THE E4O TEAM
Engaged for Ocean is an idea born of an alliance between committed entrepreneurs, environmental experts and organizations committed to preserving marine ecosystems. We share the deep conviction that it is urgent to act for the ocean, the source of life, biodiversity and prosperity for humanity.
Our history
The idea for Engaged for Ocean was born out of an observation: the climate and ecological emergency demands concrete responses, and companies have a central role to play. Our founders chose to create a simple, accessible innovation that would fully integrate ocean protection into the economic strategy of private players. The principle is clear: an annual financial commitment is dedicated to preserving the marine environment.
THOMAS CAPITEN
CHAIRMAN / FOUNDER
Thomas Capiten, fondateur d'Engaged for Ocean, a développé sa conscience écologique au contact direct de l’Océan en Normandie, à Cherbourg. Dans le cadre de ses anciennes activités de négoce industriel maritime, il a été témoin des dégâts causés par l'industrie, la surpêche et la pollution.
Profondément marqué, il a fondé en 2018 l’ONG Thalas Océan, qui explore et sensibilise aux enjeux marins partout dans le monde. C'est face à la difficulté croissante de réunir les moyens financiers d'agir, rencontrée par tous les acteurs environnementaux, qu'il décide de chercher une solution à ce problème global.
Engaged for Ocean est la réponse, incitant les entreprises à s'engager au financement des projets concrets de préservation de l'Océan, démontrant ainsi que activités économiques et protection de l'environnement peuvent progresser main dans la main.
CATHERINE CHABAUD
PRESIDENT OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Sailor, journalist and the first woman to complete the Vendée Globe, she discovered the vulnerability of marine ecosystems during her round-the-world voyages. Through her commitments, notably within European institutions, she promotes an approach based on respect for scientific data, international cooperation and shared responsibility.
As Chair of the Engaged for Ocean Scientific Committee, Catherine Chabaud offers an informed and demanding perspective. She believes in this label because it offers companies a pragmatic way forward: Engaged for Ocean is a concrete, ethical tool to help build a sustainable future.
FABIEN LECUONA
AMABASSADOR
SINGAPORE / ASIA
An international business leader with over 13 years' experience in the Asia-Pacific marine sector, and an expert in sales and operations management, he has worked in a variety of fields, including marine electronics and engine manufacturing.
Today, he leads Chartwell Marine's expansion in the region from their new office in Singapore, developing strategic partnerships and promoting innovative, low-carbon marine solutions.
DENIS HAINS
AMBASSADOR
CANADA / NORTH AMERICA
Founder and CEO of H2i, is a leader in hydrography and hydrospatial sciences. He also co-founded the Global Hydrospatial Movement Club to promote innovation and collaboration.
With over 35 years' experience with the Government of Canada, Denis served as Hydrographer General of Canada, and was honoured with the Canadian Hydrographic Association's Sam Masry Award in 2024.
Through H2i, Denis is committed to the ocean and continues to innovate in the hydrospatial field, volunteering his expertise to a number of prestigious projects, including the Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 project, UNH-CCOM, FIG, International Hydrographic Review, IFHS and COMREN.
AUDREY GAUTIER
DEPLOYMENT DIRECTOR
AND PARTNERSHIPS
LOÏC LEMAÎTRE
COMMUNICATION COMMUNICATION
MEDIA RELATIONS
JOHN CROWLEY
ADVISER
INSTITUTIONAL
JULIE FOURNIER
ASSISTANT
DEPLOYMENT / CANDIDATE
Our approach:
- Absolute transparency: every project supported, every cent invested, is documented and communicated to member companies. This enables them to share verifiable information on the positive impact generated with their customers.
- Accessibility and simplicity Our membership methodology is straightforward, with no unnecessary administrative complexity. We also provide marketing support, communication materials and personalized coaching.
- Collaboration and expertise Engaged for Ocean works hand-in-hand with NGOs, research institutes, marine biologists and local associations. This cooperation guarantees the choice of relevant, high-impact projects, backed by scientific expertise and solid local roots.
Our values :
- Shared responsibility We are convinced that every economic player can contribute to preserving the ocean, without this affecting their profitability - quite the contrary.
- Innovation solidaire We imagine a model where the economy actively participates in the regeneration of the planet, creating a new form of shared value.
- Integrity and measurement Integrity: All our actions are evaluated, quantified and made public, in order to maintain a high level of trust and efficiency.
Our ambitions:
Engaged for Ocean wants to see the number of companies involved multiply, to create a global movement of funds dedicated to protecting the oceans. We are working to ensure that our actions bear fruit over the long term, so that marine biodiversity, a source of wealth and balance, is preserved for future generations.
By joining the Engaged for Ocean label, companies become part of a virtuous, valued and rewarding approach, where every business transaction becomes an opportunity to protect a shared, vital and irreplaceable natural heritage. More than a label, Engaged for Ocean is a shared commitment, a pact that unites the economy and the ocean in a win-win relationship, for today and tomorrow.