Gary Saunders has extensive experience in port operations and planning, currently serving as Vessel Planner and Projects at Napier Port since November 2015. Prior to this role, Gary held various positions at Peel Ports Group, including Planning Manager and Shift Manager, where responsibilities included managing vessel operations and ensuring efficient terminal operations at the Port of Liverpool Container Terminal and Royal Seaforth Container Terminal. Gary's earlier positions included Systems Controller at RSCT, where significant contributions were made to developing a multi-million-pound Terminal Operating System, and roles at Coastal Container Line Ltd focusing on quay activities and transport supervision. Gary holds a degree in Chemistry from the University of Liverpool, awarded in 1999.