GLOBAL – MSC and Ellerman City Liners have signed an agreement that will see Ellerman utilizing a combination of MSC capacity and its own independent vessel between ports in ScanBaltic, Northern Europe and the Atlantic Coast of the United States.
The agreement, commencing from Klaipeda around January 1st, 2024, stipulates a fixed weekly volume with scalability options for Ellerman, underscoring flexibility and efficiency.
Pasquale Formisano, Senior Vice President of MSC, underscored the agreement’s efficiency, emphasizing its role in maximizing cargo capacity and consequently minimizing environmental impact.
“The more we can do that, the more we can reduce emissions,” he stated, outlining the partnership’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
Echoing this sentiment, Peter Andrews, Commercial Director of Ellerman, celebrated the collaboration, acknowledging the opportunity to enhance operational efficiency while expanding geographical reach across Europe and the United States.
The ambit of this agreement spans ports in Sweden, Poland, Lithuania, Germany, UK, Belgium, and France, connecting them to ports along the Atlantic Coast of the United States.
Furthermore, it presents the potential to extend services worldwide, marking a significant step in redefining global maritime routes.
MSC Achieves Renewal of ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Quality Management Systems
In a testament to MSC’s unwavering commitment to excellence, the company proudly announces the successful renewal of its ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management Systems.
This accreditation, subject to a rigorous audit by independent verification company DNV (Det Norske Veritas), reaffirms MSC’s adherence to global quality standards.
ISO 9001:2015, a benchmark in business assurance, places paramount emphasis on consistent service delivery meeting customer, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
Dirk Vande Velde, Chief HSSE Officer at MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, highlighted the significance of this renewal, affirming MSC’s dedication to quality across its services.
In addition to ISO 9001:2015, MSC has garnered certifications across multiple ISO categories and quality labels, reflecting its unwavering commitment to excellence and adherence to international standards.
These certifications encompass a wide spectrum of domains, from environmental management to information security and social responsibility, underscoring MSC’s holistic approach to quality across its operations.
Backed by these robust ISO standards, MSC continues to fortify its global network coverage, personalized customer service, and unwavering dedication to superior business performance.
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