Rickmers-Linie announced the promotion of Ulrich Ulrichs to the position of managing director.
Ulrichs joined Rickmers-Linie in 2005 when he took over responsibility for line management. In 2008 he became director of this division before being appointed deputy managing director in August 2011.
Ulrichs will work alongside Rüdiger Gerhardt, who has held the title of managing director since 1 July 2011 as well as head of logistics services for the Rickmers Group.
“Mr. Ulrichs’ appointment to Managing Director reflects the commitment and ability he has shown over the past 12 months,” said Ron Widdows, CEO of Rickmers Holding and Rickmers-Linie.
Hamburg-based Rickmers-Linie specializes in the global transportation of break-bulk, heavylift and project cargo by sea. The company is part of the Rickmers Group, which offers diversified activities in the segments of maritime assets, maritime services, and logistics services.
