MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. impresses with the awarding of a prestigious WCA Recognition

This distinguished professional industry Award recognizes and rewards outstanding performers

Recently, at the World Cargo Alliance’s (WCA) 25th Annual Worldwide Conference held in Singapore; Dubai’s MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. won a top key recognition. The leading freight forwarder in the UAE was the recipient of the much sought-after ‘WCA Certificate of Excellence for the Best Middle East Partner 2022’ Award.

Florida, USA-headquartered and 1998-established WCA is the world’s largest and most powerful network of independent freight forwarders that covers more than 11,000 member offices in over 195 countries around the world.

Comparatively, it is estimated that the combined logistics might and resources of the WCA Global Membership exceeds that of the world’s largest multinational freight forwarders.

Following the awarding of this keenly sought-after accolade, Global Supply Chain exclusively interviewed Mirshad Moopen, Managing Director, MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C., as the company celebrated this unique professional honour. The interview was wide ranging and covered a variety of subjects.

Global Supply Chain (GSC): To those unfamiliar, provide our readers with a brief corporate profile of

MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C.?

Mirshad Moopen (MM): MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. LLC commemorated its corporate journey in 2004, offering a full range of freight business. Now, almost two decades since our inception, we are now on a firm footing thanks to our extensive industry experience.

The Company’s present performance excellence can be attributed to its professional management approach along with long-serving customers across various industries. With considerable and all-round experience and in-depth knowledge of the freight forwarding industry, we have been able to provide state-of-the-art services to our clients worldwide.

This combined with today’s advanced vehicles, improved communications and committed staff are the cause of the high level of quality, professional service we offer to our highly satisfied customers, and the loyalty they profess in us.

Furthermore, protecting the environment is our top priority and on our agenda is our green product portfolio that improves, both for our clients and us, the environmental footprint and sustainability agenda.

Our clients choose us for our trusted partnership, domain expertise, flexible solutions, Personalized & Professional Service. Adding to that our core values— Service Excellence, Professionalism, Integrity, Efficiency, Teamwork, Respect and Accountability.

GSC: What is the extent of your corporate product and services offerings?

MM: We are specialized in wide range of services that include Sea Freight Transportation; Air Freight Transportation; Ground Transportation – Domestic and Cross Borders; Contact Logistics and Supply chain Solutions, Packaging & Distribution; Projects Cargo movements, Break Bulk and special cargo movements; Approved Customs Brokerage and a strategic, cohesive network around the globe.

GSC: MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. was the recipient of the WCA Certificate of Excellence for the Best Middle East Partner 2022. Why were you bestowed with this Award and throw more light on this conferment?

MM: I believe MRC Shipping and Logistics L.L.C. has won this award based on our operational excellence, customer service, process standardisation, technological upgrade, digital transformations, professionalism and sustainable practices.

GSC: What is your reaction following the Awards presentation ceremony?

MM: We are delighted and honoured with this Award and would like to congratulate the entire MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. Team for their continued efforts towards this accomplishment. I would also like to sincerely thank our overseas partners and customers for their immense support and confidence in us over these years and for the invaluable opportunity of offering them innovative solutions and quality services throughout.

This recognition also has a payoff and will provide an advantage and a positive platform for our growth plans.

This Award is a welcome recognition, and we are privileged to receive this Award from the over 11000 members and in front of the attending 4000 partners.

GSC: What implications does this Award / recognition have for MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. going forward?

MM: Being a prestigious award-winning company, it is a great feeling, and this win will open up a world of opportunities securing big deals and expanding into new markets. Our partners and customers will feel good about their relationship with our company. This will also certainly give our team an encouragement to scale higher peaks in the future.

GSC: Tell us more about the Awards ceremony?

MM: This Award ceremony was conducted during WCA Worldwide Conference held in Singapore on 19 FEB 2023.

At the Awards Ceremony, the Best Partner Award was presented by David Yokeum, Chairman, WCA; Dan March, Chief Executive Officer, WCA; Chris Dunn, Regional Manager—Middle East, WCA. I received the Award alongside Mathew Chacko, General Manager, MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. LLC.

GSC: How has MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. performed in 2022 and what is the outlook for 2023?

MM: Our performance in 2022 was exceptionally good and exceeded our targets. The outlook for 2023 is optimistic and we are confident that we will maintain our growth momentum and surpass our targets.

GSC: What are the opportunities and challenges for MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. in the future?

MM: Quality marks and Awards such as this increase our company’s reputation and set us apart from the competition. We will keep our dedication and commitment to strong customer service and professionalism. Being an award-winning company, our responsibilities and expectations have now increased, and we have to perform more aggressively in the future.

GSC: What are your current and future expansion plans?

MM: Expansion is on the cards, and we are planning to open new offices in other GCC countries.

GSC: What is your vision for MRC Shipping & Logistics L.L.C. for the immediate and long-term futures?

MM: Our objective is to be a leader and the most trusted logistics company to all our clients. We promise to work hard and win the trust, loyalty and confidence of our customers every day.