GARY HALL

Chief Commercial Officer, Port of Belfast

Gary Hall is the Port Commercial Executive at Belfast Harbour, where he plays a key role in driving growth across the port’s cruise and wider commercial activities. Since joining the Harbour in 2020, Gary has been instrumental in strengthening relationships with cruise line partners, supporting business development, and contributing to the continued growth of Belfast as a cruise destination. More recently, he has been closely involved in the expansion of turnaround operations, helping position Belfast as an increasingly attractive port of call and turnaround hub. 

Gary brings over 25 years’ experience in the maritime and port sector, having previously held roles including Operations Shift Manager with Stena Line and Ships Agent with Hamilton Shipping.

In addition to his role at Belfast Harbour, Gary is Company Secretary of Cruise Ireland, a member of the Steering Committee for Cruise Britain, and a City Ambassador with Visit Belfast, reflecting his active contribution to the development and promotion of cruise tourism across the UK and Ireland.