Thomas Grunwald

SVP, HEAD OF COMMERCIAL PROGRAMS

Thomas is a skilled executive with expertise in general management, finance, sales, and strategy, particularly within the automotive and shipbuilding industries. Currently serving as Senior Vice President, Head of Commercial Programs at Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Inc. (HPSI), he was appointed to his role following the successful acquisition of Philly Shipyard by Hanwha in 2024.

A legacy employee of Philly Shipyard, Thomas initially joined the company in 2019 as Senior Consultant and quickly advanced to Commercial Director and Vice President, where he led strategic initiatives, expanded market reach, and fostered strong customer relationships.

Prior to his tenure at Philly Shipyard, Thomas served as President and Board Member at R&M Ship Technologies USA, Inc., overseeing the company’s U.S. shipbuilding and repair operations in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Oregon. Earlier in his career, he held the role of Controlling Director at Siemens, where he contributed to the company’s operational and financial strategies.

Thomas earned a Diploma in Business Administration with a specialization in International Business Administration from the Catholic University of Eichstaett-Ingolstadt in Germany.