Svitzer is shortlisted for Tug Owner of the Year at the ITS Awards 2026. 

Svitzer announced the appointment of Eduardo Beser as Managing Director for Svitzer Brazil. With more than 30 years of experience in the shipping industry, Eduardo will lead our operations in Brazil, focusing on strengthening service delivery, supporting our customers, and driving continued growth in this key market. “This appointment reflects our strong commitment to Brazil as a strategic market within the Americas region, and the focus we continue to have on growing our presence there to the benefit of current and future clients,” Svitzer’s Managing Director Americas, Daniel Reedtz Cohen, said.

“I am certain that Eduardo will bring strong momentum to continue developing our business and organisation in Brazil and, not least, drive our growth journey to the next level in this highly dynamic market.”

Eduardo Beser succeeds Daniel Reedtz Cohen

A seasoned professional, Eduardo Beser holds an MSc in Engineering and an MBA, bringing more than 30 years of experience in the shipping industry across commercial, operational, and executive leadership roles. Throughout his career, he has focused on building strong teams, driving performance, and fostering long-term partnerships. Eduardo Beser succeeds Daniel Reedtz Cohen, who now serves as the Managing Director for Svitzer Americas, based in Panama City

Anne Daugaard as Chief People Officer (CPO)

At the same time, Svitzer announces the appointment of Anne Daugaard as Chief People Officer (CPO), joining Svitzer’s Executive Leadership Team. Anne will lead the global People & Culture organisation supporting 4,000 seafaring and shoreside colleagues around the world, and she brings extensive experience from a range of complex industries and sectors, including maritime and engineering, most recently from COWI.

 I look forward to contributing to the next chapter in Svitzer’s proud 193-year history

"Having completed my first week at Svitzer, I’m impressed by the passionate people I have met, the ambition of our strategy, and the care shown for customers and colleagues, sea and shore. I’m joining at an exciting time, where sustainable growth and close partnerships with our customers go hand in hand with thriving people across our organisation. Our people are at the centre of our strategy, and I look forward to contributing to the next chapter in Svitzer’s proud 193-year history."Anne Daugaard said 

The ITS Awards 2026

On the other hand, Svitzer is shortlisted for Tug Owner of the Year at the ITS Awards 2026. This nomination recognises our continued focus on advancing harbour and terminal towage through innovation, from next-generation vessel design to investments in electrification and future fuels. It’s a testament to the dedication of our colleagues around the world who deliver safe, reliable and efficient operations for every day, like here in Porto do Itaqui, located in one of Brazil’s largest port complexes of São Luís - a critical logistical hub for the Central-North and Central Brazil corridors. 

About : Svitzer

Founded in 1833, Svitzer builds on almost 200 years of experience, and our powerful tugboats and experts in towage work tirelessly to keep goods flowing, businesses thriving, and communities connected. Today, Svitzer is a leading global port and terminal infrastructure provider, serving approximately 2,000 customers in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries through a fleet of 446 vessels.
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