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Maximus Blackbourne
About Maximus Blackbourne
Chief Technology Officer, Pollentia Inc.
Maximus Blackbourne is the Chief Technology Officer of Pollentia Inc., where he leads the development of the company’s AI and cybersecurity systems. An expert in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and critical infrastructure protection, Maximus has built a career designing secure, adaptive platforms for high-risk environments. His work bridges AI and cybersecurity to create intelligent systems that not only power autonomy but also safeguard against evolving digital threats.
Technical Foundation
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Specialist in neural networks, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling.
- Designed AI-powered threat detection and diagnostics that learn and adapt in real time.
- Focused on edge-based autonomy for safe, reliable vessel navigation.
Cybersecurity & Systems Engineering
- Developed scalable, defense-grade security protocols for enterprise and industrial settings.
- Experience building encrypted fleet communications and resilient control architectures.
- Proven track record of creating predictive systems to prevent cyber breaches and adapt to new threats.
Role at Pollentia
As CTO, Maximus leads Pollentia’s AI and systems divisions, ensuring every vessel is equipped with:
- Autonomous navigation intelligence driven by advanced neural networks.
- Predictive diagnostics to detect and prevent failures before they occur.
- Defense-grade cybersecurity with encrypted communications and fault-tolerant protocols.
Leadership Philosophy
Maximus sees technology as a tool for trust and resilience. At Pollentia, his mission is to ensure every innovation serves the people aboard, the environment around them, and the broader future of the marine industry.
“Technology should adapt to people, not the other way around.” — Maximus Blackbourne