Mike Maura, Jr., Regional Director of Global Ports Holding (GPH) Americas, announced today the appointment of Gasper George as General Manager of Antigua Cruise Port. Mr. George, a native of Saint Lucia, also serves as Director of Operations and Product Development for Saint Lucia Cruise Port and GPH Eastern Caribbean. Since his appointment, he has been diligently preparing for the launch of exciting commercial expansion plans at the port, coinciding with the start of the 2024/25 cruise season.
Mr. Maura, Jr. emphasized the strategic significance of George’s appointment at this pivotal time for the growth of Antigua Cruise Port. “Gasper’s expertise and commitment to excellence make him the ideal leader for this key position.
Since joining GPH in late 2023, he has proven to be an invaluable asset to our team, significantly contributing to the development and launch of the Saint Lucia Cruise Port redevelopment project and other important regional initiatives.
His strong background in the maritime and cruise industry, combined with his leadership experience and dedication to community engagement, positions him to drive progress and innovation at Antigua Cruise Port.”
Maura, Jr. added, “I also wish to sincerely thank Cynthia Jacobs-Browne, our Financial Controller, for her assistance and support as interim General Manager prior to Gasper’s appointment. Her leadership during that transitional period was invaluable, ensuring continuity and stability within the team. Cynthia’s dedication and expertise not only helped us navigate challenges, but also set a strong foundation for future success. We are truly grateful for her commitment and hard work.”
A dynamic and multifaceted professional, George brings a wealth of experience in stakeholder engagement, management, and business development. Prior to joining GPH, he served as Senior Manager of Business Development and Corporate Communications at the Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA).
His extensive background includes roles in the private and public sectors, as well as service on key local tourism and industry boards. He is the Chairman of the Saint Lucia Community Tourism Agency and is a member of the Saint Lucia Hospitality & Tourism Association. Additionally, he has contributed to the Marketing and Communications Committee for Airport Council International – Latin America and the Caribbean.
Expressing his enthusiasm for his new role, George stated, “I am truly honored to take on the position of General Manager at Antigua Cruise Port. My focus will be on fostering sustainable growth while enhancing the overall visitor experience. By collaborating with our partners and engaging with the local community, I believe we can elevate Antigua as a premier cruise destination. Together, we will build on our strengths and innovate for the future.”
Under George’s leadership, Antigua Cruise Port is poised for exciting developments that will enhance its standing as a leading cruise destination in the Caribbean.
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Lord have mercy. You all go have badminded Franz on the man case today. Up to yessiday he ah cuss about non native having “big position”. Franz spent most of his productive years in ah Merca. Either Franz downright badminded or he truly lost his marning in ah merca.
Franz is B-A-N-K-R-U-P-T!!!! financially, intellectually, morally and physically! Wasted yearssss in Murdica with nothing to show for himself! Minimum wage bullbud radio man now living in regret!!!
Congratulations to this REAL MAN! all the best brother. straight masculine energy!
Congratulations young man… wishing you all the best!
Wha happen to the Antiguan girl who was acting?
Are there no Antiguans and Barbudans capable of filling that position? Why are all of those top positions filled by Expats? I am not against anyone coming into ANtigua and working.However,as a pattern all of the key positions from Port to Stern are manned by Non-Nationals.Is this happening in any other Caribbean Nation? The reason I believe this is happening.The people like to watch things being done unto them and bend over.They like to be SODOMIZED BY THE ABLP AND GASTON BROWNE.
Definitely,antigens are too dunce to have a higher post or maybe FOR EXTERNAL COMPANIES …locals have not trust where monies passing through.
Congratulations 🎊! May God go with you!
International Firms have been forewarned not to trust the BOBOL CABAL that controls the government and private industry as well. Therefore they will always find ways to keep the BOBOL CABAL at arm’s length while they make millions in profits over the years as they are allowed to plunder the Nation’s ONLY serious revenue earner 👉🏿TOURISM.
is he ANTIGUAN or ST. LUCIAN???
Congrats to the gentleman. Doesn’t matter where anyone is from as long as they do a good job, but of course in every society locals should be considered first and if none is qualified at the required level then others should be considered . Native Antiguans are as intelligent as anyone I’ve met around the globe. Often though sadly it’s human nature not to believe a person from the same area is capable of great things and people even try to undermine those around them who try to live up to their full potential. My pet peeve is that society does not take education seriously enough by providing the appropriate infrastructure, equipment, systems, resources and general funding that education needs to be as effective as possible and that those persons with knowledge of particular fields are not majorly in charge of the decisions pertaining to educating persons in their field. Once a good education system is in place every child can live up to their potential and take on big tasks in their own community or travel the world to work in another community that needs their services.
Don’t ask if there is no capable Antiguan, because this st Lucian is only a facade or rubber stamp, this global port European connection to certain transhipment from south American market direct now on cruise ship evading the go fast boat that the USA Coast guard quickly detect is eliminated, the sudden security at heritage quay at night so no one can see the Cruse ship been loaded, gone are the days we use to window shop at heritage stores at night, I am no one’s fool in terms of this wool of an operation been pull over Antigua people eye, that’s why a comrade got to be the chairman of st John’s development corporation, right in our face this white European company come and control our port of entry to ship their stuff with the complicity of Gaston brown.
Don’t ask if there is no capable Antiguan, because this st Lucian is only a facade or rubber stamp because he is black skin, this white global port European connection to certain transhipment from south American market direct now on cruise ship evading the go fast boat that the USA Coast guard quickly detect is eliminated, the sudden security at heritage quay at night so no one can see the Cruse ship been loaded, gone are the days we use to window shop at heritage stores at night, I am no one’s fool in terms of this wool of an operation been pull over Antigua people eye, that’s why a comrade got to be the chairman of st John’s development corporation, right in our face this white European company come and control our port of entry to ship their stuff with the complicity of Gaston brown.
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