29 October 2024
Port of Melbourne is pleased to welcome Debbie Goodin as the newly appointed independent Chair of the Board of Directors, effective 1 March 2025.
With more than 30 years of senior management experience in the public and private sectors, Ms Goodin has a proven track record of working in complex environments, with a demonstrated focus on corporate governance and commitment to environmental, social, and sustainability matters.
Her extensive experience across various industries, particularly in critical infrastructure – including the water, energy, and transport sectors – will help move Port of Melbourne forward through its next phase of growth and development.
Ms Goodin brings a long-term view of infrastructure development, complemented by a wealth of experience as an established director and chair across private, public, government-owned, and not-for-profit organisations.
"I am pleased to be joining Port of Melbourne as Chair. The Port is essential infrastructure that has wide-reaching economic and community impacts as well opportunities to positively impact the lives of Victorians and Australians. I am confident that, Port of Melbourne – working together with government and other stakeholders – can enhance Victoria's competitive position, promote economic prosperity, and support the liveability of Greater Melbourne," said Ms Goodin.
As part of this announcement, current Chair John Stanhope will step down from his role on 28 February 2025. Mr Stanhope was appointed to the role of inaugural Chair in 2016 – at the commencement of the Port's 50-year lease with the Victorian Government – and was instrumental in ensuring the success of the Port as it transitioned from government to privately leased.
During his tenure, Mr Stanhope oversaw the development of the first roadmap for the future of the Port, ensuring effective response to trade demand growth while bringing positive effects to the broader community. Port of Melbourne is grateful for his leadership and dedication, and wishes him all the best.
Ms Goodin will participate in Board meetings as an observer from October 2024, until she joins as Chair in March 2025.
Under Ms Goodin's leadership, Port of Melbourne looks forward to continuing to work with our stakeholders and the community in which we operate, enhancing supply chain efficiencies for the future needs of Victoria, while ensuring environmental and social responsibility.