The US Port of Long Beach has named Duane Kenagy as its interim chief executive following the recent departure of previous CEO Jon Slangerup.

Kenagy currently serves as the port’s capital programs executive, overseeing nearly $4.5bn in construction and improvement projects.

“Duane will lead the Port of Long Beach on a steady path forward as the search begins for a permanent chief executive,” said Lori Ann Guzmán, president of the Board of Harbor Commissioners.

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