Professional profile
Mulbah Gayku Gwesa, Sr. is a seasoned port professional and maritime specialist with over 15 years of experience in port operations, engineering, infrastructure development, and management. Throughout his career with the National Port Authority (NPA) of Liberia, he has served in several key technical and managerial capacities, contributing to the development and operational efficiency of Liberia’s port sector.
Mr. Gwesa has held positions including Manager of the Information Technology Department, Associate Director for Technical Services, and Senior Engineer. He currently serves as Executive Director for Ports and Harbors, where he provides leadership and technical oversight of port and harbor operations and related maritime infrastructure.
He holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Coastal Engineering and Port Development from the IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, Delft, Netherlands, and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Marine Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Regional Maritime University (RMU), Ghana.
In addition to his academic qualifications, Mr. Gwesa has undertaken several specialized professional trainings in port engineering, maritime infrastructure, port operations, and management. Among his notable professional accomplishments is an Honor Diploma in Port Senior Management Training from the Galilee College, Israel.
With a strong combination of engineering expertise, port operations experience, and managerial leadership, Mr. Gwesa has developed extensive knowledge of port infrastructure, maritime operations, coastal engineering, and the strategic management of port facilities. His career reflects a sustained commitment to strengthening Liberia's maritime and port infrastructure and advancing the country's position within the regional maritime sector.
