Harwich Haven Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Busayo Afolabi as its new Senior Marine Operations Manager. 
 
Busayo will be stepping into this newly created role to manage the Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) team, develop commercial opportunities for marine services, manage marine assets such as pontoons, and to lead on the organisational training for the marine department. 
 
Busayo is a certified Master Mariner, an Associate Fellow of the Nautical Institute, and an active member of the UK Harbour Masters Association. He holds an MBA in International Maritime Management from Southampton Solent University and brings over fifteen years of broad, hands-on experience across multiple maritime sectors. His expertise spans QHSSE standards, complex marine operations, and strategic team leadership.
 
On his new role, Busayo commented, "I am honoured to join Harwich Haven Authority and look forward to the opportunity to collaborate closely with the team in upholding the highest standards of navigation and operational efficiency, supporting our shared vision of enhancing safe, efficient navigation and strengthening marine operations within our harbour. Together, I am confident we can build on the Authority's legacy and drive continued innovation in service to our maritime community."
 
William Barker, Marine Director (Harbour Master) said, “We are thrilled to welcome Busayo to the Harwich Haven team. With an impressive background in both complex harbour operations and extensive experience at sea as a Master, Busayo brings invaluable expertise to the role leading the team coordinating safe, efficient, and sustainable marine operations. We look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly make and wish him every success in this important new role.”
 
Harwich Haven Authority currently employs 128 people and has jurisdiction over the 150 square nautical miles of the Haven. For current vacancies visit www.hha.co.uk/about/careers.