Søren Andersen

CEO at UNIMED

Speaker

Søren Andersen is a seasoned executive in the shipping industry with a robust track record of leadership and innovation. With over two decades of experience, Søren has held senior roles in various top-tier maritime companies, driving strategic initiatives and fostering sustainable growth.

Currently, Søren serves as the CEO of Universal Marine Medical International (Unimed), where he leads the company’s efforts in ensuring medical compliance and supply chain management for commercial shipping companies and cruise lines. Before joining Unimed, Søren was the CEO of StormGeo, providing cutting-edge weather intelligence and decision support services to the global shipping community and of Rickmers Maritime Trust, a Singapore-based listed shipowning company. Additionally, he held various senior positions at American President Lines and Maersk Line, where he contributed to growth and success in the highly competitive container shipping market.

Throughout his career, Søren has been recognized for his ability to lead diverse teams, drive innovation, and deliver results. He is known for his strategic thinking, strong business acumen, and commitment to sustainability. Søren is passionate about leveraging technology to create value and improve the maritime industry’s environmental footprint. He is committed to mentoring the next generation of maritime leaders and contributing to the industry’s advancement through thought leadership and collaboration.

Søren holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Aarhus University and an MBA (exec) from Columbia Business School and London Business School. Outside of work, Søren enjoys sailing, traveling, and spending time with his family.