Emirates Shipping Line nominated for three coveted industry awards during October 2007

The awards recognise top achievers with excellent performance in the maritime industry across the region.

Soon after the company's inception in 2006, Emirates Shipping Line has achieved solid business growth with eight services launched in 12 months providing a growth rate faster than the market and a widespread network spanning over 40 countries. 'We see an undeniable growth in the years ahead for the entire region in the Middle East, India and China,' said Mohamed El Alfy, Senior Vice President - Middle East, Africa and Mediterranean Region of Emirates Shipping Line.

'This region is also the core part of Emirates Shipping Line's strategy. Since our inception, we have launched 3 long haul weekly services focused on this area while continuing to review new opportunities in this area,' Mohamed El Alfy added. 'As around 90% of the world's trade is transported via shipping, our outlook for this part of the world continues to remain robust and optimistic.'

The Line's Senior Vice President of Marketing, Jamshed Safdar expressed gratification to the award nominations and commented, 'Prior to the 3 award nominations this year, we have already won the Best Emerging Company in both Asia Logistics Awards held in Singapore and the Lloyd's List Maritime Asia Awards held in Kuala Lumpur. The awards are testament of our customers' recognition to Emirates Shipping Line's high quality services in providing exceptional customer value, which aligns with our long-term commitment of the Line's vision and standing.'

Taking heed of the growing momentum of the booming maritime trade in the Middle East, Emirates Shipping Line will be sponsoring the Seatrade Middle East and Indian Subcontinent Award 2007 in the 'Ship Finance Award' category to be held in November 5th in Dubai. This category award is designed to celebrate and reward excellence and innovation in the maritime sector across the region. 'The sponsorship forms part of the company's strategy in supporting the accolades in the region's shipping community. It also help strengthening our presence in the industry,' said Safdar.

To further enhance the Line's intimacy with customers and as a tribute for their on-going support, Emirates Shipping Line hosted its first annual gala dinner at the Madinat Jumeirah Hotel in Dubai on Sunday 4th November, inviting key customers and vendors in the Middle Eastern region.

Emirates Shipping Line FZE, is registered in Dubai Maritime City of UAE and commercially headquartered in Dubai and Hong Kong, two of the busiest commercial hubs in the world. Operated by a team rich in experience of managing maritime trade, the company has a focused goal of attaining superior service quality and customer intimacy.


Source: AME Info