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DP World is the only terminal operator to provide a choice of two deep water terminals in the UK, providing unrivalled, quick and easy access to key consumer markets in the UK.
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Aart joined DP World Southampton in 2009 after several years in business development at APM Terminals in Panama, where he was responsible for the development of new port projects in Central & South America. Aart is from The Netherlands and he built his career in shipping there with roles at NedLloyd Lines and Van Ommeren Shipping.
He holds a Masters degree in Maritime Business Studies from Delft University of Technology; completed leadership programs at Columbia Business School and IMD; and speaks five languages. In November 2018, Aart was appointed UK Commercial Director (now Vice President Commercial, UK Ports & Terminals) and is responsible for developing and executing the commercial strategy for our two terminals in the UK.