APL Appoints New Bangladesh Country Manager

Singapore, 13 Apr 2004 - Leading global container transportation company APL has appointed Waldo Basilla Managing Director of its Bangladesh operations.

Mr Basilla replaces Aziz Toha, who has taken up the role of Managing Director of APL's Pakistan business.

A 20-year veteran of the shipping industry, 14 of those with APL, Mr Basilla has held a variety of positions in operations, logistics and senior management. He was most recently Managing Director for APL Cambodia.

APL President for Asia and the Middle East, Brian Lutt, said, "Waldo's extensive experience in our Asian markets gives him a unique understanding of the particular needs of our customers in the region. Alongside his dedicated and talented team, Waldo will continue to build our business in this important market."

About APL
APL is a global container transportation company offering more than 60 weekly services and nearly 300 calls at more than 90 ports in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. It combines world-class intermodal operations with leading-edge IT and e-commerce. APL is a unit of Singapore-based Neptune Orient Lines (NOL), a global logistics and transportation company. APL Web site: www.apl.com

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