Asian Success – Maersk Wins Double Awards at Asia Logistics Awards 2004
Maersk Sealand and Maersk Logistics wins “Shipping Line of the Year” and “Lead Logistics Provider of the Year”, respectively, at the gala held in Kuala Lumpur 7 October 2004
Singapore, 8 October 2004. Readers of the Lloyd’s Freight Transport Buyer Asia named Maersk Sealand “Shipping Line of the Year” for the third consecutive year and Maersk Logistics the “Lead Logistics Provider of the Year” at the 3rd Asia Logistics Awards Gala Dinner 2004 held on 7 October 2004 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Lloyd’s Freight Transport Buyer Asia’s annual event highlights Asia’s top performing logistics and supply chain players. Readers of the Informa Group’ magazines and an independent panel of judges choose the nominees and final award winners.
‘We are very excited to receive these awards,’ says Mr. Thomas O. Jorgensen, Chief Executive Officer, South East Asia.
‘The awards bear testimony to our strong commitment to our customers and business partners in Asia and the awards are a much appreciated recognition from industry professionals. In an increasingly global and challenging business environment, and with the growing markets, we strive to offer our customers reliable, yet innovative solutions that help in opening up for new business opportunities while at the same time optimising our customers’ transportation and logistics processes at the same time.’
Mr. Jorgensen adds: ‘I would like to dedicate these awards to our employees as an acknowledgment of their outstanding efforts and hard work.’
Maersk Sealand is one of the largest liner shipping companies in the world, serving customers globally. More than 300 container vessels and 950,000 containers ensure a reliable and comprehensive worldwide coverage. Maersk Sealand’s feeder vessels, trucks and dedicated trains offer a unique and intricate network of door-to-door services.
Maersk Logistics is a recognised leader in the international logistics market, providing customised solutions for integrated supply chain management, warehousing and distribution, and sea and airfreight transport. Maersk Logistics employs over 4,500 people in over 200 offices in more than 70 countries.
Both entities are part of the A.P. Moller – Maersk Group, which has more than 60,000 employees in more than 125 countries around the world. Besides shipping and logistics, the A.P. Moller - Maersk Group is engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas, shipbuilding, aviation, industry, and supermarkets.
For further information, please refer to the Maersk Sealand website www.maersksealand.com and the Maersk Logistics website www.maersklogistics.com or contact: Mr. Mikkel Laursen, General Manager, South East Asia Marketing, on phone +65 6318 3518.
