WISTA International elects new president and champions cross-border collaboration at conference in Kuala Lumpur

WISTA International has elected Céline Mortier as its new President. The former WISTA Belgium President and CEO of maritime provider Bogerd Martin was formally appointed to the new role as part of this week’s WISTA International AGM and Conference 2026.

The appointment follows two terms as President for Elpi Petraki, who brought four years at the helm of the global association to a close at the event, staged in Kuala Lumpur, 28-30 October.

“I am delighted to take on the role of President of WISTA International at a time of continued growth for our global network and undertake to work with purpose to advance WISTA’s mission and impact,” said Mortier.

Co-hosted by WISTA Hong Kong SAR China, WISTA Malaysia and WISTA Singapore, this year’s AGM and Conference brought together over 250 professionals from across the global maritime, logistics and trading sectors.

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