Tom Spina Consulting specializes in Marine, Port, and Maritime project development, operations, and revenue generation. Existing clients and projects extend from Alaska to Florida and throughout the Caribbean.
About
With projects ranging from cruise port development in the Caribbean to services and technology for transportation logistics, Tom’s portfolio is versatile and wide-ranging in scale and geography. His expertise in operational efficiency on land and sea has been demonstrated in his roles within the cruise industry, the U.S. Coast Guard, and his work both within and as a liaison for local and federal governments.
Ports & Destinations
With experience as a Port Director and as a cruise ship executive, Tom’s unique experience of being on “both sides of the table” assists all parties in improving the guest experience, enhancing operations, and improving profitability. By taking into account each unique local landscape we help to create a seamless operation that spurs true economic impact through proven strategic success while ensuring a greater direct and indirect economic impact in the port and on the region.
We also provide services including developing marketing materials, formulating strategies, and providing port & destination representation to the cruise ship industry.
Operations & Technology
A keen eye for breakthrough technology and an understanding of the high-growth potential in an on-demand market is a vital part of any port or company of any size in order to aim for a trajectory of significant growth. We help companies deliver substantial returns on investment with the primary goal of helping clients operate efficiently and to lead the future of Operations.
One such program, Busability, offers group transportation services with a touch of innovation and digitalization, ensuring the smoothest and most convenient booking experience possible. Our mission is to revolutionize the way buses are chartered, offering a comprehensive suite of services ranging from transfers, shuttles, and tours to wedding transportation, and sports team cross-country transportation all while providing the highest level of customer satisfaction. Tom serves as the President of Busability. To learn more, visit Busability’s website.
Shore Excursions
Tom’s experience in Shore Excursion Operations in ports is based on one simple goal in mind: ensuring that the guest experience is unforgettable!
To accomplish this, Tom’s unique array of clients in this segment of the industry are ones that leverage a considerable experience in order to deliver memories of a lifetime for guests and a seamless experience and operation for the client. Whether it’s seasonal or year-round, high volume or exclusive experiences, we help provide the highest quality tours by creating captivating, authentic experiences. We’ll help create, negotiate agreements, assist with training, and even assist during operations to ensure a deliverable that is top-notch.
Port Development
Consulting services that specialize in providing a full range of services necessary to deliver modern and efficient port terminals, from accommodating the latest generation of cruise ships to the efficient handling of cruise port operations, long-term berthing agreement negotiations, and revenue generation for ports.
We have experience encompassing the planning, construction, and operational supervision of cruise terminals with a philosophy of working closely with other partners to ensure a fully efficient and logistically sound operation.
Some of the key services include Berth sizing and layout for ports, Cruise Line long-term berthing agreements, Planning of onshore area uses, Equipment selection and layouts, Passenger embark/debark/security operations, and Environmental and Sustainability Options.
Terminal projects include these: Manhattan and Brooklyn, NY Cruise Ship Terminals; Port of Seward, AK; Grand Turk Onshore Development Ltd., Turks and Caicos Islands; Tampa Bay Real Estate Development Group, Tampa Bay, FL.
Clients
Alaska Railroad • Conway Scenic Railway • Royal Caribbean Group • Tampa Bay Real Estate Investment Co. • Fun Wine • Green Fire Suppression Systems • Grand Turk Onshore Development Corp. • Wherry Wellspring
Let’s work together.
Tom.Spina@tomspinaconsulting.com