Joseph Te-Sheng Yeh
Taipei
Summary
Maritime regulatory professional with 10+ years of expertise in classification society operations, IMO conventions, and flag state compliance. Skilled in interpreting and communicating international regulatory developments, drafting statutory circulars, and advising administrations on IMO III Code implementation. Strengthened by technical knowledge of alternative marine fuels, enhancing the quality of regulatory guidance and fostering effective industry engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Manager, Statutes Section, Research Department
CR Classification Society
08.2019 - Current
- Delivered technical interpretations of maritime regulations to shipowners, shipyards, and flag state administrations.
- Drafted and reviewed 15+ flag state circulars and technical notices, improving statutory clarity and compliance efficiency.
- Delivered annual seminars to 100+ industry participants, raising awareness of new IMO requirements and strengthening compliance readiness.
- Led a government project with a four-member team, advising Taiwan on IMO III Code compliance and reviewing 10+ conventions.
Marine Surveyor, Statutes Section, Research Department
CR Classification Society
07.2015 - 07.2019
- Implemented statutory and classification regulatory amendments, aligning class procedures with IMO and IACS requirements.
- Attended IMO meetings, analyzed outcomes, and provided insights to shipowners and stakeholders.
Marine Surveyor, Survey Department
CR Classification Society
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Performed statutory surveys and inspections, ensuring compliance with international safety and environmental standards.
- Participated in container ship construction surveys at Keelung Shipyard (short-term assignment).
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Science & Ocean Engineering
National Taiwan University
Taipei, Taiwan01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Science & Ocean Engineering
National Taiwan University
Taipei, Taiwan01.2012
Skills
- Maritime Convention & Regulations (IMO, ILO, Flag State)
- Statutory Implementation & Classification Regulatory Updates
- Drafting Flag State Circulars, Marine Notices & Technical Interpretations
- ISO Audits & Certification Knowledge
- Alternative Marine Fuels & Sustainability Initiatives
- Stakeholder Engagement & Client Relations
- Languages: Mandarin (Native), English (Professional Proficiency)
Certification
ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lead Auditor (2020) — certified but limited external audit practice
Accomplishments
- Drafted 15 flag state circulars and notices for Taiwan’s maritime administration, providing technical guidance on IMO conventions and statutory implementation.
- Directed a government compliance project on the IMO III Code, identifying key improvement areas across 10+ conventions.
- Delivered technical presentations on MEPC 83 outcomes, briefing industry leaders on regulatory implications for alternative fuels.
- Strengthened regulatory alignment and stakeholder relations through technical exchanges with Evergreen, Yang Ming, China Steel, and CPC Corporation.
Timeline
Manager, Statutes Section, Research Department
CR Classification Society
08.2019 - Current
Marine Surveyor, Statutes Section, Research Department
CR Classification Society
07.2015 - 07.2019
Marine Surveyor, Survey Department
CR Classification Society
11.2014 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Engineering Science & Ocean Engineering
National Taiwan University
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Science & Ocean Engineering
National Taiwan University