International Bunkering Group Appoints New CEO

Mr. Christoffer Berg Lassen was appointed CEO effective June 1, 2013

International Bunkering Middle East DMCC (International Bunkering) today announced in an emailed press release that it has appointed Mr. Christoffer Berg Lassen as the group's new Chief Executive Officer.

Lassen, who has worked with the International Bunkering Group since early 2008, was promoted from the position of International Sales Manager to Group CEO effective June 1, 2013.

He replaces Mr. Carsten Ladekjaer, who has accepted a position outside the International Bunkering Group.

International Bunkering said Lassen has an impressive background in the marine bunker and lubricant industry.

Commenting on his new appointment, Lassen said: "This is an exciting opportunity for me and I am thrilled and privileged to be able to work even more closely with the dynamic teams in our International Bunkering Group. I look forward to leading the Group and taking on the challenges and demands that may present itself in the future.

"Over the years, the International Bunkering Group has established a respected brand name and has built solid relationships within the industry. With this strong foundation in place, I am excited to help the team take its success to the next level.

"We are committed to doing what it takes to drive long-term sustainable growth and expansion within the group and we are hoping to hire even more first-rate people to our existing teams of talented traders."

Contact details for Christoffer Berg Lassen are as follows:

Name: Christoffer Berg Lassen 
Title: Managing Director & CEO
Mobile: +971 504571264     
Email: cbl@ibmeast.com