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Major global bunker supplier and trader OW Bunker has appointed Fiona Zhao as a new bunker trader for its Shanghai operation.  A company statement says that the move comes on the back of significant and sustained growth within the region.

Ms Zhao, 26, has a BA from Shanghai Maritime University, and three years experience of working in the marine industry for a range of leading Chinese shipping companies.  Her role at OW Bunker will encompass servicing key local and international clients, as well as supporting wider Group activities in the mainland Chinese market.

OW Bunker originally established its Shanghai branch in 2005, operating as a trader representing the Group in the Chinese market, providing all grades of bunker fuel oil and lubricants. The company says that since then it has significantly expanded its footprint within Asia, with offices in South Korea, Singapore and Hong Kong, providing physical supplies as well as global trading and risk management services.

Martin Haxholdt, Branch Manager, OW Bunker Shanghai, said: "Central to our continued success is the quality and calibre of the people that we have in our team, and I am delighted that Fiona has joined the business.  Her experience of the shipping industry, and her local knowledge will add real value to how we work with our customers; ensuring that we deliver a world class service, as well as setting new benchmarks for excellence."