14 Oct 2025
GPH Acts as “Global Local” Involving America’s Cruise Industry
Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s largest cruise port operator, often describes itself as a “global local.” Its approach, according to Michael Maura, regional director Americas and general manager of Nassau Cruise Port, allows the company to reap the benefits
15 Aug 2025
Tackling the Unknown: GPH’s Top Lawyer is Planning for the Next Challenge
At Global Ports Holding, legal strategy is not just about compliance—it’s about foresight, adaptability, and cultural understanding. Chief Legal Officer Dr. Ece Gürsoy recently shared her perspective with The Lawyer on what it means to lead a global legal function in one of the most dynamic industries in the world.
01 Aug 2025
Q&A with Stephen Xuereb, COO, Global Ports Holding
The new cruise terminals at Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, inaugurated in 2025, reflect GPH’s commitment to sustainable and passenger-centric design. Both terminals feature modern
07 May 2025
The Future is Bright for Liverpool Cruise Port
John Mawer of Global Ports Holding says the city of Liverpool is well equipped to handle a growing number of cruise tourists.
29 Mar 2025
GPH: Key Legal Challenges in Cruise Port Operations
Global Ports Holding’s General Counsel discusses key legal challenges in cruise port operations. The activities carried out by Global Ports Holding are extremely broad and complex, spanning multiple and diverse areas of
27 Mar 2025
How Global Ports Holding is Future-Proofing Its Ports
In an interview with Cruise & Ferry Review, Global Ports Holding CFO Jan Fomferra discusses how the company is investing in infrastructure and modernisation
11 Oct 2024
GPH on Ramping up Global Presence and Ambitions for Luxury Concierge Service
Global Ports Holding will focus on developing cruise ports in key regions around the world and improving safety, security, and ESG standards, the company’s chairman and CEO Mehmet Kutman told Seatrade Cruise – before hinting at the rollout of a ‘white glove’ concierge service for luxury cruise lines’ passengers.
02 Sep 2024
Preparing Western Mediterranean Ports for Future Growth: Javier Rodriguez Sanchez
Javier Rodriguez Sanchez shares with Laura Hyde how Global Ports Holdings is preparing its Western Mediterranean ports for the predicted increase in global cruise passenger numbers.
05 Aug 2024
Global Ports Holding Set to Go Private In Strategic Move
Global Ports Holding (GPH) will soon become a private company, delisting from the London Stock Exchange. Chairman and CEO Mehmet Kutman described the move as a strategic which he said was in the best interest of the company, and also added that he is fully committed to keep the company closely held and family owned from this point on.