Appointments

Björn Knutar has been appointed as Sales Director of Blomberg Stevedoring Ab, starting from January 1,2024. He was previously Sales Manager at the company. Björn is based at Blomberg Stevedoring’s Vaasa office.

Mathias Maris has been appointed Chief Operating Officer for Oy Blomberg Stevedoring Ab. He took up his post in the middle of last year. He previously worked for the company as a foreman. Mathias is based at Blomberg Stevedoring’s Vaasa office.

Joel Salmela has been appointed as Director of Ship Agency Services for Oy Galea Shipping Ab, starting from January 1, 2024. He has previously worked as Ship Agency Manager at Rauanheimo. Joel is a member of the Galea Shipping management team and reports to the Business Group Director. Joel is responsible for the operational activities of Galea Shipping. He is based in the company’s Kokkola office but works nationwide.

Johan Järnefelt has been appointed as Sales Manager for Oy Galea Shipping Ab, starting from January 1, 2024. In addition to his ship clearance duties, Johan will be responsible for the sales, marketing and development of ship clearance services together with the Director of Ship agency.  Johan is also a member of Galea Shipping’s management team. He has previously worked as a ship agent at Rauanheimo. Johan is based in Vuosaari.