Vancouver Fraser Port Authority Names Peter Xotta President & CEO

Peter Xotta has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, effective Monday, December 4, following a global executive search process facilitated by Korn Ferry.

“I am pleased that the Port of Vancouver—and all Canadians—will benefit from Peter’s leadership as president and CEO of the port authority that oversees Canada’s largest port,” said Cathy McLay, chair of the port authority board. “As an experienced transportation executive with a track record of collaboration and success, Peter will continue to advance Canada’s position as a global trading partner while honoring Indigenous peoples, protecting the environment and supporting local communities.”

Peter most recently served as vice president, operations and supply chain for the port authority, where he was responsible for land and marine operations, health, safety and security, and port and supply chain optimization activities.