MEDIA

17 Jul 2026

Global Ports Holding Promotes Clarivette Diaz to Regional Director, Latin America

Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world's largest independent cruise port operator, is pleased to announce the promotion of Clarivette Diaz to the role of Regional Director, Latin America (LATAM), effective 1 July 2026. Clarivette will continue to serve as General Manager of San Juan Cruise Port while taking on expanded regional responsibilities that will support GPH's continued growth across Latin America.

In her new role, Clarivette will lead GPH's strategic growth initiatives with an initial focus on Mexico while supporting the company's broader expansion across Spanish-speaking markets in the region. Working closely with GPH's Americas leadership team, she will help strengthen relationships with cruise lines, government authorities and industry stakeholders as GPH continues to expand its presence throughout Latin America.

Clarivette has more than 17 years of experience in the maritime and logistics sectors. She began her career with Tropical Shipping in 2008, progressing through a series of leadership positions before being appointed Island Manager for the Port of San Juan. In 2023, she joined Puerto Rico Terminals, an affiliate of Tropical Shipping, as General Manager before joining Global Ports Holding as General Manager of San Juan Cruise Port in November 2024.

Since joining GPH, Clarivette has played a key role in strengthening San Juan Cruise Port's operations, building strong partnerships with local stakeholders and contributing to the continued success of GPH's Americas portfolio.

Mike Maura, Jr. Regional Director, Americas, Global Ports Holding, said:

"Clarivette has demonstrated outstanding leadership, commercial vision and an exceptional ability to build strong partnerships across both the public and private sectors. Her promotion reflects not only her achievements in San Juan but also the confidence we have in her ability to help drive GPH's continued growth across Latin America. As we continue to strengthen our presence across the Americas, her leadership will play an important role in supporting our strategic priorities across the region."

Clarivette Diaz, Regional Director, Latin America and General Manager of San Juan Cruise Port, said:

"I am honoured to take on this new responsibility at such an exciting time for Global Ports Holding. Latin America presents significant opportunities for sustainable growth, and I look forward to working with our teams, cruise line partners and local stakeholders to build on GPH's success, strengthen our regional presence and help unlock new opportunities for cruise tourism throughout Latin America."

In her expanded role, Clarivette will continue to lead San Juan Cruise Port while supporting Global Ports Holding's long-term growth ambitions across Latin America through close collaboration with cruise lines, government authorities and regional stakeholders.