GML sets up first office in Europe
GAC Marine Logistics (GML), a UAE-based global provider of logistics services for ship spares and marine parts, has set up its first European office in Rotterdam as part of its ongoing expansion plans.
Managing Director Chris Steibelt says that Rotterdam is considered the logical base for GML's growth across Europe due to its strategic position for both procurement and delivery of ship spares.
As the world's largest port, Rotterdam's diverse range of maritime activities such as towage, mooring, bunkering, dry docking, repair and maintenance as well as offshore support, creates a sustainable demand for specialised ship spares delivery services.
"Having a presence in Rotterdam will facilitate speedier response time and delivery of personalised services in coordinating ship spares movements. This new development promises to add to GML's highly-reputed seamless door-to-deck delivery offering even better service for ships passing through the Middle East," adds Steibelt.
This development marks GML's first footprint in Europe, and is part of its overall effort to create stronger synergies and bolster its services to the international shipping community.
Having established presence in Dubai, Singapore, Mumbai and Houston, the company is now looking at augmenting its global network in other key locations in Europe and Asia.
Managing Director Chris Steibelt says that Rotterdam is considered the logical base for GML's growth across Europe due to its strategic position for both procurement and delivery of ship spares.
As the world's largest port, Rotterdam's diverse range of maritime activities such as towage, mooring, bunkering, dry docking, repair and maintenance as well as offshore support, creates a sustainable demand for specialised ship spares delivery services.
"Having a presence in Rotterdam will facilitate speedier response time and delivery of personalised services in coordinating ship spares movements. This new development promises to add to GML's highly-reputed seamless door-to-deck delivery offering even better service for ships passing through the Middle East," adds Steibelt.
This development marks GML's first footprint in Europe, and is part of its overall effort to create stronger synergies and bolster its services to the international shipping community.
Having established presence in Dubai, Singapore, Mumbai and Houston, the company is now looking at augmenting its global network in other key locations in Europe and Asia.