JAXPORT Promotes Infrastructure Development Leader Bennett to COO
development and engineering and construction operations. In this role, he managed the completion of JAXPORT’s major growth projects, including the 47-foot harbor deepening project, a $100 million berth modernization project, and renovations to improve operational efficiencies at the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal.He has extensive experience in senior transportaion positions, including more than 20 years with the Florida Department of Transportation, where he served as planning manager for District Two, encompassing 18 counties throughout North Florida. Prior to joining JAXPORT, Bennett was the senior
Callan Marine Hires Harner as COO
dredging contractor Callan Marine said it has hired Greg L. Harner as its new chief operating officer.A 36-year veteran of the construction and maritime industry, Harner brings experience in infrastructure development for deep-water seaports, port security, resort developments, marine terminals, cruise terminal facilities and commercial building projects within the U.S. and Caribbean.Maxie McGuire, President of Callan Marine, said, “I have known Greg for more than 20 years, having worked together as young project managers, and knew when we launched our latest growth initiative that I wanted him
Liverpool to Lead Way in Cruise Ship Crew Welfare for Third Year
Maritime charity Liverpool Seafarers Center (LSC) has struck a deal to provide support to thousands of cruise ship crew for the third successive year at a special base at Liverpool Cruise Terminal.LSC CEO, John Wilson, said it has reached agreement with Liverpool City Council, and the cruise terminal, to operate a support center from a converted shipping container. The container has been donated by the Maersk shipping line and is positioned on the terminal near Princes Parade.Wilson was speaking as he welcomed crew from the first cruise ship of the season to arrive in Liverpool, the Fred Olsen liner
HKCYIA Gives Talk on Cruise Careers
Hong Kong School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE) and Plymouth University, with the aim of promoting youth employment in the cruise industry and fostering its growth in the local sector. The Day featured several seminars given by industry veterans from Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, international cruise line and maritime association, which provided youths with information about the cruise and maritime industries. Following the seminars, programme information sessions were also held to provide students with details of the tourism and hospitality programmes organized by
Abu Dhabi Ports Celebrates Emirati Women’s Day
, the support from our leaders and from our families is tangible; you can feel it at work, at home, and in our communities. Women are accepted as leaders. By celebrating the success of our mothers, our daughters, our sisters, we can be an example for the world." Noura Rashid Al Dhaheri, Cruise Terminal Manager at Abu Dhabi Ports and the First Woman in the Middle East to hold this position, commented, “Today we see our fellow women are dreaming big and through the vision of H.H. Sheikha Fatima and the support of our leadership, our employers and our families, those dreams have become
Faststream Opens New Global Headquarters
and very excited about our new global headquarters. Our new offices provide us with the very best in working environments for our staff and allow us to continue to grow the business. Our location in Southampton’s Town Quay area is steeped in maritime history with views over the cities new cruise terminal and container port.” The new HQ unveiling event was attended by many of Faststream’s clients alongside senior members of Faststream’s team. Platten was guest speaker at the event and gave a speech looking at the current climate of the Maritime industry in the U.K.
Ahlqvist Appointed Cruise Terminal Manager in Visby
Copenhagen Malmö Port, CMP, has employed Henrik Ahlqvist as terminal manager for the new cruise terminal in Visby. The new cruise terminal will open in April 2018. Henrik Ahlqvist will be responsible for the cruise terminal and associated operations, and ensure that the new terminal functions well and is run effectively. Henrik Ahlqvist’s most recent position was at Ports of Stockholm, where he was in charge of Cruise & Ferries and simultaneously Deputy Harbor Master. Besides responsibility for cruises, Henrik also managed the archipelago services and the city center
Fincantieri, Huarun Dadong Dockyard Tie-up framework Finalized
very rapidly in China and over the next ten years will enlarge significantly. At the same time, the demand of the industry for adequate shipyard facilities with the capability for cruise repair and refitting work is constantly increasing. HRDD, with its modern facilities located near the new Cruise Terminal of Shanghai, has a rich experience and skilled resources which make it particularly suitable for cruise ship projects. Fincantieri, through its dedicated Ship Repair and Conversion business unit, will provide its technical knowledge, together with support in project management and logistic
IBIA: Bunker Market Opportunities in Africa
with existing suppliers, and bringing in new demand for auxiliary services. The South African Maritime Safety Administration which manages the permits and licences to provide offshore bunker services has received many applications although it was intimated that few would succeed. Plans for a new cruise terminal at Cape Town and significant expansion of the port’s container handling capacity in the future should further boost demand for marine fuel
Norwegian Cruise Line, Port of Seattle Ink 15-year Lease
our guests’ pre- and post-cruise experience and better align it with the superior service levels offered by our three award-winning brands.” “This is a historic deal for the Port of Seattle,” said Port of Seattle CEO Ted Fick. “A 15-year lease for a cruise terminal is unprecedented on the West Coast. Norwegian Cruise Line is showing real vision by investing in the economic growth of this region.” In addition NCLH will make tenant improvements to the Bell Street Cruise Terminal estimated at $30 million which will expand the portion of the
Hamburg Cruise Center Names Rieger Managing Director
concept for marketing the destination and consolidating the interests of the 120 plus members. Together we aim to further expand cruise business in Hamburg.” Encompassing 125 stakeholders from tourism, the port, industry, cruise business and politics, the HCC mid-season event held at Cruise Terminal 1 in HafenCity, duly acknowledged the departure of Nadine Maraschi, who worked successfully for many years at HCC. Maraschi will remain active in both the cruise industry and the Hanseatic city of Hamburg after moving to her new position as Liaison Manager Northern Germany at MSC Cruises. &ldquo
Port of Boston: A Vital Economic Engine
, and more ships that began and ended itineraries in Boston versus visiting as a port of call. In the seven-year period between studies, cruise passenger numbers nearly doubled, growing from 199,453 to 380,000. The number of sailings also grew from 95 in 2005 to 117. The types of vessels calling the cruise terminal have evolved since 2005, when the majority of vessels calling the port were smaller coastal ships. These vessels also made Boston a port of call instead of a homeport, like many vessels do today. Cruise operations at Massport created 971 direct jobs, and supported about 990 jobs. The 2005 study
Xuereb Named CEO at Valletta Cruise Port
Valletta Cruise Port plc the operator of the Valletta Cruise Terminal and of the Valletta Waterfront announces the appointment of Stephen Xuereb as the Chief Executive Officer of the Group with effect from June 1, 2014. Xuereb succeeds John Portelli who has been at the helm of the company over the past five years. Xuereb, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Accountants and a Henley MBA graduate, played a central role in Valletta Cruise Port plc’s success (formerly Viset Malta plc) since its inception in 2002. Xuereb’s current role is that of group’s Chief Finance Officer
