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, with a Ph.D. in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering and over eight years of experience in research, teaching, and industrial collaboration. My research focuses on ship hydrodynamics, autonomous marine systems, sustainable ship design, and innovative technologies supporting cleaner and safer maritime operations. My current research involves maritime decarbonisation, onboard carbon capture technologies, Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), hydrodynamic optimisation, and intelligent decision-support systems. I have contributed to UK and European-funded projects, collaborating with academic and industrial partners to develop solutions for sustainable shipping and future autonomous vessel technologies. I have expertise in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), ship resistance and propulsion, manoeuvring and control systems, optimisation methods, and marine system modelling. My research has resulted in more than 40 peer-reviewed publications in areas including autonomous navigation, ship performance optimisation, renewable marine technologies, and maritime regulations. I am also actively involved in research-led teaching and student supervision, delivering courses in naval architecture and marine engineering and supporting the development of future engineers and researchers. I am committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and translating innovative research into practical solutions for sustainable and intelligent maritime transport.
Qualifications
Academic Qualifications
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
Osaka University, Japan – Division of Global Architecture
Awarded: September 2015
Thesis: Automatic Berthing Control Practically Applicable under Wind Disturbances
Research Focus: Intelligent control systems, autonomous marine vehicles, ship manoeuvring and control, marine hydrodynamics, and experimental validation of autonomous berthing systems.
Master of Engineering (MEng) in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
Osaka University, Japan – Division of Global Architecture
Awarded: September 2012
Thesis: Automatic Ship Berthing Using Artificial Neural Network Based on Virtual Window Concept in Wind Condition
Research Focus: Artificial intelligence-based ship control, automatic manoeuvring systems, ship motion modelling, and advanced control techniques for marine operations.
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Bangladesh
Awarded: February 2009
Academic Achievement: Graduated 2nd in merit position with a CGPA of 3.94/4.00 (Honours).
Major Areas: Ship design, marine structures, hydrodynamics, and naval architecture fundamentals.
Professional Qualifications and Memberships
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Engineering Council, United Kingdom
Professional registration recognising competence, experience, and commitment to professional engineering practice.
Member of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (MRINA)
Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA)
Professional membership recognising contributions and expertise in naval architecture, marine engineering, and maritime innovation.
Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA)
Advance HE, United Kingdom
Recognition of professional practice and commitment to excellence in teaching and learning in higher education.
Member of the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
Professional recognition in engineering practice and registration in Malaysia.
Professional Technologist Member (MBOT)
Malaysia Board of Technologists
Recognition of professional competency and contribution in engineering technology and applied research.
Publications
- Deep learning hybrid models with attention mechanisms for ship fuel oil consumption prediction : a comparative study
- Polaki Vedanjali, Velasco-Gallego Christian, Lazakis Iraklis, Ahmed Yaseen Adnan
- Ocean Engineering Vol 367 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2026.128063
- Advanced optimisation software framework for floating offshore wind farm logistics and operations
- Ahmed Yaseen Adnan, Lazakis Iraklis, Judah Soul, Abbey Callum
- Ocean Engineering Vol 345 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.123892
- CFD simulation of water flow through a SWRO membrane
- Klara Syerly, Mahmuddin Faisal, Syarif Muhammad Raziman, Ardianti Andi, Ahmed Yaseen, Nur Muhammad
- CFD Letters Vol 18, pp. 94-102 (2025)
- Paving the way towards maritime decarbonisation : application of a Risk Based Certification for carbon capture system
- Ahmed Yaseen Adnan, Lazakis Iraklis, Polaki Vedanjali, Mallouppas George, Sandru Marius, Pettersen Torbjørn, McKellar Oliver, Cross Alex
- Innovations in Sustainable Maritime Technology—IMAM 2025 20th International Congress of the International Maritime Association of the Mediterranean, pp. 231–242 (2025)
- https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-01620-1_18
- Study on flow velocity effect to corrosion rate of mild steel
- Mahmuddin Faisal, Prasetyo Bagas Eko, Alwi M Rusydi, Hariyanto Surya, Ahmed Yaseen
- Journal of Advanced Research in Experimental Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer Vol 22, pp. 77-83 (2025)
- https://doi.org/10.37934/arefmht.21.1.7783
- Computational investigation of hull vane effects on resistance and propulsive performance of a patrol vessel
- Ra’uf Muhammad Irfan Shahmi bin Abdul, Kamal Iwan Mustaffa, Othman Nor Adlina, Ahmed Yaseen Adnan
- Journal of Marine Science and Engineering Vol 13 (2025)
- https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13081507
Research Interests
My research interests focus on advancing sustainable and intelligent maritime technologies through the integration of hydrodynamics, artificial intelligence, automation, and energy-efficient solutions. This includes ship resistance and propulsion optimisation, CFD-based performance prediction, autonomous vessel navigation, intelligent control systems, collision avoidance, automatic berthing, and digital transformation of maritime operations.
I am particularly interested in the development of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), including autonomous decision-making frameworks, regulatory compliance, and safe operation under environmental uncertainties. My work also explores sustainable shipping technologies such as wind-assisted propulsion, renewable marine energy systems, onboard carbon capture, and green propulsion solutions to support maritime decarbonisation.
I have extensive experience in experimental model testing, numerical simulation, optimisation algorithms, and system-level analysis. My research aims to bridge fundamental engineering research with industrial applications by contributing to collaborative UK, European, and international projects addressing the future challenges of maritime transport.
Professional Activities
- Sustainable Maritime Propulsion: A NAOME–CMT Collaborative Webinar
- Participant
- 10/7/2026
Projects
- Flexible Tool Environment for Holistic Retrofits and Decarbonization of Ships FIT-HORIZONS (HORIZON-CL5-2025-04)
- Lazakis, Iraklis (Principal Investigator) Ahmed, Yaseen (Researcher) Elkafas, Ahmed Gamal Hamed (Researcher)
- 01-Jan-2026 - 30-Jan-2029
- Decarbonising UK Shipping: Industry Engagement on Onboard Carbon Capture
- Ahmed, Yaseen (Principal Investigator) Lazakis, Iraklis (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2025 - 30-Jan-2025
- Retrofitting towards climate neutrality (GreenMarine)
- Lazakis, Iraklis (Principal Investigator) Boulougouris, Evangelos (Co-investigator) Ahmed, Yaseen (Researcher) Elkafas, Ahmed Gamal Hamed (Researcher)
- 01-Jan-2023 - 31-Jan-2027
- EPSRC IAA: Decarbonising UK Shipping - Industry Engagment on Onboard Carbon Capture
- Ahmed, Yaseen (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2022 - 31-Jan-2026
Contact
Dr
Yaseen
Ahmed
Research Associate
Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering
Email: yaseen.ahmed@strath.ac.uk
Tel: Unlisted