JEBSENS GROUP

The Jebsens Group had its beginnings in Bergen, Norway. Founded by Kristian S. Jebsen in 1929, the Group has over seven decades of experience and has developed partnerships with key shipping industry players around the globe.

With over ten offices in strategic locations worldwide, the Jebsens Group is a global player with solid local presence. Its businesses are geared not only to develop new relationships in traditional shipping services, but also to provide services throughout the entire value chain.

Our primary corporate objective is to achieve the highest standards in meeting the changing demands of our clients. This intent has made Jebsens what it is today - a strong diversified group in the transport and logistics field, providing clients with Total Transport Solutions and Services.

Jebsens: Yesterday and Today

Jebsens was first organized under the banner AS Kristian Jebsens Rederi (KJR) in Bergen, 1929. Operations began with its first two 2,500 dwt newbuildings.

KJR grew steadily through the 1930s, emerging from the Second World War as a small shipping company with majority interest in small bulk carriers and medium-sized tankers. In the 1950s, KJR expanded its fleet with 15,000 to 22,000 tonners, the handy-size bulk carriers of that time.

When the current Chairman, Atle Jebsen, became President of the company in 1967, KJR sold its tankers. From then on, the business focused on operating bulk carriers through long-lasting contracts of affreightment.

Jebsens was a shipping industry pioneer in developing joint ventures both with clients and with other shipping companies. This philosophy, initiated by its founder, has continued with success. The Group grew to become a major player in the Norwegian and international shipping scene, with a strong focus in the Far East.

Today, Jebsens has a global network of offices and representatives in fifteen countries with an integrated transport service portfolio - from ship owning, shipping, technical and ship management, crewing and training, to storage and distribution - providing clients with a total transport and logistics solutions package.

The Company's legacy is its adherence to the principles and ideals that wrought its existence. From a fledgling company, it has become one of the most respected shipping companies. The Company's tradition of excellence and integrity has run continuously through generations aided by some of the best management talents worldwide.

For more information: www.jebsens.com