THE Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) officially launched its Shanghai Centre office on February 25 in Shanghai, in conjunction with a forum of senior leadership.
This is the first time that an international shipping organisation set up office in Shanghai. Bimco's presence is bound to enhance Shanghai's status as a global shipping centre, enabling it to have more say in the world industry, said Xinhua.
BIMCO's press release said Wei Zhuang, who has been with the BIMCO Secretariat in Copenhagen for some years, has been promoted to head the new BIMCO Shanghai Centre.
BIMCO said the new office in China will enhance communication with Chinese members and other stakeholders and facilitate timely access to the association's services, including advice on a wide spectrum of issues including operational, legal, technical, security and educational information.
Torben Skaanild, secretary general and CEO of BIMCO, who attended Shanghai inauguration pointed out, "The establishment of BIMCO Shanghai Centre is a milestone for BIMCO, but a natural development considering the growth in Chinese shipping and the close ties that have existed between the Chinese shipping community and BIMCO for many years."
Shanghai Mayor Yang Xiong, pointed out that the establishment of BIMCO's Shanghai Centre would further stimulate a mutually beneficial dialogue with the Chinese shipping community as part of the process of Shanghai's ambitious plans as an international shipping centre.
SHIPPING NEWS
28 February 2013 - 17:47
BIMCO opens in Shanghai to enhance relations with Chinese stakeholders
THE Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) officially launched its Shanghai Centre office on February 25 in Shanghai, in conjunction with a forum of senior leadership.
SHIPPING NEWS
28 February 2013 - 17:47
BIMCO opens in Shanghai to enhance relations with Chinese stakeholders
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