Cato Davies is a recognized leader in workforce optimization for ports and complex industrial environments. Through collaboration with ABP, Bristol Port, PD Ports, Port of Dover, Port of Tyne, and DP World during the Athena design process, Cato has driven innovation in port operations. As a regular speaker at the Society of Maritime Industries and Port Skills and Safety, and a participant in leading port accelerators such as PortXL and Plug and Play, Cato has contributed to industry transformation.

Cato’s expertise centers on increasing output and port competitiveness through smarter scheduling, enhancing safety, and balancing operational priorities with workforce well-being. By building resilient and efficient port operations, Cato has helped ports achieve significant improvements in productivity and safety.

Under Cato’s leadership, Ensemble Analytics has transformed workforce scheduling with its flagship product, Athena. Now fully deployed with the UK’s largest port operator and expanding nationwide, Ensemble has delivered increased output, improved safety, and cost efficiencies, establishing itself as a trusted partner in ports and logistics.