️Craig Thornton

Craig Thornton is an accomplished senior executive with over 30 years of diverse engineering experience, specializing in engineering and management consulting, space and terrestrial robotics, and industrial automation and test systems. He has played a pivotal role in notable Canadian engineering feats such as the 'CanadArm' on the US Space Shuttle and the Canadian Mobile Servicing System Robotics Suite on the International Space Station. Currently, Craig leads the Digital Business Practice at Hatch, overseeing a team of 350+ engineering and IT professionals providing digital advisory services to global metals, energy, and infrastructure clients. The Digital team collaborates with subject matter experts to leverage data and drive operational transformations, aiming to enhance client value by streamlining processes and optimizing operations. Craig is a strong advocate for robotics, automation, and digital technologies in reshaping business operations, blending innovation, industry best practices, and cutting-edge technologies to drive improvements in operational efficiency and resilience.