Thu 22 Jan 2015, 11:01 GMT

Glander International Bunkering expands Dubai team


Bunker firm says new appointment provides it with 'strong unique positioning in the Nordic regions'.



Glander International Bunkering, has announced the appointment of Andreas Nektheden Johansen [pictured] to its Dubai office as bunker and lubricant trader.

In an emailed statement, the company said: "To meet the growing demands of our esteemed clients, Glander International Bunkering is hiring experienced traders and Andreas has many years of experience in the shipping industry as both a trader in operations and commercial. London and Dubai have been his bases and he has supplied predominantly to the Middle East and Scandinavia. Being Fluent in English and Norwegian gives Andreas strong unique positioning in the Nordic regions."

Johansen previously worked for KPI Bridge Oil in London as a bunker trader between September 2009 and July 2010. After that, he worked in the distribution of Apple accessories in Norway and, later, for Wagle Chartering AS as an assistant broker and for Geodis Wilson as a shipping supervisor. He is also a past employee of International Bunkering Middle East DMCC after joining the firm in February 2013.

Johansen has an honours degree in Maritime Business from Southampton Solent University.

Commenting on the appointment, Christoffer Berg Lassen, managing director and CEO of Glander International Bunkering, said: "Glander International Bunkering's rapid growth and expansion can not be possible without strong team members who hold commitment and pride. These attributes are evident in Andreas, in addition, his reliability and wide understanding of the markets makes him a core member of the Glander International Bunkering team."

Contact details for Andreas Johansen have been provided below.

Andreas Nektheden Johansen
Bunker and lubricant trader

Office: +971 4 437 1700
Mobile: +971 56 4144 751
Email: ajo@gibunkering.com

Please find below the contact details for Glander International Bunkering in Dubai.

Glander International Bunkering DMCC
Telephone: +971 4 437 1700
Fax: +971 4 428 1560
Email: bunkers@gibunkering.com
Website: www.gibunkering.com


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