APM Terminals Pipavav has appointed Zeeshan Mukhi as its Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), bringing more than two decades of experience in shipping, ports, logistics and commercial management.
In his new role, Mukhi will oversee the terminal’s commercial operations, focusing on customer relationships, business development, strategic partnerships and cargo volume growth. He will also work to strengthen engagement with shipping lines, exporters, importers and logistics service providers.
Before joining APM Terminals Pipavav, Mukhi served as Vice President – Freight Forwarding India at DP World, following an earlier assignment as Senior Director, Strategy – SCO. At DP World, he contributed to the development of integrated logistics solutions and supported commercial and operational excellence.
Mukhi spent more than 16 years with A.P. Moller – Maersk, holding leadership positions across India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Singapore. His assignments included Senior Director and Head of GSC Philippines, where he led a global capability centre employing more than 2,400 people, Director – Customer Experience for India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, and Managing Director of Maersk Lanka Private Limited.
His experience also spans customer service, sales, pricing, operations, business development and organisational development. He has previously managed sales across Gujarat’s key port markets, including Mundra, Pipavav and Kandla, giving him significant exposure to port-linked commercial operations and regional cargo markets.
Mukhi’s appointment comes with extensive experience in building customer-focused logistics solutions and driving commercial growth. His leadership is expected to support APM Terminals Pipavav in strengthening customer partnerships, expanding cargo volumes and enhancing its position in India’s port and logistics sector.