Logistics

Philip Bender appointed global project logistics director at Swift Marine

Philip Bender, a Virgin Voyages veteran with 18 years of cruise industry experience, will join Swift Marine as global project logistics director starting in September. In this newly established role, he will lead dry dock and newbuild logistics development, working with regional teams and strategic partners. Bender previously served as director of marine & technical procurement at Virgin Voyages for four years, and held technical purchasing positions at Windstar Cruises, Lindblad Expeditions, Holland America Line and Crystal.