Seaspan Corporation announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Larry Simkins to its Board to replace Graham Porter, who has resigned as a Director of the company to focus on other personal and professional commitments. Following the company's 2017 Annual General Meeting, it is anticipated that the Board will expand from eight to nine members and will add David Sokol, a Director of WashCo and experienced executive, as a Director. Mr. Simkins currently serves as President, CEO and Director of the Washington Companies. Mr. Sokol currently sits on two corporate boards and is a member of the executive committee of the board of directors of the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans.