Port of Port Arthur Names Andy Powell as Deputy Director
Powell’s global management experience includes tours of duty in Bergen, Norway; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and Vancouver, Canada, before returning to the U.S. in 2010. He is a well-respected industry professional with extensive experience in international business, customer relations, and ocean carrier operations. “Andy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will benefit our Port’s continued growth. We are excited he joined our team,” said Larry Kelley, Port Director/CEO, Port of Port Arthur. Powell stated, “I see a significant opportunity for continued and sustainable growth. With new infrastructure and a customer-focused approach, the port is an incredibly important asset with an ability to serve domestic and foreign markets.” Powell is a current board member of the International Forest Products Transportation Association (IFPTA). He is a past member of the Trade and Transportation Advisory Council to the Atlanta Branch of the Federal Reserve and recently served on the board of the West Gulf Maritime Association (WGMA). Powell holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Carolina. The Port of Port Arthur is a leader in the breakbulk industry and a major economic engine of Southeast Texas. Located on the Sabine Neches Waterway, with a 48-foot channel deepening project under construction, the Port recently completed 1,000’ of new rail-served dock with open backlands. SOURCE: Port of Port Arthur |
Aug. 30, 2024 - The Port of Port Arthur has named Andy Powell as Deputy Director. Powell brings decades of maritime industry experience to the port, most recently holding leadership positions within G2 Ocean and its predecessor companies, Star Shipping and Grieg Star, in Atlanta, Georgia.