Suisse-Atlantique Welcomes New Chief Investment Officer to Drive Fleet Growth

Suisse-Atlantique Welcomes New Chief Investment Officer to Drive Fleet Growth

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jorgen Feldt Sandnes as Chief Investment Officer of Suisse-Atlantique Group. With a proven track record in project finance and direct investments within the shipping industry, Mr. Feldt Sandnes brings a wealth of expertise to our team.

Based in Oslo, Mr. Feldt Sandnes will represent our subsidiary, SAG Maritime Capital, focusing on investments, capital markets, and forging strategic partnerships. His extensive experience includes roles as a project broker at Fearnley Securities, a credit analyst at ABN AMRO Bank, and a chartering manager at Yang Ming Marine Transport. He holds a master’s degree in finance and strategic management from Copenhagen Business School.

Jean-Noel Andre, CEO and President of Suisse-Atlantique since 2017, remarked in an interview with TradeWinds on the strategic importance of this new appointment, stating, “Our vision is to build a solid track record in the capital markets while expanding the number of vessels under our management.” Currently, the company manages a fleet of 12 bulk carrier vessels, including handysize, supramax, ultramax, and post-panamax categories, with a total deadweight capacity of 775,648 metric tons. Mr. Feldt Sandnes will play a pivotal role in exploring opportunities within the dry bulk market, while remaining open to potential investments in tankers and other sectors.

The Suisse-Atlantique Group, founded in 1941 and headquartered in Morges, Switzerland, is committed to maintaining its reputation for excellence and innovation in the global shipping industry.