The Port CEOs Group has appointed Ian Bonnar as its Executive Director, supporting the Group’s role as a coordinated and constructive industry voice on national policy, regulatory and infrastructure matters.
The Port CEOs Group brings together the chief executives of New Zealand’s major ports as a forum for collaboration, policy engagement and strategic discussion on issues of national significance affecting the port system. The Group focuses on sector-wide perspective and constructive dialogue with Government and central agencies, while recognising the diversity of commercial environments across individual ports.
Ian brings extensive senior-level experience across leadership, public policy engagement and complex stakeholder environments, including executive leadership roles within major infrastructure providers, senior roles within Government and strategic consultancy.
Port CEOs Group Chair Graeme Sumner also thanked outgoing Executive Director Charles Finny for his service and contribution to the Group:
“Charles has played an important role in supporting coordination across the sector and in strengthening engagement with Government and policy agencies. The Group is grateful for his work and the experience he has brought to the role.”
The Chair said Ian’s appointment would support continuity of constructive and balanced sector representation:
“The Group exists to provide a clear, informed and nationally focused voice on issues affecting the port system. Ian brings strong relationship capability, a thoughtful and pragmatic approach, and significant experience working across complex public and stakeholder environments.”
Ian said he was looking forward to working with members and key partners:
“New Zealand’s ports play a critical role in the resilience, economic wellbeing and connectivity of the country. My focus will be on constructive, policy-level engagement, supporting thoughtful dialogue with Government and stakeholders, and helping ensure the sector’s perspective is well understood.”
