Lifetime achievement award for SSA chief

SHIPPING veteran and president of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), Patrick Phoon, was given the 2014 Seatrade Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the maritime sector here.

Mr Phoon's shipping career has spanned over 40 years. Since 1980, he has been handling Evergreen Marine's interest in Singapore. He is the deputy managing director of Evergreen Shipping Agency (S) and director of the RTW Group of Companies.

Announcing the award at the annual Seatrade Asia Awards, Seatrade chairman Chris Hayman said: "In 40 years' service in shipping, Patrick Phoon has been a major contributor to the development to the maritime community here in Singapore and across Asia. Seatrade is delighted to recognise his achievements and dedication to the shipping community."