Daren Howell

Daren Howell is an experienced logistics and procurement professional currently serving as an Import Specialist - Procurement at Refresco since April 2023, where responsibilities include vendor relations and managing relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and suppliers. Prior to this role, Daren spent over 15 years at Hapag-Lloyd AG, advancing from Vessel Planning Manager to Senior Vessel Planning Manager, focusing on stowage plans and vessel capacity forecasting. Additional experience includes roles as Port Operations Supervisor at MSC Mediterranean Shipping Co. S.A., Vessel Planner at NYK Line, and Account Manager at Freightliner Group Ltd, among others. Daren's career spans several critical positions in the shipping and logistics industry, demonstrating a strong background in operations, hazardous cargo management, and customs compliance.