Jim has extensive experience for high value projects as design manager as well as providing technical
construction support in shipyards around the world. He has thorough technical understanding of main
propulsion and auxiliary systems for marine craft which is necessary for careful weight management during
the design process. His working knowledge of a wide variety of computer programming languages is valuable
as DLBA functions entirely with clients via exchange of computer files for the timely delivery of technical
work product.
Jim received his B.S. degree in Civil Engineering Technology from Old Dominion University, and is a
licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia.
Contact Jim at JSupan@dlba-inc.com
       
    directors and management    
robert bartee, chief operating officer           
donald blount, p.e., president/founder           
linda martes, office manager
dr. robert ranzenbach, research and development director           
bill blount, business development director
dean schleicher, p.e., technical director       
jim supan, p.e., engineering director       
gordon hatchell, business development specialist