Thu 18 Dec 2025, 07:35 GMT | Updated: Thu 18 Dec 2025, 08:59 GMT | Evangelia Fragouli

Dan-Bunkering appoints Charles Simon Edwin as operations and compliance manager in Singapore


Edwin transitions from sourcing role, bringing experience from physical supply operations and bunker trading.


Charles Simon Edwin, Dan-Bunkering.
Dan-Bunkering leverages internal talent to strengthen operations in Singapore hub. Pictured: Charles Simon Edwin, Operations and Compliance Manager at Dan-Bunkering. Image credit: Dan-Bunkering

Dan-Bunkering has appointed Charles Simon Edwin as operations and compliance manager at its Singapore office, with the appointment confirmed on 17 December.

Edwin moves into the role from a sourcing position within the company, where he was involved in physical supply activities and operational execution. He has also previously worked as a bunker trader within the Bunker Holding Group, gaining experience across commercial trading and customer engagement.

Dan-Bunkering said the appointment reflects its focus on drawing on internal expertise to support operational development and service consistency. The company added that Edwin’s combined background in sourcing, operations and client-facing roles will support closer collaboration and more effective delivery for customers.

Jarle Aakermann, Managing Director of Dan-Bunkering APAC, said, "We are thrilled to welcome Charles to the team, where he is already bringing added client value and helping customers achieve optimal fuelling solutions."

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Middelfart, Denmark, Dan-Bunkering is a trader of marine fuels and lubricants with 13 offices worldwide. The company forms part of Bunker Holding Group, the world's largest seller of marine fuels. Other bunker companies under the Bunker Holding umbrella include Bunker One, Glander International Bunkering, KPI OceanConnect, and Unioil Supply.

Bunker Holding is owned by United Shipping & Trading Company (USTC), a family-owned group of businesses controlled by Torben Østergaard-Nielsen and his two daughters, Nina Østergaard Borris and Mia Østergaard Rechnitzer. Other USTC companies include CM Biomass Partners, Global Risk Management, SDK FREJA, Uni-Tankers and Unit IT.



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