Shipmanagement association InterManager has elected Bjorn Jebsen as its new president.
Jebsen was unopposed at Tuesday's AGM in Singapore and will succeed Gerardo Borromeo immediately.
Borromeo, CEO of Philippine Transmarine Carriers (PTC), has served four years.
He will continue as a vice chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping and a member of the executive board of the World Maritime University.
“As I step down and hand the reins of the association over, I remain confident that the efforts that have pushed InterManager forward over the past four years, even in very trying times, will further strengthen the association’s position in this dynamic global industry,” Borromeo said.
Jebsen, CEO of family-owned shipping company Jebsens, said: “I am a strong believer in the overall objective of InterManager, which is to improve the image of shipping, the position of ship managers and to support the careers of seafarers.
"I am looking forward to encouraging a cohesive dialogue between ship managers, owners and other stakeholders to build a sustainable future for our industry.”
Captain Kuba Szymanski, Secretary-General of InterManager said: “We believe that Mr Jebsen will bring a strong and commendable leadership to the association and continue the values and agendas that InterManager strives to deliver within the global shipping community."
Jebsen will be supported by four vice presidents.
