Guernsey Ports appoints new managing director

Ross Coppolo is the current chief operating officer at Guernsey Ports

Guernsey Ports has appointed its chief operating officer as its new managing director.

Ross Coppolo has 21 years of experience in the ports sector and his appointment followed a "highly-competitive and extensive" recruitment process.

He will work with outgoing managing director Colin Le Ray in the coming months to ensure a successful transition into the role.

Dr Simon Thornton, chairman of the Guernsey Ports board, said: "Ross will have a clear focus on developing and diversifying commercial opportunities, increasing efficiency and continuing to provide a high standard of public service to islanders."

Following the announcement, Mr Coppolo said: "I am hugely excited to take on the role and to lead a great Ports team as we continue to focus upon growing and diversifying the business and building on our future ambitions."