Fri 5 Sep 2025, 13:31 GMT | Updated: Fri 5 Sep 2025, 13:34 GMT

Nordic Energy Partners expands to Singapore with new operations hire


Marine fuel trader appoints Bernard Cheah as operations executive in Asia-Pacific expansion move.


Nordic Energy Partners logo.
Nordic Energy Partners strengthens its Asia-Pacific presence with the appointment of an experienced operations executive in Singapore. Image credit: Nordic Energy Partners A/S

Nordic Energy Partners A/S has expanded its operations to Singapore with the appointment of Bernard Cheah as operations executive and sales supporter, the company announced.

Cheah brings nine years of industry experience to the role, having most recently worked as operations executive at Cockett Marine, BP Singapore, Maxwell Ship Management, and Ocean Tankers. He also spent one year as a surveyor for SGS Testing and Control Services in Singapore.

The appointment marks Nordic Energy Partners' establishment of a local presence in Singapore as part of its expansion into the Asia-Pacific region. The company said it aims to serve clients and partners in the region more closely through this move.

Nordic Energy Partners is a marine fuel trading company based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Singapore office represents the company's first expansion into the Asian market.



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