Hop Ming Chen
About Hop Ming Chen
Hop Ming Chen is a Senior Commercial Manager at DP World London Gateway, with over two decades of experience in the logistics industry. He previously held various roles at Damco, including Global Account Director and Head of Key Accounts, and has international experience across Africa, Asia, and Oceania.
Work at DP World
Currently, Hop Ming Chen serves as the Senior Commercial Manager at DP World London Gateway, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he contributes to the development of the UK's most integrated and flexible logistics operations. His responsibilities include overseeing commercial strategies and enhancing service offerings within the logistics sector.
Previous Experience at Damco
Hop Ming Chen has extensive experience at Damco, where he worked for a total of 19 years. He began as a Graduate Trainee from 1997 to 2001 in Felixstowe, London, and West Africa. He then progressed to Operations, Account, and Country Management from 2001 to 2010, gaining experience across the UK, Asia, and New Zealand. From 2010 to 2016, he held the position of Global Account Director and Head of Key Accounts in the UK.
Education and Expertise
Hop Ming Chen studied Engineering at the University of Durham, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1991 to 1994. He also attended Buxton College. His educational background, combined with over two decades of experience in the logistics industry, has equipped him with expertise in commercial management and supply chain operations.
Background in Logistics
With over 20 years in the logistics industry, Hop Ming Chen has developed a strong background in commercial management. His international experience spans multiple regions, including Africa, Asia, and Oceania. This diverse experience has allowed him to understand various market dynamics and operational challenges in the logistics sector.