Bob Bandos has been appointed GAC's group vice president - Americas, following the retirement of Lars Heisselberg who held the position since 2009.
In addition to his new role, Bandos maintains responsibilities as managing director of GAC North America - Shipping, a position he has held for 14 years.
Previously, he was the president of Rice, Unruh, Reynolds Co, which was acquired by GAC Shipping in 2004, and also had a stint as global chartering manager with BP Shipping.
General cargo volumes have dipped 3 percent year-to-date at Port Houston’s multipurpose facilities. However, steel imports increased 34 percent in November.
BAE Systems is bolstering its transport fleet in Florida, USA, with 156 Cometto MSPE axle lines.
USA-based heavy lifting specialist Engineered Rigging has expanded its engineering team to include Dalton Robinson
Irish and UK shipping company Quality Freight Group has become part of Switzerland-headquartered Fracht Group.
UK-based heavy haulage and rigging specialist Allelys has appointed Sandy White as its engineering director.
Kito Crosby has promoted Jason Bulan to vice president of business development and product strategy for the company’s hoists and cranes portfolio in the Americas.
