Australia · High-Speed Craft Hydrodynamics · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Prof. Giles Thomas

World-renowned naval architect whose full-scale trials and model testing of large wave-piercing catamarans have transformed global high-speed ferry and naval vessel design.

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Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas: High-Speed Craft Hydrodynamics, Ship Motion Simulation, Wave-Piercing Catamarans
Academic position: Professor of Naval Architecture & Director of AMC
Primary university source: Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status: Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in High-Speed Craft Hydrodynamics, Ship Motion Simulation, Wave-Piercing Catamarans are advised to consult formal department application channels.

AMC Beauty Point guide ↗Engineering subject guide ↗Mentorship ↗

Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-15. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

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