Mark McAndrews
Commissioner
Port Director, Retired, Port of Pascagoula
Mr. McAndrews, while now retired, served as the Port Director in Pascagoula, Mississippi from March 2001 to June 2023. His maritime career spans over 40 years of service involving both public and private sector experience and specializing in stevedoring/maritime terminals, marine operations, and public port administration. Mr. McAndrews graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Transportation. He’s also recognized as a U.S. Coast Guard licensed Merchant Marine Officer and retired as Captain in the Navy Reserve. Mr. McAndrews currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Mississippi Ports Council and has previously served in a multitude of roles throughout his maritime career, including: