The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has announced the appointment of Sean Baxter as Harbour Master and Director of Marine Operations. In this role, he will oversee marine logistics and operations. Since joining the port authority in 2011 as an Operations Coordinator, Baxter has taken on progressively senior responsibilities within Marine Operations. He has been acting in this role since December 2023, leading key initiatives such as the Active Vessel Traffic Management program. Baxter’s academic credentials include a Master of Business Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University, a Bachelor of Maritime Studies from Memorial University, and a Nautical Sciences Diploma from BCIT. He also holds several marine certifications, including Un-Restricted Watchkeeping Mate, Chief Mate, Near Coastal, and Master, 500GT.
