Bobby Zhu

Managing Director Chinaland Shipping

Bobby Zhu is a Singapore-based shipping executive with nearly two decades of experience in international shipping, commodity trading and maritime investment.

He currently serves as Managing Director of Chinaland Shipping, with responsibilities spanning long-term tonnage procurement & projects, overseas business development and overseeing the company’s London offices.

Prior to joining Chinaland Shipping, Bobby held positions in a few well-known companies including Taylor Maritime, Koch Fertilizer Asia and Pacific Basin Shipping, building extensive experience across dry bulk shipping, commodity trading and international maritime markets. He studied Economics in Peking University and had a Master degree of Shipping and Trade in Cass Business School, London.

Event Agenda Sessions

Beyond China+1: Where manufacturing investment is moving and what it means for project cargo

New manufacturing and fabrication hubs are emerging across Southeast Asia and India as companies diversify production and governments compete for industrial investment. But many of these markets remain closely linked to Chinese capital, supply chains and manufacturing expertise. Are we seeing diversification away from China, or a reconfiguration of China-linked supply chains?

This session convenes a high-level panel of project owners, manufacturers, EPCs and logistics providers to examine how changing patterns of industrial investment are affecting project cargo flows across the region. The discussion will explore where new manufacturing and fabrication hubs are gaining momentum, the factors influencing location decisions, and the implications for infrastructure readiness and future cargo demand.

Thursday 19 November 16:00 - 16:45 Breakbulk Live Stage