Falmouth Harbour has appointed Nigel Tipple as its new Chair, following an open recruitment process. The appointment marks the completion of nine years of dedicated service by Mark Chanter, including six years as a Non-Executive Director and three as Chair.
Nigel’s career spans over 30 years working in senior executive and board level positions in both private and public sector organisations. His career has focused on supporting the economic and social regeneration of communities and business including CPR Regeneration in Cornwall and most recently as Chief Executive of Enterprise Oxfordshire. He relocated back to Cornwall with his wife in 2023 and has also joined the Board of Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change.
Under Mark Chanter’s leadership, Falmouth Harbour has strengthened its governance, championed the marine environment, delivered innovation across its services and improved engagement with local stakeholders and marine industries.
Chief Executive Miles Carden says, “Mark’s contribution has been outstanding. His leadership and integrity have guided us through a very challenging financial period and we have made real progress in the transformation for the Harbour.”
Mark Chanter adds, “It has been an honour to serve Falmouth Harbour and work with such committed people. The Harbour is in a strong position and I’m confident it will continue to thrive under new leadership.”
Nigel Tipple says, “I’m delighted to take on this role at such a pivotal time. Falmouth Harbour has a remarkable heritage and an exciting future – my focus will be on building on Mark’s legacy, strengthening partnerships and ensuring the Harbour continues to deliver value for our community and environment.”
Anna Jay, MD of Falmouth Harbour’s executive recruitment partner, Public Leaders Appointments, says, “It’s been a real pleasure to work with the Falmouth Harbour Board, CEO and team on this pivotal appointment. We’ve built a strong partnership over the years and I’m delighted to have supported them in finding a chair who will play such a key role in shaping the Harbour’s future.”
Falmouth Harbour operates as a statutory trust harbour, reinvesting all surplus into safety, sustainability and local benefit.
To find out more about the work of Falmouth Harbour, including its environment initiatives and career opportunities visit www.falmouthharbour.co.uk/
