With a career spanning from 1977 to date, Abakasanga Offiong Aqua has amassed extensive experience in engineering roles across various sectors. Notably, since 2005, Aqua has served as a Senior Surveyor/Auditor at the International Naval Surveys Bureau, overseeing vessel surveys and certification, as well as training marine surveyors. Prior roles include Engineer Consultant at Bethel Marine and Industrial Services Limited and Chief Engineer at Union Petroleum Services Limited and East-West Shipping Company Limited.

Aqua's expertise extends to operations and maintenance of marine craft, as seen during their tenure at Citi Trust Investments Limited and Leymond Investments. With a solid foundation from the Nigerian National Shipping Line, where Aqua served as a Junior Engineer Officer to 3rd Engineer Officer, their proficiency in watchkeeping and maintenance is evident.

Throughout their career, Aqua has demonstrated a commitment to safety, legislation compliance, and effective maintenance practices in the maritime industry.