Three New Executives Join Lyman-Morse

Lyman-Morse has beefed up its leadership ranks with three new executives for its facilities in Thomaston and Camden, Maine. The move comes as the company continues to expand into advanced composites, fabrication and technologies. 

Ron Lone has been named vice president of Marine Operations and will lead the company’s Marine Group, which includes boatbuilding, yacht services, work boats, brokerage, and marina operations in both towns. Lone, who had a 25-year career in business law, most recently served as COO of a private investment company that specialized in private aviation, airport services, and fuel recycling and refining. He’s lifelong Pacific Northwest boater, who relocated from Seattle to Camden with his wife in 2024. 

Peter Orne joins the company as chief financial officer and will also oversee human resources, risk management, technology and facilities. He has more than 30 years’ experience in finance, including as a derivatives and stock specialist on the American Stock Exchange, CFO for Swans Island Blankets, and conducting business assessments for the Maine Venture Fund. Most recently he was CFO and COO for two local school systems. He also owned and operated Aegis Bicycles, a carbon-fiber bicycle manufacturer, and is treasurer of the Sail, Power and Steam Museum in Rockland. 

Mark Higgins, a Maine Maritime Academy graduate has been named general manager of operations in Camden. He holds a degree in marine engineering, and has held leadership positions at General Dynamics, American Overseas Marine, and the Maine State Ferry Service, among other posts. He was most recently COO of the Steamship Authority. “These strategic hires represent Lyman-Morse’s dedication to assembling the best team to drive our continued success,” said Drew Lyman, president of Lyman-Morse. “Each of these leaders brings unique experience and vision that will strengthen our company and reinforce our reputation as an industry leader.”

Pictured above, left to right, are Mark Higgins, Peter Orne, and Ron Lone.