CoWaves
Collaboration in Motion
Philosophy
At CoWaves, every project is an opportunity to enhance clarity and control in ship building by systematically analyzing operations, identifying bottlenecks, and turning insight into action. We combine advisory strength with hands-on execution, implementing solutions directly alongside your teams to ensure progress is practical, measurable, and sustainable. Guided by our core principles — Transparency, Proactivity, Integrity, and Good Humor — we build partnerships founded on trust, flexibility, and mutual respect.


Skillset
With specialists across technology, business, operations, and data management, we support projects from strategic planning to day-to-day execution. Using the Critical Path Method, we analyze and identify pinch points early, align teams with clear priorities, and build structured, actionable plans that keep projects on track — even under pressure.
Equally important is our commitment to clear communication. We create transparency across departments and disciplines, ensuring data, insight, and human effort come together seamlessly. This empowers both projects and people to perform at their best. We are CoWaves — Collaboration in Motion.
What makes us unique
Professional &
systematic
Personalised &
Hands on
Goal &
Result driven

Thomas Combe
Role: Founder of CoWaves
Education: Msc. Offshore & Dredging Engineering / Bsc. Civil Engineering, Tu Delft.
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Thomas his strengths lay in getting things done, connecting easily with people and bringing positivity in difficult situations. Besides his work he enjoys cooking, cycling and scuba diving in his free time.
Why CoWaves? CoWaves has provided a steady basis for personal and professional growth for the team, and that motivates Thomas.

Ilja van Ketel - Brussel
Role: Project-/ & Operations Manager
Education: BSc Naval Architect & BEd.
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Ilja is both an experienced naval architect, with a wealth of knowledge on maritime expertise, and a former lecturer, with a heart for people and education. Ilja is great at distinguishing main- and side issues. This makes her the perfect person to support the team and help them develop as it makes her a great addition to a project.
In her free time, Ilja loves riding her motorbike, taking her own boat out on the water, and enjoying quality time with her family.

Renee Northern
Role: Vice President of CoWaves Americas
Education: Finance.
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Renee is a seasoned professional known for strong people management and collaborative team leadership. She is responsible for the daily operations of the Americas office including strategic decision making and business development. Her experience with adaptive project management philosophies makes her a purposeful planner and collaborator, bringing both structure and flexibility to her projects. Outside of work she enjoys being outdoors, baking bread, and spending time with her family.

Jonathan Wilbrink
Role: Project Support Assistant
Education: BSc. Marine Technology at TU Delft
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Jonathan is currently completing his bachelor's degree in Marine Technology, with a minor in Project Management. He is passionate about the maritime industry and eager to learn and gain new experiences within it. Outside of his studies and work, he enjoys cycling, sailing, working out, and spending time with friends.



Jonathan Wilbrink
Role: Project Support Assistant
Education: BSc. Marine Technology at TU Delft
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Jonathan is currently completing his bachelor's degree in Marine Technology, with a minor in Project Management. He is passionate about the maritime industry and eager to learn and gain new experiences within it. Outside of his studies and work, he enjoys cycling, sailing, working out, and spending time with friends.

Sytha O.
Role: Junior Project Controls Engineer
Education: BSc. of Science in Ocean Engineering at Texas A&M University

Jonathan Wilbrink
Role: Administrive Assistant






