A reshuffle at P&O Ferries will see passenger services director Simon Johnson leave the company.

He is expected to step down from his role with the UK company in late August, following an internal reorganisation by commercial director Janette Bell.

Johnson is presently responsible for the consumer business, marketing, onboard services and revenue management.

In a brief statement he said: “I feel privileged to have been the custodian of such a strong brand.

“I am very grateful to P&O Ferries for giving me fantastic opportunities to develop my career and I am very excited about the future.”