Ashok Pillay

Ashok Pillay is an experienced professional in the shipping and logistics industry, currently serving as Managing Director for North & South East Asia at SeaLead since February 2024. Previously, Pillay held the position of Head of Liner at Cordelia Container Shipping Line from February 2020 to May 2024, focusing on leveraging industry expertise and international trade knowledge. As GROUP CEO of Transliner Pte Ltd from March 2017 to February 2020, Pillay led a global cargo transportation and integrated logistics service provider. Additional roles include Director at Logixman Singapore Pte Ltd, Managing Director at Choice Shipping Lines, and Senior Director of Trade Management at APL, where key responsibilities included managing global trade and commercial strategies. Pillay's career began with roles at APL Emirates LLC, Modern Freight Co, and US Lines Agencies. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Kerala, India.