Marc Batsford brings over four decades of naval, engineering, and shipbuilding expertise to Polaris Advantage Inc. A graduate of the Royal Military College of Canada, he served 36 years in the Royal Canadian Navy, including as Engineering Officer aboard HMCS FREDERICTON and as Canada’s Naval Attaché to the United States.

Marc has held senior roles in both public and private sectors, including Deputy Commander of Canada’s west coast ship repair facility, Director of Ship Repair at Irving Shipbuilding Inc., and Business Developer at GeoSpectrum Technologies. His leadership spans technical, operational, and diplomatic domains — with deep knowledge of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy and sustainment priorities.

Known for his steady judgment, practical insight, and collaborative mindset, Marc supports POLARIS clients with engineering-driven strategies and credible engagement across Canada’s marine and defence ecosystems.