12 May 2022

The World Shipping Council (WSC) continues its work for a safe, secure and sustainable industry, and is excited to welcome a new member in Swire Shipping. 

Headquartered in Singapore, Swire Shipping is a globally renowned provider of specialist customer solutions for a wide range of cargo and aims to provide a full suite of land and ocean solutions.

Swire Shipping

Swire Shipping celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2022 and for much of its modern history, the company has been actively involved in liner shipping in the Asia Pacific region. 

We are very pleased to welcome Swire Shipping to the World Shipping Council (WSC)"

We are very pleased to welcome Swire Shipping to the World Shipping Council (WSC). Expanding our membership broadens our perspective, when representing the liner sector and we look forward to participation from Swire Shipping representatives in our Councils and Working Groups,” said John Butler, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the World Shipping Council (WSC).

New member of the World Shipping Council

Jeremy Sutton is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Swire Shipping and has been elected as a representative to the WSC Board, effective immediately.

Jeremy Sutton said, “We are delighted to join the World Shipping Council and to share our knowledge and experience, especially in the areas of safety, security and sustainability. We also look forward to learning from our peers and by so doing, contribute to building a vibrant, safe and sustainable industry for years to come.