The Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA), Board of Directors announced the appointment of Dr. Eric Lewa Katana as the Director/Chief Executive Officer effective 12th February 2024.
Dr. Katana is a seasoned maritime administrator with demonstrated distinguished service in the sector. Prior to this appointment, he was serving as the Principal, Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA)-Mombasa Campus where he is credited with implementing several high-impact and turnaround strategies for the institution.
He previously worked at the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) where he served in various capacities rising through the ranks to the position of Principal Port Logistics Officer.
Dr. Katana holds a Bachelor of Science (Honors) Degree from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), a Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of Nairobi, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration from JKUAT and a Diploma in Business Management from the Kenya Institute of Management. He has undertaken various courses on maritime, transport and logistics both locally and internationally.
The board congratulates Dr. Katana and is confident that his diverse experience and visionary leadership will be instrumental in achieving BMA’s strategic goals.
The Board extends its sincere gratitude to the outgoing acting CEO Mr. Francis Muraya for his outstanding leadership during his tenure.
With Dr. Katana’s leadership, we look forward to a period of steady and innovative progressive growth in Kenya’s maritime training sector.
