APM Terminals worldwide has been acclaimed Port Operator of the Year by Lloyd’s List an international magazine of repute in the maritime sector at its Global Awards held on September 8.
Mr Dick Mitchell Group CCO said that "It is a very proud day for all of us who are part of APM Terminals. In a very difficult global economic environment which has affected our industry quite harshly, we are still able to provide our customers with the highest caliber of service. That is a true testimony of the teamwork and dedication of every member of our organization.”
The APM Terminals senior management executives received the award at a glittering ceremony in the presence of customers, financial institutions and industry journalists.
The Lloyd’s List judges selected APM Terminals based on how it continued to expand its portfolio of terminals at a time of tough economic conditions.
Other nominees in contention for the Port Operator of the Year award were Philippine-based terminal operator International Container Terminal Service, Inc the Port of Valencia and VISET Malta. This is the second time that APM Terminals has bagged this award.
Group company Maersk Line was the winner of the Safety at Sea award and ‘Captain of the Year’ award went to Captain Richard Philips for his bravery on the Maersk Alabama.
Port Pipavav is a subsidiary of APM Terminals in India. APM Terminals took over the management and operations of the port in 2005. It has 54% shareholding in the company and has invested INR 1,100 crore to modernize the port. The Port has been growing steadily in terms of output, customer reach and service capability. It is poised to become an important gateway port in North West India.
(Sourced from Exim News Service)
