press release: Torfinn Gaupås appointed as new port director of karmsund port authority

January 2, 2025

Chairman of the Board of Directors of Karmsund Port Authority, John Erik Hagen, today welcomed Port Director Torfinn Gaupås on his first day in the exciting role of leading one of Norway’s largest port authorities.

“Karmsund Port Authority has experienced remarkable growth and development in recent years, and I look forward to the company’s continued progress. His knowledge and experience provide the best possible foundation for leading and further developing the Port Authority,” says Hagen.

Torfinn Gaupås brings extensive leadership experience from the maritime industry and is already familiar with Karmsund Port Authority through his previous role as Commercial Director.

“Karmsund Port Authority is an incredibly exciting company located in a strong maritime region that has experienced significant growth in recent years. I have truly been looking forward to this day, and it is a pleasure to be reunited with former colleagues. I am excited to take on the responsibility of contributing to the company’s continued development together with the organisation, our customers and partners,” says Port Director Torfinn Gaupås.