Wed 30 Oct 2013, 22:52 GMT

International Bunkering acquires Glander International


Newly named business, Glander International Bunkering, will be headed by Christoffer Berg Lassen.



Marine fuels and lubricants trading company, International Bunkering, has announced the acquisition of US-based bunker broking firm Glander International.

As part of the acquisition process, the business will be named Glander International Bunkering from November 1, 2013.

Commenting on the news, Christoffer Berg Lassen [pictured], Managing Director and CEO of Glander International Bunkering, said: "There are significant synergies connecting both companies, and this acquisition will reinforce Glander International Bunkering’s global operations. Jointly, the two companies' financial power, heritage and expertise will benefit our customers, through the positive union that this acquisition will bring. Clients will enjoy access to more in-depth knowledge, greater engagement with all major time zones and round-the-clock availability of Glander International Bunkering's expert brokers and traders."

"Glander International Bunkering will remain committed to assisting customers with purchasing the highest quality products in a cost-effective manner," the company added.

As a result of the acquisition, Glander International Bunkering will have offices in Dubai, Singapore, Mumbai and Florida.

"We are happy to welcome both our current and prospective clients to our new company, Glander International Bunkering. The two companies have complementary strengths which we will utilize to benefit all our customers. We are also excited to continue our mission of providing high service standards and further strengthening our global presence. The integration and expansion of these two well-known brands will only further consolidate our name as one of the leading bunker trading and brokering firms in the world," said Lassen.

Contact details for Glander International Bunkering's four office locations have been provided below.

Dubai

Glander International Bunkering DMCC
Office 3606, 3607 & 3608
Liwa Heights
Jumeirah Lakes Towers
P.O. Box 283933
Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Tel: +971 4 437 1700
Fax: +971 4 428 1560
Email: bunkers@gibunkering.com

Singapore

Glander International Bunkering Pte. Ltd.
Unit #16-06
Keppel Bay Tower
1 Harbourfront Avenue
Singapore 098632

Tel: +65 6275 8861
Fax: +65 6275 8869
Email: bunkers@gibunkering.com

Mumbai

Mumbai Liaison Office of Glander International Bunkering DMCC
Platinum Technopark
Office 301
Sector 30A
Vashi
Navi Mumbai - 400 705
India

Tel: +91 22 6187 0000
Fax: +91 22 6187 0009
Email: bunkers@gibunkering.com

Florida

Glander International Bunkering Inc.
2401 PGA Blvd
Suite 236
Palm Beach Gardens
FL 33410
USA

Tel: +1 561 625 5500
Fax: +1 561 625 5525
Email: bunkers@gibunkering.com


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