GAC USA, WIGHTMAN SHIPPING FORGE ALLIANCE TO ENHANCE SERVICES

SINGAPORE, July 29 (Bernama) -- GAC USA, a global provider of shipping,
logistics and marine services, has formed an alliance with Wightman Shipping Co.
in the United States.

Operating as GAC-Wightman Shipping, the collaboration offers shipping
services across North-eastern and Mid-Atlantic ports in Philadelphia, New York
and Baltimore.

Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Wightman Shipping was established in
1983. In addition to ship agency, it provides specialised services such as
spares delivery, crew changes and bunker supplies.

"Tapping into GAC’s global network, this agreement provides us with the
capability of handling existing and prospective clients at ports around the
world," said David Wightman, the owner of Wightman Shipping.

"This positive action has the full support of Wightman’s existing customer
base," he added, in a statement.

Bob Bandos, the president and chief executive officer of GAC Shipping (USA)
Inc, said: "Our strong relationship with Wightman Shipping brings together two
great companies to strengthen our presence in the Port of Philadelphia with the
addition of their diverse customer base.

"We can better meet the needs of existing GAC clients in the region."

An industry veteran with three decades of experience, David Wightman will
drive GAC-Wightman Shipping business further as director, including growing its
dry cargo market-share at the port.

He is supported by Operations Manager, Steve Clark who will oversee the
shipping operations to ensure fast and efficient turnaround for clients.

GAC has 17 offices throughout the United States offering a complete suite of
shipping services to principals at any port, terminal or lightering area.

-- BERNAMA