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Operating for nearly 60 years, the IMGS Group is one of the world’s leading professional cargo handling and port operations companies. IMGS Group has carried out numerous projects in the most diverse geographic and challenging operational conditions. We proudly serve our customers through a growing network of over 65 ports and in-land destinations globally. Tried and tested, the IMGS Group has remained a trusted maritime partner for the worlds leading shipping companies, port authorities, trading houses, and NGOs since 1962.
Inception:
Established in Canada in 1962 to provide logistical support, project design, and cargo management services to local Canadian originators, traders, exporters, and port authorities
Growth:
Through the 1980s, IMGS Group expanded to destination ports. With a focus on the growing Middle East market, IMGS Arabia was born in the port city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. IMGS Group went on design, commission, and operate bulk cargo operations throughout the Kingdom; subsequently, expanding to Kuwait, Iraq, Oman, and the home of its current regional headquarters in the United Arab Emirates
Expansion:
Through 1990, the IMGS team looked to Africa to continue expanding. Starting with hub offices in Djibouti, Beira, Durban, and Dakar, the Group began offering its customized services to local customers. At this point, IMGS Group was also appointed as a preferred stevedoring/discharging contractor for the United Nations World Food Program and the United States Agency. The Group added a manufacturing division (Rapidpack), Ship Agency Network, and started primary investments in destination Logistics facilities.
Current:
The IMGS Group continues to grow. The keen focus of management is the vertical integration of the group. IMGS owns and operates Cargo Terminals in Asia, Africa, and North America; owns and manufactures the world’s largest fleet of mobile cargo handling equipment, and now provides its customized services across the globe
Network:
The IMGS Group now operates through a growing network of 65 ports globally. Not only does the team have a multinational group of talented team members, but also a network of formidable contacts, connections, associates, and partners worldwide. Second to none in the industry, ensuring efficient and top-quality project execution.
Future:
To consistently respond to challenges and opportunities through tireless innovation, daring creativity, and nurturing trust with our partners, customers, and the international commodities industry
Inception:
Established in Canada in 1962 to provide logistical support, project design, and cargo management services to local Canadian originators, traders, exporters, and port authorities
Growth:
Through the 1980s, IMGS Group expanded to destination ports. With a focus on the growing Middle East market, IMGS Arabia was born in the port city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. IMGS Group went on design, commission, and operate bulk cargo operations throughout the Kingdom; subsequently, expanding to Kuwait, Iraq, Oman, and the home of its current regional headquarters in the United Arab Emirates
Expansion:
Through 1990, the IMGS team looked to Africa to continue expanding. Starting with hub offices in Djibouti, Beira, Durban, and Dakar, the Group began offering its customized services to local customers. At this point, IMGS Group was also appointed as a preferred stevedoring/discharging contractor for the United Nations World Food Program and the United States Agency. The Group added a manufacturing division (Rapidpack), Ship Agency Network, and started primary investments in destination Logistics facilities.
Current:
The IMGS Group continues to grow. The keen focus of management is the vertical integration of the group. IMGS owns and operates Cargo Terminals in Asia, Africa, and North America; owns and manufactures the world’s largest fleet of mobile cargo handling equipment, and now provides its customized services across the globe
Network:
The IMGS Group now operates through a growing network of 65 ports globally. Not only does the team have a multinational group of talented team members, but also a network of formidable contacts, connections, associates, and partners worldwide. Second to none in the industry, ensuring efficient and top-quality project execution.
Future:
To consistently respond to challenges and opportunities through tireless innovation, daring creativity, and nurturing trust with our partners, customers, and the international commodities industry
Overview
Location
Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Employees
51-200
Phone
+971 4 445 8335
Founded date
1962
FAQ about IMGS Group
When was IMGS Group founded?
IMGS Group was founded in 1962.
Is IMGS Group still active?
Yes, IMGS Group is active.