Ports Australia CEO retires

Peak ports body Ports Australia has announced the retirement of the organisation’s long serving CEO, David Anderson, effective 10 March 2017.
“During his time as CEO, David has brought great credit to the organisation and unified the membership behind a strong, well developed policy agenda,” said Ports Australia Chairman and CEO of Flinders Ports, Vincent Tremaine. “David has created a strong awareness of port issues with government and other stakeholders and has worked tirelessly to have these appropriately positioned on the public policy agenda.
“While CEO of Ports Australia, David has developed a reputation for fearlessly advocating for the interests of the members.”
Anderson’s retirement brings to a close a career of over 40 years in the field of transport policy and advocacy.
Commenting on his decision to retire, Anderson said, “My tenure as CEO of Ports Australia has been highly rewarding, in serving one of the most significant of Australia’s economic sectors and a membership committed to supporting the well-being of the Australian community through efficient port operations and sustainable port development.
“I thank the members for their strong support and contribution to the success of our organisation over that time.”
Anderson has agreed to make himself available on a needs basis to help with the transition from the date of his retirement, to facilitate an orderly leadership transition.