Brian Austin

Biography

 Chief Chemist for one of the international petroleum inspection companies, Brian commenced work in the marine insurance industry in the capacity of forensic analyst and investigator. In this role, over the last 30 years he has conducted shipboard and land-borne investigations worldwide involving most types of ocean carriers, chemical and bulk containers, barges, railcars, road tankers as well as at oil refineries, chemical plants, oil/chemical storage facilities and power generation plants.

Research Interest

  Expertise to numerous quality disputes concerning a wide range of commodities including crude oil, petroleum products, petrochemicals, industrial chemicals and edible and non-edible oils and fats.  Brian has particular experience in bunker fuel issues and complex quality claims for fuels used in onshore power generation facilities.