On May 14, 2025, UNIQUE Logistics International completed its merger with DP World Logistics US Holdings Inc. This was more than a deal. It was the result of years of dedication that started in 2019 with a management buyout from a Hong Kong-based conglomerate.
I was the founding CFO during that buyout. After that I served on the board. I stayed involved through every step. We navigated the acquisition of nine international subsidiaries, multiple financings, and everything in between. It became more than business. It became something I was proud to help shape.
I had the privilege of working closely with CEO Sunandan Ray, who led with clarity and strength. I served alongside board members like Patrick Lee who was there from the beginning. The relationships we built were as important as the results we delivered.
This deal could not have reached the finish line without the DP World team and their counsel at Clifford Chance. I also want to recognize Eli Kay, CPA, MBA for his work as the Company’s CFO through many challenging moments.
And to the Lucosky Brookman LLP team who worked day and night to get this done. Thank you to Counsel Victoria Baylin, Counsel Penny Somer-Greif, Alexa Gordon, Alexandra Smyrnios, Morgan Hertz, and Jennifer Zammit.
Most of all thank you to my friend and colleague Lawrence Metelitsa who was deeply involved in this from the start. You were always in it with us.
This was a career chapter I will always remember. It was a privilege to help guide it.
Wishing Unique Logistics every success ahead under the DP World banner.
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