Swire Shipping enjoys a strong relationship with the FSC and they are delighted to have collaborated with them over the years, so says Swire Shipping Regional Manager – Pacific Islands, Chris De Villiers.

He made the comments after Swire Shipping’s vessel Erradale made the country’s first 33,900 tonnes sugar to China last month.

From Labasa 22,000 tonnes and Lautoka 11, 700 tonnes of sugar were loaded on the Erradale vessel last month.

Mr De Villiers said Swire Bulk had been carrying bulk sugar parcels for the Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC) for several years.

“Additionally, through Swire Shipping, we have worked with FSC for end-to-end cargo management,” Mr De Villiers said.

He said that this relationship adds to their long-term business and growth strategy of offering customers effective, robust and sustainable shipping solutions.

“We have a large and modern global fleet, to cater to the needs of our customers who are located all over the world.

Swire Bulk services close to 100 countries and has built up considerable expertise in the transportation of various commodities,” hesaid.

“Over the years, Swire Bulk has built up expertise and our fleet to help our customers transport their cargo efficiently, effectively and in a sustainable manner.

“Swire Bulk services close to 100 countries and has built up considerable expertise in the transportation of various commodities.

“We have been servicing the Fijian markets since the late 1950s and count ourselves as very privileged to have grown with the country and with our partners and customers.

Swire Shipping has offices in Suva and Lautoka, with a total staff strength of 75.