With over 15 years of experience in the liner shipping industry, Daniel started as a Dual Officer on container liners before moving on to lead bunker sourcing, retrofits, and fuel optimization projects.

He also completed the Blue MBA program at CBS. Most recently, Daniel was responsible for managing 6 ports and warehousing operations for Royal Arctic Line in Northern Europe and Greenland. With his experience both at sea and onshore, he has a well-rounded understanding of the operational challenges and opportunities that shipping companies face.

Daniel is passionate about optimising processes, promoting collaboration, and managing change, serving as a link between operational and commercial teams to ensure sustainable business practices and the best possible value.

René is an experienced Lead Trainer and he joined The Shipping Collective as our Senior Consultant – Change Management for one of our great clients, where he spearheads efforts to enhance their operating model effectiveness.

He brings a wealth of expertise in Change Management with a strong focus on people. His passion for driving positive transformations and his diverse skill set make him an invaluable asset to our company.

Asma is a strategic and innovative leader with a focus on operational transformation, business development, and process optimization in the ports and logistics industry. With over 17 years of international experience, she specializes in enhancing terminal operations, driving regional and global performance improvements, and implementing cutting-edge digital and automation solutions. Her expertise spans operational oversight, strategic risk management, and customer-centric innovations to ensure scalable and efficient processes for clients in diverse global markets.

With a deep background in consulting and executive leadership, Asma has led roles that include spearheading terminal operations in high-throughput environments, optimizing Navis TOS implementations, and expanding digital solutions in the logistics sector. Her ability to develop high-performance cultures, mentor teams on lean processes, and champion strategic innovations underscores her commitment to driving sustainable growth and operational excellence.

“Throughout my career, I’ve focused on transforming operational challenges into opportunities for growth by delivering client-centered solutions that blend process efficiency with innovation. Navigating diverse markets in Hong Kong, Indonesia, UAE, and beyond has shaped my strategic approach to the logistics and ports industry.”