Naval Architect from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim. Has extensive experience as technical consultant in DNV-GL, working with a wide range of projects for national and international customers including ship owners, yards, designers, banks and other shipping-related stakeholders.

Has extensive experience in many aspects in the marine industry. Served as Surveyor to Lloyds Register and Scandinavian Underwriters Agency. Experience in ship plans appraisal, ship development and statutory work, supervising construction of new building and repairs. Established Schjerven Teknisk Bureau AS in 1976 undertaking damage surveys to hull and machinery on be half of underwriters and other parties.

Educated as Chief Engineer with additional technical education. Has more than 40 years experience in international and domestic shipping (cruise, merchant, offshore and fishing vessels), also as superintendent and surveyor. Ragnar has in-depth knowledge of the petroleum and cruise industry, operations and maintenance management, procurement, engineering and strategic planning.

Master Mariner with good experience from offshore vessels, maintenance systems, HSE and other aspects towards safety on board and at sea. Has also worked on several other vessel types, as well as port inspector. Is holder of Deck Officer Class 1, DP Unlimited and all other certificates and courses required for work on all ships.

Extensive experience from the Norwegian Armed Forces, including logistics and civil-military cooperation. Bachelor degree in International Emergency Preparedness, with a focus on the High North, and Master in Social Security and Crisis Management.

Has many years experience as radio officer in international and domestic shipping. Also, from crew management, ship operations, ship agency and surveys.