KPI OceanConnect appoints Dorthe Bendtsen as interim CEO

Dorthe Bendtsen will assume the position as interim CEO of KPI OceanConnect as of 1 December, following former CEO, Anders Grønborg’s transition to Chief Commercial Officer of parent company Bunker Holding. 

KPI OceanConnect is one of the world’s largest bunker trading companies with nearly 150 employees across 15 offices worldwide, delivering 12 million tonnes of marine fuel annually. 

The executive management team and regional leads will continue KPI OceanConnect’s ambitious strategy on growth and high-quality customer care. The company remains committed to maintain a high level of stakeholder satisfaction and loyalty. KPI OceanConnect will commence its search for a new CEO shortly.

Bendtsen who is currently KPI OceanConnect’s Chief Operating Officer, has played a key role in the organisation’s development and success over the past 16 years. During her time with KPI OceanConnect, Bendtsen has been an integral part of the company’s executive management team and instrumental in the company’s development and execution of strategy and M&A activities. 

Her primary focus has been on optimising operations, strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders, ensuring delivery of exceptional service and value to business partners and customers around the world. 

As COO, Bendtsen has implemented robust corporate governance structures and steered the company’s sustainability strategy and ESG initiatives. In particular, focussing on Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity, leading the organisation towards a more inclusive and competence-driven culture.

In addition to an MA in Management and a BA in International Relations and Economics, Bendtsen is also a Chartered Governance Professional.

Photo credit: KPI OceanConnect
Published: 22 November, 2024