MEDIA

11 Nov 2024

Global Ports Holding Announces Strategic Board Appointments

Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH), the world’s largest independent cruise port operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of three highly experienced professionals to its Board of Directors: Andrew Stuart, Scott Auty, and Florian Hubel. These appointments have been made as GPH embarks on a new phase of growth and strategic partnership, following its delisting from the London Stock Exchange and re-registration as a private company.

Andrew Stuart

Mr. Stuart brings over 30 years of cruise industry experience, having held numerous senior leadership roles at Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) where he served as President and CEO from 2015 to 2020. He was instrumental in driving growth, improving passenger services, and expanding NCL’s global footprint. With expertise in marketing, sales, revenue management, and product development, he will provide valuable insights as GPH continues to grow and innovate. Mr. Stuart is also a board member of an expedition cruise line and is Chairman of the Boys and Girls Club of Miami Dade. He holds a BSc in Catering Administration from Bournemouth University.

Scott Auty

Mr. Auty is a London-based Partner in DWS’s infrastructure investment business in Europe, where he is responsible for sourcing, executing, and managing infrastructure investments. He brings extensive expertise in infrastructure management, having served as a non-executive director on numerous portfolio company boards. Mr. Auty currently serves as a non-executive director of Stagecoach Group Limited, the UK’s largest transport operator. His leadership in infrastructure equity funds and comprehensive understanding of the transport and infrastructure sectors will be key assets to Global Ports Holding. Mr. Auty holds a BA Honours degree in Economics from the University of Exeter.

Florian Hubel

Mr. Hubel is a Senior Principal at DWS Infrastructure with significant experience in analyzing and executing infrastructure investments across Europe. He has previously worked with infrastructure investor OMERS and J.P. Morgan’s investment banking division, specializing in natural resources and energy. Mr. Hubel serves as a non-executive director of both Stagecoach Group Limited and Vertex Bioenergy SL, a Spanish bioethanol producer. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and an MS Honours degree in Management from the Vienna University of Economics and Business.

Mehmet Kutman, Chairman & CEO of Global Ports Holding, said:
"We are excited to welcome Andy, Scott, and Florian to the Global Ports Holding board as non-executive directors. Their collective expertise in the cruise, transport, and infrastructure sectors will be invaluable as we continue to drive innovation and sustainable growth globally."

These appointments further strengthen GPH’s leadership as it embarks on its next phase of growth, with a focus on developing key infrastructure and enhancing passenger experience across its portfolio of cruise ports worldwide.