The Board of Directors of TraPac Holdings, LLC, the parent company of TraPac, LLC, which operates leading container terminals in the U.S. ports of Los Angeles and Oakland, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Thorpe as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 9, 2024.
Cameron Thorpe brings over three decades of experience in the international container shipping and terminal industries. Prior to joining TraPac, Mr. Thorpe served as Chief Executive Officer of PSA Belgium, where under his leadership, a program expanding the Antwerp terminal’s capacity by more than 700,000 TEU annually was commenced whilst simultaneously reducing total emissions by more than 50%, significantly bolstering sustainability, operational capabilities, and market position.
In his new role at TraPac, Mr. Thorpe will be responsible for overseeing the company’s overall performance, with a strong emphasis on safety, environmental stewardship, customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and governance. He will also focus on maximizing returns for investors, ensuring that TraPac continues to deliver exceptional value to its stakeholders.
“Cameron Thorpe is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the maritime and container terminal industry,” said Richard Nicholson, Chair of TraPac Holdings, LLC’s Board of Directors. “His diverse experience and strategic insight will be invaluable as we continue to enhance our world-class facilities and drive sustainable growth for our customers and shareholders.”
Mr. Thorpe’s distinguished career includes serving as CEO of DCT Gdansk, the largest container terminal in the Baltic Region. He also held senior leadership positions at DP World for thirteen years, including global business development and terminal CEO roles in Romania, Australia, Thailand, Korea, and the UK, managing facilities exceeding 4 million TEU and overseeing $1.5 billion in investments.
Prior to his tenure at DP World, Mr. Thorpe spent 16 years with one of the world’s largest container shipping lines, where he gained comprehensive experience in commercial management, senior contract negotiations, country management, and terminal development across the UK, Kenya, Tanzania, and the Netherlands.
Mr. Thorpe’s appointment marks a significant step forward for TraPac as the company continues to lead the industry in innovation and operational excellence.
We look forward to Cameron joining TraPac.