Swire Shipping takes over US-based Westwood Shipping Lines

The Singaporean liner operator Swire Shipping will acquire US-headquartered Westwood Shipping Lines, which services the Transpacific trade as a first-class multipurpose operator dedicated to Japan, Korea and China markets to and from Pacific Northwest.

The acquisition will be made through Swire Shipping’s affiliate, SSPL US, which has already signed a definitive agreement to acquire Westwood Shipping Lines from J-WeSco, a subsidiary of The Sumitomo Warehouse Co. Ltd.

“The acquisition complements...

https://container-news.com/swire-shipping-takes-over-us-based-westwood-shipping-lines/

Maersk Veteran Appointed CEO of Westwood Shipping

  • Jack Mahoney has been named president and CEO of Westwood Shipping.
  • He succeeded Guy Stephenson who retired as president and CEO in 2007.
  • He brings a wealth of relevant experience and leadership skills to Westwood Shipping.
  • He served as a vice president of Maersk’s automotive business and later with OOCL.
  • Westwood is a wholly-owned subsidiary formed by a consortium of 3 Japanese companies.

According to an article published in Freight Waves, maritime industry veteran Jack Mahoney has been named...

https://mfame.guru/maersk-veteran-appointed-ceo-of-westwood-shipping/

Westwood Shipping Lines Appoint Their New CEO

US conbulk shipping operator Westwood Shipping Lines has appointed Jack Mahoney as the new president and CEO of the company, reports Marine Link.

He will be replacing Guy Stephenson who is retiring after 13 years in the role.

VP of Automotive supply chain

Mahoney spent 21 years working for AP Moller Maersk with his roles including the president of Maersk Line Canada, and more recently vice president of the group’s automotive supply chain and ocean services in North America.

Mahoney will officially...

https://mfame.guru/westwood-shipping-lines-appoint-their-new-ceo/

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