Matt Grimes
About Matt Grimes
Matt Grimes is the Vice President of Maritime Operations at Viking Cruises in Basel, Switzerland, with over two decades of experience in the cruise industry.
Title and Current Position
Matt Grimes currently serves as Vice President, Maritime Operations at Viking Cruises, based in the Basel Area of Switzerland. In this role, he oversees the maritime operations of the company, ensuring the smooth running of the cruise line's fleet and related activities.
Previous Roles at Viking Cruises
Before his current position, Matt Grimes held multiple roles at Viking Cruises over the span of eight years. He served as Executive Director, Itinerary Development, Nautical & Technical Operations from 2014 to 2020 and as a Consultant from 2012 to 2014. In these roles, he contributed significantly to itinerary development and the technical aspects of cruise operations.
Experience at Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines
Matt Grimes spent five years at Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines Limited as Director, Planning, Ports & Logistics. Located in Ipswich, United Kingdom, he focused on strategic planning, port coordination, and logistics, further solidifying his expertise in this field from 2007 to 2012.
Roles in Other Cruise Lines
Prior to his tenure at Fred.Olsen, Matt Grimes worked at Swan Hellenic Cruises, Carnival UK as Head of Planning & Operations from 2003 to 2007 and at Carnival Australia as Market Planning & Communications Analyst from 2001 to 2003. He began his career as Senior Assistant Purser at P&O Cruises for one year in a seagoing capacity.
Education and Academic Background
Matt Grimes completed a degree in Business Studies and Marketing at the University of Brighton, from 1997 to 2000. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his extensive career in various planning and operational roles within the cruise industry.
International Experience in the Cruise Industry
Throughout his career, Matt Grimes has worked in multiple international locations, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and Switzerland. This diverse geographical experience has allowed him to gain unique insights and adapt to various operational environments within the cruise industry.