Frank Morneau

Frank is a leading authority on the management of unexploded ordnance (UXO) and munitions and explosives of concern (MEC), and serves as a senior advisor to ThayerMahan’s Seabed Systems Group on special projects.

Over his 34-year career in the U.S. Navy, Frank commanded at the unit, group, task force, and Flag Officer levels. He retired in 2016 both as a Rear Admiral and the senior Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Deep Sea Diving Officer in the Department of Defense. Notable assignments include: Command of EOD Mobile Unit EIGHT; All Atlantic Fleet EOD Forces; Navy Expeditionary Combat Forces (TASK FORCE 56) throughout the Arabian Gulf, Iraq, and Afghanistan; and global Commander of the 20,000 Sailors and 138 commands comprising the Navy’s Expeditionary Combat Forces. While in command, his units received numerous commendations for assigned missions. He also led the creation of the Navy’s Expeditionary Mine Countermeasures Companies with the addition of unmanned underwater vehicles and a data analysis team to existing EOD units.

When unexpected circumstances involving UXO/MEC arise – threatening critical assets, infrastructure and human life – promising projects may come to a grinding halt. Frank’s unwavering commitment to safety, hazard decision-making experience, and robust network of contacts across both the government and private sectors all help to ensure that these challenges can be safely and responsibly overcome and successful project outcome achieved.