Ammar Kanaan to take over as CEO of MSC's terminals arm

MSC has appointed Ammar Kanaan chief executive of its cargo container terminals arm Terminal Investment Limited (TiL).

Mr Kanaan will take the reins on 9 April and brings more than three decades’ transport experience to the role.

As well as building his own companies focused on port management, he has developed a reputation as a transport consultant. He was responsible for the development and operations of MSC’s joint-venture King Abdullah terminal.

He replaces Vikram Sharma, who is retiring at the end of March, following a nine-year tenure.

Chief executive of MSC Group Diego Aponte said: “The appointment of Ammar Kanaan further strengthens our port terminal investment business. I would like to thank Vikram Sharma for his commitment, hard work and dedication; he has been instrumental in ensuring TiL’s successful growth over the years.”