Meet Thibaut, Twin Operations at Syroco

After completing a Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Thibaut chose to begin his career in the tech sector, attracted by the start-up energy and the excitement of innovation. Even though it wasn’t directly related to his studies, his first job experiences gave him a taste for fast-moving projects and sharpened his desire to work on challenges that deliver real, measurable results.

Over time, he realised that what mattered most was working on solutions with a clear environmental impact. With a family background in the merchant navy and having spent most of his childhood in port cities, the maritime sector felt like a natural step. Syroco offered the perfect way to combine his personal story with meaningful innovation.

What drives him?

At Syroco, Thibaut acts as the link between the technical teams and Customer Success. As Twin Operations Engineer, his role is to ensure that each vessel’s digital twin matches reality as closely as possible, so that the recommendations provided are accurate and directly useful for shipowners and captains.

“What motivates me is the tangible impact of my mission. In this industry, even a small 1% improvement in consumption can mean tons of fuel saved and of CO2 avoided each day. That’s a result you can measure, and it makes a real difference.”

And beyond work?

Sports play a central role in Thibaut’s life. Cycling remains a passion, but he also dedicates time to football and water sports such as surfing or sailing. For him, it’s about freedom - pushing forward on the pedals or letting the wind and sea set the pace.

What matters most?

For Thibaut, being part of Syroco means working in a team where values are not abstract and guide everyday decisions:

• Data centricity: relying on facts and verified data rather than impressions.
• Constructive thinking: collaboration, curiosity and collective problem-solving.

“These two principles guide my daily work and give meaning to what we do. Ultimately, it’s about making every improvement concrete - lower fuel use, more accurate predictions - and building trust with the people who operate the ships at sea.”