About Us

Douglas Smith, CEO of DP World’s operations in Canada, has nearly 30 years of industry expertise backed by a distinguished career in international trade, shipping, and logistics. Smith began his career with Sealand Service, Inc. and has held key positions at Maersk, APM Terminals, and Global Ports Management, which have taken him to 17 different locations across six countries and three continents. Most recently, he served as Joint President and CEO of Mundra and Tuna Ports at Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone in Mundra, India.

As Chief Operating Officer Gerard brings with him a vast wealth of experience and knowledge in international transportation and container terminal management.  Prior to joining DP World (Canada) Inc.,  Gerard was CEO DP World Sokhna Terminal and GM DP World Egypt, where he began the introduction of Logistics services.  Gerard has held various senior management roles within DP World, including Regional Director Operations America. He has worked in multiple terminals around the globe, such as Vietnam, the USA,  South Korea, and Peru – where he grew the DP World Callao to a 1.4M TEU and added the second port of Paita.  

Ryan Uy has diverse experience in the areas of business strategy, organizational growth, and mergers and acquisitions. He has dealt with both shipping lines and container leasing management companies, during his tenure as a Chartered Accountant. Ryan was also a key member of the KPMG team advising and working with DP World during its acquisition of the Prince Rupert Fairview Terminal.

Kim has extensive experience in strategic Human Resources management at senior levels in various organizations, including the maritime industry. During her career she has a proven track record of making impact, driving results, and realizing strategy in high growth, diverse and ever changing dynamic environments.

Angela joined DP World (Canada) in 2014 as Manager, Marketing and Communications and is responsible for leading the company’s internal and external communications, marketing and corporate responsibility initiatives.  She brings over 12 years of marketing and business development experience in the renewable energy, engineering/construction, healthcare and technology sectors.

Lauren is a certified Health and Safety professional with 16 years of experience in both the healthcare and construction sectors. Prior to her role at DP World Canada, Lauren was a senior leader at a global building materials company. Her background in heavy construction, mining, manufacturing and transportation will be a transferable asset to the logistics business on the waterfront.

Tabare has a wealth of experience with over 20 years in commercial positions within the liner shipping, ports and logistics industries. He started his career in Uruguay working for leading companies in the South American logistic sector. In 2006, Tabare joined DP World to head the commercial development at the port of Tilbury. At the end of 2009 Tabare joined DP World London Gateway where he was responsible for the port’s commercial development, before joining DP World Canada in January 2016.

Robert Parker is a results-driven senior logistics professional with over 27 years of experience. He has an extensive background in supply chain management, global logistics, manufacturing support and has focused much of his career on servicing international transportation needs. Robert joined DP World Canada in April 2021. In his role, he’s led all aspects of DP World’s logistics services in Canada since its inception, including setting up its structure and overseeing its growth.

Joel Werner has more than 17 years of experience in the design, maintenance and reliability of port, mining and industrial assets. He has spent the last 12 years in the port industry, managing equipment acquisitions, terminal expansions, improving equipment performance and maintenance processes. Since joining DP World Canada in 2005, he has held several positions of increasing responsibility.  Joel was appointed Director, Engineering & Projects in 2018.