DP World, Jafza Collaborate with Indian Plastic Industries and TradersGulftainer has announced the appointment of Charles Menkhorst as its new CEO, with former CEO Peter Richards to continue to serve on Gulftainer’s Board of Directors and lead the expansion of the company’s footprint in the United States as CEO of GT USA.
In his new role as CEO, Charles is tasked with oversight of the strategic growth of the company, which currently operates and manages ports and logistics businesses in its home base in the UAE, and internationally across Iraq, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia and the USA.
Commenting on the appointment, Badr Jafar, Chairman of Gulftainer, stated: “Charles Menkhorst brings a wealth of supply chain experience with him, which will prove invaluable in driving Gulftainer into its next chapter of growth.
“Charles will also lead Gulftainer’s digital transformation strategy and the development of sustainable infrastructure across our operations globally.
