Ports of Auckland boss Tony Gibson has been appointed to the board of Marsden Maritime Holdings.
Marsden Maritime chairman Sir John Goulter says he is “delighted” to welcome Gibson to the board who has more than 30 years’ experience in shipping and logistics.
Gibson has “a wealth of experience in port and associated companies, including marina developments and transport logistics,” Goulter says.
“He understands these industries very well and we look forward to his inputs contributing to the ongoing success of Marsden Maritime Holdings.”
Gibson replaces Peter Griffiths who resigned from the board. The appointment keeps the Marsden Maritime board with six directors, the statutory requirement for designated port companies.
Under Marsden Maritime constitution, Gibson is required to retire at the next annual shareholders’ meeting in October 2018 and stand for election by shareholders at that meeting.
The board has determined that Gibson will be a non-independent director.
Ports of Auckland owns nearly 20% of Marsden Maritime, with Northland Regional Council holding 54%.
Marsden Maritime jointly owns Northport with Port of Tauranga.
