Chamber of Shipping Appoints 2018/19 Board of Directors

VANCOUVER, April 6, 2018 /CNW/ - The Chamber of Shipping is pleased to announce the appointment of its Directors and Officers for 2018-2019, comprising a broad range of experienced leaders from the Canadian marine industry. The Board of Directors includes:

Kim Christensen (Chair), General Manager Operations, ACGI Shipping Inc.
Garth Mitcham (Vice-Chair), Director, CSL Americas
Peter Amat (Treasurer), General Manager, Pacific Basin Shipping (Canada) Ltd
Richard Chappell, Regional Vice-President of Operations Canada, Westwood Shipping Lines
Marc Fellis, President, Westward Shipping
Dave Hill, Executive Vice-President, Wheelhouse Shipping Agency Ltd.
Jack Mahoney, President, Maersk Line Canada
Oscar Pinto, Director, Valles Steamship (Canada) Ltd.
George Runyon, Senior Vice-President, Evergreen Shipping Agency (America) Corp.
Donna Spalding, Director Administration, Cruise Lines International Association – North West & Canada
Peter Swanson, Partner, Bernard LLP

The competitiveness of Canada's transportation gateways is critical to the economic viability of all shippers, especially in view of the increased competitive pressures in the United States. The Chamber of Shipping is advocating for efficient transportation corridors and continues to address concerns with risks and environmental impacts on local communities. Canada is poised to increase international trade and should strive to manage its supply chain holistically, embrace innovative technologies, and develop a highly trained and experienced workforce at sea and ashore.

Commercial shipping results in $30 billion of economic activity annually in Canada and, at 1.8% of the Canadian economy, ships move more than $200 billion worth of goods to and from global markets. From farmers to retailers, many Canadian jobs depend on a healthy and thriving trade environment supported by a robust and fluid marine transportation network.

About Chamber of Shipping
The Chamber of Shipping represents commercial carriers and their agents in Canada which trade internationally and domestically. The marine transportation sector is vital to supporting Canadian trade and our continued prosperity and high standard of living depend on our ability to deliver resources, goods, and people in a responsible and competitive manner. Canada remains a strong trading nation, with one in five Canadian jobs and more than 60 per cent of our gross domestic product directly linked to exports.

SOURCE Chamber of Shipping

Denien Ford, Chamber of Shipping, T [phone], [email protected]