PEDRO DE CARVALHO IDEIAS

“I’ve a strong belief that in the shipping and containerisation business, one should look to understand and be proficient on all aspects of customer needs, from price quoting to document handling, from operational requirements to billing structure.”

Pedro started his career on the container business as an Assistant Fleet Manager on a Portuguese Shipping Company back in 2007 while still finishing his Degree in Transport Management, with a focus on Ports and Shipping, at the Infante D. Henrique (Henry The Navigator) Nautical School.

Moving to Logimaris, first Cronos and now Seaco Global agent for Portugal and Italy, in 2009, Pedro has been handling local operations and technical issues.  Pedro is always eager to help and he was appointed Customer Service Executive for South Africa in 2018.

IICL* certified Container Inspector since 2012, Pedro is active as cargo and container surveyor being the Lecturer of the annual “Containerized Cargo Lashing Workshops” at Portuguese Shipping Agents Association.

On his spare time he enjoys supporting the local sports Club, playing boardgames and spending time with his friends, always in company of his Wife and children.”

*IICL – The Institute of International Container Lessors