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Profile summary
George has over 15 years of expertise in ports, shipping, and logistics. Currently a Lecturer in Business Strategy and Operations, he holds advanced degrees in Transport Economics and Management from Shanghai Maritime University, Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Cranfield University, and Ports and Shipping Administration from the Regional Maritime University. George's professional journey includes pivotal roles such as Dean of the Faculty of Maritime Studies and Coordinator of Graduate Studies at the Regional Maritime University, as well as a Research Fellow at Stellenbosch University. His research interests include port development, operations and management, maritime governance and security, maritime policy and supply chain management.
George is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and a member of the International Association of Maritime Economists. He has contributed to various boards and committees influencing national transport policies and educational strategies. His teaching experience is complemented by a strong focus on curriculum development, and student mentorship.
Professional memberships
Chartered Member - Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Member - International Association of Maritime Economists
Roles on external bodies
External Examiner - University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
Research Fellow - Stellenbosch University, South Africa
Supervised research degrees
Teaching interests
- Ports and Intermodalism
- Global Logistics Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Supply Chain Risk and Maritime Security
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- International Supply Chain Management
Additional information
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Academic qualifications
17 Business and management, Doctorate, Traffic and Transport Economics and Management
2013 → 2016
Award Date: 8 Oct 2016
17 Business and management, Other higher degree (e.g. Masters degree), Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Cranfield University
2010 → 2011
Award Date: 1 Jun 2011
17 Business and management, First Degree, Ports and Shipping Administration, Regional Maritime University
2004 → 2008
Award Date: 1 Jun 2008
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PEPP II: Port Effectiveness and Public Private Cooperation for Competitiveness
Hansen, A. S. (PI - Principal Investigator), Aryee, J. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Acheampong, G. (PI - Principal Investigator), Nicolaisen, M. A. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Fiador, V. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Yeboah-Banin, A. (CoI - Co-Investigator) & VanDyck, G. (PI - Principal Investigator)
1/03/22 → 31/03/25
Project: Research
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Port of Tilbury Skills Accelerator and Innovation initiative
Hunter, L. (PI - Principal Investigator), VanDyck, G. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Nwoko, C. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Roh, S. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Tang, L. (CoI - Co-Investigator) & Siu, B. (CoI - Co-Investigator)
23/09/24 → 31/05/25
Project: Consultancy
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Thames Freeport - AI-Led curriculum development and delivery for skills accelerator
Hunter, L. (PI - Principal Investigator), Nwoko, C. (CoI - Co-Investigator), VanDyck, G. (CoI - Co-Investigator) & Chatterjee, R. S. (CoI - Co-Investigator)
6/10/25 → …
Project: Consultancy
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Agglomeration dynamics and firm typologies in African port-industrial clusters: Evidence from the port of Tema, Ghana
vanDyck, G. K., Aryee, J., Acheampong, G. & Hansen, A. S., Feb 2026, In: Journal of Transport Geography. 131, 104548.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Contingent value of coopetition in business clusters from a resource-based view: A moderated-mediation model
VanDyck, G., Siaw, C. A., Aryee, J., Bhaskar, S., Nwoko, C. & Govind, R., Jan 2026, In: Industrial Marketing Management. 132, p. 198-213 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Innovative Solutions to Reduce Post-Harvest Losses in Local Markets in Ghana: Opportunities and Challenges for Young Entrepreneurs
vanDyck, G. K., Bell, R. J. & Akpakia, C. L. A., Jan 2025, Developing University Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Sub-Saharan Africa. World ScientificResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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The effect of co-opetition on the relationship between co-production and value co-creation in business systems
Siaw, C. A., Aryee, J. & VanDyck, G., 6 Sept 2024.Research output: Contribution to conference › Conference paper (not formally published) › peer-review
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The Effects of Supply Chain Disruptions on Logistics Service Providers: Evidence from Ghana during the COVID-19 pandemic
Abakah, E. K., Kwame, E. & VanDyck, G. K., 2024, In: International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management. 1, 1Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Prizes
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Best Developmental Paper Award (BAM Conference)
Siaw, C. A. (Recipient), Aryee, J. (Recipient) & VanDyck, G. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize / award
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Media stories
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Building an Industry 5 Ready Port: Thames Freeport Skills Programme Delivers Strong Results
Siu, B., Hunter, L., Nwoko, C., VanDyck, G., Childe, S., Morton, A., Roh, S. & Tang, L.
15/12/25
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