Imtech Marine (full-service provider of tailor-made, innovative marine technology solutions) announces the opening of a new office in the Algeciras-Strait of Gibraltar region, Spain, per 17 October 2011. The office is the 74th location in the global service network of Imtech Marine. All Imtech Marine offices are strategically located along major shipping routes and near major shipbuilding centres. From the new office Imtech Marine aims to provide 24/7 maintenance services to both locally operated vessels and international shipping lines. Imtech Marine will be offering services in various ports of Spain, such as Algeciras, Barcelona, Cádiz and Valencia as well as the nearby ports of Gibraltar and Tangier.
Mike Bauwens, Managing Director of Imtech Marine Southern Europe & Africa, says: “The new office in Spain fits in our new strategy up to 2015. The strategy includes our intentions to expand our global service network, with new offices planned in Asia Pacific, India, South America and the Mediterranean. Our strategy is clear: we want to be where our customers are and serve them on the spot. This is why we intend to keep expanding our global network.”
Spain is an important shipping nation. Algeciras and Barcelona are among the largest 50 ports of the world with Algeciras being a top 10 port. Nearby locations such as Gibraltar and Tangier are also top 50 ports. Imtech Marine expects growing business in Spain and the surrounding region predominantly in container & cargo shipping, but also sees opportunities to provide services to cruise liners, naval vessels, local fishery and yachts. The new office will be staffed by experienced technicians, to guarantee 24/7 service and effective and quick response to service requests.
The office visiting address:
Edificio Azabache Centro de Negocios 1ª Planta
Parque Empresarial Marismas de Palmones
Ctra. Térmica s/n.
11379 Los Barrios, Cádiz.
About Imtech Marine
Imtech Marine is a leading company in the global maritime market, operating as a full-service provider and system integrator of tailor-made, innovative and sustainable technology solutions covering the whole ship. We specialise in Automation (Platform and Bridge), Navigation & Communication including Connectivity, Energy & Drive systems, HVAC solutions and Fire Protection systems, A/V Entertainment and Maritime Information Services. Imtech Marine provides innovative systems and reliable services during the full lifetime of the ship. The company reached annual revenues of more than €500 million in 2010, employing 2,500 employees at more than 70 offices based along shipping routes and close to shipbuilding centres.