Elektrans Group and a company affiliated to the reputed German tanker operator Chemikalien Seetransport G.m.b.H. (CST) and the consultancy and engineering company Marine Service GmbH have concluded a joint venture agreement to set up “CHEMTRANS India Private Limited”. An agreement setting gears in motion was signed by Mr. Daniel Chopra (Executive Chairman, Elektrans Group) and Mr. Christian Krämer (Managing Director, CST) in New Delhi, India at The Oberoi Hotel.
The strategic partnership with CST and Marine Service is in keeping with Elektrans’ vision of charting a course for growth and expanding its global footprint, by forging strategic partnerships with reputed players in the global shipping industry. It is expected that the union based on similar values, beliefs and practices between Elektrans, a first generation family owned shipping company and CST/ Marine Service, third generation family owned companies, will generate synergies which will benefit both Elektrans and CST/ Marine Service.
The jointly owned vehicle - CHEMTRANS India Private Limited - will be a platform to promote common activities of Elektrans, CST and Marine Service in India and the region, including servicing the growing Indian LNG and gas industry.
The partners believe in providing high standards of client servicing. They have a strong market reputation and are in a position to tap global networks.
On this occasion Mr. Daniel Chopra speaking for Elektrans said, “Since its inception, Elektrans has envisioned rendering the highest standard of services to the global maritime sector. We are proud to be associated with CST and Marine Service, companies which have a solid reputation, globally, and have been providing pioneering solutions over many years, especially in the field of LNG”. He added, “This is yet another important milestone in our strategic drive and ultimate goal– to be among the best performing integrated shipping service providers, and establish ourselves as reputable shipowners trading to the highest International standards”.
Mr. Christian Krämer speaking for CST and Marine Service expressed, “We have always been at the forefront of innovation, yet stand proud of our long history and proven track record within the maritime industry. We are delighted and very much looking forward to our partnership with Elektrans Group, as we do remain confident that this will yield clear synergies and new business opportunities within India as well as greater Asia”.
