Global shipping and logistics services provider GAC has been
named ‘Shipping Agent of the Year’ at the Supply Chain &
Transport (SCAT) Awards 2010, the leading awards event for the
Middle East’s transport and logistics industry. It was the second
time the group has won the award.
Organized by the ITP Publishing Group, the
annual awards has established itself as the
benchmark for excellence within the industry.
This year’s awards featured 16 categories
covering logistics, sea freight and air cargo
sectors.
In the ‘Shipping Agent of The Year’ category,
the judges looked for nominees with a proven
track record of outstanding services and
innovation, as well as delivering time and cost
savings for their customers. The award was
presented to Captain Gobind Kukreja, general
manager of the tanker department of GAC
Dubai and general manager of GAC Fujairah,
on behalf of the company at a ceremony at
Dubai’s Grosvenor House.
 
CHALLENGING YEAR
“This is the second time that GAC has clinched the prestigious
‘Shipping Agent of The Year’ title, having won the inaugural Award
in 2007,” says Captain Dan Hjalmarsson, GAC’s group vice
president of the Middle East. “Winning the accolade again, in
what has been a particularly challenging year for many in the
industry, speaks volumes about our consistent high service
standards in the Middle East and internationally.
“Despite the tough economic climate, GAC continued to
introduce innovative solutions to help customers save costs and
time, and improve operational efficiency and security throughout
2009 with new offerings such as GAC Ship Lay-Up Solutions
(GLUS) for flexible, global lay-up services and anti-piracy GAC
Protective Solutions. GAC is committed to
innovation and supporting our clients through
difficult times. Recognition from the industry
like the SCAT Awards motivates us to achieve
even more.”
 
ABOUT GAC GROUP
GAC is a global provider of shipping, logistics
and marine services. These services are
constantly being refined and integrated to
serve our customers’ increasing need for
competitive solutions. Emphasizing trust,
reliability and a strong human touch, GAC has
been building its reputation in its chosen
markets since 1956.
Headquartered in Dubai, GAC employs
over 9,000 people in more than 300 offices
worldwide.
 
ABOUT GAC SHIPPING
GAC Shipping offers ship and hub agency services. It represents
more than 3,500 principals and handles more than 50,000 vessels
annually. In addition to ship/hub agency services, GAC Shipping is
an experienced provider of bunker supplies, ship-to-ship Transfers
(with GAC Marine), canal transits and ship supply services. It
also acts as correspondent for most International Group P&I
Clubs.