Per Ekmann

Per Ekmann has extensive work experience in the shipping and logistics industry. Per is currently the CEO of Uni-Tankers A/S, a role they have held since December 2018. Prior to that, they served as the COO/CCO of Uni-Tankers A/S from August 2018 to November 2018.

From 2008 to 2018, Per Ekmann was the CEO of Uni-Chartering, where they successfully transitioned the company into a leading and dominating quality owner and operator in the chemical tankers segment below 18,000 tons deadweight. Per also served as the Managing Director of Uni-Chartering from 2008 to 2012, overseeing the company's growth and relationship with tonnage providers and market players.

Before joining Uni-Chartering, Per Ekmann worked as a Chartering Manager at Simonsen Chartering ApS from 2001 to 2008, where they controlled a fleet of 18 high-quality product and chemical carriers. During this time, they faced the challenge of modifying and replacing aging tankers to continue trading.

Per Ekmann gained experience in trucking and logistics at Holger Kristiansen's Eftf., Aalborg, where they served as the Managing Director of the trucking division from 1999 to 2001. Per successfully expanded the business scope and implemented restructuring measures to improve productivity and profitability.

Early in their career, Per Ekmann worked as a Chartering Manager at herning shipping a.s. from 1993 to 1999, and as a Ship Broker at WONSILD from 1990 to 1992. Per began their career in the industry as a Trainee and later as a Ship Broker at herning shipping a.s. from 1987 to 1990.

Overall, Per Ekmann's work experience showcases their leadership skills, strategic thinking, and ability to drive growth and success in the shipping and logistics industry.

Per Ekmann attended INSEAD in 2015 for an Executive Board Programme. From 1985 to 1987, they studied at the Danish Military Police, where they earned a degree in Military and Strategic Leadership as a Sergent. Besides this, they have gained various experience, but no specific details are provided.

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