Confirmed results from North Carolina
Industry veteran Doug Vogt joins the North Carolina State Ports Authority as its next COO. He brings over 20 years of port and terminal operations experience to NC Ports, most recently serving as VP of operations, equipment and maintenance for Tropical Shipping in Riviera Beach, FL.
Vogt will use his experience to improve operational excellence at the sea ports of Wilmington and Morehead City as well as Charlotte Inland Port. Specifically, he will direct and coordinate the activities of all terminal operations. He will also oversee the implementation of the infrastructure investment plan.
Vogt will officially assume the role of CCO on 16 November 2020 as his predecessor, deputy executive director Brian Clark continues to transition into the top leadership position effective 1 January 2021. (amh)