Otto van der Westhuizen

Influential professional with 18+ years of experience across various areas of cruise industry with focus on safety, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and overall support of excellent guest experience. Skilled in working within diverse platforms, including aboard ships and with corporate offices – collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal implementation of policies and procedures in alignment with top quality standards. Equipped with strong background serving as primary liaison between vessel team and port, ensuring proper handling of administrative functions and presentation of documentation, manifests, certificates, and visas. Hands-on and motivational; providing team members with the support, mentoring, guidance, and resources to surpass objectives.