Global integrated logistics and materials management
specialist, ASCO, has appointed Ross Irvine as General Manager of its ship
agency (Seletar) and freight management (AFM) service lines.
Ross steps
into his new role today (November 14) following the promotion of his
predecessor Mike Pettigrew, who was recently appointed Managing Director for
ASCO UK.
As one of
the leading ship agents for the UK energy industry, Seletar provides crew
coordination, freight management, procurement services, onshore logistics, and
an extensive range of complementary services such as fuel provision, industrial
tank cleaning, waste management, and ship spares logistics. Seletar's services
are facilitated by its eight strategic UK locations, serving more than 20
neighbouring ports. Additionally, ASCO’s freight management business offers
customs compliance, heli-freight and freight forwarding services.
Since
joining ASCO in 2012 as a Ships Agent, Ross has held a number of roles within
the company, including various management positions. Most recently as service
delivery manager at Seletar.
Beyond his
role at ASCO, Ross currently serves as a tutor at the Institute of Chartered
Shipbrokers, the professional body for all members of the commercial shipping
industry worldwide. Having completed the Institute's Foundation and Advanced
diplomas with distinctions in Offshore Support and Shipping Business and their
Professional Qualifying Examinations, Ross has developed an in-depth knowledge
and understanding of the commercial shipping industry.
Ross Irvine
said: “I am honoured to be taking on the role of general manager for Seletar
and AFM in what is an incredibly exciting time for both facets of the business.
I am looking forward to overseeing the sustained growth of both these key
service offerings.”
Mike
Pettigrew, Managing Director - UK, said: “Ross is a true example of the
internal development opportunities that ASCO has to offer. I have had the
pleasure of working with him since joining the company and have every
confidence that he will continue to excel in this new position.”